2012 Chevrolet Impala consumer reviews

I bought the car used at 12000 miles and no have 46000 miles on it The car is VERY comfortable to drive and handles very well on highways and streets. Braking is very good with 4 wheel dic brakes and the 3.6 variable valve engine says it is suppose to get 30 mpg on the highway but in reality I constantly get 32 mpg on the freeway and 27 mpg in Californi Commute traffic. Comfort is great and on a hot day the air conditioning will keep you comfortable. The mechanical aspects of the car such as 6 speed auto trans and the Direct injection, variable valve engine , with coil over plug ignition gives you perfect acceleration and not lacking for power when entering the freeway. The airbags keep you safe and plenty of interior room and fold down back seat to make the truck longer for transporting more supplies etc. VERY quiet interior and the Bose stereo is really nice. The main thing is the cost to maintain is very minimum compared to other cars its size . Love to drive this car especially to see the kids as it gets you there without feeling beat up or cramped. .

This car was the second Chevy Impala I've got and I loved this car! The fuel economy was correct for the size of the car. The comfort was more than respectable. The sober look was great. And the brand new engine 3.6L inside, compare with the last 3.5L, was extremely fun! More power and a complete different style.

I purchased my 2012 Impala LS with 19,000 miles on it, and I'm happy with it. It ran like new when I bought it, and still runs new at 48,000 miles. Changed Oil when oil life is 5% (never burns oil), and replaced brakes, and rotors myself. Slapped on new Front Tires, and that's it. Seems pretty reliable. I put a K&N air filter in it because I noticed it bogged down at low RPMs. It stopped the problem, and it breathes better, and has slightly more power (for that Camaro RS next to you). When I replaced the brakes, the car looked very clean underneath, no rust. I get the under carriage cleaned in the winter often.

Car has 41k on it, already needs a Power Steering Rack(leaking fluid) Right outer Tie Rod end is worn out and the front Brake Rotors pulsate , overall im not very happy with this vehicle.

This is the first 4 door car I have owned in years. I was always a SUV girl......until gas got so ridiculous. I took my time and researched many mid size sedans and my 2012 Impala won the challenge. I love everything about it. Backseat lets down for extra cargo room. My 10 year old loves all the room he has in the backseat. Aluminum 17 inch wheels and spoiler and to its sporty design. Handles like a dream. Test drive one and you will be sold as well....thank.

Great all around car, love the powerful engine and 6 speed tranny, only con I can find is if you punch it from a dead stop it is very hard to keep the car straight,it wants to pull side to side.

I personally researched about 20 sedans in the 20k price range before trading in my 03 jaguar x-type. Came to the conclusion the 12/13 impalas (basically the same car) are simply the best value out there. Over the weekend I bought a 12 LTZ for less than 15k including extended warranty! I dare you - find me another 15k car with 100k bumper to bumper coverage, 300hp, 30 hwy mpg, heated leather, bose, leg and trunk room, remote start, etc. etc....stop there, you wont find it. I tried. The interesting thing to read is how negatively the 'expert' reviews are vs. owners. Its really night and day... I guess the experts are looking for the alure of a 'new' body style or more gadgets. This car has everything you want, and nothing you dont. I actually appreciate how straight forward the controls and layout is (maybe i'm old school). After driving a buick and feeling like i needed a 2 week class on how to opperate the car I apprecaited the simplicity. I've had mine 3 days now and am absolutely certain i made the right call with the 12 implala LTZ.

Bought this LTZ used one year ago with 20K miles on it.. Excellent on long vacations - very comfortable ride and very good mileage for a 300HP engine. It sort of reminds me of my Dad's '62 Impala he bought new.

Somewhat disappointed in the 2012 Impala. Previously owned a 2001 Impala and the features were much better. The new Impala is smaller and does not have the same leg room in the backseat. The backseat does not fold down, unless you get a different model which comes with a spoiler. Also, wish other color choices were available.

I am 6-7, and have been searching the internet for a car with leg room. The Sonata was supposed to have the most leg room, but after driving it for an hour, my legs were sore. The dealer suggested the Impala, after driving it, I was sold. The console is not so huge that it hits me in the leg like most cars. I do not like the exterior styling on the 2012, but the 2014 is nice. Gas mileage for a large car is quite good, around 30 so far, mostly highway. The interior is kinda blah, but the leg room makes it worth it for me.