Visually, a leap forward: The new Chevrolet Impala now looks very stylish. Chevrolet’s marketing man Chris Perry praises at the launch of the car at the show in New York, the “striking new design and the right mix of comfort, technology and efficiency.” The front is reminiscent of the Camaro, but the Impala is a “full-size sedan.”Ok, You must read this review about Chevrolet Impala Concept 2012.
New York, April 2012
In southern Africa, the Impala is one of the most common antelope in the United States as the Chevrolet Impala on the popular sedan limousines. With disruption of the Impala is built since 1959. The current model was introduced in 2005. Now roll to a new generation, it is already the tenth. She celebrates premiere at the New York International Auto Show (6 to 15 April 2012).
Chevrolet Impala Concept 2012 – Downsizing the engines
With 5.11-meter length of the Impala is one of the “full-size sedans,” has but unlike most European luxury sedans a front-wheel drive. The main competitors are the U.S. models Dodge Charger, Ford Taurus, Nissan Maxima, Toyota Avalon and Hyundai Azera. After the earlier Impala with a typical U.S. engine range – ie V6 and V8 petrol engines – gave away some time ago was the V8. In the new version it is now a driving range, which is even by European standards in the category of downsizing: There are two inline four-cylinder and a V6, all gasoline direct injection engines. A diesel, as it has announced Chevrolet Cruze for 2013 is not offered here. The entry-level engine in the Impala is a 2.4-liter four-cylinder with 182 horsepower. The mild hybrid system provides eAssist here in certain driving situations, electric power assist, which saves fuel. Even the 2.5-liter gasoline engine with 197 hp is a four cylinder. This is a new development. The top engine is the 3.6-liter V6 with 307 horsepower.
Chevrolet Impala Concept 2012 – If desired, active noise control
All engines are combined with standard six-speed automatic. The chassis is based on a McPherson front suspension and a four-link rear axle. 18-inch wheels are standard, there are optional 19 – and 20-inch model. All models have an electro-mechanical power steering. Inside there is an optional retractable eight-inch touch screen. This standard is a configurable 4.2-inch display is among the main instruments. Ambient lighting for the interior is also available. Otherwise, Chevrolet has a great emphasis on a good noise level down. These include not only improved noise insulation, but with the four cylinders even an active noise control by interference.
Chevrolet Impala Concept 2012 – Much modern safety technology
Another focus is the General Motors brand with the security. No fewer than ten airbags are standard. Optionally, there is a radar-based cruise control distance, which works in all speed ranges. Attenuates a radar-and camera-based collision warning with automatic emergency braking, the clashes: also on offer. Even wizards like lane departure warning, Blind Spot Assist, rear cross-traffic for the Warner, rearview camera and parking assist is available. The new Impala will start in early 2013. It is offered in endowments LS, LT and LTZ. Prices were not disclosed.
Chevrolet Impala Concept 2012, 5.0 out of 5 based on 1 rating
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