Professional Reviews

• “The Impala uses front-wheel drive, however, which will limit the appeal of the SS to enthusiasts.” — New Car Test Drive
• “On mildly rough pavement, the car felt way too floaty, and the shocks bottomed out on even moderate potholes.” — Cars.com
• “The V8 has been tuned for quick throttle response and good low-end acceleration.” — Cars.com
• “...think of Cobalt, only bigger...” — New Car Test Drive
• “So-called Quiet Steel at the firewall, a soundproofing dash mat and thicker glass helps keep out unwanted noise...” — Cars.com
• “Overall, the Chevrolet Impala isn't as good a car as its smaller, less expensive brandmate, the Malibu.” — Consumer Reports
• “You just know the Chevy engineers were high-fiving after they stuffed a V-8 into an Impala and fired it up.” — Cars.com
• “Overall braking performance was very good.” — Consumer Reports
• “...flip-and-fold rear seat cushions...expose a stowage compartment large enough to hold a laptop computer or slim purse...” — Chicago Tribune
• “The Impala's noteworthy safety features -- a side airbag on the driver's side, a tire-pressure monitoring system, and anti-lock brakes -- are all optional.” — Car and Driver
• “Government agencies tend to buy the Impala LS. It is a symbolic gesture to taxpayers.” — Cars.com
• “Handling is surprisingly quick and sharp. This is not the wallowing, live-axle barge from the 1960s. Yet the ride is well-damped and does a good job of filtering noise, vibration and harshness.” — New Car Test Drive
• “Despite large outside mirrors, it's impossible to see exactly where the back or front of the Impala ends and no rear obstacle detection system is offered.” — MSN Autos
• “Acceleration with the optional 3.8-liter V6 is more than adequate. But for those who want more, Chevrolet has added a supercharged Impala SS model for 2004.” — New Car Test Drive