2005
Chevrolet Impala

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  • 4dr Base Sdn
    Starts at
    $22,350
    21 City / 32 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn LS
    Starts at
    $25,460
    20 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn SS Supercharged
    Starts at
    $28,555
    19 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
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Notable features

Choice of three V-6s
Supercharged V-6 in SS
Sport-tuned suspension on SS
Five- or six-passenger capacity
OnStar communication system standard for 2005

The good & the bad

The good

Predictable FWD handling
Performance of SS
Automatic-transmission operation
Driving ease
Maneuverability

The bad

Soft suspension on base model
Resale value
Engine noise at times
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Safety review

Based on the 2005 Chevrolet Impala base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
5/5
Frontal passenger
5/5
Nhtsa rollover rating
4/5
Side driver
4/5
Side rear passenger
4/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
6 years / 100,000 miles
Powertrain
3 years / 36,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 model years or newer / up to 75,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12,000 miles bumper-to-bumper original warranty, then may continue to 6 years / 100,000 miles limited (depending on variables)
Dealer certification
172-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

83% of drivers recommend this car
4.2 / 5
Based on 77 reviews
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Comfort 4.5
Interior 4.3
Performance 4.2
Value 4.2
Exterior 4.2
Reliability 4.2

Most recent

  • By Rachel from Omaha, NE
    Owns this car
    August 31, 2023

    My Impala is perfect

    I love how big and comfy my impala is, it has a bench seat up front and can seat 6. It has excellent power and is trustworthy on long road trips! The car has been very reliable and has only needed minor repairs. It is getting older though…every so often it will make a funny noise and when it gets tired it needs a little extra coaxing to start and stay running. I plan on keeping it until it quits on me.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Maria from Albuquerque NM
    Owns this car
    May 8, 2023

    I LOVE MY 2005 GOLD CHEVY IMPALA. MY 65 CHEVYISS.

    My 2005 Chevy Impala has been a good car.bought it used in 2010.was told it was used as a Rental Car that came from Salt Lake City.My other car was a 1965 Chevy Impala SS."Canary Yellow"Mr.Robert Gibson called it a"Cream puff "also bought used about 1973 from Robert Gibson.Used Car Auto Sales on North 4th St..had that one for years.Good car...with time had the engine replaced with an overhaul by Solis mechanic & a new transmission from Aamco transmission.My 2005 had an ignition recall around 2015.the Chevy Dealer I took it too didn't do the recall right.other car owners with same recall.had replaced ignition switch&given two keys.my car never showed what they did.took it back because key came off while engine was on.they said,they never did nothing to the ignition switch.what can I do about that? I'm an older woman,alone with no knowledge on cars.other than minor problems,like security light blinking,car not starting,having to wait 10 to 20 minutes for Security lite to stop blinking&car starting.had to have the dash cluster fixed for dash lites&gauges to work.Now headlites,having to hold signal bar to have bright headlites&power windows not working.have or try to keep up maintenance on car.oil changes.new radiator,power steering fixed,new brake pads, alternator,water pump.hoses etc.parts replaced.I love my 2005 Chevy Impala❤️ just like my 65 Chevy Impala SS.❤️LOVE BOTH BODY STYLES.MCG
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Arianne from Minnesota
    Owns this car
    February 3, 2023

    I love my Impala

    I have had my Impala for 15 years and I have no plans to get rid of it! I love how spacious it is and how comfy the big front bench seat is. This car has been all over with me, it drives incredibly smooth, and has never broken down. It starts right up every morning even in the coldest of temperatures! However, sometimes when I am out running errands it will take a couple tries and require me to pump the gas for it to stay started for me. It’s done that since I first bought it while I was in college but it always starts. I would definitely recommend this car to anyone!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Mr. Peabody from twin cities. mn.
    Owns this car
    February 28, 2022

    only year with all these troubles except fuel pump

    all gauges in dash quit working except one. failed controller in transmission put high pressure in-side causing car to jerk, air sensor under car failed, had to cut hole in back of car to replace fuel pump in gas tank & heater core in-car no heat.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 2.0
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  • By JoeCrum from Streamwood
    Owns this car
    August 28, 2020

    Very comfortable and reliable car

    It is a very comfortable car, easy to see out of, easy to drive. It isn’t the prettiest car ever, but besides that it runs great.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Impala 05 from Lafayette, Louisiana
    Owns this car
    March 3, 2020

    No Problems. Like Bew

    It is solidly built, quiet, and smooth. Has comfortable seats. Starts and runs perfectly. Not a problem on the vehicle at all. Runs quietly. Test drive
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By frog man from davenport fl
    Owns this car
    February 7, 2020

    this car runs and drives like a dream

    it has the leg room the power it is all out a nice car .ac blows cold fills like you driving on air . thanks
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Impman from Bloomington Indiana
    Owns this car
    February 6, 2020

    Extremely reliable and great on gas

    Low mileage, runs and drives great, brand new tires, excellent sound, tented windows all the way around, abundant trunk space, clean interior(despite the trash left by me which I will clean out). Over all exceptional daily driver
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Chex and mix from Mi
    Used to own this car
    November 29, 2019

    Only flaw: not good on snow!

    This car was exactly what I wanted but was disappointed with the lack of control in winter weather. Great in good weather. I am tall so it left little leg room for passengers in the back. Fair weather car!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Ed from Churchville, Pa
    Owns this car
    June 23, 2019

    Worst new car I’ve ever owned I sixty years

    There is alway something wrong with this car at less than 28 K needed complete brake job rusted rotors, pads, brake lines leaking,bracket for cat converter broke off, water in tail lights, rear view mirro mount broke off, condensation in head lights & parking lights
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 1.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • By Dewey from Indiana
    Owns this car
    June 16, 2019

    Is definitely reliable

    Huge open interior that can hold 6 people if need be. Runs and always performs well. Might had slight bumper and fender damage when I bought it for cheap. But overall is a great car. Just like most chevys, tiny things go wrong here and there and some you don’t need to fix. While others like a battery you do. Still would choose this over a Ford.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By ckentc from Maricopa, AZ
    Owns this car
    February 3, 2019

    Most reliable car I have ever owned

    This car has never given me any problems. It has never failed to get me to where I needed to go, even when I traveled from Wisconsin to Idaho and then to Arizona.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 2.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2005 Chevrolet Impala?

The 2005 Chevrolet Impala is available in 3 trim levels:

  • Base (1 style)
  • LS (1 style)
  • SS Supercharged (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2005 Chevrolet Impala?

The 2005 Chevrolet Impala offers up to 21 MPG in city driving and 32 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2005 Chevrolet Impala reliable?

The 2005 Chevrolet Impala has an average reliability rating of 4.2 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2005 Chevrolet Impala owners.

Is the 2005 Chevrolet Impala a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2005 Chevrolet Impala. 83.1% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.2 / 5
Based on 77 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.5
  • Interior: 4.3
  • Performance: 4.2
  • Value: 4.2
  • Exterior: 4.2
  • Reliability: 4.2

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