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1994 Chevrolet Impala SS

The 1994 Chevrolet Impala SS is a 260-hp 5.7-liter V8 with a 4-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $22,495 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.

It makes 260 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 330 lb-ft of torque at 3200 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).

The Impala measures 214.1 inches long on a 115.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,218 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$22,495 ($49,331 *)
Engine
Engine Type5.7L (350 cid) LT1 OHV V8
Displacement5.7 L
Horsepower260 hp @ 5,000 rpm
Torque330 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRear-wheel drive
Differential TypeLimited-slip, standard
Transmission
Transmission4-speed automatic (4L60-E, electronically controlled)
Final Drive3.08
Fuel Economy
City15 MPG
Highway23 MPG
Combined18 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded
Tank Capacity23 gal
Brakes
Front Brake DiscYes (4-wheel disc, standard)
Rear Brake DiscYes (4-wheel disc, standard)
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17 in, aluminum alloy
Wheels Rear17 in, aluminum alloy
Dimensions & Weight
Length214.1 in
Width77 in
Height55.7 in
Wheelbase115.9 in
Curb Weight4,218 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.2 in
Headroom Rear37.9 in
Legroom Front42.2 in
Legroom Rear39.5 in
Shoulder Room Front63.4 in
Shoulder Room Rear63.4 in
Hip Room Front57 in
Hip Room Rear57 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1994 Chevrolet IMPALA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Mar 23, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING

CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.

NHTSA campaign 06E026000

15 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1994 Chevrolet IMPALA

Owner Complaints

15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1994 Chevrolet IMPALA (1 mention a crash). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System5
Fuel System4
Gasoline4
Vehicle Speed Control3
Engine And Engine Cooling2
Air Bags1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Mar 9, 2009 · Electrical System
“INSTRUMENT PANEL KEEPS GOING OUT (SPEEDOMETER,TACH,GAS,HEAT) READS 150 MPH WHILE I AM AT A COMPLETE STOP. I HAVE TO TURN OFF THE ENGINE AND TURN THE KEY ON AND OFF TILL IT COMES BACK DOWN. AND EVEN…”
Oct 6, 2008 · Electrical System
“SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER ACT ERRATICALLY AT TIMES WITH NO WARNING NOR SYMPTOMS. *TR”
Jun 1, 2004 · Fuel System, Gasoline
“CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT THE CONNECTOR FOR THE FUEL PUMP. VEHICLE WAS EQUIPPED WITH A HARNESS TO THE FUEL PUMP WHICH BURNT. THE WIRES BECAME HOT AND MELTED THE PLASTIC INSULATION, CAUSING THE PUMP…”
Jul 10, 2002 · Vehicle Speed Control Crash
“VEHICLE ACCELERATED SUDDENLY, CAUSING A COLLISION. DEALER WILL BE CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK”
Mar 6, 2001 · Fuel System, Gasoline
“WINDSHIELD WIRES INSIDE FUEL TANK THAT MAKES PUMP WORK, HAS SOME WIRES IN IT THAT BURN OUT WHILE VEHICLE IS RUNNING. CHEVROLET HAS NOT BEEN CONTACTED.*AK”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1994 CHEVROLET IMPALA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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