Chevrolet Impala sixth generation
The Chevrolet Impala sixth generation (1977–1985): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 17 versions in the United States.
Model codes: B-body
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | – | – | 5,387 mm |
| Width | – | – | 1,918 mm |
| Height | – | – | 1,405 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,940–3,950 mm RDW | – | 2,946 mm |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,870–2,210 kg RDW | – | – |
| Mass in running order | 1,970–2,310 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,467 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,814 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 454 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 3–9 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4–6 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 595 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 3,115 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, RDW type approvals (Netherlands), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
11 complaints for model years 1977–1985. 3 fires
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 17 versions of the Chevrolet Impala sixth generation
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United States 17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985(FFS) CA model | 4.3 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1985(FFS) CA model | 4.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1985(FFS) | 4.3 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1985(FFS) | 4.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1985(GM-CHEV) (FFS) CA model | 5.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 325 g/km |
| 1985(GM-CHEV) (FFS) | 5.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1985(350 V8) (POLICE) (FFS) | 5.7 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 394 g/km |
| 1985(350 V8) | 5.7 L | Diesel | 3-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 301 g/km |
| 1985(350 V8) | 5.7 L | Diesel | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 301 g/km |
| 1984(GM-CHEV) | 3.8 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | – | 17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 325 g/km |
| 1984(GM-BUICK) CA model | 3.8 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | – | 17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 325 g/km |
| 1984(GM-CHEV) · (GM-CHEV) CA model | 5.0 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | – | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
| 1984(GM-CHEV) | 5.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | – | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
| 1984(GM-CHEV) CA model | 5.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | – | 17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 325 g/km |
| 1984(350 V8) (FFS) | 5.7 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | – | 14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 394 g/km |
| 1984(350 V8) (DIESEL) | 5.7 L | Diesel | 3-speed automatic | – | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 301 g/km |
| 1984(350 V8) (DIESEL) | 5.7 L | Diesel | 4-speed automatic | – | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 301 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.