Chevy Impala MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Chevy Impala model year from 1984 to 2020 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Impala has been offered with 3.6L 6-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.9L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 2014 (up to 28 MPG combined). Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Chevy Impala fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 22 MPG | 3.6L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2019 | 22–25 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2018 | 22–25 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2017 | 22–25 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2016 | 20–25 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2015 | 20–25 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2014 | 21–28 MPG | 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2013 | 22 MPG | 3.6L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2012 | 22 MPG | 3.6L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2011 | 21–23 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.9L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2010 | 21–22 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.9L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2009 | 19–23 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.9L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2008 | 19–22 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.9L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2007 | 19–22 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.9L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2006 | 19–22 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.9L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2005 | 20–22 MPG | 3.4L 6-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2004 | 20–22 MPG | 3.4L 6-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2003 | 20–22 MPG | 3.4L 6-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2002 | 20–22 MPG | 3.4L 6-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2001 | 20–22 MPG | 3.4L 6-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2000 | 21 MPG | 3.8L 6-cyl, 3.4L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1996 | 18–19 MPG | 4.3L 8-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 1995 | 18–19 MPG | 4.3L 8-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 1994 | 18–19 MPG | 4.3L 8-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 1985 | 14–21 MPG | 5.7L 8-cyl, 4.3L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 1984 | 14–21 MPG | 5.7L 8-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
2020 Chevy Impala: engines & MPG
The 2020 Impala was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impala | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 19 | 28 | 22 MPG |
| Impala | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 18 | 28 | 22 MPG |
2019 Chevy Impala: engines & MPG
The 2019 Impala was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 25 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impala | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Impala | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 19 | 28 | 22 MPG |
| Impala | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 18 | 28 | 22 MPG |
2018 Chevy Impala: engines & MPG
The 2018 Impala was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 25 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impala | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| Impala | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 18 | 28 | 22 MPG |
| Impala | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 19 | 28 | 22 MPG |
2017 Chevy Impala: engines & MPG
The 2017 Impala was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 25 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impala | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| Impala | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 18 | 28 | 22 MPG |
| Impala | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 19 | 28 | 22 MPG |
2016 Chevy Impala: engines & MPG
The 2016 Impala was EPA-rated in 5 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 25 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impala | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 31 | 25 MPG |
| Impala | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 19 | 28 | 22 MPG |
| Impala Limited | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 18 | 29 | 22 MPG |
| Impala | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 18 | 28 | 21 MPG |
| Impala Bi-Fuel (CNG) | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 25 | 20 MPG |
2015 Chevy Impala: engines & MPG
The 2015 Impala was EPA-rated in 5 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 25 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impala | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 31 | 25 MPG |
| Impala Limited | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 18 | 29 | 22 MPG |
| Impala | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 19 | 28 | 22 MPG |
| Impala | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 18 | 28 | 21 MPG |
| Impala Bi-Fuel (CNG) | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 25 | 20 MPG |
2014 Chevy Impala: engines & MPG
The 2014 Impala was EPA-rated in 5 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 21 to 28 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impala eAssist | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 24 | 35 | 28 MPG |
| Impala | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 31 | 24 MPG |
| Impala Limited | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 18 | 29 | 22 MPG |
| Impala | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 19 | 28 | 22 MPG |
| Impala | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 18 | 28 | 21 MPG |
2013 Chevy Impala: engines & MPG
The 2013 Impala was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impala | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 18 | 29 | 22 MPG |
| Impala | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 18 | 28 | 22 MPG |
2012 Chevy Impala: engines & MPG
The 2012 Impala was EPA-rated in 1 version (3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impala | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 18 | 29 | 22 MPG |
2011 Chevy Impala: engines & MPG
The 2011 Impala was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.5L 6-cyl, 3.9L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 21 to 23 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impala | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 29 | 23 MPG |
| Impala | 3.9L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 26 | 21 MPG |
2010 Chevy Impala: engines & MPG
The 2010 Impala was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.5L 6-cyl, 3.9L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 21 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impala | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 29 | 22 MPG |
| Impala | 3.9L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 27 | 21 MPG |
2009 Chevy Impala: engines & MPG
The 2009 Impala was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.5L 6-cyl, 3.9L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 23 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impala | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 29 | 23 MPG |
| Impala | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 29 | 22 MPG |
| Impala | 3.9L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 27 | 21 MPG |
| Impala | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 24 | 19 MPG |
2008 Chevy Impala: engines & MPG
The 2008 Impala was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.5L 6-cyl, 3.9L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impala | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 29 | 22 MPG |
| Impala | 3.9L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 28 | 21 MPG |
| Impala | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 16 | 24 | 19 MPG |
2007 Chevy Impala: engines & MPG
The 2007 Impala was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.5L 6-cyl, 3.9L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impala | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 28 | 22 MPG |
| Impala | 3.9L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Impala | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 16 | 24 | 19 MPG |
2006 Chevy Impala: engines & MPG
The 2006 Impala was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.5L 6-cyl, 3.9L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impala | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 28 | 22 MPG |
| Impala | 3.9L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| Impala | 3.9L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| Impala | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 16 | 26 | 19 MPG |
2005 Chevy Impala: engines & MPG
The 2005 Impala was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.4L 6-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impala | 3.4L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 29 | 22 MPG |
| Impala | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 27 | 21 MPG |
| Impala Police | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 27 | 21 MPG |
| Impala | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 17 | 26 | 20 MPG |
2004 Chevy Impala: engines & MPG
The 2004 Impala was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.4L 6-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impala | 3.4L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 29 | 22 MPG |
| Impala | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 28 | 21 MPG |
| Impala Police | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 26 | 20 MPG |
| Impala | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 16 | 26 | 20 MPG |
2003 Chevy Impala: engines & MPG
The 2003 Impala was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.4L 6-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impala | 3.4L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 29 | 22 MPG |
| Impala | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 27 | 20 MPG |
| Impala Police | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 26 | 20 MPG |
2002 Chevy Impala: engines & MPG
The 2002 Impala was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.4L 6-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impala | 3.4L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 29 | 22 MPG |
| Impala | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 27 | 20 MPG |
| Impala | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 26 | 20 MPG |
2001 Chevy Impala: engines & MPG
The 2001 Impala was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.4L 6-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impala | 3.4L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 29 | 22 MPG |
| Impala | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 28 | 21 MPG |
| Impala Police | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 27 | 20 MPG |
2000 Chevy Impala: engines & MPG
The 2000 Impala was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.8L 6-cyl, 3.4L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impala | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 27 | 21 MPG |
| Impala | 3.4L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 29 | 21 MPG |
1996 Chevy Impala: engines & MPG
The 1996 Impala was EPA-rated in 3 versions (4.3L 8-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 19 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caprice/Impala | 4.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 24 | 19 MPG |
| Caprice/Impala Wagon | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 24 | 18 MPG |
| Caprice/Impala | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 24 | 18 MPG |
1995 Chevy Impala: engines & MPG
The 1995 Impala was EPA-rated in 3 versions (4.3L 8-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 19 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caprice/Impala | 4.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 24 | 19 MPG |
| Caprice/Impala Wagon | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 23 | 18 MPG |
| Caprice/Impala | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 23 | 18 MPG |
1994 Chevy Impala: engines & MPG
The 1994 Impala was EPA-rated in 4 versions (4.3L 8-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 19 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caprice/Impala | 4.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 24 | 19 MPG |
| Caprice/Impala Wagon | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 15 | 23 | 18 MPG |
| Caprice/Impala | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 15 | 23 | 18 MPG |
| Caprice/Impala Wagon | 4.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 23 | 18 MPG |
1985 Chevy Impala: engines & MPG
The 1985 Impala was EPA-rated in 9 versions (5.7L 8-cyl, 4.3L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impala/Caprice | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Diesel | 18 | 27 | 21 MPG |
| Impala/Caprice | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Diesel | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Impala/Caprice | 4.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 24 | 19 MPG |
| Impala/Caprice | 4.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 23 | 18 MPG |
| Impala/Caprice | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| Impala/Caprice | 4.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 15 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| Impala/Caprice | 4.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| Impala/Caprice | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 22 | 17 MPG |
| Impala/Caprice | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 12 | 17 | 14 MPG |
1984 Chevy Impala: engines & MPG
The 1984 Impala was EPA-rated in 8 versions (5.7L 8-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impala/Caprice | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Diesel | 18 | 27 | 21 MPG |
| Impala/Caprice | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Diesel | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Impala/Caprice | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| Impala/Caprice | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 21 | 17 MPG |
| Impala/Caprice | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 15 | 19 | 17 MPG |
| Impala/Caprice | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
| Impala/Caprice | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Impala/Caprice | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 12 | 17 | 14 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Chevy Impala get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the Impala range from 19 to 28 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2014 model year.
What engines does the 2020 Chevy Impala have?
The 2020 Impala was EPA-rated with 3.6L 6-cyl engines — see the 2020 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Chevy Impala require premium gas?
Some versions do: EPA lists regular gasoline and premium gasoline and diesel depending on year and engine — check your year's table above.
Is there a hybrid or electric Impala?
Yes — the ratings above include hybrid versions; look for them in the per-year tables.
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