Overview & Reviews

OnStar is now standard on all models, and a new Sport Appearance Package is optional on the base Impala. Other than that, changes are limited to minor trim updates.

• Six-passenger seating availability, good crash test scores, torquey and efficient V6 engines.

• Vague steering, soggy suspension on base and LS models, low-buck interior.

User Reviews:

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  2005 LS Review - 2005 Chevrolet Impala
  By mc58 - October 13 - 2:25 pm

  Bought the last 05 Impala LS off the lot, and very happy with car to date. I average about 26MPG overall (comb city & hw miles. CAr has all options except the Sport appearance pkg - dont care for that tail-lamp look anyhow. Very responsive and has good handling. Interior materials a bit on cheap side, like center console plastic. Surprising very few rattles. Leather seats firm but comfortable. Shopped around for a big back seat - this one fits 3 across no problem. Solid feel overall - very pleased.

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  Salesman Sedan - 2005 Chevrolet Impala
  By Turbo XL - July 5 - 8:46 pm

  I travel a large 8 state area of the Midwest. My average week is 1,200 to 1,500 miles per week. The fuel mileage is a steady 29 - 30 mpg, which helps with the high fuel prices. I wish I would have purchased the XM/ On Star option. Im 62" & fit comfortable. But I dislike the seat due to it already sagging out, & would like it to have more lumbar support. Also, I prefer a tighter suspension, however I realize that I prefer a stiffer ride, & that is not what the public wants. I will be replacing my car in the spring & will consider buying an other Impala.

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  Great value car - 2005 Chevrolet Impala
  By Larry Caffee - January 30 - 2:06 pm

  Have gotten 32 mpg, live in a rual area. Car rides and drives great, love the 16 inch wheels, I do get road noise on certain highways, but I can live with that. Its a great value for the buck, will buy another. Have owned Chevys before.

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  Great Car - 2005 Chevrolet Impala
  By Larry Edwards - July 18 - 7:26 pm

  Its not my Z28 Camaro with the LT1 engine, but then again Im not stopping at every gas station on the way home. Great performance for a V-6, alot more than I had expected.

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  New Impala - not flashy, but refined - 2005 Chevrolet Impala
  By Bluto202 - June 27 - 10:00 am

  A very good car overall. I shopped Camry, Accord, and Taurus before choosing the Impala. Reliability, value for the money, and dependability were key decision criteria.

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  Excellent car - 2005 Chevrolet Impala
  By Rick Hidenberg - June 26 - 4:36 pm

  I was a little disappointed at first with the gas mileage, however after 2000 miles, it has really moved up better than I expected. The handling and performance is much better than I thought it could be. While not a sports sedan, you will be pleasantly surprised at the handling. Was undecided between the Malibu and the Impala, this was a far better choice. I would make one comment if you are looking to purchase this car, shop around the price differences between dealers is quite large. You need this car!

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  Happy Customer since Sept. 2004 - 2005 Chevrolet Impala
  By S R - February 27 - 2:26 am

  Im very impressed with the car. You cant find a better deal for your money. Fully loaded car with all you need. The only thing I miss is that it doesnt have a 5 CD changer. Other than just having a single CD changer (you can only listen to one at a time anyway). I give it a great rating compared to the 740i BMW I traded. Sure is a lot cheaper to operate!

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  Car for the whole family - 2005 Chevrolet Impala
  By zonadogg - February 23 - 9:16 pm

  After driving other GM SUV models, making the shift to a car was a bit strange. The Impala SS changed that; great truck room, roomy interior, and oh by the way, it has a few ponies under the hood for daddy. Only bad thing; one color doesnt always fits all. Just take this baby on the open highway and let your foot get a little heavy. This car brings back the fun in driving without making you broke!

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  My car - 2005 Chevrolet Impala
  By adpmcc - December 16 - 5:33 am

  I love it. Very quiet. I like the automatic lights, it helps me whe I forget to switch them off. The console between the front seats is perfect and has just the right sized holes for my cell phone, gate opener, and dont forget my Starbucks!

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  gimpala - 2005 Chevrolet Impala
  By bob - December 1 - 5:00 pm

  lets see.....two tone grey vinyl dash with faux wood trim are the highlights of this tribute to historic american auto interior design.....lame and uninspired particularly when compared to other model in this price category....I wont even comment on the patterns in the seating area.