Thursday, 30 January 2020 21:30

2022 Chevrolet Impala Exterior, Engine, Release date

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Aren't nearly as popular as they used to be the large sedans. That Chevrolet would discontinue the Impala after the 2019 model year, we even thought. Somehow the Impala is soldiering on for at least one more year, yet. There's life yet in Chevy's big four-door, and even though the number of trim levels and options diminishes for 2022.

Offering a roomy interior, a spacious trunk, smooth acceleration and a ride quality that's plush without being overly soft and floaty, this generation of Impala - introduced in 2014 - has always been a solid choice in the segment. The Impala does exactly what you expect from a large, comfort-oriented sedan, in short. Which gives it a tendency to wander in its lane on the highway, less likable is the Impala's ponderous handling and its overly sensitive steering. We're not enamored with the thick front roof pillars that obscure your view around road curves, also. The stay-of-execution 2022 Impala remains a solid pick, but competitors such as the Kia Cadenza and the Toyota Avalon are nicer overall, on the whole.

So, if you're considering the Chevy Impala over the smaller Malibu, chances are you want a comfy cruiser that feels a little special. Skip over the base LT and opt for the Premier, which includes advanced safety features, upgraded headlights and leather, to that end. It's worth getting the Premier Convenience package, which costs little and adds a surprising number of desirable luxury features, we also think.

Chevrolet Impala models

A full-size sedan available in two trim levels, is The 2022 Chevrolet Impala. The LT replaces the discontinued LS as the entry-level Impala. So it has many standard features and a pair of option packages, as well. Buyers who want the whole shebang can upgrade to the Premier model, which has two packages that further upgrade its equipment offerings, too. Than, both trims utilize a 3.6-liter V6 (305 horsepower, 264 lb-ft of torque) that sends power to the front wheels via a six-speed automatic transmission. Howevewr, standard features on the Impala LT include 18-inch wheels, heated mirrors, remote engine start, keyless entry and ignition, dual-zone automatic climate control, rear air vents, a power driver's seat, faux-leather and cloth combination upholstery, a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, an 8-inch touchscreen, and a six-speaker audio system with two USB ports, satellite radio and Apple CarPlay - Android Auto.

Offers two upgrade packages, the Impala LT, the Driver Confidence package includes blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert and rear parking sensors, also.  There's the Convenience package, which brings heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, an auto-dimming rearview mirror and household-style power outlet, also. So, upgrading to the Premier adds 19-inch wheels, xenon headlights, unique exterior accents, ambient lighting, a power passenger seat, leather upholstery, a wireless smartphone charging pad, a navigation system, and an 11-speaker Bose audio system with a CD player, too. It also includes the LT's Driver Confidence package, plus heated front seats and the power outlet and  a sunroof is available as a stand-alone option, as well.

Than, feature suites for the Premier include the Premier Convenience package, adds ventilated front seats, a heated and power-adjustable steering wheel, driver-seat memory settings, and auto-dimming rearview and driver-side mirrors, and the Premier Confidence package, includes 20-inch wheels, adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning and lane departure warning, as well.

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