Which year to buy
Bar height: serious owner complaints to NHTSA for that year per car on the road, against this model's usual year.
2013GOOD BUYSerious complaints 1.2× usual Extended coverage
217 serious complaints of 272, the most about stability control (108) and brakes (51); per car on the road, 1.2× this model's usual year. 1 recall.
What owners report
“The abs traction control, brake assist and stability control warning light coming on intermittently while driving & making a left turn a grinding & slippage noise can be notice(very unsafe to drive). Had it checked and code reading left front hub, had both hubs replaced and still have problem!”
An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the stability control, Nov 2016
“The contact owns a 2013 chevrolet impala. While making a left turn, the contact heard a grinding noise coming from the front driver's side wheel. The contact stated that the abs, traction control, and service brake assist indicator illuminated. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.”
An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the brakes, Aug 2017
Fixes and extended coverage
- Extended coverage On some 2011-2015 model year Chevrolet Caprice and 2012-2015 model year Chevrolet Impala police patrol vehicles, idling the engine for extended periods of time can prematurely wear the engine-cooling-fan motor. 14588A - Special Coverage (revised Part Information and Service Procedure sections). (GCUS-9-1066, Oct 2015)
- Extended coverage On some vehicles, equipped with e85 flex fuel capability (fhs), the flexible fuel sensor may become inoperative during normal operation due to an electrical failure caused by road salt and other environmental contaminants. 14289 - special coverage. (G-199041, Aug 2014)
- Extended coverage On some police patrol vehicles, idling the engine for extended periods of time can prematurely wear the engine-cooling-fan motor. 14588b - special coverage (revised to add 2016 my chevrolet impala). (14588B, Nov 2015)
- Extended coverage Police patrol vehicles, idling the engine for extended periods of time can prematurely wear the engine-cooling-fan motor. 14588c - special coverage (revised labor time). (GCUS-9-1466, Jan 2016)
- Repair program This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic Trouble Code B101D stored in Telematics Communication Interface Control Module. (PIT5236F, Aug 2015)
From the manufacturer's bulletins filed with NHTSA. A dealer can look up whether a car has had the work done or is still covered.
272 owner complaints · 1 recall (check a car's VIN for open recalls) · EPA combined: 22 mpg · NHTSA: 4 of 5 stars · 2013 trims and features
Verdicts computed from NHTSA owner complaints, defect investigations and recalls. Cars on the road from New York State registrations. (How we judge.) Data checked 2026-10-06.
Trims and features
Engines: 3.6L 6-cyl · Drive: FWD
2013 Impala trims
| LS | LT | LTZ |
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base price, seating and driver-assistance equipment from NHTSA's vehicle database (vPIC), as Chevrolet reports it. Tech and comfort features (CarPlay, heated seats, sunroof) for Chevrolet aren't in our data yet. "—": not verified in our sources. "Varies": standard on some versions of the trim.
Year by year
| Year | Engines | Drive | Fuel economy | Crash rating | Recalls | Owner complaints | Most-reported problem | CarPlay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 3.6L 6-cyl | FWD | 22 mpg | 5 of 5 | 0 | 15 | Unknown or other (7) | Yes |
| 2019 | 2.5L 4-cyl 3.6L 6-cyl | FWD | 22–25 mpg | 5 of 5 | 1 | 28 | Electrical system (9) | Yes |
| 2018 | 2.5L 4-cyl 3.6L 6-cyl | FWD | 22–25 mpg | 5 of 5 | 1 | 59 | Unknown or other (16) | Yes |
| 2017 | 2.5L 4-cyl 3.6L 6-cyl | FWD | 22–25 mpg | 5 of 5 | 0 | 116 | Unknown or other (31) | Yes |
| 2016 | 2.5L 4-cyl 3.6L 6-cyl | FWD | 20–25 mpg | 4–5 of 5 | 0 | 890 | Engine (304) | Yes |
| 2015 | 2.5L 4-cyl 3.6L 6-cyl | FWD | 20–25 mpg | 4–5 of 5 | 3 | 300 | Electrical system (96) | No |
| 2014 | 2.4L 4-cyl 2.5L 4-cyl 3.6L 6-cyl | FWD | 21–28 mpg | 4–5 of 5 | 12 | 636 | Electrical system (221) | No |
| 2013 | 3.6L 6-cyl | FWD | 22 mpg | 4 of 5 | 1 | 272 | Electronic stability control (esc) (108) | No |
| 2012 | 3.6L 6-cyl | FWD | 22 mpg | 4 of 5 | 3 | 258 | Electrical system (58) | No |
| 2011 | 3.5L 6-cyl 3.9L 6-cyl | FWD | 21–23 mpg | Not rated | 2 | 505 | Electronic stability control (esc) (132) | No |
| 2010 | 3.5L 6-cyl 3.9L 6-cyl | FWD | 21–22 mpg | Not rated | 4 | 441 | Electrical system (132) | No |
Owner complaints are unverified reports to NHTSA, counted as filed: older years have had longer to collect them and sales aren't adjusted for, so see Which year to buy for a fair comparison. Most-reported problem: the component named in the most complaints that year. Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Apple.
Which years have…
Apple lists CarPlay for: Impala 2016–2020 (Apple).
Every NHTSA-rated version: crash ratings, safety tech, recalls, complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Chevrolet Impala 4 DR FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 0 | 15 |
| 2019 | Chevrolet Impala 4 DR FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 1 | 28 |
| 2018 | Chevrolet Impala 4 DR FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 1 | 59 |
| 2017 | Chevrolet Impala 4 DR FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 0 | 116 |
| 2016 | Chevrolet Impala 4 DR FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 0 | 111 |
| 2016 | Chevrolet Impala Eco eAssist 4 DR FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 9 | 779 |
| 2016 | Chevrolet Impala Limited 4 DR FWD | 4 | No | No | 9 | 779 |
| 2015 | Chevrolet Impala 4 DR FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 3 | 300 |
| 2015 | Chevrolet Impala Eco eAssist 4 DR FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 3 | 288 |
| 2015 | Chevrolet Impala Limited 4 DR FWD | 4 | No | No | 3 | 288 |
| 2014 | Chevrolet Impala 4 DR FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 12 | 636 |
| 2014 | Chevrolet Impala Limited 4 DR FWD | 4 | No | No | 12 | 619 |
| 2013 | Chevrolet Impala 4 DR FWD | 4 | No | No | 1 | 272 |
| 2012 | Chevrolet Impala 4 DR FWD | 4 | No | No | 3 | 258 |
| 2011 | Chevrolet Impala 4 DR FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 2 | 505 |
| 2010 | Chevrolet Impala 4-DR w/SAB | Not Rated | No | No | 4 | 441 |
Source: NHTSA.
Every EPA-rated version: engines and combined mpg
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Impala | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L, SIDI Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L, SIDI; FFV |
22 |
| 2019 | Impala | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L, SIDI Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L, SIDI; FFV |
22–25 |
| 2018 | Impala | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L, SIDI; FFV Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L, SIDI |
22–25 |
| 2017 | Impala | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L, SIDI Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L, SIDI; FFV |
22–25 |
| 2016 | Impala | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L, SIDI; FFV Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L, SIDI |
21–25 |
| 2016 | Impala Bi-Fuel (CNG) | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L | 20 |
| 2016 | Impala Limited | Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L | 22 |
| 2015 | Impala | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L, SIDI; FFV Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L, SIDI |
21–25 |
| 2015 | Impala Bi-Fuel (CNG) | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L | 20 |
| 2015 | Impala Limited | Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L | 22 |
| 2014 | Impala | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L, SIDI; FFV Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L, SIDI |
21–24 |
| 2014 | Impala Limited | Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L | 22 |
| 2014 | Impala eAssist | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 28 |
| 2013 | Impala | Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L, SIDI Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L, SIDI; FFV |
22 |
| 2012 | Impala | Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L, SIDI Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L, SIDI; FFV |
22 |
| 2011 | Impala | Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 3.9 L |
21–23 |
| 2010 | Impala | Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L, FFV Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 3.9 L, FFV |
21–22 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.