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Chevrolet Impala Reliability Grade

B+Overall

Above-average reliability

EngineB+
TransmissionB-

Grade a specific Chevrolet Impala

Reliability changes from year to year. Pick a model year to see its grade, then add mileage and price to get a deal score and estimated miles remaining.

The Chevrolet Impala earns a B+ overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a B+ for its engine and a B- for its transmission. It ranks 2nd of 4 full-size cars we grade. The transmission (B-) is the weaker of its two major components, so ask for transmission service records and pay close attention to shifting on a test drive. Grades are based on 2,319 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2020 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.

Chevrolet Impala reliability by year

Overall grade for each model year, from owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Tap a year to see its full grade.

2005B2006B2007B2008C+2009D2010C2011C2012B+2013B2014C+2015B+2016F2017B+2018B+2019A2020B

Best years: 2019

Years to avoid: 2009 (stalling / loss of power) and 2016 (stalling / loss of power)

How long does the Chevrolet Impala last?

190,000Estimated lifespan (miles)

A rough estimate for the model across all years, not measured for each model year.

Known Chevrolet Impala problems

We track 2 known problem areas for the Chevrolet Impala, including which model years they affect. They're in the full report, along with miles remaining and a deal score for the car you're looking at.

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Chevrolet Impala vs. other full-size cars

ModelEngineTrans.Overall
Toyota Avalon A- A A
Chevrolet Impala B+ B- B+
Ford Taurus B- B+ B
Chrysler 300 A- B- B

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Chevrolet Impala reliability FAQ

Is the Chevrolet Impala reliable?

Above-average reliability. The Chevrolet Impala earns a B+ overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a B+ for its engine and a B- for its transmission. It ranks 2nd of 4 full-size cars we grade. The transmission (B-) is the weaker of its two major components, so ask for transmission service records and pay close attention to shifting on a test drive. Grades are based on 2,319 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2020 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.

How many miles will a Chevrolet Impala last?

We estimate a well-maintained Chevrolet Impala lasts around 190,000 miles. That's a rough figure for the model across all years, not measured for each model year, so check the grade for the year you're looking at.

What are the best years for the Chevrolet Impala?

Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the most reliable Chevrolet Impala model years are 2019.

What Chevrolet Impala years should I avoid?

Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the Chevrolet Impala years to be most careful with are 2009 and 2016. The 2016 grades an F overall (engine D, transmission D), and its top engine/transmission problem is stalling / loss of power. The 2009 grades a D overall (engine C-, transmission C), and its top engine/transmission problem is stalling / loss of power.

Is the Chevrolet Impala transmission reliable?

GradeMyCar grades the Chevrolet Impala transmission a B- (average reliability). Reliability varies by model year, so grade the specific year you're looking at.

Is the Chevrolet Impala engine reliable?

GradeMyCar grades the Chevrolet Impala engine a B+ (above-average reliability).