Specifications
The 2006 Chevrolet Impala’s competitors include the Buick LaCrosse, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Honda Accord, Hyundai Sonata, Nissan Altima, Nissan Maxima, Mitsubishi Galant, Toyota Camry
Test Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Impala
Base price range: $21,330 (LS) – $27,130 (SS)
Engine Size and Type: 3.5-liter V6 (LS, LT); 3.9-liter V6 (LTZ); 5.3-liter V8 (SS)
Engine Horsepower: 211 (LS, LT); 240 at 6,000 rpm (LTZ); 303 at 5,600 rpm (SS)
Engine Torque: 220 lb.-ft. (LS, LT); 242 lb.-ft. at 4,400 rpm (LTZ); 323 lb.-ft. at 4,400 rpm (SS)
Transmission: Four-speed automatic (all models)
Curb weight, lbs.: 3,550 (LS) – 3,700 (SS) (estimated)
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway): TBD (LS, LT); TBD (LTZ); 17/27 mpg (estimated) (SS)
Wheelbase: 110.5 inches
Length: 200.4 inches
Width: 72.9 inches
Height: 58.7 inches
Head room (front/rear): 39.4/37.8 inches
Leg room (front/rear): 42.3/37.6 inches
Max. Seating Capacity: Six (LS, LT); Five (LTZ, SS)
Cargo volume: 18.6 cubic feet
Competitors: Buick LaCrosse, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Honda Accord, Hyundai Sonata, Nissan Altima, Nissan Maxima, Mitsubishi Galant, Toyota Camry Photos courtesy of General Motors
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About Sue Mead
Sue Mead works as a photojournalist and features writer for more than two dozen publications. She has written for Parade, Popular Science, Open Road, the Road & Track Buyers Guide, Men's Journal, Popular Mechanics and Diversion and she has worked as an auto editor for CNN/fn. Sue has co-driven in two of the world's toughest off-road races, the Baja 1000 and the Paris-Dakar Raid. She attended four Camel Trophy adventures for Land Rover North America and has participated in several long-distance adventure drives. She recently completed her first book, "Monster Trucks and Tractors" published by Chelsea House. Sue lives in New England.
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