Overview & Reviews
More standard features are the big news for the 2009 Chevrolet Impala. Lower trims get dual-zone climate control, front seat side airbags, antilock brakes and traction control while the upper trims gain Bluetooth connectivity.
- Powerful and efficient engine choices, available six-passenger capacity, good crash test scores.
- Cheap interior materials, cushy suspension hurts handling dynamics, average legroom.
User Reviews:
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Look out Toyota and Honda, Chevy is back - 2009 Chevrolet Impala
By ML Boyd - February 28 - 4:42 pmI just purchased my Impala two days ago after looking and driving many others from Japan. All I can say is, if you test drive it you will buy it. I could not get this car off my mind after driving it. The interior is simple elegance. Sometimes less is more and thats what I think of the interior & exterior styling on this car. I have owned many cars in my life and none has captured me the way this one has...
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GM is Back in Business - 2009 Chevrolet Impala
By George - November 27 - 9:27 pmI picked up a 2009 Impala as a long term rental while awaiting delivery of my new 2010 Toyota. After the first 2 months of driving this car, I have to admit that I will miss it and even have wished I had considered this before ordering the Toyota. I have owned several GMs over the years 60s - 90s. My last a 1995 Grand Prix convince me never to own another. However, this Impala has changed my mind. This is a lower end rental unit and I would have ordered a higher optioned model. My only minor complaint is the outside mirrors, they are small and triangular and NOT heated. This is the first car I have owned in years not to have heated mirrors. This should be standard.
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Love My Impala !!!!!! - 2009 Chevrolet Impala
By Kenny Ray - November 14 - 10:14 pmI love this car, I owned a 2001 and when it was time to replace it, I gave the 2009 model a chance. Everyday I cant wait to get a chance to drive it. It commands attention everywhere I go with it. I love everything about this car, color, handling and the sound system (bose) Ive always owned GM cars and mainly chevrolets and this is the best by far.
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Good car with lots of space - 2009 Chevrolet Impala
By Laura - November 14 - 11:34 amIve been impressed with the performance, handling, and comfort a good-sized car which made it easy for me to switch from my small SUV back to a car again. Strengths-I really like the drivers seat, I can move the seat up (so I dont feel so low to the ground) and the significant back support (which I love). Trunk space is amazing-a great car for families. I like my dark gray interior and the info provided by the Driver Info Center (tire pressure, oil life, etc). Weaknesses-the dual climate control dials move too easily(you end up changing them more than you wanted to). I wouldnt say its "fun" to drive, but its reliable. I havent had this, but someone else had a fuel sensor go bad.
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Better Than Expected - 2009 Chevrolet Impala
By craig - October 31 - 2:01 amI traded in my 04 Grand Prix for a new 09 LTZ. I love it! Its got a lot more interior room & the trunk is HUGE. I have to lay down to get anything just behind the back seat. The headroom is great in front & back. Im not as blinded at night now as the Impala sits higher. The acceleration w/ the 3.9 liter is great! I have nearly V8 performance & am getting V6 mileage. Im averaging 20 mpg & thats w/ lots of city miles. The features w/ the radio are much better than in my old car. I can see why the police are starting to buy LTZs.
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Happy with my 2009 - 2009 Chevrolet Impala
By James_C - October 7 - 7:18 pmCar rides better than my 2007 Impala. The stereo is better as well. Only complaint is (as someone else pointed out) the angle of the headrest is not as comfy as it could be. I drive very carefully and have been averaging 29-30 mpg city. Would recommend the car to anyone looking for a midsize sedan.
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Very Nice Car - 2009 Chevrolet Impala
By BigDaddy - September 23 - 3:44 amOne of the roomiest cars I have owned in a long time. I am as comfortable in this car as I am in my Silverado Pick-up. I am over 6 tall and it is one of the few cars I have been in that I cant reach the pedals with the seat all the way back. Dealership was great. For the price, warranty and dealer support you cannot beat it.
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Great Car! - 2009 Chevrolet Impala
By BB - September 22 - 8:54 amGot the LT with luxury pkg. Love the smooth ride and handling. The interior looks great.Drove 600 mile trip the first week and go over 30mpg. The trunk space is awesome,esp. with the folddown rear seats. Can handle 4 golf bags. The Bose sound system is amazing,esp with the XM music. OnStar with the turn-by-turn option is wonderful,eliminates the need for GPS. Would recommend getting the upgrade package as it eliminates 90% of the complaints mentioned in the other reviews.
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Its not a Hemi - 2009 Chevrolet Impala
By Mr Hurst Olds - September 2 - 3:44 pmI loved my 06 300C. It was one of my best cars,but gas won"t stay 2 bucks a gal. I looked at mostly GM cars and always liked the Impala,the SS would be great but I wanted better mileage. I read some of Edmunds reviews and I thought that some were critical of the interior. I believe that was because of buying the lower model. I am very happy with the leather seats and the way they sit. I have 18 inch wheels and the handling pkg {both std on LTZ} and car handles as good as my 300. It does have a little stiffer ride but you cant have both ways. The 3.9 V-6 has plenty of power for all my driving and the first tank of gas{mostly city with some hwy driving avg 23.5
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Comfortable and Well Built - 2009 Chevrolet Impala
By Service Director - August 18 - 7:44 pmThis car is put together very nicely. It has plenty of power and easily will get 31+ MPG with sensible driving,The car is excellent for quality and price.
