After four years on the shelf, Chevrolet reintroduced it vaulted Impala name plate in model year 2000, this time as a front-drive, large family sedan.
2010 marks the 5th year of the current iteration of body style as it carries over substantially unchanged from the 2009 model we recently test drove.
There are 4 trim levels of the Impala: the LS, LT and LTZ, which brings to the mix a 3.9 Liter engine, larger wheels, a spoiler and interior upgrades.
All models feature the same composite halogen headlight clusters up front, long hood and rising beltline terminating in a shortened rear truck profile.
Our Impala LT came with the base 3.5-liter V6 that puts out 211 horsepower and 216 pound feet of torque. LTZ models come with a 235 horsepower 3.9-liter V6. Power is sent through a 4-speed automatic transmission to the front wheels.
Fuel economy for the Impala ranges from 17 miles per gallon city, up to 29 miles per gallon highway.
The interior comfortably seats five adults and is trimmed with faux-wood on the doors, dash and center console. The trunk, which can best be described as cavernous, measures 18.6 cubic feet. Our test Impala came with a power adjustable driver's seat, AM/FM/CD/MP3 player with 6-speaker sound system and XM Satellite radio.
Opting for the LTZ gets features such as leather seating, with 8-way power drivers seat and a leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel.
Standard safety equipment on the Impala includes 4-wheel antilock disc brakes, StabiliTrac, traction control, and a full array of front and side impact airbags.
Initial base MSRP for the 2010 Chevrolet Impala is $23,890. A fully loaded LTZ will cost around $34,000. The Impala is backed by a 5-year, 100,000-mile powertrain warranty.
With a wealth of comfort and safety features, the 2010 Chevrolet Impala offers a well-appointed full-size sedan at a reasonable price.