Chevrolet Impala

The Chevrolet Impala is a full-size automobile built by Chevrolet from 1958 to 1985, 1994 to 1996, and 2000 to 2020.

The Chevrolet Impala is a full-size automobile built by Chevrolet from 1958 to 1985, 1994 to 1996, and 2000 to 2020. It began as a top-line Chevrolet model and later became one of the brand’s best-known full-size sedans, with a long run in the U.S. market.

History

The Impala name first appeared on a Chevrolet concept car shown at the 1956 GM Motorama. The production model debuted for the 1958 model year as a high-end version of the Bel Air. It evolved from a premium full-size Chevrolet into a long-running mainstream sedan, with notable gaps in production and later revivals.

Model generations

The Impala had multiple generations, including its original 1958–1985 run, a short 1994–1996 revival as the Impala SS, and a 2000–2020 sedan era. The model was reintroduced as a front-wheel-drive sedan in 2000. The final redesign for 2014 modernized the car before production ended after the 2020 model year.

Market position

At different points, the Impala was among Chevrolet’s most important passenger cars and one of the better-selling American-made automobiles. It was considered a flagship passenger car and one of Chevrolet’s best-selling nameplates. It was also one of the best-known full-size sedans in the United States.

Cultural significance

The Impala became a widely recognized American car nameplate and was associated with performance, comfort, and large-sedan styling. Chevrolet has described it as an iconic model with a long cultural footprint. The Impala was also sold in Canada and is familiar to Canadian readers as a longstanding full-size GM nameplate.