2014 Chevy Impala
uplanderguy
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Just wondering what 'Joe Motorist''s opinion is. I looked at one a week ago and surely liked what I saw. I'm not in the market now, but a full-sized Chevrolet that really impressed me is something I haven't experienced in awhile! 
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I could go on but bottom line? They done a great job on this one. Would recommend it to any and everyone.
Super driving dynamics; great V-6/6-speed auto. Similar/same combo in XTS I believe. Built on the same platform so I was told.
Beautiful exterior styling; beautiful interior--black with Mojave leather. Fit/finish seemed highest level. Great trunk space.
Didn't care for all the black inside--headliner/sunroof cover are black. Black everywhere in the cabin except the seats and top of dash. TOO dark for me. I will not buy until a lighter interior is offered.
Otherwise, are you sure this is a Chevy? After the drive, I can see why all the reviews I've read so far have been so positive.
The electric steering is unbelievable. My chevy PU has standard hydraulic and drives very well, brother has an older Buick that I have always salivated over with the handling etc. Drove the Buick yesterday and it cannot even begin to compete with the '14 Impala. Ride with the 19" wheels is much better than I expected.
Great car. Best I have had since our '92 Monte Carlo.
Go Chevy!
I checked several of them out and drove one - a 2LT, fairly loaded with everything but the Bose stereo.
First, the exterior. The fit and finish and paint job are first rate and look expensive. Panel gaps are even and thin. Nothing looks loose or misaligned, and nice design touches are evident all around. It's surprising. I didn't really care for the wheels, they seemed a bit busy, but not as much as those on the LTZ, 20". In my opinion, any of the wheels from the Camaro would be right at home on this car, and should be offered. It would complete the rather muscular design quite nicely.
The interior is a revelation for a Chevrolet. Here I expected to be underwhelmed, but wasn't. The car had the Brownstone interior. It's fantastic. Finally, a good dark brown. There's a lot going on - many compound curves, thin pieces and parts. For the most part, it works well. Everything was well aligned, felt solid, and didn't look or feel cheap. Some reviews call out a few cheap pieces, maybe I didn't poke around enough. The doors shut with a good solid thunk, nothing rattled. And the seats! Superbly comfortable and just he right size. I passed on a Malibu last year because of its seats. These are just great. The sueded microfiber is a nice touch, and the seats feel like you sit in them rather than on them. Lumbar also adjusts vertically, another nice touch. Didn't try the heat.
This was a 3.6 model, and the drive was just as surprising as the interior. It's quiet. Very quiet. The suspension is compliant and gives a very nice ride without being floaty like the Impalas of yore. It felt planted and secure. I suspect the low profile tires with the 20" rims would yield a firmer ride; I found this ride to be just about ideal. Other than that, it was calm and uneventful. Maybe the brake pedal is a bit squishy, but you'd get used to that. Handling though, that's also a surprise because despite the ride, it's not terrifying in the corners like the previous generation. It's no Maxima, but it's not supposed to be.
I found little to fault. Compared to the last generation, it's superior in every metric save MPG, but it's a bigger car, and in consideration of just how good it is I think this can be forgiven. And this is the first time I've checked out a Chevrolet and saw clear improvement, found a solid competitive car, one the felt like a value at the price. That's quite an accomplishment.
Not just "Eye Candy", this car is a true luxury automobile with common folks in mind.
The steering is impeccable, ride is one of the best I have ridden or driven, road noise is negligible, fuel milage is very good, inside comfort is better than the Chrysler 300, and the Bose Sound System doesn't hurt either.
I am a few months from being 80 years young. I have driven many autos and trucks since about 14 years old.
Nobody dislikes the upgraded look and ride of the car. They will have to do better with the interior colors and the trim. Make the warranty for years 50 thousand miles like Buick and I will buy one in a heartbeat.
I think you must have been looking at another automobile. Simply put, what you are saying about the exterior and trim can be noted as personal taste but you are wrong on some key points.
The trim inside was never said to be "Wood", you obviously didn't read much literature. The LTZ comes with leather interior including those places you think are wood. Mine is an LT2 and I suppose I could have ordered with the leather option. Frankly, we liked and still do like the interior appointments and they definitely aren't cheap.
Let's see, who told you the ride is bad and the upgraded exterior is not good? Some friends probably who haven't seen anymore of the car than you seem to have.
The car rides better than the new Buick and quite frankly it is a better looking car. That "Bow Tie" is exactly as it has been for years. Interior is plush and extremely comfortable with more than ample leg room.
You never intended to buy the car to begin with! You just decided you wanted to "Low Ball".
You remind of the Red Neck who bought a horse from his neighbor and took it back because it only had four legs.
One of the finest cars in this category on the road. Have had ours since May and love it!
I guess it all depends on what the standards are of the person driving the car, what they were used to before, and if they dont mind paying over 36K for a 1st run Chevy with no reliability data that has not seen its first winter yet. I would like to get one but I'll wait a year and if this car is all that then all the great reviews will have been justified. Looks aside, this car is a serious upgrade from the past Impalas however let me know how you still like it 3 years from now.
Oh, the big yellow bowtie on the front grille? Really?!? Half the size would have worked just fine.
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At the 6000 mile mark this car has not beem back to the dealership. GM suggesting going to 10% or below before doing an oil change. With the meter reading 22% right now I won't be taking it back for another month or so. No problems so far. No rattles, creaks, or wind or road noise. The Goodyears seem well suited to this car. At this time I am very pleased with the decision to purchase this car
6500 miles and the Impala continues to impress. No, repeat no problems to report. the new tech stuff which was a major reason for buying this car, keeps working with no glitches. While I had a few reservations about all the new stuff on the car its seems as though GM worked out the problems beforehand. Mileage is improving with added miles. Now up to 32 mpg on the freeway. Steady at 21 around town. Very happy with this car. This is a 2LTZ with the 3.6 liter V6. I don't know where the performance comes from. As a much younger driver in the muscle car era I thought a mid 14 second trip down the 1/4 was pretty quick. All this with 12 to 14 mpg. I am very sure that this car would keep up with most of the muscle cars of the late 60s. Possibly beat some The steering on this car has to be experienced to be believed. No bump steer at all, just a smooth track around the corner
Hi tourbus,
We're glad to hear that your dealership was able to address the issues with your new Impala. Hopefully, it'll be smooth driving from now forward. If you have any future questions or concerns about your vehicle please do not hesitate to send us a message.
Amber N.
GM Customer Care
With a little over 5,000 miles on my 2014 2LTZ, I can tell you that I have never owned a more impressive automobile. I am comparing the Impala to a 2000 Linclon LS, a 1990 Olds Tornado and several Pontiac Gran Prix and Cadillac autos over the years.
This car rides so smoothly it is hard to believe you are not in your living room, the handling is terrific, it has incredible looks and the electronic toys all seem to perform as expected. An 1900 mile round trip to NC was a pleasure throughout. Have not quite hit the 31 MPG highway yet and the Forward Collision Alert lets you get too close to the car in front before changing from green to amber, but the feature the projects red lights on the windshield when you are coming up too fast on the car in front works great. Oh - and the "Bowtie" is a little too big - even for a car this large, but no doubt it is a Chevy coming at you.
Want to buy the best value auto on the market today - the 2014 Impala is your answer!