2006 Chevrolet Impala LT 3.5L
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- Photo: 2011 Chevrolet Impala LT, Front Left, 08-15-2021 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2011 Chevrolet Impala LT in Gold Mist metallic, rear right by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 50th anniv impala by Mopar89, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2006 Chevrolet Impala LT 3.5L is a 211-hp 3.5-liter V6 with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $20,830 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.
It makes 211 horsepower at 5,900 rpm and 214 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 31 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).
The Impala measures 200.4 inches long on a 110.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,637 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $20,830 ($33,580 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.5L V6 (LZE), Flex-Fuel |
| Displacement | 3.5 L |
| Horsepower | 211 hp @ 5,900 rpm |
| Torque | 214 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| 1st Gear | 2.92 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.56 |
| 3rd Gear | 1 |
| 4th Gear | 0.7 |
| Reverse | 2.38 |
| Final Drive | 2.86 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 21 MPG |
| Highway | 31 MPG |
| Combined | 20 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded (Flex-Fuel, E85 capable) |
| Tank Capacity | 17 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent, MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Independent, Tri-Link |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 1.18 in |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 0.63 in |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 11.9 x 1.2 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | 10.9 x 0.4 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16 x 6.5-inch |
| Wheels Rear | 16 x 6.5-inch |
| Tires Front | P225/60R16 |
| Tires Rear | P225/60R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 200.4 in |
| Width | 72.9 in |
| Height | 58.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,637 lbs |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2006 Chevrolet Impala 4-DR w/SAB: overall not rated
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Chevrolet IMPALA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jun 23, 2014 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne, 2000-2005 Cadillac DeVille, 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS, 2006-2014 Chevrolet Impala, and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Consequence: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, a key knocked out of the run position will cause loss of engine power, power steering, and power braking, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 23, 2014. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), and 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet). GM's number for this recall is 14299.
NHTSA campaign 14V355000
Feb 17, 2009 · STEERING
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
Consequence: A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-2492 AND PRESS 5.
NHTSA campaign 09E005000
544 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2006 Chevrolet IMPALA
Owner Complaints
544 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2006 Chevrolet IMPALA (59 mention a crash, 22 a fire, 38 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Steering | 135 |
| Electrical System | 130 |
| Power Train | 111 |
| Engine | 59 |
| Air Bags | 48 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 41 |
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 2006 CHEVROLET IMPALA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.