The Chevrolet Impala Base for 2001
Posted: July 12, 2009 in 2001, Chevrolet, Impala | Tags: 4-Door, Base, Chevrolet Impala, Sedan, United States market
The restyled Impala Base is equipped with a 3.4-liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 12 valves. The Chevrolet engine is mated to a General Motors four-speed transaxle. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 2000 version.
The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Impala uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.
Vehicle Statistics
The dimensions of the Impala Base are 73.00 inches wide by 200.00 inches long. It sits 57.30 inches off the ground. It seats a standard six passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 110.50 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
A powertrain guarantee is provided (36,000 miles/36 months), and a 36,000 mile, 36 month guarantee also comes with the Chevrolet Impala. This is standard for the price range.
The listed retail price in 2001 (MSRP) was $19,269, with a dealer invoice cost of $17,631. This price is on target the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.
Fuel Efficiency
The fuel system for the 2001 Impala is a SFI system, running on gasoline . The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The 17.00-gallon tank provides the fuel storage for longer trips.
The Impala Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of twenty in-city driving and 29 - 32 when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was exceptional.
What We Think of the Chevrolet Impala
The 2001 model year was telling year for the Chevrolet Impala. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.
