The Lemon IndexAll cars · Chevrolet Impala · 2016
2016 Chevrolet Impala. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 3
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | 22 / 31 / 25 | Regular | $2,500 |
| 3.6L 6-cyl | Auto 6-spd | FWD | 18 / 29 / 22 | Regular | $2,850 |
| 3.6L 6-cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | 19 / 28 / 22 | Regular | $2,850 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 33,600 and 76,600 miles. Median 55,500, from 74 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | 45,700 | 28,800–70,800 | 18 |
| Engine | 70,000 | 27,600–85,500 | 17 |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 64,200 | 35,600–77,000 | 13 |
| Airbags | 52,000 | 40,800–58,200 | 10 |
| Steering | 75,000 | 41,200–105,100 | 9 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Electrical | 30% |
| Airbags | 19% |
| Stability control | 19% |
| Engine | 17% |
| Lights | 13% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 111 | 8 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 8 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Manufacturer communications 1294
Chevy filed 1294 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
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Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Impala 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Chevrolet Impala Eco eAssist 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Optional | Optional |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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