Model year guide

2018 Chevrolet Impala

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Chevrolet Impala is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 13 on record.

2018 Chevrolet Impala — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2018 Chevrolet Impala at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints58
Combined23 mpg
Typical price$19,411

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2018 Chevrolet Impala recalls 1

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper NHTSA Campaign #18V576000 · 30/08/2018

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer serv…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2018 Chevrolet Impala common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 58 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Seats
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2018 Chevrolet Impala MPG & running costs

Combined23 mpg
City20 mpg
Highway29 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,683

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2018 Chevrolet Impala worth?

Low
$14,900
Typical price
$19,411
High
$22,998

From 11 comparable 2018 Chevrolet Impala listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2018 Chevrolet Impala costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,415
Depreciation (5 yrs)$9,350
Total$22,765
Per mile$0.30

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($19,411) with the same model 5 model-years older ($10,069), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2018 Chevrolet Impala trims & engines on record

Trims
LT (1LT) · Premier (2LZ) · LS (1LS) · LS (1FL)
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl · 2.5L 4-cyl

2018 Chevrolet Impala vehicles on record

2018 Chevrolet Impala 2018 Chevrolet Impala LT (1LT)2G1105S3XJ9121918 2018 Chevrolet Impala 2018 Chevrolet Impala Premier (2LZ)1G1125S37JU104541 2018 Chevrolet Impala 2018 Chevrolet Impala Premier (2LZ)1G1125S38JU133773 2018 Chevrolet Impala 2018 Chevrolet Impala LT (1LT)2G1105S30J9172876 2018 Chevrolet Impala 2018 Chevrolet Impala Premier (2LZ)2G1125S37J9108442 2018 Chevrolet Impala LS (1LS)2G11Z5SA1J9158344 2018 Chevrolet Impala LT (1LT)2G1105S33J9141069 2018 Chevrolet Impala Premier (2LZ)2G1125S34J9146579 2018 Chevrolet Impala LS (1LS)2G11Z5S30J9121769 2018 Chevrolet Impala LS (1FL)1G11X5S38JU133127 2018 Chevrolet Impala LT (1LT)1G1105S36JU124401 2018 Chevrolet Impala 2018 Chevrolet Impala LT (1LT)2G1105S39J9116953 2018 Chevrolet Impala Premier (2LZ)2G1125S39J9118342

Other Chevrolet Impala model years

2020 2019 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1996 1995

2018 Chevrolet Impala — frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Chevrolet Impala have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2018 Chevrolet Impala. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Chevrolet Impala?

Based on 58 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, steering, air bags.

What gas mileage does the 2018 Chevrolet Impala get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2018 Chevrolet Impala at about 23 mpg combined (20 city / 29 highway).

How much is a 2018 Chevrolet Impala worth?

Comparable 2018 Chevrolet Impala listings run roughly $14,900–$22,998, typically around $19,411 (from 11 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.