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Specifications
2008 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sdn LS
Brake Type:
Pwr
Brake ABS System:
4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or No):
Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or No):
Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in):
11.9 x 1.18
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in):
11.0 x 0.43
Trunk Volume (ft³):
18.6
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts):
11.7
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary):
600
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps):
125
Engine Order Code:
LZ4
Engine Order Code:
LZE
Engine Type:
Gas V6
Engine Type:
Gas/Ethanol V6
Displacement:
3.5L/214
Fuel System:
SFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM:
211 @ 5800
SAE Net Torque @ RPM:
214 @ 4000
Wheelbase (in):
110.5
Length, Overall (in):
200.4
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in):
72.9
Height, Overall (in):
58.7
Tread Width, Front (in):
62.4
Tread Width, Rear (in):
61.5
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal):
17
Passenger Capacity:
6
Passenger Capacity:
5
Passenger Volume (ft³):
104.5
Front Head Room (in):
39.4
Front Leg Room (in):
42.3
Front Shoulder Room (in):
58.7
Front Hip Room (in):
56.4
Second Head Room (in):
37.8
Second Leg Room (in):
37.6
Second Shoulder Room (in):
58.6
Second Hip Room (in):
57.2
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG):
18
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG):
29
Steering Type:
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall:
13.3
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering):
2.4
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft):
38
Vehicle Name:
Impala
Body Style:
4 Door Sedan LS
Suspension Type - Front:
MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear:
Tri-Link
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.):
Touring
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.):
Touring
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in):
1.18
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in):
0.63
Front Tire Order Code:
QPX
Rear Tire Order Code:
QPX
Front Tire Size:
P225/60R16
Rear Tire Size:
P225/60R16
Spare Tire Size:
Compact
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
1000
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
100
Drivetrain:
Front Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code:
MX0
Trans Type:
4
Trans Description Cont.:
Automatic w/OD
First Gear Ratio (:1):
2.92
Second Gear Ratio (:1):
1.56
Third Gear Ratio (:1):
1.00
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1):
0.70
Reverse Ratio (:1):
2.38
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1):
2.86
EPA Classification:
Large
Base Curb Weight (lbs):
3555
Front Wheel Size (in):
16 x 6.5
Rear Wheel Size (in):
16 x 6.5
Spare Wheel Size (in):
Compact
Front Wheel Material:
Steel
Rear Wheel Material:
Steel
Spare Wheel Material:
Steel
Interior Features
2008 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sdn LS
Seats, front bucket with Cloth, 40/40
Applique, woodgrain on instrument panel and door
Cloth seat trim
Seat adjuster, driver manual lumbar control
Seat adjuster, driver 6-way power
Seat, rear fixed bench
Steering column, Tilt-Wheel
Steering wheel, urethane
Shifter, floor console
Instrumentation, analog 4-gauge cluster with speedometer, tachometer, coolant temperature, fuel, trip odometer and Driver Information Center
Tire Pressure Monitor
Oil life monitoring system
Windows, power with driver Express-Down and passenger lockout
Door locks, power programmable with lockout protection and enhanced safety
Remote Keyless Entry
Cruise control, electronic with set and resume speed
Trunk release, remote
Theft-deterrent system, vehicle, PASSlock
Audio system feature, 6-speaker system
XM Satellite Radio. With a wide variety of programming, XM has something to excite any driver. Whether you want to be entertained or informed, to laugh, think, or sing, XM has the perfect channel for you - coast-to-coast, and in digital-quality sound. 3 trial months - no obligation (Available in the 48 contiguous United States. Required $12.95 monthly subscription sold separately after 3 trial months. All fees and programming subject to change. Subscription subject to customer agreement. For more information, visit gm.xmradio.com.)
Antenna, integral rear
Air conditioning, single zone manual with air filtration system
Defogger, rear-window electric
Mirror, inside rearview manual day/night
Visors, driver and front passenger vanity mirrors, covered
Assist handles, front passenger and rear outboard
Lighting, interior with center-mounted dome and rear reading lights
Exterior Features
2008 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sdn LS
Wheels, 16" (40.6 cm) steel with deluxe bolt-on wheel covers
Tires, P225/60R16 all-season, blackwall
Tire, compact spare
Moldings, body-color rocker
Headlamps, halogen composite with automatic exterior lamp control
Daytime Running Lamps
Mirrors, outside power-adjustable, body-color
Glass, Solar-Ray light-tinted
Wipers, front intermittent
Mechanical Features
2008 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sdn LS
Engine, 3.5L V6 SFI (E85), includes (E85) FlexFuel (gas ethanol) capability, uses gasoline or E85 fuel (211 hp [157.3 kW] @ 5800 rpm, 214 lb-ft of torque [288.9 N-m] @ 4000 rpm) (Included and only available with (FE9) Federal emissions requirements.)
Transmission, 4-speed automatic electronically controlled with overdrive
Axle, 2.86 ratio
Front wheel drive
Battery, maintenance-free with rundown protection and retained accessory power (600 CCA.)
Alternator, 125 amps
Suspension, 4-wheel independent, Touring
Steering, power, rack-and-pinion
Brakes, 4-wheel disc
Exhaust, single stainless-steel
Safety Features
2008 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sdn LS
Air bags, dual-stage frontal, driver and right-front passenger and head curtain side-impact, front and rear outboard seating positions (Head curtain side air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of head and neck injuries to front and rear seat occupants on the near side of certain side-impact collisions. Always use safety belts and the correct child restraints for your childs age and size, even in vehicles equipped with air bags. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat. See the vehicles Owners Manual and child safety seat instructions for more safety information.)
Door locks, rear child security
Trunk emergency release handle
LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Top tethers for CHildren), for child safety seats
OnStar, 1-year of Safe and Sound plan. Includes Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment, Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance, Emergency Services, Roadside Assistance, Remote Door Unlock, OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics, Hands-Free Calling, AccidentAssist and Remote Horn & Lights (OnStar services require vehicle electrical system (including battery), wireless service and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating for features to function properly. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance and Remote Door Unlock success varies with conditions. OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics available on most 2004 MY and newer GM vehicles. Diagnostic capability varies by model. Visit onstar.com or call 1-888-466-7827 for system limitations and details. Not available with a ship-to of Puerto Rico or the Virgin Islands.)
Safety Ratings
2008 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sdn LS