Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Chevrolet Impala | Mini Hardtop | |
Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.5 in | 97.1 in | 13.4 in |
Length | 200.4 in | 145.6 in | 54.8 in |
Width | 72.9 in | 66.3 in | 6.6 in |
Height | 58.7 in | 55.4 in | 3.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3790 lb. | 2679 lb. | 1111 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.5 gal. | 10.6 gal. | 6.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.8 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 50.3 in | 8.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 0.0 in | 56.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.4 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.6 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.6 in | 44.7 in | 13.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 0.0 in | 57.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 29.9 in | 7.7 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 8.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.6 ft3 | 5.7 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.6 ft3 | 24.0 ft3 | -5.4 ft3 |
2008 Chevrolet Impala Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 233-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Good support for legs and back. Seat adjusts to fit most people. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Wide open... see full Chevrolet Impala review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Perhaps the largest rear seat in a sedan. Can squeeze three normal adults. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Large seat for my large seat, very good lumbar support, good power adjustments. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 233-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very easy to get in and out of this car. Front seat is roomy and fairly comfortable. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
2008 Chevrolet Impala Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Large trunk space seems to sacrifise rear seat area. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 233-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
When the drivers seat is all the way back there is little rear seat legroom for tall folks. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Not enough leg room. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
2012 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat room is extremely limited but it's a Mini...not a mini van! see full Mini Hardtop review |
2012 | 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
We're tall and have room to spare. see full Mini Hardtop review |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Small children, petite women and Hobbits may sit in the back on short trips. Otherwise, forget it. It's a MINI! see full Mini Hardtop review |