Chevrolet Impala vs. Chevrolet Nova
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chevrolet Impala and Chevrolet Nova 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 Chevrolet Nova.
When comparing the Chevrolet Impala's and the Chevrolet Nova's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Impala has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Chevrolet Nova has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Impala's and the Chevrolet Nova's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Chevrolet Impala’s base engine makes 130 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Nova base engine makes 74 horsepower. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Chevrolet Impala and Chevrolet Nova are comparable in regards to front leg room.
Safety Ratings: The Chevrolet Impala has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
9994
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large Cars)
11844
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large Cars)
9994 - 13694
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
7488
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Used Car Pricing
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
88126
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
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Chevrolet Impala Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Chevrolet Nova Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Impala
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
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iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Nova
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Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
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Chevrolet Impala Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
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4 out of / 7Ranking
4 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 7Ranking
6 out of / 7Ranking
6 out of / 7Chevrolet Nova Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Chevrolet Impala Trim Levels
Base
Chevrolet Nova Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
Warranty, Powertrain:
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
Warranty, Powertrain:
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Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
130 hp @ 3600 rpm
Torque:
210 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.037 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
74 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
86 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.034 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 34 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
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 Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
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 Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Rear Head Room:
36 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3508 lbs
Width:
75 inches
Height:
56 inches
Length:
212 inches
Wheelbase:
115.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2207 lbs
Width:
64 inches
Height:
52 inches
Length:
166 inches
Wheelbase:
95.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
13.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
Not yet available
