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2005 impala review
ddathe, 01/25/2006
2005 Chevrolet Impala LS 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought a 2005 impala ls with 25,000 miles and I have found no problems with it. This is a very fun to drive car. I am over 6' tall and the Impala gives me a very comfortable ride, while still giving plenty of room for passengers. I have seen no issues with the interior, exterior, or the handling of the car. This was a very nice upgrade from my Ford Taurus.
i just love my impala
barbara, 10/29/2010
2005 Chevrolet Impala LS 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Well i purchased my impala a few months ago and i have to tell you l just enjoy it so much. i love the body style and everything. i really think it's a nice car.
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Good Value
berne1, 12/09/2004
2005 Chevrolet Impala SS Supercharged 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
The Impala is a good value for the money. I got the SS model because of the supercharged engine and sportier exterior features. With the wheels and SS spoiler, the car really is an improvement over the base and LS models in the looks department. There is a lot of interior room for the size of the car. Fit and finish are great, this car is put together very nicely. I like the additional gauges you get with the SS vs. the other models (boost, etc.).
2005 Impala LS
ourlivesforhim, 06/09/2007
2005 Chevrolet Impala LS 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have had this car for 22 months now. A great highway car. I drive 70 miles a day, and have a true average of 25.6 MPG. Some highway and some stop and go. Hard to beat that when you consider this is a full size car. I have had many Honda's in the past. This car is built just as well. Perfect, no, but darn close. The 3.8 is strong and solid. The brakes are excellent. Check the safety ratings! Top of the class. Go Chevy!
Another Impala
Susan, 11/12/2006
2005 Chevrolet Impala LS 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I had my first Impala in 2003. Wow, What a stable ride, great manuevering, great acceleration, Great comfort. When I had to get a new car, (My lease was up) I test drove several other cars, but came back to the Impala. It is a tiger on the road and I feel safe!
Love my impala
impalafan, 02/27/2008
2005 Chevrolet Impala LS 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Had this car 3+ yrs, & still love it. At about 47k miles, and ready for new tires/ brakes. Fun to drive, great power, & plenty of room for my 250lb frame; I could drive in comfort forever. Massive trunk, 17+ sq.ft.! 3.8 V6 can really take off, easy to get flying if you're not careful! Dashboard/stereo laid out well, intuitive controls. Info center tells you when you need gas, washer fluid, & even when tire pressure is low. XM & OnStar are standard. I can't say enough for this car!
Glad I bought it!
larry, 09/21/2006
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I had a Dodge Intrepid. Worst mistake ever! Got the Impala, and was happy from the moment I bought it. Much better quality overall. The gas mileage is very impressive for a large car. I tend to be a little heavy on the gas, and average 37 mpg on the road! Overall, I average 29 mpg. I would definitely buy another one. I hope the 3.4 is as good an engine!
Quiet and smooth
john anderson, 06/06/2005
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I'm very pleased with how smooth and quiet this car is. I got over 21 mpg city and 27 hwy despite miles of stop and go work zones. I think OnStar is a great feature. I love the security it gives me, and XM radio is just great. I got belted with a hard rain and no leaks and no brake fade. I feel if everyone drove an Impala, they wouldn't buy anything else .I am amazed at how quiet and smooth the motor and transmission are. You can't hear it during normal driving. I also think its the best looking car.
great car!
slimgirlz, 07/11/2004
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
the impala is a car i never like until i rented one..and i loved it,the way it handles,was the greatest,i was very impressed,so impressed,im thinking about buying one..keep up the good work.mrs.odom
Waste of Money
kgates75, 10/11/2012
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this car in 2007. It was 2005 and had 14k what a deal I thought. At 50k I had to replace the motor. It had an issue that the dealer stated *Never happens* now at 115k the car needs a new transmission and will not pass emissions. I still owe a years payments on this car. I contacted GM, they apparently do not care that they make crap! Every year I owned this pile I have dumped too much money into it. Engine, suspension, exhaust, tie rod ends, not to mention the regular maintenance. If I could go back I would have bought the Dodge instead. Never will I waste money on a GM vehicle.
great value
mudshark78s, 04/04/2011
2005 Chevrolet Impala SS Supercharged 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
just purchased this car in february for $7000.00, with 85,000 miles,owned the 3.8 SC in a 96 riviera and new the lighter Impala would fly and have not been dissapointed. came with a few mods,3.4 pulley ,cooler plugs and 180 degree thermostat. did have rusted out oil pan, jb welded it , new one came with purchase ,warmer weather job.definitely aren't many of these available and would recommend one .
BEAUTIFUL CAR
Aimee Propes, 05/13/2016
2005 Chevrolet Impala SS Supercharged 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
These are sweet car's even 10 yrs later. The color blue is eye catching. It is the SS MODEL. And it's the only yr. It came out.
- Performance
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Bad bad car
kmfresh, 08/22/2012
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 4 people found this review helpful
My Impala is the most worthless hunk of metal I have ever owned. 05 seems like a bad year for most every car company, but this one is just horrible. It dies at random, the transmission is terrible, it dents SO easily and the AC/Heat AND the fans go out constantly, and those are expensive fixes. I want rid of this headache and I'll never own another older impala again.
dont buy this car unless you enjoy head aches
jackie55, 02/04/2012
2005 Chevrolet Impala LS 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 11 people found this review helpful
I bought this car 3 years ago in hopes i would have a good car I drove out of the dealer and the car was pulling to the right bad. I took it back a couple days later to have them tell me it was something called torque steer. It turned out to be a wheel bearing. I replaced it on my own the dealer didn't pay for it and don't you know that torque steer was no longer there. I replace wheel bearings every 6mo. About 4 months later my radio started making crazy noises even when the car was off and all doors were closed. The radio stopped working all together a short time later. Then i noticed puddles of water on the floor in the back seat dont have a clue where its coming from. My dash goes crazy
I love this car!
D. Hintze, 06/28/2005
2005 Chevrolet Impala LS 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car has been my dream car for the last 3 yrs. I have been so happy with it. It handles like a dream, and is very easy to drive. I drove a Chevy S10 Blazer for 8 yrs. Gets great gas mileage. It is just a wonderful car. Now my husband is wondering how he is going to get me sleeping in the house again!
Improves with time
Tom, 06/05/2010
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Locale is west coast Canada. Bought ex-lease with 25,000 km for $16,000 CDN. Warranty trans replace, 6 mo. to track down engine misfire to sensor on crank. This is an excellent car once problems are solved (but make sure you have a warranty! Bretts in Chilliwack persisted in tracking down the problems). Comfortable interior--best seats for long trips to Oregon and California of any car we've owned; huge trunk; handles well for a car with such a soft ride (once I replaced Firestones with Michelin ZX's); engine does not use oil. I am giving this car to my son for a wedding present and we'll miss it, but I feel assured that he will be safe because it's a big car with lots of metal!
Happy Customer since Sept. 2004
S R , 06/29/2005
2005 Chevrolet Impala LS 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I'm very impressed with the car. You can't find a better deal for your money. Fully loaded car with all you need. The only thing I miss is that it doesn't have a 5 CD changer. Other than just having a single CD changer (you can only listen to one at a time anyway). I give it a great rating compared to the 740i BMW I traded. Sure is a lot cheaper to operate!
This is an amazing family car.
Susan, 10/23/2005
2005 Chevrolet Impala LS 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is an amazing family car. I can fit three pairs of skiis, a snowboard, boots, and luggage in the trunk and five people in the car and the drive is still good, still powerful. This car has great acceleration and agility without excessive lean, on the road in the summer and winter. I am the only one who can get up my steep hill in the winter with my Impala without slipping and sliding.
Front Passenger a Big Negative
Gogo, 05/21/2009
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We purchased the Impala in 2005. The five star rating played a big factor in our purchasing decision. We totaled the vehicle two weeks ago. Definitely not a 5 star in the front passenger seat. A person hit a cow on a state hwy and killed it and we came up pretty quick behind them at 65mph and had to run over the dead cow because we couldn't evade either direction. We went airborne with both air bags deploying. The first impact going over the cow wasn't bad but the airbags deployed and were not still deployed when we came down and hit the pavement and then bounced twice after hitting the ground. Driver received minor injuries. Passenger received head, neck, shoulder and back injuries.
Impala is impressive
TD, 06/19/2010
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I would recommend the Impala to anyone. It has a really cushy ride without being too soft and floaty. The steering is effortless. The seats are extremely comfortable and I love the bench seat. It's much more comfortable than a bucket that is restricting if you have longer legs. The stereo with factory pre-amp is delightful. Gas mileage is impressive for such a big car, I'm getting an average of over 27 MPG with about 1/2 city driving. 4-wheel ABS disc brakes are smooth as silk. Engine seems solid and purrs. I have been a Toyota celica/camry guy for decades now but this car won me over. Congratulations to Chevy for making a car worthy of American label. I love this car.
Sporty and Practical
David V., 11/06/2005
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought a used 2005 Impala and absolutely love it. I feel like I'm driving a sports car, yet I can load up the family and go. Great gas mileage for a V-6 (29 - 31 mph). The ride is very quiet, smooth, and comfortable. You get a lot of value for your money, as even the base line model feels sporty and has lots of "extras." The crash-test ratings were fantastic too which should make my insurance company happy.
Solid
TA, 07/06/2010
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought my impala in 2005 used with 25K on it. Paid $11,900, and five years later car has 170K and still going strong. Had transmission rebuilt at around 125K miles, but other than that no repairs other than routine maint. The overall cost of ownership for the last five years has remained extremely low. Not the most flashy car for sure, but the most reliable car I have ever owned.
Good Value...
heavy "G", 12/08/2005
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Upgraded from a Cavalier so the extra room is awesome! Like the big car feel and the extra 2 doors. The ride is nice & smooth at normal driving speeds, having On-Star and the Chevy computer advisor are also nice features, great car for the money...
05' Chevy Impala
Paul R, 12/27/2005
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
It is a comfortable car that has room for five and a sixth with some discomfort in the middle front. The comfort for the sixth passenger could be better. I wanted the capacity for six people and this one of few cars that have it. The trunk had adequate capacity for six people for a week on a recent trip (one infant)where we made large pruchases at the Mall of America. It gets over 30 miles gallon on the road. It is a quite car with good handling and I have had no problems with it.
2005 Impala cop car
Chris, 08/09/2008
2005 Chevrolet Impala LS 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
It's a pretty good car for being a rebuilt title and a cop car. It only has 20,000 miles and I bought it for 9,000 dollars. It handles great around corners. And it has good pick up. Also it's cool when some one thinks you are a cop and they slow down and you just fly by.
Sad, Disappointed, and Frustrated
Teri, 09/06/2008
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car because I needed a roomier vehicle, which it is compared to the Saturn I had. I'm sad and disappointed because I have had this car back to the shop 4 times due to a gas smell and jerky, sluggish motor on acceleration. Many things have been repaired but the jerky, sluggish motor is still there. I'm frustrated because I love the look of the Impala's (always have) and I had a Lumina for 4 years that gave me absolutely no problems, loved that car! The Impala just doesn't compare and hasn't been what I expected. GM certainly has gone down in quality!
Electrical Nightmare-RUN-baby-RUN
ColoradoCyko, 07/13/2010
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
GM has, for years, been having electrical issues, primarily with the instrumentation and blower controls. Our Impala has suffered such a nasty fate. First the speedometer found 6 o'clock and never again moved. Then the Fuel gauge pegs out.($1500 to fix) Then blower motor becomes intermittent, then quits, then smokes. FIRE. The net is full of complaints just like ours. This all starts about 60K miles. Plenty of used for sale, no wonder, so steer clear. If you're an Electrical Engineer and have a fire fighters job, this car is for you.
Can't complain
Impala, 12/28/2005
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I had a 98 Plymouth voyager that I traded in on my new Chevy. My wife divorced me and I wanted something for myself that I could depend on winter and summer for at least the next 10 to 15 years.
Comfort, size, economy
Jay Jay, 01/10/2006
2005 Chevrolet Impala LS 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Third Impala I have owned-very comfortable leather buckets. Ride is smooth and predictable, larger six provides enough power and fine economy on the highway (30+ mpg). Overall mixed driving gives 22-23 mpg. Everything works the way it should, no surprises-Wouldn't recommend if you are looking for a tire burner or rally vehicle-this car is solid, dependable and comfortable to drive.
my ss
trell, 06/11/2009
2005 Chevrolet Impala SS Supercharged 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
i love this car.... easy to use... everything is there..
Great Car
JoMama, 03/01/2006
2005 Chevrolet Impala SS Supercharged 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My 3rd Impala since the new model in 2000 - kept the second so hubby can commute with it. Our kids are amazed at how spunky these sedans are, and the mileage is amazing. The SS mileage is lower, but of course the ave. speed is higher...great fun to drive. Makes the 2 hours/day a treat most days.
Good, fun transportation
John Schmidt, 08/19/2005
2005 Chevrolet Impala LS 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Our 2005 Impala is a replacement for an older Cadillac that was recently totalled. The Impala is a very nice car in all aspects. We appreciate the build quality, handling and monochromatic look of the great dark graphite metallic color. The car provides plenty of room, and we like the sporty appearance. We are pleased with our car and our dealer.
A great car
john b, 08/02/2005
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I'm very happy with my new Impala. I took the car on a round trip Boston- Indianapolis (2100 miles total) and averaged 27 mpg. Plenty of room and power, and the seats were extremely comfortable. I was looking for a large car with good gas mileage, a big trunk and good looks - and you cannot find a better value than the Impala. With employee pricing, the car was just about $ 18K.
Love of my life
Rowen D., 09/21/2008
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought with 48000 on it, has been a dream ever since. I was in a serious head on collision, 79.4% damaged. Neither I nor my passengers were injured but my insurance on the other hand was in the ICU. I had the car repaired simply because I love it too much. Couldnt be happier.
New Impala - not flashy, but refined
Bluto202, 08/27/2004
2005 Chevrolet Impala LS 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
A very good car overall. I shopped Camry, Accord, and Taurus before choosing the Impala. Reliability, value for the money, and dependability were key decision criteria.
Best car i ever had
Sam Ventura, 09/08/2004
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
this is a comfort, quiet and powerfull car
the car
good n plenty, 09/16/2004
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
is a good car vary fast and reliable lots of power go any where with confadence
It's not your Fathers Impala.
Phillip Dark Hourse, 10/13/2004
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Excellent noise free ride, good torque & fuel economy. Excellent style & interion space, roomy trunk. Engine is easy to service as there is room to spare for changing serpentine belt & oil filter.
Impala LS
Len, 06/19/2005
2005 Chevrolet Impala LS 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Chevy engineers did a fine job on this design, however, a few more changes would make customer rating better. I find it difficult to determine where the rear of the vehicle is when backing up. I love the handling and performance of the Impala LS and find it to be a reliable automobile.
Not Chevy!
Mo, 10/11/2008
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After years of terrible experiences with Ford I was on my way to Chevy. I have always liked the look of Chevy it says sexy. My Chevy is anything but. I have a gas smell that comes through the vents that I have to roll down all windows to breathe for the first 5-8 minutes after cranking which after a year has still not been fixed due to the mechanics being unable to pinpoint the source. Runs sluggish I mean no take off except for this major lurch which scares me that I will one day run into someone. the CD player is worthless. I mean if I switch lanes it scratches and skips and the ride is rough. I am so disappointed. The good news is I will be trading it in soon for a Chevy truck.
Impala SS
ob2golf, 10/29/2004
2005 Chevrolet Impala SS Supercharged 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Very nice car for the price. Sporty yet practicle and economical.
Chevrolet Impala
JLehm1545, 11/13/2004
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I really love the car. It is on of the most comfortable cars that I've ever driven.
Great Car
Clydeprang, 11/13/2004
2005 Chevrolet Impala LS 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Outstanding performance for v-6; Suspension (optional sport) does a great job on twisty roads. Comfort features (heated seats, etc are very nice touch); we have been very pleased with this vehicle in town and on one 5000 mile trip. Gas mileage is an amazing 30mpg - even at 70mph plus. Little too much road noise on some roads, but that is not hard to live with.
problem s
puppet, 02/15/2008
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The front of the car is to low and everytime I go over a bump-it scraps under the bottom of the car. I recently are have problems with transmission fuel leaking and the steering shaft is making noises. Also, I don't have any heat on the drivers side.
This is a great car.
mesanders, 11/14/2008
2005 Chevrolet Impala LS 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have owned GM since I started driving. My last car was a 1991 Chevy Lumina Euro 2 Dr with a 3.1. Had to retire her after 290000 miles. Other than normal maintenance, oil change every 3 months, trans oil every 24 months with filter, the car still runs great and the new owner still gets 24 mpg with a heavy foot sometimes, just broke 300000 miles. This 05 Impala is a great car 28 mpg average 3.8 k motor 4spd OD trans LS option. Can't ask for more at this price. GM Certified Used Car, 5 year 10000 mile powetrain coverage from the original in service date with 12 months new car warranty coverage from the date of the used car purchase. I am looking towards another 300,000 miles.
Impala LS
David Renfroe, 12/12/2004
2005 Chevrolet Impala LS 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After driving BMW's for years (11 cars), I was pleasantly surprised at the drivability of this car. While not quite up to the BMW, it is very close. The two big differences are the build quality and the price. Dollar for dollar the Impala is a much better value as the comparable BMW costs 2&1/2 times as much.
Very pleased GM customer
Heartnurse, 09/06/2005
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Very happy with purchase. This car has a lot of power and can be a pleasure to drive
Car for the whole family
zonadogg, 07/18/2005
2005 Chevrolet Impala SS Supercharged 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After driving other GM SUV models, making the shift to a car was a bit strange. The Impala SS changed that; great truck room, roomy interior, and oh by the way, it has a few ponies under the hood for daddy. Only bad thing; one color doesn't always fits all. Just take this baby on the open highway and let your foot get a little heavy. This car brings back the fun in driving without making you broke!
FUN TO DRIVE
robert wrobleski, 12/09/2004
2005 Chevrolet Impala LS 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
A SOLID FUN TO DRIVE CAR
Salesman Sedan
Turbo XL, 12/18/2004
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I travel a large 8 state area of the Midwest. My average week is 1,200 to 1,500 miles per week. The fuel mileage is a steady 29 - 30 mpg, which helps with the high fuel prices. I wish I would have purchased the XM/ On Star option. I'm 6'2" & fit comfortable. But I dislike the seat due to it already sagging out, & would like it to have more lumbar support. Also, I prefer a tighter suspension, however I realize that I prefer a stiffer ride, & that is not what the public wants. I will be replacing my car in the spring & will consider buying an other Impala.