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Vehicle Overview:
Vehicle Type: Midsize Car
ABS Brakes: Optional
Standard Airbags: 4
MPG: 18-21/28-31 (City/HWY)
Engine Offered:
3.5L V6 211HP
3.9L V6 240HP
5.3L V8 303HP
Consumer Ratings:
Performance: 4.1
Exterior: 4.1
Interior: 3.7
Overall: 3.9
Review Guide:
5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor
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2006 Chevrolet Impala
Consumer Car Review Summary
Top 5 Pros of 2006 Chevrolet Impala
1. Comfortable seats
2. Powerful engine
3. Satellite radio
4. Sound system
5. Styling
Top 5 Cons of 2006 Chevrolet Impala
1. Rear wheel drive
2. Cup holders for various sizes
3. Torque steer
4. Better safety features
5. Cheap interior
2006 Chevrolet Impala Reviews by Consumers
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By GUEST
Submitted Nov 14, 2009, 07:44pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Chevrolet Impala?
I have the SS model White with leather taupe interior. Love the car.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Chevrolet Impala?
The noise in steering-column have been repaired twice, have checked but no recall at this time.
By GUEST
Submitted Sep 22, 2009, 07:41pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Chevrolet Impala?
I had a V-8 before my Chevy so, I would say gas mileage and I do have a nice Bose sound system.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Chevrolet Impala?
No room in the back, knocking in the passenger dash-board, shocks went bad right after warranty. Transmission appears to be close to needing some attention, information system is displaying low tire pressure in tires that are fine. Wash fluid light comes off and on. Trunk needs a key hole entrance.
2006 Chevrolet Impala Review:
Nice car but not for me...
By J_Brown0127
Submitted Jul 22, 2009, 05:25pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Chevrolet Impala?
Great power, great interior, looks good. I have changed my oil every 3000 miles. I enjoy the rear seat turn down, and the compartment under the rear seat.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Chevrolet Impala?
Column on front and rear doors faded, Steering knuckles making noise.
More leg room in the rear, I travel with my young grandsons. But if adult is in the rear seat, it is not comfortable. Replaced the battery, and could not do this myself, I had to have a repair facility do it.
By Doug_King
Submitted Jul 9, 2009, 12:47pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Chevrolet Impala?
Looks great and has plenty of power.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Chevrolet Impala?
I bought my SS used from the dealer. 27k. Since 24,500 miles, wasn't told by the dealer when purchased. The following has been done.
Replace Engine
Replace Heads
Replace Throttle Body
Some Body stuff like weather stripping and a door handle.
I drove approx. lk on the new engine and found a big puddle of oil in my garage. Rear Main Seal.
I had two days left on my warranty and it was covered. What Next?
2006 Chevrolet Impala Review:
I am very upset with the dealer for not telling me about all the previous problems with this vehicle before my purchase. The dealer had this information and did not disclose it to me. I did not find this out until I had the rear main seal leak and the Chevy dealer I took it to said, did they tell you about the history of this vehicle when purchased. Quality? I now have 29,200 miles on the car, how can anyone sell a product like this to the American Public and expect a return customer.
By dgr
Submitted May 27, 2009, 01:09pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Chevrolet Impala?
Nice looking car. Always getting compliments.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Chevrolet Impala?
Where do I Start. Had just about everything replaced except the engine so far. 3 transmission. New radiator, water pump, battery, starter. I wish I had my receipts in front of me...the list goes on, and on. I am very disappointed in the car.
2006 Chevrolet Impala Review:
Wait till you've had it just a few years....Nothing but problems.
By GUEST
Submitted Mar 26, 2009, 11:38am
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Chevrolet Impala?
Car drives great. Like the idea of the driver info. center that can give you info. on oil, tire pressure, etc. Car drives smooth.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Chevrolet Impala?
Cupholders, cupholders, cupholders!!! Need a cupholder in front that can support any type of cup. Seats need to be more cushiony cause they are not as comfortable as my Buick was.
By GUEST
Submitted Dec 27, 2008, 09:27am
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Chevrolet Impala?
The body of the car I really love the style.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Chevrolet Impala?
Leg room in the back especially the previous models "2001" by far had much more room, this one is much smaller in the back. The front still is very roomy do not change that leg room, this is the first car I have found with excellent leg room in the front, especially for long legged guys you can move the seat back and your legs are not in the dash. Interior not as nice, seems cheep, but not as nice as previous Impala. Also I have notice a very noticeable rattle in the front of my car since I got it.
2006 Chevrolet Impala Review:
Overall I love the Chevy impala, but if it continue to decrease in size I will have to move on to a family size vehicle.
By GUEST
Submitted Dec 17, 2008, 08:40am
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Chevrolet Impala?
I love the style, both exterior and interior. I am a long legged dude and I don't need the seat all the way back to be comfortable. It's solid on the road and gives great gas mileage for this size car. I have the Flex-Fuel 3.5L and while I have yet to try E85, on regular unleaded we get 26 mpg on local trips and 31-32 mpg on long drives.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Chevrolet Impala?
The steering seems to be just a bit quick for me but then I am used to herding my old '81 Dodge Power Ram down the road. As I drive the Impala more I am getting more used to how it handles. Rear seat leg room is tight.
2006 Chevrolet Impala Review:
Overall I really like the '06 Impala, powerful, economical, and nice to look at, plus it cost thousands less than the competition.
By GUEST
Submitted Dec 12, 2008, 08:52pm
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Chevrolet Impala?
Exterior styling
Upgraded interior
Superb power
Much improved handling
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Chevrolet Impala?
Taillights (need to be 3 round ones on each side)
Front license plate holder (should have been integrated into the lower grille)
2006 Chevrolet Impala Review:
I bought an '06 Impala SS, and it's so much more car than the '04 Impala LS that I previously owned; much sleeker exterior, much improved interior; I just wish they had gotten more traditional with the rear styling and used 6 round taillights' also the front license plate holder is very flimsy and totally takes away from the look of the front of the car; it should have been integrated into the lower center area, below the bumper. I am a loyal Chevy owner, and this is a great car!!
By GUEST
Submitted Dec 3, 2008, 11:09am
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Chevrolet Impala?
Well, let’s just start off by saying I love this car! I really like the new body style and the new interior features/looks. The first time I rode in one it just took my breath away. It was exhilarating. From the V8 engine to the XM satellite radio-it's got it all. I had test driven just about everything including a Honda Accord. None managed to impress me that much, until I got to the Impala. The all new size engines and totally new design were the most impressing thing about, following its 5 star crash rating. I was really happy to see that they changed the design of the vents and the instrumental panels. Plus the MPG is awesome. The ride/performance is very outstanding comparing to other vehicles. Even with its 3.5 liter engine it is still a powerful car. So far I have really enjoyed it and I hope I continue to enjoy it.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Chevrolet Impala?
The main thing I would suggest to improve on is the smoothness of the ride. Another thing is the sturdiness of the dash and instrumental panels. After only seven months I already have a very quiet yet noticeable rattle when I pass over bumps. The final thing I would suggest is the space inside the car. Try to enlarge the leg room.
2006 Chevrolet Impala Review:
I really believe that over all this car is dependable and attractive.
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