2014 CHEVROLET IMPALA Vehicle Highlights
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2014 CHEVROLET IMPALA Vehicle Highlights: x All-new exterior design with a sleek proportion, sculpted body sides, active grille shutters, standard 18-inch wheels and projector-beam headlamps – HID headlamps and LED daytime running lamps standard on LTZ models x Range of three powertrains that deliver performance and efficiency x All-new interior with flowing design and integrated center stack that incorporates an available eight-inch touch screen display with Chevrolet MyLink x Roomier feel, with more front and rear legroom, and generous storage compartments x Quieter environment with a greater emphasis on comfort – including active noise cancelation with four-cylinder powertrains x 360 degrees of active safety features include 10 standard air bags, along with available features including full-speed-range adaptive cruise control, crash imminent braking, forward collision alert, lane departure warning, side blind zone alert, rear cross traffic alert, rear camera and rear-park assist. ALL-NEW 2014 CHEVROLET IMPALA RE-ENERGIZES ICONIC NAMEPLATE Chevrolet has completely redesigned the 2014 Impala – its iconic flagship sedan – with head- turning styling, greater interior spaciousness and advanced technologies never before available in an Impala. The 2014 Impala is new from the ground up, with muscular design elements that provide a nod to the past while embracing Chevy’s modern styling. It represents the 10th generation of one of the industry’s most enduring and popular nameplates. It has been America’s best-selling full- size sedan since 2004, with total sales of more than 169,000 in 2012. True to its legacy, the 2014 Impala delivers advanced technologies at a competitive price. It incorporates 10 standard air bags as well as available safety technologies such as full-speed- range adaptive cruise control, crash imminent braking, forward collision alert, lane departure warning, side blind zone alert, rear cross traffic alert, rear camera and rear-park assist. “Impala has a heritage of pushing the segment with bold designs, new technologies and premium features not typically found at its price point,” said Chris Perry, vice president, Chevrolet marketing. “The 2014 Impala’s combination of efficiency, refinement, infotainment choices and driving confidence will re-set the benchmark in its segment and affirm its position as Chevrolet’s flagship sedan.” Impala’s V-6 engine will be the most powerful naturally aspirated engine in the segment. The car also receives a new, responsive electric power steering system and enhanced suspension that provide customers with a confident driving experience. Inside, an all-new passenger environment offers more front and rear legroom, generous storage and smartphone-influenced connectivity with next-generation MyLink. It’s also a quieter environment with a greater emphasis on comfort – including BOSE® active noise cancelation technology on four-cylinder models. To appeal to a wide array of customer needs, the 2014 Impala will be offered with three engine choices, including two four-cylinder powertrains and a 3.6L V-6 engine available exclusively at launch. An Ecotec 2.4L engine with eAssist, available at the end of 2013, provides an estimated 35 mpg of highway driving. The new Impala is produced at GM’s Detroit-Hamtramck, Mich., and Oshawa, Ontario facilities. Design details The 2014 Impala introduces a new aesthetic for Chevrolet’s flagship sedan, but one that honors the cues that helped distinguish the classic nameplate for decades. “Our design team was challenged to create a new classic, but that didn’t mean relying on nostalgia,” said John Cafaro, director of North America passenger car exterior design. “This is very much a contemporary car, with design elements, craftsmanship and attention to detail that complement its advanced technology and performance.” The Impala’s long, low proportion has a wind-swept profile that suggests motion, while the range of 18-, 19- and 20-inch wheels is tailored to the body to provide that “just right” stance. At the front, low-profile projector-beam headlamps – or HID headlamps and LED daytime running lamps on LTZ – sweep around the corners and frame a wide grille, while a power dome hood conveys performance. The LTZ’s LED daytime running lamps provide a contemporary visual statement, along with great visibility. Sculpted coves in the body sides add to the Impala’s design drama, with a sweeping signature cue in the rear fenders that acknowledges classic Impala designs. The “greenhouse” area is long, enhancing the sleek look of the car while maintaining excellent visibility. The deck lid appears short to complement the overall proportion, but opens to reveal a trunk with 18.8 cubic- feet (532 liters) of cargo space. Diagonal dual-signature taillamps and – on LTZ – chrome- outlined exhaust outlets complete the rear-end appearance. Exterior colors include Black, Blue Ray, Blue Topaz Metallic, Champagne Silver Metallic, Crystal Red Tintcoat, Cyber Gray, Silver Ice Metallic, Silver Topaz Metallic, Summit White, Tin Roof Rusted and White Diamond Tricoat. The 2014 Impala builds on Chevrolet’s signature dual-cockpit interior with greater attention to detail and upscale features – seen in everything from the wraparound flow of the bold instrument panel into the door panels and the available ambient lighting, to the soft feel of the materials and the premium appearance of the seats’ stitching. The instrument panel integrates a dynamic instrument cluster with a standard 4.2-inch color display with reconfigurable features for the driver information center. An eight-inch touch screen with concealed storage behind it is matched with the available Chevy MyLink system on LT and LTZ models. LS models feature cloth seats, while LT comes standard with cloth/vinyl seats. Sueded microfiber-trimmed seats are available on LT and LTZ models, which feature standard perforated leather seating. Interior color choices include Brownstone, Dark Titanium, Jet Black and Mojave. Quiet and refined The 2014 Impala’s comfort and refinement are rooted in a stronger body structure, enabling a quieter passenger environment and a greater overall feeling of quality. The stiffer architecture also enabled engineers to tune the ride and handling more precisely, for a greater feeling of control and comfort. A comprehensive package of sound-absorbing, sound-suppressing and even active noise cancelation (standard on four-cylinder models) – a first for a Chevy sedan – helps make the 2014 Impala Chevrolet’s quietest full-size sedan ever. An acoustically laminated windshield and front-door glass, along with liquid-applied sound deadener, sound-absorbing carpet and an isolated engine cradle, are some of the features that help provide a quieter driving experience. With active noise cancelation, ceiling-mounted microphones detect engine noise, the frequencies of which are processed by a computer that directs counteracting sound waves through the audio system’s speakers and subwoofer. This technology helps eliminate noise levels associated with torque converter lockup at low speeds, which provides better fuel economy. The new Impala also has a roomier, airier ambience. Thin A-pillars and a low instrument panel enhance outward visibility, while the car’s six-window “greenhouse” surrounds passengers with natural light. The seats are bolstered for greater support and the seat cushions deliver a firm, premium feel that’s equally comfortable on a 500-mile journey or a five-minute trip to the store. Standard on LT and LTZ models, the rear-seat headrests fold to improve rear visibility when there are no back-seat passengers. Premium interior materials and details such as high-quality fabric, sueded microfiber and perforated leather appointments complement the quiet environment and give the Impala a substantive look and feel. The instrument cluster has a rich look, with multidimensional gauges and a configurable color driver information center with a 4.2-inch screen. The cluster’s ice-blue lighting enhances the upscale aura of the cabin, while available chrome trim with “bleed- through” ambient lighting further enhances the cabin’s sophisticated flair. It completely transforms the trim’s appearance by illuminating it during nighttime driving. A prominent “center stack” is integrated in the instrument panel and houses the climate controls and Chevrolet MyLink, which includes navigation and Bluetooth audio streaming among many other features – and is controlled via a touch screen on an available eight-inch display. A standard audio amplifier is a feature not typical for the segment and a Bose surround-sound audio system is available – the first in a Chevrolet car. Additional available features include remote start, passive entry/exit, keyless starting, heated steering wheel, power tilting/telescoping steering column with memory, dual-zone climate control and heated and ventilated front seats. The Impala also packs great storage options, including a generous center console and a hidden storage area behind the optional motorized eight-inch color touch screen. Award-winning MyLink infotainment Chevrolet’s next-generation MyLink infotainment system, with its intuitive, smartphone-inspired interface, debuts on the new Impala – a system that has already captured the 2013 Best-of-CES Award in the Car Tech category, chosen by tech news provider CNET. In addition to icons covering everything from navigation to phone to music apps such as Pandora, Chevrolet’s next-gen MyLink is designed to accommodate new features and enhancements