2014 Chevrolet Impala is going to be equipped with full-speed-range adaptive cruise control. This new feature will considerably decrease the number of repeated stops and starts during every day driving.
In fact, this 2014 Impala is the first Chevrolet vehicle which will offer this technology. The latter addresses the continuous task of braking and accelerating via a cruise control system that in turn allows the driver to maintain a driver-selected following gap with the vehicle ahead.
This full-speed-range adaptive cruise control system utilizes forward-looking radar, which allows the driver to choose the three gaps at which to follow the car ahead. These gaps are adaptable to the selected cruise speed. Therefore is ensured a larger distance between the cars at a higher cruise speed. In addition, the system automatically accelerates and stops the vehicle up to moderate levels in order to maintain the chosen gap.
Furthermore, the Adaptive Cruise Control still needs driver’s full attention to the road condition, because when needed he or she can override the system and manually accelerates or stop. This new technology addition to the Impala can dramatically decrease the workload and stress associated with the everyday task of car following.
Two other features include in the car, will provide help in order to avoid or reduce the damage caused by crashes. The firs one is Forward Collision Alert, which signals when the driver is approaching a vehicle in front of them too quickly or if they are following much too closely.
The second is the Crash Imminent Braking that is offered with the ACC package and can intervene to automatically apply the brakes. Other available features on the Impala include Lane Departure Warning, Side Blind Zone Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Rear Vision Camera, and Ultrasonic Rear Part Assist.
2014 Chevrolet Malibu will be going on sale this autumn and will be equipped with fuel-saving stop/start technology. The latter will be standard on the 2.5L base model. Thanks to it the Malibu shows an EPA-estimated 25 city and 36 highway mpg fuel economy.
This means that the stop/start technology will improve the fuel efficiency of this Chevrolet model by automatically shutting off the engine when the car comes to a stop. The engine automatically restarts when the driver takes their foot off the brake.
An auxiliary 12-volt battery is utilized during restarts in order to power electric accessories like the heating and air conditioning, power windows and radio. In addition, the same technology monitors car’s speed, climate control system and also determines whether it is efficient to shut off the engine in certain driving conditions.
Furthermore, a valve-actuation technology which is familiar as Intake Valve Lift Control is incorporated into Malibu’s 2.5L engine. This system also improves the fuel efficiency and operates in low-lift mode. This means that the engine pumps only the air it needs to meet the driver’s demand.
When it is in high-lift mode in cases of higher speeds or under heavy loads, it delivers the full output of the engine. What is more, the variable intake valve actuation also helps lower emissions.
The engine is coupled with a six-speed 6T45 transmission that includes refinements in order to minimize the energy required to pump transmission fluid and also contributes towards additional fuel economy savings.
The additional new features on the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu include a revised front-end appearance, roomier rear seat with 1.25 inches (31.7 mm) more knee room, redesigned center console, suspension enhancements, Side Blind Zone Alert and Rear Cross Traffic Alert safety features as an option.
The new Malibu will be available in three grades: LS, LT and LTZ. The base model will be equipped with 2.5L engine powertrain and it will have a starting price of US $22 965 for the LS, US $24 335 for the 1LT, US $26 040 for the 2LT and US $28 515 for the top LTZ trim.
2014 Chevrolet Impala was revealed almost a year ago and now it comes with an announced pricing for the US market. The flagship sedan began driving off the line at Oshawa Assembly today and it is on its way to Chevrolet’s showrooms which will be available later this month. In addition, it has also been announced that the Impala will be manufactured at General Motors’ Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly Plant and the production will begin in May.
More importantly, the model includes several new features such as Adaptive Cruise Control and crash-avoidance technologies like Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Side Blind Zone Alert, and ten standard airbags.
In addition, company’s latest MyLink radio debuts in the 2014 Impala. This entertainment system features a customizable eight-inch color display screen and adopts natural voice recognition – which is the first to be met in a Chevy.
Three direct-injection engine choices will be available: a 3.6L V-6, a newly designed 2.5L four-cylinder and a 2.4L four-cylinder with fuel-saving eAssist technology. The latter is estimated to deliver up to 35 mpg on highway driving. All of the above mentioned engines are matched to a six-speed automatic transmission.
The starting price of 2014 Chevrolet Impala begins at $27,535, including destination.
Chevrolet’s flagship sedan – the 2014 Chevrolet Impala is set to go on sale next year’s spring. Being America’s best-selling sedan in 2011, the upgraded model shows off new sophisticated design features, more technology and safety equipment, ad at the same time keeps current strengths such as spaciousness and comfort.
A technology highlight here is the latest MyLink radio. The in-vehicle entertainment system adds an eight-inch color display screen which is entirely customizable. The system also adopts natural voice recognition.
Other new features in the 2014 Impala are the Adaptive Cruise Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Side Blind Zone Alert. For the safety of the occupants, there are added ten standard airbags.
Furthermore, three direct-injection engine choices will be available: a 3.6L V-6, a 2.5L four-cylinder and a 2.4L four-cylinder with fuel-saving eAssist technology that is estimated to deliver 35 mpg. Here all of them will be mated to a six-speed automatic transmission.
The trim line will include three levels – the LS, LT and LTZ. The starting price of the new 2014 Chevrolet Impala is $27 535.
Chevrolet has just introduced their new model 2014 Chevrolet Impala, which offers new look at the iconic sedan and delivers expressive style, fine interior, innovative technologies and exciting driving experience.
The new model will go on sale in early 2013. And although it is designed on already familiar, but yet award-winning global platform, 2014 Impala is to introduce new levels of comfort, refinement and technology.
As one can effortlessly see, there is an all-new exterior design, which represents the new direction of Chevrolet’s design philosophy. The car features sleek proportion, sculpted body sides, standard 18-inch wheels and projector-beam headlamps, with HID headlamps and LED daytime running lamps standard on LTZ models.
Furthermore, there is a range of three direct-injected engines offered: the well known 3.6L V-6 engine, the new 2.5L four-cylinder one and a 2.4L four-cylinder with eAssist. The latter delivers enhanced performance and efficiency.
How about the interior of the 2014 Impala: of course it can not be other than absolutely modified one. It now has flowing design and integrated center stack that incorporates an available eight-inch touch screen display with available Chevrolet MyLink.
In fact, Chevrolet MyLink technology includes Bluetooth audio streaming and available navigation among many other features.
Chevrolet Impala (2014)
In terms of safety standards, in the vehicle are featured active safety equipment with 10 standard air bags and OnStar, full-speed-range adaptive cruise control, collision mitigation braking, forward collision alert, lane departure warning, side blind zone alert, rear cross traffic alert, rear camera and rear-park assist.
To go even further into details, the new Impala has long, low proportion wind-swept profile. It can be equipped with range of 18-, 19- or 20-inch wheels. Observed from the front, one easily sees the low-profile projector-beam headlamps – or HID headlamps and LED daytime running lamps on LTZ. They sweep around the corners and frame a wide grille.
The 2014 Chevrolet Impala is built on the brands emblematic dual-cockpit interior. As you can view on the pictures below, the designer have put a greater attention to the details. In addition, they have included upscale features.
The new 2014 Impala is obviously all about comfort and refinement. This is due to the stronger body structure, designed to foster a quieter passenger environment and an enhanced feeling of quality. The stiffer architecture also offers refined ride and handling, which results bigger feeling of control and comfort.
In addition to all this, there is featured a comprehensive package of sound-absorbing, sound-suppressing which makes the 2014 Impala Chevrolet’s quietest full-size sedan.
Of course, there is no second thought that in the interior is included anything else but premium materials such as high-quality fabric, Ultrasuede and perforated leather appointments. For instance, the seats are bolstered for greater support and the rear-seat head restraints fold to improve rear visibility.
Chevrolet Impala Interior (2014)
Moreover, the new 2014 Impala offers employs advanced technologies in terms of safety and security:
Full-speed-range adaptive cruise control, which uses radar technology and senses traffic in front of the Impala to adjust the vehicle speed, including stopping the vehicle in heavy traffic and accelerating again;
Collision mitigation braking, which is again a radar technology detecting a possible crash threat and alerts the driver. If the driver does not appear to react quickly enough or doesn’t react at all, this feature intervenes and applies the brakes in an effort to avoid the crash;
Forward collision alert is a camera technology, which detects a possible crash threat and alerts the driver, giving him or her time to stop and/or change course;
Lane departure warning is again camera-based lane detection system that warns the driver of impending lane changes.
Side blind zone alert is using radar sensors on both sides of the vehicle, and “looks” for other vehicles in the blind zone areas of the Impala and indicates their presence with LED-lit symbols in the outside mirrors.
Rear cross traffic alert, which is based on the radar sensors of side blind zone alert, and warns the driver of vehicles in traffic when backing out of a parking spot – including angled parking.
What has to be additionally mentioned is that the Impala is being offered with three powertrains, which all feature fuel-saving direct injection and lightweight components.
For instance, the Impala’s Ecotec 2.4L engine works with the eAssist system and delivers electrical assist in certain conditions to help save fuel. It is estimated at 182 horsepower (134 kW) and is expected to achieve 35 mpg on the highway.
Secondly, the Ecotec 2.5L is part of a new family of four-cylinder engines and is developed with increased efficiency and greater refinement. It is estimated at195 horsepower (145 kW).
Thirdly, the Output for the 3.6L V-6 is estimated at 303 horsepower (226 kW).
All of Impala’s engines are mated to six-speed automatic transmissions.
The powertrains are the reason for the Impala’s responsive driving experienceIn addition, a MacPherson-strut front suspension and four-link rear suspension underpin the Impala, with an isolated front cradle and hydraulic ride bushing that help deliver a smoother, quieter ride. All models that are being offered include an electric variable-assist steering system thank to which the car is more fuel efficient.
The 2014 Impala will be offered in LS, LT and LTZ models.
2014 Chevrolet Impala Specifications
Overview
Model:
2014 Chevrolet Impala
Body style / driveline:
front-drive, front-engine, four-door, five- passenger sedan
EPA vehicle class:
full-size
Manufacturing location:
Detroit-Hamtramck, Mich.; Oshawa, Ontario
Key competitors:
Dodge Charger, Ford Taurus, Nissan Maxima, Toyota Avalon, Hyundai Azera
Powertrain
Type:
Ecotec 2.4L DOHC I-4 w/ eAssist
Ecotec 2.5L DOHC I-4
3.6L V-6 VVT DI
Displacement (cu in / cc):
145.4 / 2384
150 / 2457
217 / 3564
Fuel delivery:
direct injection
direct injection
direct injection
Horsepower (hp / kW @ rpm):
182 / 134 @ 6200 (est.)
195 / 145 (est.)
303 / 226 @ 6800 (est.)
Torque (lb.-ft. / Nm @ rpm):
172 / 233 @ 4900 (est.)
187 / 253 (est.)
264 / 358 @ 5300 (est.)
Recommended fuel:
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
Transmission:
six-speed automatic
six-speed automatic
six-speed automatic
Chassis
Suspension (front):
MacPherson strut
Suspension (rear):
multi-link with coil springs and stabilizer bar
Steering type:
electric variable-assist rack-and-pinion
Turning circle (ft / m):
38.8 / 11.75
Brakes
split, dual-circuit four-wheel-disc with power assist
Wheel size and type:
18-inch steel and aluminum, 19-inch aluminum, 20-inch aluminum
The all-new 2014 Chevrolet Impala full-size sedan will debut at this year’s New York International Auto Show which is going to take place next month. Chevrolet is also going to exhibit a transformed version of the 2013 Cehvrolet Traverse crossover utility vehicle. The only information that we have about those models are these two exclusively released teaser pictures, showing just a little peace of the vehicles. The new Impala model will further empower Chevrolet’s passenger car lineup by offering consumers a full-size sedan. In fact, Impala has been one of Chevrolet’s best-selling models since 1958. The all-new version of the Impala builds on that heritage.
On the other hand the refreshed 2013 Chevrolet Traverse was designed to deliver to families a new gathering space. It includes elements of style and refinement both inside and outside. It is also going to offer new and industry-exclusive safety features. Moreover Traverse model is among the safest vehicles on the road today. In this 2013 model, Chevrolet has added to the Traverse industry’s first front center air bag, which is engineered to protect drivers and front passengers in far-side impact crashes. What basically happens is that the air bag deploys in milliseconds and inflates between the driver and front passenger, providing added protection for both front occupants. Furthermore, the new edition of the crossover offers a wide variety of improvements in terms of ride and handling, interior materials and exterior styling.
2014 Chevrolet Impala is going to be equipped with full-speed-range adaptive cruise control. This new feature will considerably decrease the number of repeated stops and starts during every day driving.
2014 Chevrolet Malibu will be going on sale this autumn and will be equipped with fuel-saving stop/start technology. The latter will be standard on the 2.5L base model. Thanks to it the Malibu shows an EPA-estimated 25 city and 36 highway mpg fuel economy.
