Chevrolet Impala vs. Acura TLX
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chevrolet Impala and Acura TLX contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Chevrolet Impala and the Acura TLX.
In comparing the Chevrolet Impala's and the Acura TLX's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Impala has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The Acura TLX has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and resale value. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Impala's and the Acura TLX's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Impala is a better car than the Acura TLX.
Pricing: A used 2020 Chevrolet Impala ranges from $15,994 to $26,933 while a used 2020 Acura TLX is priced between $20,147 to $31,989.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Chevrolet Impala loses 51.3 percent of its value and the Acura TLX loses 47.9 percent of its value. This means the Acura TLX retains 3.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Chevrolet Impala.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Impala is 8.6 out of 10 while the Acura TLX's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Impala being ranked 4 out of 8 Best Large Cars and the Acura TLX being ranked 9 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chevrolet Impala is 8.5 out of 10. For the Acura TLX the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Impala an advantage in reliability compared to the Acura TLX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Chevrolet Impala’s base engine makes 305 horsepower, and the Acura TLX base engine makes 206 horsepower. The Impala is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 518 miles. The TLX is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 568 miles. This gives the Acura TLX the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Chevrolet Impala. The Impala uses e85, regular unleaded, and the TLX uses premium 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 head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Chevrolet Impala and the Acura TLX have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$31,620
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large Cars)
$37,104
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large Cars)
$29,995 - $59,900
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$33,000
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$63,037
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$25,370 - $130,000
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$21,153
Price Range:
$15,994 - $26,933
Category Avg Price:
(Large Cars)
$26,935
Category Avg Price Range:
(Large Cars)
$21,153 - $34,168
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
107
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
81,092
# Good or Great Deals:
34
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$25,380
Price Range:
$20,147 - $31,989
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$44,278
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$23,996 - $77,843
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
186
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
55,601
# Good or Great Deals:
64
Chevrolet Impala Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura TLX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Impala
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
5.5
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Large Cars)
6.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Large Cars)
5.5 - 11
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
3.3%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Acura TLX
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
7
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
7.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
4 - 10.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
5.8%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Large Cars)
2.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Large Cars)
1.1 - 4.3
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
7.4
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
0.6 - 32.7
Chevrolet Impala Rankings
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8 out of / 8Acura TLX Rankings
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3 out of / 20Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
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27 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Chevrolet Impala Trim Levels
LT, Premier
Acura TLX Trim Levels
Base, SH-AWD V6, SH-AWD V6 PMC Edition, SH-AWD V6 w/Advance, SH-AWD V6 w/Tech, SH-AWD V6 w/Tech w/A-SPEC, V6, V6 w/Tech, V6 w/Tech w/A-SPEC, w/Tech, w/Tech w/A-SPEC
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
305 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
264 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.083 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
206 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
182 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 33 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 568 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Cargo Space:
14.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.3 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3505 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
57 inches
Length:
190.7 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/55R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Red
Cajun Red Tintcoat
Silver
Silver Ice Metallic
White
Iridescent Pearl Tricoat / Summit White
Blue
Not available
Gray
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Majestic Black Pearl
Red
Performance Red Pearl
Silver
Lunar Silver Metallic
White
Platinum White Pearl
Blue
Fathom Blue Pearl
Gray
Modern Steel Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black
Beige
Not available
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Ebony
Beige
Parchment
Gray
Graystone