Chevrolet Impala 2006–2011 car dimensions: 5090 mm long, 1851 mm wide and 1491 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,611 kg. Braked towing is 454 kg.
The LS cabin seats up to six with a standard front split-bench and cloth trim, or optional buckets. Single-zone manual air conditioning with filter is standard, along with steering-wheel cruise control, power windows, locks and mirrors, eight-way power driver seat, tilt wheel, AM/FM/CD audio and OnStar. No advanced screens or driver aids appear in the equipment lists.
Trunk volume is 527 litres with seats up. Flip-and-fold-flat rear seats are available on LS to create a longer flat load floor plus under-seat storage tub.
Maximum trailer weight is 454 kg when properly equipped. The standard touring suspension and four-wheel disc brakes suit light towing and everyday loads. No heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension packages are listed for the LS.
The cabin feels roomy with space for five or six using the standard or optional front split-bench seat. Cloth seats include an eight-way power driver seat with manual lumbar support. Manual air conditioning, power windows and locks, cruise control on the tilt wheel, and woodgrain accents round out the basics. Materials are serviceable with low-gloss plastics and improved stitching for a quiet daily ride.
3.5L V6 flex-fuel engine returns 18 city/28 highway mpg
Oil changes via Engine Oil Life System, at least once a year. tire rotation each oil change
NHTSA 5-star frontal ratings for driver and passenger. side 5/4. 4-star rollover
IIHS Acceptable moderate-overlap front. Good side with curtains
Standard dual-stage front airbags, side-curtain airbags, OnStar, daytime running lights. ABS and traction control optional
Basic warranty covers 3 years/36,000 miles
The LS uses a flex-fuel 3.5-liter V6 paired with a four-speed automatic. It delivers EPA fuel economy of 18 mpg city and 28 mpg highway on regular gasoline, with lower figures on E85.
Servicing centers on the Engine Oil Life System that alerts for oil and filter changes, required at least once a year. Tires rotate at every oil change. Air filters replace around 50,000 miles, spark plugs at 100,000 miles, transmission fluid at 100,000 miles under normal use, and coolant at 150,000 miles.
Standard safety kit covers dual-stage frontal airbags with passenger sensing, head-curtain side airbags for front and rear, LATCH anchors, OnStar with one year of service, and daytime running lamps. ABS and full-function traction control remain optional on the LS. NHTSA awards 5 stars in frontal tests and 4 stars for rollover. IIHS rates the side crash Good and moderate-overlap front Acceptable.
The car lives as a practical daily sedan with a soft ride on 16-inch tires, 18.6-cubic-foot trunk, and flip-and-fold rear cushions that create under-seat storage. Follow the maintenance schedule to stay ahead of common wear items like brakes and filters.
Length 5090 mm, Width 1851 mm, Height 1491 mm, Wheelbase 2807 mm (Impala 2006–2011)
Sources: manufacturer data, 2006 Chevrolet Impala brochure, General Motors of Canada Limited, 2007 Chevrolet Impala brochure, GM 2011 Impala specification sheet: the same.