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2004 Chevrolet Impala Review
More performance, more nostalgia with new Impala SS.
2004 Impala Review Summary & Specifications
The 2004 Chevrolet Impala delivers excellent value among mid-size sedans, with decent handling, immediately recognizable design cues, and a long list of amenities. It honors the heritage of the original Impala, without reviving the old car's excessive bulk. The new SS model recalls the original Impala's image of low-cost high performance as well. But the LS seems to be the best package, well-equipped, comfortable and roomy.
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| Vehicle Category | Midsize Cars |
| Editor | Mitch McCullough |
| Model Lineup | Chevrolet Impala ($21,485); Impala LS ($24,585); Impala SS ($27,335) |
| Engines (standard) | 3.8-liter ohv 12-valve V6 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 4-speed automatic |
| Engines (optional) | 180-hp 3.4-liter ohv 12-valve V6; 200-hp 3.8-liter ohv 12-valve V6; 240-hp 3.8-liter ohv 12-valve supercharged V6 |
| Transmissions (optional) | 4-speed automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | dual airbags, structural headliner, three LATCH rear child-seat tethers |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | driver''s side-impact airbag, ABS, traction control |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Oshawa, Ontario |
| Manufacturer Phone | 1-800-222-1020 |
| Manufacturer URL | www.chevrolet.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 21485 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Chevrolet Impala LS ($24,585) |
| Standard Equipment | dual-zone climate control, ABS, traction control, aluminum wheels, tire inflation monitor, rear-window defroster, power locks, remote keyless entry, power mirrors, cruise control, leather-wrapped steering wheel, power windows, variable intermittent wipers, fog lights, split rear seatback, 6-way power driver's seat, AM/FM/cassette stereo with RDS, rear spoiler |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | Preferred Equipment Group 1SB ($780) includes AM/FM RDS cassette and CD stereo, steering wheel audio controls, heated exterior mirrors, electrochromic inside mirror with reading lights, carpeted floor mats; Driver Information Center ($295) includes trip computer with outside temperature and compass, HomeLink transmitter, theft deterrent system; Comfort Seating Package ($445) includes 6-way power adjuster for front passenger seat and heat for both front seats; leather upholstery ($625) ;OnStar ($695) |
| Destination Charge | 660 |
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| Layout | front-wheel drive |
| Price as Tested | 28085 |
| Horse Power | 200 @ 5200 |
| Torque | 225 @ 4000 |
| Fuel Economy | 20/30 |
| Wheelbase | 110.5 |
| Length/Width/Height | 200.0/73.0/57.3 |
| Track Front/Rear | |
| Turning Radius | 38.0 |
| Seating Capacity | 6 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 39.2/56.5/42.2 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 36.8/55.7/38.4 |
| Trunk Volume | 18.6 |
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| Towing Capacity | 1000 |
| Front Suspension | independent, MacPherson struts, coil springs, anti-roll bar |
| Rear Suspension | independent, Chapman struts, trailing links, coil springs, anti-roll bar |
| Ground Clearance | |
| Curb Weight | 3476 |
| Stock Tires | 225/60R16 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | disc/disc with ABS |
| Fuel Capacity | 17 |
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