Chevrolet Impala: generations and engines
The Chevrolet Impala has been built since 1994 in 4 generations, with 15 engine versions in our catalog (sedan). Pick a generation to see its engines, horsepower and fuel economy.
EnlargeProduction years1994–present
Generations4
Engine versions15
Power182–307 hp
Body stylesSedan
FuelGasoline, Flex fuel (E85), Gasoline/CNG
Timeline
Chevrolet Impala generations
- 1994–1996
Chevrolet Impala VII
Engines below - 1999–2006
Chevrolet Impala VIII (W)
Engines below - 2006–2013
Chevrolet Impala IX
Engines below - 2013–present
Specs
Chevrolet Impala engines
The manufacturer's figures for each engine version: horsepower, torque, 0–62 mph, top speed and combined fuel economy.
Chevrolet Impala VII1994–1996 · 1 engine version
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.7i (264 hp) | 1994–1996 | Gasoline | 264 hp (194 kW) | 330 lb-ft (447 Nm) | 121 mph (195 km/h) |
Chevrolet Impala VIII (W)1999–2006 · 3 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.4 i V6 (182 hp) | 1999–2006 | Gasoline | 182 hp (134 kW) | 206 lb-ft (279 Nm) | 10 s | 112 mph (180 km/h) | |
| 3.8 i V6 (203 hp) | 1999–2006 | Gasoline | 203 hp (149 kW) | 225 lb-ft (305 Nm) | 8.5 s | 124 mph (200 km/h) | |
| 3.8 i V6 SS (243 hp) | 2004–2006 | Gasoline | 243 hp (179 kW) | 280 lb-ft (380 Nm) | 7 s | 137 mph (220 km/h) |
Chevrolet Impala IX2006–2013 · 7 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 V6 (212 hp) | 2006–2009 | Gasoline | 212 hp (156 kW) | 214 lb-ft (290 Nm) | 112 mph (180 km/h) | ||
| 3.9 V6 (245 hp) | 2006–2011 | Gasoline | 245 hp (180 kW) | 242 lb-ft (328 Nm) | |||
| 5.3 V8 SS (307 hp) | 2006–2009 | Gasoline | 307 hp (226 kW) | 323 lb-ft (438 Nm) | |||
| 3.9 V6 (230 hp) FlexFuel Automatic | 2008 | Flex fuel (E85) | 230 hp (169 kW) | 235 lb-ft (319 Nm) | |||
| 3.5 V6 (211 hp) FlexFuel Automatic | 2009–2011 | Flex fuel (E85) | 211 hp (155 kW) | 214 lb-ft (290 Nm) | |||
| 5.3 V8 (303 hp) Automatic | 2009–2010 | Gasoline | 303 hp (223 kW) | 323 lb-ft (438 Nm) | |||
| 3.6 SIDI V6 (300 hp) FlexFuel Automatic | 2012–2013 | Flex fuel (E85) | 300 hp (221 kW) | 262 lb-ft (355 Nm) |
Before you buy
Check a used Chevrolet Impala
- Real mileage – service and inspection readings show if the odometer was rolled back.
- Accidents and title brands – damage records, salvage, flood or rebuilt titles.
- Old photos – how the car looked in earlier listings.
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