2007 Chevrolet Impala Reviews - Page 2 of 4

2007 Chevrolet Impala LT 3.5 from North America

Year of manufacture2007
First year of ownership2007
Engine and transmission 3.5 Automatic
Performance marks 5 / 10
Reliability marks 6 / 10
Comfort marks 7 / 10
Dealer Service marks 2 / 10
Running Costs (higher is cheaper) 3 / 10
Overall marks (average of all marks)
4.6 / 10
Distance when acquired25 miles
Most recent distance35000 miles
Previous carMercury Mountaineer

Summary:

Get the 3.9LTZ or 5.3SS

Faults:

Tire pressure guages work when they want too. Too sensitive.

General Comments:

It is a nice everyday driver. Good looking car for $23,000.

The 3.5 engine is OK, but get the 3.9; much better performance.

Interior material quality is not that great on the LT.

I drive very fast and do over 100mph on a regular basis. Top speed is 107. The car is on the weak side for me, but if you drive normal then it's OK. 3.5Lt does not handle too good when pushed hard.

Good gas mileage and a comfortable ride. Interior noise is low and interior is roomy. I've had up to 7 adults in the car, but 5 can sit OK.

Overall it's a safe car. The 3.9LTZ is going to be your best bet overall. 5.3 SS even better!!!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know

Review Date: 24th June, 2009

25th Jun 2009, 11:57

I hope you're kidding about doing 100 mph often. If that is true then you should be given a bus pass.

2007 Chevrolet Impala LT V6 from North America

Model year2007
Year of manufacture2007
First year of ownership2007
Most recent year of ownership2008
Engine and transmission V6 Automatic
Performance marks 6 / 10
Reliability marks 2 / 10
Comfort marks 5 / 10
Dealer Service marks 3 / 10
Running Costs (higher is cheaper) 5 / 10
Overall marks (average of all marks)
4.2 / 10
Distance when acquired12 miles
Most recent distance22000 miles
Previous carChevrolet Equinox

Summary:

Nice looking but not built well

Faults:

Starting problems.

Rattles.

Trim came loose.

Wheel bearings.

General Comments:

We traded our trouble prone Equinox in for the Impala. We made a mistake. We should have traded the Equinox in for a different brand.

The car does not start some times. Dealer can find nothing wrong.

Car rattles but not when at the dealer.

Interior trim has come loose a few times.

Front wheels made a Knock/Pop when turning. New wheel bearings.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No

Review Date: 13th December, 2008

10th Mar 2009, 22:43

Sounds like you have a bad Chevy dealer. Sorry. The trim might be loose from the techs taking it off to check out your electrical issues... just a thought.

2007 Chevrolet Impala LT 3.5L from North America

Model year2007
Year of manufacture2006
First year of ownership2008
Most recent year of ownership2008
Engine and transmission 3.5L Automatic
Performance marks 7 / 10
Reliability marks 8 / 10
Comfort marks 10 / 10
Running Costs (higher is cheaper) 9 / 10
Overall marks (average of all marks)
8.5 / 10
Previous carPontiac Grand Am

Summary:

Undecided

Faults:

I'm starting to rethink the buying of my Impala. I've only owned this car since April and have had to fix numerous things.

First the clear coat on the front bumper sprayed off at the car wash. Thank god it was under factory warranty.

Then the tire monitoring sensor went out-twice, which I had to pay for. Why I'm not sure, since it was yet again under warranty.

Then a week later I had to replace the steering column.

Now today I had to take it back in due to the rear window defrost not working. Have I yet again bought a money guzzling piece of crap?

General Comments:

Nice car, but starting to have a lot of problems and have only had it for 6 months.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know

Review Date: 11th November, 2008

2007 Chevrolet Impala LT 3.5L V6 from North America

Model year2007
Year of manufacture2006
First year of ownership2007
Most recent year of ownership2008
Engine and transmission 3.5L V6 Automatic
Performance marks 8 / 10
Reliability marks 8 / 10
Comfort marks 8 / 10
Dealer Service marks 8 / 10
Overall marks (average of all marks)
8.0 / 10
Most recent distance30800 miles
Previous carChevrolet Classic

Summary:

Loving the Cherry Red 07 Impala!!!

Faults:

Steering shaft replaced twice due to it making noise fixed under warranty.

Temp actuator started ticking, fixed under warranty.

Tail light, tag light and trunk light blown, fixed under warranty.

No major problems as of 30,000 miles.

General Comments:

I love my Impala!!! I purchased in April 2007. Had 5700 miles on it (demo). Sexy red color. Great car for the money. Many options. Did purchase the extended warranty from GM that kicks in after my new car warranty expires. My previous car was a 2005 Chevy Malibu Classic. Enjoyed that car as well. Purchased used, with 32,000 miles on it. Always wanted the Impala after GM changed the design.

Though I have had minor things that needed to be replaced, none of it has cost me anything. I am diligent with keeping up with maintenance. May be "throwing away" money by taking it to the dealership, but I trust them with my car since I did purchase it from them. My service department is first class with customer satisfaction. I have enjoyed my Impala, and hope to have it for awhile.

Many reviewers write bad comments about the manufacturer (GM or Chevrolet) just because they have a not so good experience with a particular car. We must take in consideration that not all cars are created equal. Some times there are lemons with all manufacturers, and sometimes there are cars that are lacking in quality, yet another car from the same manufacturer will be almost flawless. Remember, these cars are man-made. They aren't really built to last forever anyway. Most people now don't keep cars past 5 years before they trade them in. That's including the imported cars as well. Overall, I enjoy my Impala and hope that this review helps someone. I am neither pro- Chevrolet or pro-Import, I just purchase what I like and can afford. I understand that everyone will not like it, but it's worth checking out.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 17th September, 2008

Average review marks: 6.7 / 10, based on 12 reviews