Audi A4 vs. Chevrolet Impala
In comparing the Audi A4's and the Chevrolet Impala's specifications and ratings, the Audi A4 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. The Chevrolet Impala has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi A4's and the Chevrolet Impala's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Impala is a better car than the Audi A4.
Audi A4 vs. Chevrolet Impala Pricing
A used 2020 Audi A4 ranges from $24,993 to $34,992 while a used 2020 Chevrolet Impala is priced between $17,998 to $29,978.
Audi A4 vs. Chevrolet Impala Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi A4 loses 52.5 percent of its value and the Chevrolet Impala loses 51.7 percent of its value. This means the Chevrolet Impala retains 0.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi A4.
Audi A4 vs. Chevrolet Impala Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A4 is 8.8 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Impala's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Audi A4 being ranked 3 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Chevrolet Impala being ranked 4 out of 8 Best Large Cars.
Audi A4 vs. Chevrolet Impala Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A4 is 8.7 out of 10. For the Chevrolet Impala the reliability rating is 8.7 out of 10. This gives the Audi A4 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Chevrolet Impala.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi A4’s base engine makes 188 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Impala base engine makes 305 horsepower. The A4 is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 536 miles. The Impala is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 518 miles. This gives the Audi A4 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Chevrolet Impala. The A4 uses premium unleaded, and the Impala uses e85, regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Chevrolet Impala, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Audi A4 and Chevrolet Impala are comparable in regards to rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Audi A4 and the Chevrolet Impala have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
24993 - 34992
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.524505
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
17998 - 29978
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.51674
Audi A4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.799371 / 10
Reliability:
8.698115 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Chevrolet Impala Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.392351 / 10
Reliability:
8.677055 / 10
Retained Value:
6.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 31Ranking
22 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 30Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Chevrolet Impala Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 8Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel
Audi A4 Trim Levels
Premium 40 TFSI, Premium Plus 40 TFSI, Prestige 40 TFSI, quattro Premium 45 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 45 TFSI, quattro Prestige 45 TFSI
Chevrolet Impala Trim Levels
LT, Premier
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
188 hp @ 4200 rpm
Torque:
236 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
305 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
264 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.083 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
413 / 536 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 518 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
E85, Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
92.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Cargo Space:
18.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
105.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3417 lbs
Width:
79.6 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
187.5 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3681 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
58.9 inches
Length:
201.3 inches
Wheelbase:
111.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R18