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2009 CHEVROLET IMPALA / IMPALA SS


New for 2009


Model Lineup

 

Engines

Transmission

 

3.5L V-6

3.9L V-6

5.3L V-8

4-spd auto
(Hydra-Matic 4T65)

LS

s

-

-

s

LT

s

-

-

s

LTZ

-

s

-

s

SS

-

-

s

s*

*heavy-duty version

Key:

Standard

s

Optional

o

Not available

-



2009 CHEVROLET IMPALA: MORE STANDARD SAFETY FEATURES REINFORCE AN ALREADY-STRONG VALUE STORY

For 2009, Impala's value story is bolstered by new standard safety features, including thorax side-impact air bags and safety belt pretensioners for the front-seat lap belts. Available is new Bluetooth phone connectivity through the OnStar system. Bluetooth technology enables hands-free phone calling, with personal cell phone calls connected via the Impala's audio system.

When it comes to efficiency and fuel options, Impala has one of the most compelling stories in the market. The standard 3.5L V-6 is rated at 6.7 L/100km on the highway, giving it fuel consumption that matches or beats many smaller cars. Both the 3.5L and 3.9L engines come standard with E85 FlexFuel capability.

The Impala SS is an efficient performer, too, with a 5.3L V-8 and Active Fuel Management. It is rated at 303 horsepower and has a highway fuel consumption rating of 8.1 L/100km. Active Fuel Management can improve fuel consumption by up to 12 percent in certain driving conditions.

New for 2009

In addition to the new thorax side-impact air bags, pretensioners for the front-seat lap belts and Bluetooth connectivity, changes to the '09 Impala lineup are evolutionary and reflect streamlined packaging of popular features. They include:

There are also three new exterior colours: Silver Ice Metallic, Aqua Blue Metallic and Victory Red. They replace Precision Red, Dark Silver Metallic and Silverstone Metallic.

Impala design

Chevy Impala conveys sophistication and exudes big-car roominess. On the exterior, large headlamps have a premium, jewelled appearance with three independent lighting units. These details complement other high-quality attributes, such as tight tolerances of 3.5 mm or less between body components and substantial "grab"-style door handles, to provide an overall feeling of solidity. Also, flat-blade windshield wipers are used to provide consistent pressure on the glass, which helps eliminate streaking and wind noise.

The Impala LS, LT and LTZ models have varied exterior trim cues that identify each model, while the Impala SS receives a distinct front-end appearance. It includes a dual-split grille with a SS-signature black-diamond crosshatch pattern. At the rear, a spoiler is standard on LTZ and SS models and is available on LT. The Impala SS also receives Corvette-inspired bright exhaust tips.

Inside, Impala is packed with thoughtful features, including clever flip-and-fold rear seats (standard on LTZ and SS, available on LT). The forward-flip rear seat cushions reveal a storage tub under the seat that can contain spillage while transporting a variety of items. The tub also serves as a covered storage area beneath the seat with cushions down and offer convenient grocery bag hooks when the cushions are flipped forward. A generous pass-through from the trunk can be created by flipping the seat bottoms forward and the seat backs flat - an exclusive feature in the midsize segment.

All of Impala's available seating features clean, simple and tailored appearances. Uplevel Nuance leather-appointed seating features premium deck seams around their perimeter and French seams on the centre cushions. The seats also have firm cushions and lumbar support that provide more comfort, especially during long drives. The driver's seat also includes adjustable lumbar.

The Impala's instrument panel wraps around into the door panels and has a double-hump design that is reminiscent of early Corvettes. Impala LS, LT and LTZ models have a wood-trimmed appearance, while the Impala SS comes standard with a "technical"-pattern trim panel.

Completing the Impala's comprehensive interior is a host of useful comfort and convenience features, including:

Three audio systems feature simple-to-operate radios that are compatible with the enhanced OnStar system. The base CD-radio includes a six-speaker system. An uplevel MP3/CD-radio features a two-line, 32-character reconfigurable display and a capability to select between AM, FM and XM stations (if equipped) without having to reset the frequency. An uplevel ICDX radio adds an in-dash six-CD changer. Impala also offers a premium Bose audio system. All radios include standard auxiliary input jack for external devices such as an iPod or remote cassette player. Located in the lower right-hand corner of each radio, the input allows for plug-and-play through Impala's sound system.

Chassis and suspension

Quiet, smoothness and refinement are the ride and handling traits conveyed through the Impala's chassis and suspension systems. A robust front-end structure provides a firmer foundation to help reduce noise, vibration and harshness (NVH), while also enhancing steering and handling performance.

Impala's fully boxed upper frame rail assemblies have a wider, deeper and structurally stronger upper front tie bar. Stronger ties between the upper and lower rails stiffen the front structure for improved ride and handling and a large, lower front-of-dash panel has been strengthened. It is constructed of Quiet Steel laminated steel, which consists of sound deadening material bonded between sheets of steel and reduces resonant sound.

An extruded aluminum engine cradle is used on both vehicles, too, and contributes to a smoother, vibration-free ride. The cradle's lateral stiffness (at the steering joint) is increased with a new, one-piece machined rear cross member and new aluminum rear body mounts to help improve handling control. Models equipped with a V-6 engine have a two-point engine-mounting system, while V-8 models have a three-point mounting system.

A power rack-and-pinion steering system is standard on all models, with a responsive 13.3:1 steering ratio on LT, LTZ and SS models. All models feature a quiet, efficient power steering system that optimizes internal flow of the hydraulic steering fluid within the pump and reservoirs.

The front suspension features a MacPherson strut coil-over-spring independent setup with gas-charged struts and a stabilizer bar. Tall jounce bumpers in the front suspension help enhance stability and control. The rear suspension uses a trailing arm, tri-link setup with gas-charged struts and coil springs. A rear stabilizer bar is standard on all models. Based on the basic front and rear suspension designs, the Impala offers two levels of suspension tuning - FE1 and FE3 - each matched to the power and expected performance level of its respective model

FE1 (LS and LT): The FE1 suspension provides great control without compromising ride quality. It uses stiff, constant-rate front springs and variable-rate rear springs to provide higher roll rates and, at the front, a stiffer torque strut design reduces NVH and helps provide a smoother, quieter ride. The packages include 16-inch wheels and P225/60R16 ALS (all-season) Goodyear Integrity radials on LS models; and 17-inch wheels and P225/55R17 AL2 (touring) Goodyear Eagle LS2 radials on LT models.

FE3 ( LTZ and SS): Impala LTZ and SS models receive a FE3 suspension, which includes 18-inch W-rated P235/50R18 AL3 (performance) tires and five-spoke alloy wheels, to provide a sporty ride that complements the 5.3L small-block V-8's performance. A 34-mm hollow front stabilizer bar and 18-mm solid rear stabilizer bar combine to provide more roll control than the FE1 or FE2 suspensions. Also, increased stiffness helps reduce body lean and contributes to greater high-speed stability.

Powertrain details

Impala's V-6 engines are as fuel-efficient as they are sophisticated. A 3.5L V-6 is standard in the Impala LS and LT, delivering 211 horsepower (157 kW)* and 214 lb.-ft. (290 Nm)* of torque - more standard power as a base engine than some key competitors' top (or only) offering.

Standard in LTZ models is the 3.9L V-6 that features E85 FlexFuel capability. This engine offers more power and usable torque within its operating range, with 90 percent of peak torque available from 1,800 to 5,800 rpm. It is rated at 233 horsepower (174 kW) and 240 lb.-ft. of torque (325 Nm).

The 5.3L all-aluminum small-block V-8 powers the performance-oriented Impala SS. It features Active Fuel Management, which can provide up to 12 percent better fuel economy. Developed exclusively for front-drive applications, the SS's 5.3L engine produces 303 horsepower (226 kW)* and 323 lb.-ft. (438 Nm)* of torque.

All of Impala's engines are matched with the Hydra-Matic 4T65 electronically controlled four-speed automatic transmission, which is renowned for its smoothness and durability. A strengthened version is equipped with the 5.3L engine to handle the V-8's torque.

Safety and crash avoidance

Impala offers standard side-curtain air bags, which provide optimum head protection for outboard passengers. The side curtain air bags are mounted in the side roof rails and deploy down to the lower edge of the windows from the A-pillar to the C-pillar. Impala's other safety features include:

The Impala includes features designed to enhance the vehicle structure, including lighter, more rigid front and rear bumper systems. Also, the Impala features a strengthened "safety cage" passenger compartment with the front and rear doors designed for improved energy dissipation in the event of a crash.

OnStar details

The OnStar system is standard on Impala. Its digital hardware includes upgraded hands-free voice recognition capabilities, including more intuitive continuous digit dialling and improved voice recognition accuracy. OnStar is the leading provider of in-vehicle safety, security and information services in Canada. Using the GPS satellite network and wireless technology, OnStar features core safety services and OnStar Personal Calling that allows drivers to make and receive hands-free, voice-activated phone calls using a powerful 3-watt digital/analogue system and external antenna for greater reception.

The OnStar service available on the Impala includes the Advanced Crash Response System, making crash data available to 911 centers to potentially dispatch the appropriate life-saving personnel and equipment to crash scenes faster.

Impala's OnStar system also offers Turn-by-Turn navigation with the optional Directions and Connections service. Turn-by-Turn navigation directs the driver through the route by using the digital readout lines in the radio head. Directions are downloaded by the OnStar advisor to the vehicle and can be played back or paused through the drive up to the destination. Besides being an easy to use system (all directions are downloaded to the car by an advisor) Turn-by-Turn offers an affordable system that is always up to date (no need to purchase map updates).

*SAE certified.

# # #

For media enquiries contact:
General Motors of Canada
Product Communications
Tony LaRocca
905-644-1804
tony.larocca@gm.com



SPECIFICATIONS

Overview

Models:

Chevrolet Impala LS, LT, LTZ and SS

Body style / driveline:

Front-engine, front-drive, 5- / 6-passenger sedan

Construction:

Two-sided galvanized steel (except roof); Quiet Steel (F.O.D.)

EPA vehicle class:

Large car

Manufacturing location:

Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

Key competitors:

Ford Taurus, Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, Nissan Altima, Chrysler 300C

Engines

 

3500 3.5L V-6 w/VVT (LZE)

3.9L V-6 (LGD)

5.3L V-8 (LS4)

Application:

LS, LT

LT, LTZ

SS

Type:

3.5L V-6

3.9L V-6

5.3L V-8

Displacement (cc / cu in):

3510 / 214

3880 / 237

5327 / 325

Bore & stroke (mm / in):

99 x 76 /
3.90 x 2.99

99 x 84 /
3.90 x 3.31

96 x 92 /
3.78 x 3.62

Block material:

Cast iron

Cast iron

Cast aluminum

Cylinder head material:

Cast aluminum

Cast aluminum

Cast aluminum

Valvetrain:

Overhead valve, 2 valves per cylinder, continuously variable valve timing

Overhead valve, 2 valves per cylinder, continuously variable valve timing

Overhead valve, 2 valves per cylinder

Ignition system:

58X; direct iridium electrode tip / iridium core spark plugs, low resistance spark plug wires

58X; direct iridium electrode tip / iridium core spark plugs, low resistance spark plug wires

Coil-near-plug, iridium electrode tip / iridium core spark plugs, low resistance spark plug wires

Fuel:

Sequential fuel injection

Sequential fuel injection

Active Fuel Management; sequential fuel injection

Compression ratio:

9.8:1

9.8:1

10:1

Horsepower (hp/ kW @ rpm):

211 / 157 @ 5800*

233 / 174 @ 5600

303 / 226 @ 5600

Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm):

214 / 290 @ 4000*

240 / 325 @ 4000

323 / 438 @ 4000

Fuel:

Regular unleaded, E85-capable

Regular unleaded; E85 capable

Premium recommended but not required

Maximum engine speed (rpm):

6400

6400

6100

Emissions controls:

Close-coupled catalytic converter, Quick Sync 58X ignition, returnless fuel rail, fast-response O² sensor

Close-coupled catalytic converter, Quick Sync 58X ignition, returnless fuel rail, fast-response O² sensor

Underfloor catalytic converter, Quick Sync 24X ignition, returnless fuel rail, fast-response O² sensor

Estimated fuel consumption:

      

Mi/imp.gal (city / hwy / combined)

26 / 42 / 31

24 / 38 / 28

22 / 35 / 26

L/100km (city / hwy / combined)

10.8 / 6.7 / 9.0

12.0 / 7.4 / 10.0

12.9 / 8.1 / 10.8

Transmission

 

Hydra-Matic 4T65

Type:

4-speed automatic

Gear ratios (:1):

  

First:

2.92

Second:

1.56

Third:

1.00

Fourth:

0.70

Reverse:

2.38

Final drive ratio:

3.5L - 2.86:1
3.9L - 3.29:1
5.3L - 3.29:1

Chassis/Suspension

Suspension type:

std. with LS, LT: FE1; std. with LTZ, SS: FE3

Front:

Independent MacPherson strut coil-over-spring, twin-tube dampers with gas-charged valving; coil springs; hollow 30-mm stabilizer bar; FE3 has hollow 34-mm stabilizer bar

Rear:

Independent tri-link coil over strut, twin-tube dampers, variable-rate coil springs, 16-mm solid stabilizer bar (FE1); LTZ/SS FE3 has dual rate coil springs, hollow 19.4-mm stabilizer bar

Steering type:

Power rack-and-pinion (all models)

Steering ratio:

13.3:1 (all models)

Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock:

3.5L and 3.9L: 2.4; 5.3L: 2.3

Turning circle, curb-to-curb (m / ft):

11.6 / 38 (models with 16-inch or 17-inch wheels)
12.2 / 40 (models with 18-inch wheels)

Brakes

Type:

Four-wheel disc with power assist, vented front, solid rear

Rotor diameter x thickness (mm / in):

front: 11.9 x 1.2 / 303 x 30;
rear: 10.9 x 0.4 / 278 x 11

ABS

std.: LS, LT, LTZ, SS

Wheels/Tires

 

w/ 3.5L engine

w/ 3.9L engine

w/ 5.3L engine

Wheel size and type:

std: 16 x 6.5-inch, steel, available cast aluminum w/ five-spoke composite wheel cover; opt: same size painted aluminum

LT:17 x 6.5-inch machine faced aluminum
LTZ: five-spoke 18x 7-inch machined aluminum

std: 18 x 7-inch polished aluminum

Tires:

P225/60R16

P225/55R17 (LT)
P235/50R18 (LTZ)

P235/50R18

Dimensions

Exterior

Wheelbase (mm / in):

2807 / 110.5

Overall length (mm / in):

5091 / 200.4

Overall width (mm / in):

1851 / 72.9

Overall height (mm / in):

1491 / 58.7

Track (mm / in):

front: 1585.5 / 62.4
rear: 1562 / 61.5

Curb weight (kg / lb):

LS: 1613 / 3555
LT w/3.5L: 1613 / 3555
LTZ: 1655 / 3649
SS: 1683 / 3711

Weight distribution (% front / rear):

LS: 62 / 38
LT: 61 / 39
LTZ: 61 / 39
SS: 62 / 38

Drag coefficient:

0.33

Interior

 

Front

Rear

Headroom (mm / in):

1001 / 39.4

961 / 37.8

Legroom (mm / in):

1076 / 42.3

954 / 37.6

Shoulder room (mm / in):

1490 / 58.7

1488 / 58.6

Hip room (mm / in):

1432 / 56.4

1452 / 57.2

Rear pass-through (mm / in):

-

390 / 15.4 x 943 / 37.1

Capacities

Seating capacity:

front: 2 (LS, LT: 2/3)
rear: 3 (all models)

EPA interior volume (L / cu ft):

3486 / 123.1

EPA passenger volume (L / cu ft):

2959 / 104.5

Cargo volume (L / cu ft):

526.7 / 18.6

Trailer towing maximum (kg / lb):

454 / 1000

Fuel tank (L / imp.gal):

66.2 / 14.6

* SAE certified.

STANDARD AND OPTIONAL FEATURES

EXTERIOR FEATURES

LS

LT

LTZ

SS

Fog lights - projector beam

-

-

S

S

Glass - Solar-Ray, tinted

S

S

S

S

Grille - chrome surround

S

S

S

S

Grille - SS-specific

-

-

-

S

Mirrors - power remote control

S

S

-

S

Mirrors - power remote control, heated (included with Mirror Package on SS)

-

-

S

O

Mouldings - rocker, body-colour

S

S

S

S

Mouldings - bodyside, body-colour

O

O

O

O

Spoiler - rear deck-lid

O

O

S

S

Sunroof - power, sliding glass panel with sunshade (includes universal home remote programmable 3-channel transmitter; included with available Team Canada Edition Package on LTZ)

O

O

O

O

Tires - P225/60R16 all-season

S

-

-

-

Tires - P225/55R17 all-season

-

S

-

-

Tires - P235/50R18 all-season

-

-

S

S

Wheels - 16" x 6.5" steel with bolt-on wheel covers

S

-

-

-

Wheels - 17" x 6.5" machined aluminum

-

S

-

-

Wheels - 18" x 7" facia-spoke chrome-trim

-

O

-

-

Wheels - 18" x 7" multi-spoke aluminum

-

-

S

-

Wheels - 18" x 7" flangeless polished aluminum

-

-

-

S

Windshield wipers - flat-blade, 2-speed with variable delay (intermittent)

S

S

S

S

LS Sport Package - includes flip-and-fold-flat rear seat, 16" x 6.5" 5-spoke painted aluminum wheel and rear deck-lid spoiler

O

-

-

-

Team Canada Edition Package - includes Team Canada Edition badging, power sunroof and universal home remote 3 channel programmable transmitter

-

-

O

-

INTERIOR FEATURES

LS

LT

LTZ

SS

Accents - simulated walnut burl

S

S

S

-

Accents - techno steel

-

-

-

S

Air conditioning - manual, dual zone

S

S

S

S

Air filtration system - pollen filter

S

S

S

S

Cargo convenience net

S

S

S

S

Cruise control - steering wheel-mounted, electronic with resume, coast and decelerate/accelerate features

S

S

S

S

Defogger - electric rear-window

S

S

S

S

Floor mats - front and rear, carpeted

S

S

S

S

Heater ducts - rear seat, floor

S

S

S

S

Instrumentation - analogue gauges (includes speedometer, tachometer, coolant temperature and fuel gauges) and Driver Information Centre (includes system problem notification, low oil pressure, GM Oil Life Monitoring System, low fuel level, low washer fluid level and trunk open indicators)

S

S

S

S

Instrumentation - Deluxe Driver Information Centre (includes exterior temperature and compass display)

O

S

S

S

Lights - courtesy, delayed illumination entry/exit, theatre dimming, front and rear courtesy/reading and trunk

S

S

S

S

Retained accessory power

S

S

S

S

Steering column - tilt adjustable

S

S

S

S

Steering wheel - leather-wrapped with sound system controls (included with available up-level sound system on LS)

O

S

S

S

Sunshades - LH and RH padded; extendable with illuminated vanity mirrors

S

S

S

S

Trunk - release, power remote

S

S

S

S

Universal home remote - programmable 3-channel transmitter (included with available up-level sound system; included with available power sunroof on LS and LT)

O

O

O

O

Windows - power, driver's express-down feature and passenger window lock-out features

S

S

S

S

Mirror Package - includes interior electrochromic auto- dimming mirror and heated exterior rear-view mirrors

-

-

S

O

SEATS

LS

LT

LTZ

SS

Cloth front bucket seats - with 5-passenger seating, floor shifter and front floor console

S

S

S

-

Cloth front bucket seats - with 6-passenger seating, column shifter, flip-and-fold cushion/console

O

O

-

-

Front bucket seats with heated leather-appointed seating surfaces - with 5-passenger seating, floor shifter, front floor console and power 6-way front-passenger seat adjuster

-

-

O

S

Power 6-way driver with manual recliner and lumbar adjuster and manual reclining front-passenger adjuster

S

S

-

-

Power 8-way driver seat with power recliner, manual lumbar adjuster and manual reclining front-passenger adjuster

-

-

S

S

Seatback - rear, 60/40 split flip-and-fold-flat

O

O

S

S

ENTERTAINMENT

LS

LT

LTZ

SS

All Impala sound systems include an electronically tuned AM/FM stereo with seek up/down, scan, auto tone control, speed-compensated volume control, auxiliary audio input jack, TheftLock and digital clock

S

S

S

S

AM/FM stereo with CD player

S

-

-

-

AM/FM stereo with CD player, MP3 playback and Radio Data System (RDS) (includes leather-wrapped steering wheel with sound system controls on LS)

O

S

S

S

AM/FM stereo with in-dash 6-disc CD changer, MP3 playback and Radio Data System (RDS) (includes leather- wrapped steering wheel with sound system controls on LS)

O

O

O

O

Bluetooth - utilizes vehicle sound system, microphone, voice recognition and controls with Bluetooth- enabled cell phones (requires available up-level sound system on LS)

O

O

S

S

XM Satellite Radio*; requires available up-level sound system on LS) (*includes three trial months beyond which service fees apply; available in 10 Canadian provinces and 48 contiguous United States)

O

O

O

S

6-speaker sound system

S

S

S

-

8-speaker Bose sound system

-

O

O

S

Bose XM Entertainment Package - includes Bose sound system and XM Satellite Radio

-

O

O

S

MECHANICAL

LS

LT

LTZ

SS

Battery - with run-down protection

S

S

S

S

Brakes - power, 4-wheel disc

S

S

S

S

Brakes - 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)

S

S

S

S

Drive - front-wheel

S

S

S

S

Engine - 3.5L V6 VVT with SFI, FlexFuel (E85 capable)

S

S

-

-

Engine - 3.9L V6 VVT with SFI, FlexFuel (E85 capable)

-

-

S

-

Engine - 5.3L V8 with SFI and Active Fuel Management

-

-

-

S

Engine - block heater

O

O

O

O

Exhaust system - aluminized stainless steel

S

S

S

S

Exhaust system - dual outlets

-

-

S

-

Exhaust system - dual outlets with bright tips

-

-

-

S

Steering - power, rack-and-pinion

S

S

S

S

Suspension - 4-wheel independent

S

S

S

S

Suspension - Soft Ride

S

S

-

-

Suspension - Sport

-

-

S

S

Transmission - 4-speed automatic with overdrive

S

S

S

-

Transmission - heavy-duty 4-speed automatic with overdrive

-

-

-

S

Vehicle starter system - remote (requires Deluxe Driver Information Centre on LS)

O

S

S

S

SAFETY AND SECURITY

LS

LT

LTZ

SS

Air bags - dual-stage, driver and front-passenger, frontal with Passenger Sensing System

S

S

S

S

Air bags - front-to-rear, side-impact head curtain

S

S

S

S

Air bags - thorax, side-impact seat-mounted

S

S

S

S

Brake/transmission shift interlock

S

S

S

S

Door locks - power, programmable with lock-out protection

S

S

S

S

Door locks - rear doors, child-security

S

S

S

S

Headlights - Daytime Running Lights with automatic light control

S

S

S

S

Keyless entry system - remote, includes Panic feature

S

S

S

S

OnStar In-Vehicle Communications and Assistance Service - includes 1 year of the Safe & Sound Plan

S

S

S

S

Safety restraints - LATCH (Lower Anchors and Top Tethers for CHildren), rear seats

S

S

S

S

StabiliTrak - electronic stability control system

-

-

S

S

Theft-deterrent system - audible/visible content theft alarm

-

-

S

S

Theft-deterrent system - electronic immobilizer

S

S

S

S

Traction control - electronic, full-function, engine and brakes

S

S

S

S

Warranty - 3 year / 60,000 km, complete base warranty coverage (Whichever comes first, to correct any defects in materials or workmanship occurring during the warranty period. Regular maintenance is not included. Other restrictions, exclusions and limitations apply. See your dealer for complete details of the GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty.)

S

S

S

S

Warranty - 5 year / 160,000 km, powertrain component warranty with $0 deductible (Whichever comes first. Conditions and limitations apply. See your dealer for details.)

S

S

S

S

S - Standard Equipment. O - Optional Equipment

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