Chevrolet Impala eighth generation
The Chevrolet Impala eighth generation (2000–2005): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 8 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: W-body
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 5,080 mm |
| Width | – | 1,854 mm |
| Height | – | 1,455–1,461 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,807 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | – | 1,572 kg |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 510 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,973 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
4,730 complaints for model years 2000–2005. 235 crashes · 238 fires · 227 injuries · 4 deaths
- Electrical system 1,786
- Engine 730
- Lights 363
- Steering 262
- Airbags 162
- Brakes 151
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 8 versions of the Chevrolet Impala eighth generation
United States 6 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–2005CLKUP | 3.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 251–263 g/km |
| 2001–2005POLICE FFS | 3.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 263–276 g/km |
| 2003–2005POLICE FFS · CLKUP | 3.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 2000–2005CLKUP | 3.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 263–276 g/km |
| 2004SC, CLKUP | 3.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 2002POLICE, CLKUP | 3.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
Canada 2 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–2005Full-size | 3.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.4–11.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 239–260 g/km |
| 2000–2005Full-size | 3.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.1–12.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 255–290 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.