Crash Test Rating
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MPG (up to)
17 -19 City / 25 -29 HWY
Horsepower
305
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Jennifer D
It has great safety features.
I love the space, how comfortable it is. It drives nice. I love all of the features it has, like Chevy link and how I am able to remote start it through my OnStar Chevy app.
accountCircle Bethany N
It is very reliable. I have not once worried about whether or not I will make it to my destination.
It is very nice on gas. I have had very few problems with my vehicle since purchase. The steering is nice and the brakes are great.
accountCircle marcus r
Dependable vehicle that gets me to and from where i need to get to from.it's a very good safe car.
Very dependable car. Doesn;t use a lot of gas. She's my baby
accountCircle Jack E
Elegant outside body with nice lines.
Problems are, traction control cable goes bad often and creates friction and second the tapestry gets loose easily so it starts to come apart and breaking down. Engine is a v6 dream and performs really good with an excellent kick of super power when it comes to stepping on the accelerator.
accountCircle Sarah C
Upgraded to 2016 impala from 2001 Saturn.#upgrade.
I just bought my 2016 impala and have had it for 3 weeks. I love everything about it, mainly because my last car was a 2001 Saturn with no air conditioning or cruise control. I do not have to stomp on the gas (literally) to merge onto the highway. Hardly any road noise.
accountCircle Reggi L
It's American made that keeps people employed. It is a great car for a family.
It is comfortable and the ride is enjoyable. The interior is nice and all the options I have are great. I love the large trunk
accountCircle Jennifer W
Just a great ride performance of all.
It's just all out great smooth ride comfort amazing. Control is great all you gas mileage a plus sporty as well as family vehicle everywhere you go you get completes noise control a plus roomy and affordable must have its loyalty on the road not breaking down holding up when you need speed or if you just want to cruise.
accountCircle Maria L
Chevrolet impala 2016, spacious enough for a family. Love the body of the car.
So far I have not had any issues with the car. I love the smooth ride. It is spacious enough and comfortable enough. Gas mileage is great! The body shape of the car is perfect! Interior is cloth but is easy to keep clean. Price is reasonable and not over the top expensive.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Phil
Car
I have a 2016 Impala lt.this car stop running the first day . That was the battery . After that it Frost up the eng. Than the check eng came on the alt froze up got a grinding noise in the front. Car has 6000o I will never buy a chevy
accountCircle Carole S
Water leaks in trunk
No, bad water leaks in trunk even after fixed back lights. Entire seal around trunk needed replacement at a cost of $570
accountCircle Cynthia T
It's hard to get in and out of because it's so low.
Don't like that it's too low to ground. Don't like it dying when I stop. Like the technology of it.
accountCircle Sam seiner
Rough idle
This is my second 2016 Chevy impala and the second v6 that has a rpm drop and rough idle at a stop sign . Doesn’t matter if the air is on or not . The first one I bought a couple years ago had 35 k on it at time of purchase. The second one has 25k on it and it does the same thing and it is the same engine I think a 3.8 v 6. So what is going on ? Does anyone have any ideas ? Thanks
accountCircle don H
It is not a comfortable riding or driving auto
Poor fuel mileage poor seating poor driving
accountCircle Ashley M
Don't buy the Impala it is not worth the cost or the time to get this vehicle
The Ac doesn't work right, never has, car needs time after gas to crank up, not enough back seat leg room if you have kids. I would not recommend this vehicle to anybody with children who does not have the time to sit and wait 5 minutes after filling up with gas for the car to start
accountCircle Ebony W
Incomplete impala wondering how it was cleared for the road
Several recalls very bad electrical issues not very good on gas and seems to takes computer to long to catch up to gps
accountCircle guy g
The exhaust I like so much.
I like the model I got the Impala Limited LTZ. It's like a souped up version Like the SS but with a luxury feel also inside. The spoiler on the back I believe is what sets it off. It is the second dark colored car I have owned and yes it's pretty and sharp clean. It's hard to keep it that way. If you wash it. You HAVE TO dry it off quickly before you get water spots on it.Even the dew causes water spots. And while it's a souped up version I have a heavy foot and the sound on the exhaust. Makes me get on it a little more than I should cause it will always makes the MPG a lot lower. But still love it.

Chevrolet Impala Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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LTZ
305 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats
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LS
20 MPG 5 Seats
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LT
20 MPG 5 Seats
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2016 Chevrolet Impala Owner Reviews

4.46
323 Reviews
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5 stars 59%
4 stars 30%
3 stars 8%
2 stars 2%
1 star 1%
accountCircle Phil on June 26, 2021
Car
I have a 2016 Impala lt.this car stop running the first day . That was the battery . After that it Frost up the eng. Than the check eng came on the alt froze up got a grinding noise in the front. Car has 6000o I will never buy a chevy
accountCircle Lane H on June 15, 2021
Things you'll love about an impala.
It's a very smooth quiet ride. The stereo system is wonderful. Functions and handles very well. Just do not like that because it is a front wheel drive vehicle the front end (wheels, brakes etc) needs constant maintenance. I love the color, trim and lights.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Tricia H.

I love everything about this car. The heated and AC leather seats, sunroof, GPS Navigation system, the mirror indicators to let you know another car is next to you, the seat adjustments, the trunk space.

likeFilled Jerome J.

Its fuel economy is great and my safety record is good. No problems with the engine or tranny either. This car is awesome and I'd recommend anyone to buy them one, I mean I drive out of town regularly and no problems.

likeFilled Ryan K.

The impala gets great gas mileage. For a four door sedan it is very roomy in back seat for tall passengers. Easy driver with great front end look. The driving is fun and enjoy what they did with the new look.

likeFilled Trish G.

This is a great family vehicle. It is very roomy on the inside. I fit 2 full sized car seats in the back with room for a 3rd person. Also the trunk is huge. The car is very comfortable to drive and to ride in and get great gas mileage. I also love how it looks. It is a large family vehicle but still looks sporty.

likeFilled Hazel A.

It rides smooth and is excellent on gas. It has good legroom in the back for passengers which makes it a good choice for a family who takes long trips or needs extra room for car seats. The trunk is very spacious. The parts are typically not expensive to replace in comparison to others.

likeFilled Holly D.

It has a nice ride and feel to driving it. It is a limited edition model looks more boxy. I've had a good time with driving it. I don't find the driving seat very comfortable. A very large trunk to store things in it.

likeFilled Kristen B.

The car is great on gas and has a great look that stands the test of time. I have not had to do any maintenance on the car except oil changes. It runs well and I trust it to transport my most precious cargo which is my family.

likeFilled Racheal R.

Small, comfy, gas saved, wood on the inside so nice. Good car for a starter driver or to teach a teen to drive. It is got a lot of storage on the sides of doors, very quiet when u drive it as well. The trunk is big enough to get in yourself.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Tricia H.

The Impala is a great car. I have had no negative issues with the car. Unfortunately the only drawback for someone would be the cost, but the car is well worth it. Gets great gas mileage and the navigation system makes travelling a breeze.

dislikeFilled Jerome J.

Even though the pros outweigh the cons there are cons, which is there doesn't seem to be sufficient room in the trunk for groceries. Also I think at least 3 more inches of space in the back seat. There's nothing else not to like about it, it's still over all a awesome automobile.

dislikeFilled Ryan K.

The model I own is cloth seats and they do not hide stains very well. The trunk has a bad seal and allows water into the trunk underneath the spare tire. This is all that I would consider to be a con of this particular model.

dislikeFilled Trish G.

There is a hump over the trunk that can make it hard to see out of the back window. I also feel like there are a lot of blind spots. It did not come with a backup camera which would have been nice. There is no CD player, which I understand are becoming outdated but my husbands 2020 Dodge Ram has one.

dislikeFilled Hazel A.

It is a typical day to day car. There is not really anything extra fancy or luxurious that would make it stand out on the road. It is a great car for those who need something practical, reliable, and economic.

dislikeFilled Holly D.

I didn't like the feel of the driver's seat at first but now I am use to it by now. Its a limited model and does not have much of any extra fancy options which is very disappointing. I'd like a different bright. Color.

dislikeFilled Kristen B.

I honestly do not have any cons. It was disappointing to learn they were no longer making them. I have heard that some people have issues with the motor in the window but I have yet to have that issue.

dislikeFilled Racheal R.

There is a lil part in the glove department that has to do something with the ac. It goes out twice a year. They say it is common in impalas so we get the part free every time we need to replace it. Kinda annoying tho.

Ranks #7 Large Cars by Owners

The 2016 Chevrolet Impala has an average owner rating of 4.49 out of 5 which ranks it #7 of 9 other Large Cars.

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Ranks #2 Large Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2016 Chevrolet Impala has a combined MPG of 30 which ranks it #2 of 9 other Large Cars.

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Is The 2016 Chevrolet Impala A Good Car?

Yes. Quality engine and drivetrain. Comfortable interior with loads of room. Smooth driving experience.
Dan M.
Yes, good for winter driving. Backup camera is great. Looks very professional. Lots of space and storage room.
Abbey B.
Yes this vehicle drives really well. It is a pretty weighty car for people that drive in snow. It has quite a lot of space inside and a huge trunk.
Kaytlin M.
Yes it is. A very smooth ride. Good in gas. Highway driving is awesome. Handles very well in snow and rain.
YUMEKA W.
Yes it is a good vehicle. It has good gas mileage and the inside trim is beautiful. First time with a Chevy and I love it.
Kaitlyn T.
It has been pretty good so far I bought it used and have had a few things go south but as far as the way my car runs and rides it does really well.
Sarah R.
Yes it runs good and is a excellent car. The interior is great and the performance is good. Has great gas mileage
Tara J.
Yes I like the Impala. It is a good and dependable vehicle. It’s good for gas mileage and it’s also spacious for family driving. I've always liked the impala since I was a kid and each year it just... Read More
John Q.

How Reliable Is The 2016 Chevrolet Impala?

It's reliable. It has had some issues with transmission slippage but it was not major. Engine and chassis are solid and reliable.
Dan M.
The screen inside that displays the radio, backup camera and other features can sometimes freeze up. Disconnecting and reconnecting the battery fixes this issue.
Abbey B.
It is a very reliable car. We haven't come across any problems with this vehicle. No recalls or anything like that. We just put on 4 brand new tires.
Kaytlin M.
Very reliable. If you have a vehicle that u can put e85 in just be careful if you use e85 all the time it will make u have to replace your fuel pump.
YUMEKA W.
My 2016 Chevrolet is reliable. It has good gas mileage and not too expensive to fill up. Mine has no issues.
Kaitlyn T.
I would drive completely across the us and never worry about breaking down. Chevrolet makes the best vehicles I will always buy a Chevy!
Sarah R.
It is a reliable car and we love it. We have taken it on many trips so it is good. The gas mileage is good and we have not had to pay any repair cost except normal maintenance.
Kirsten B.
The impala is reliable as most of the problems I've had in the past were minor. I do have an existing situation with the air conditioning in the vehicle. It’s only hard to deal with because it’s... Read More
Sue B.

Is The 2016 Chevrolet Impala A Good Value?

We bought it used for $11,000 with 47,000 miles. It has been a great value and Chevy is one of the best value vehicles.
Dan M.
23,000 dollars with 21,000 miles on it. I was able to get a good deal on it and my parents helped to purchase this car.
Abbey B.
The Chevy impala costs about $15,000. Yes it is a good value for the condition it is in. We keep it in great condition.
Kaytlin M.
Mine was used but I think all the vehicles cost way to much now. They are way to expensive. Mine was 22,000.
YUMEKA W.
My 2016 Chevrolet was listed for 10,000. I got a loan so mine cost a little more but it is very affordable and it is a good value.
Kaitlyn T.
I bought my car used and gave 29,000 I think it was a great deal it has low miles no visible tears or stains the motor runs really good so yes I think it was a steal!
Sarah R.
Sixteen thousand dollars and for the year it is a good value. For the car to almost be new it is a good car. The normal value of the car is over 25 thousands dollars. The mileage was low and it has... Read More
Clifford R.
I paid 23k for my impala. It’s a good car but not worth the money only due to the AC issue. This issue is one that I've heard of before with Chevy cars so maybe it should be a recall. It’s a good... Read More
Courtney P.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are some of the 2016 Chevy Impala power steering problems?

Answer: If the 2016 Chevy Impala has issues with the power steering then it will be really stiff and hard to turn. This can be caused by two common issues, the first being a leak in the line. This is the less common...

Where is the 2016 chevy impala starter located?

Answer: The 2016 Chevy Impala starter location is on top of the engine or under it by the transmission. You will come into nasty problems with the battery during the life cycle of the car. For one, the battery can just...

What is the 2016 chevy impala tire pressure?

Answer: The 2016 Chevy Impala needs a tire pressure of 35 and 40 psi when cold. If You need to reset the tpms after filling the tires, or putting new ones on then it is not hard. First, make sure that the vehicle is on...

What is the 2016 chevy impala lug nut size?

Answer: The 2016 Chevy Impala lug nut size is 22 mm hex. Making sure Your tires are in the greatest of condition is key to not crashing. You will come into issues with this part at some time or another. You might run...

What is the 2016 chevy impala ltz wiper blade size?

Answer: The wiper blades You'll need for the 2016 Chevy Impala LTZ include a 22" wiper for the driver side and a 21" wiper for the passenger side. There is no rear wiper blade for this vehicle. There is some basic...

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