2020 Chevrolet Impala problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2020 Chevrolet Impala get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2020 Chevrolet Impala at about 22 mpg combined (19 city / 28 highway).

2020 Chevrolet Impala at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints14

Combined22 mpg

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2020 Chevrolet Impala recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2020 Chevrolet Impala.

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.

2020 Chevrolet Impala common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Steering

Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

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.

Seat Belts

Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

2020 Chevrolet Impala MPG & running costs

Combined22 mpg

City19 mpg

Highway28 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,800

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

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2020 Chevrolet Impala costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,000

Fuel only$14,000

Per mile$0.19

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.