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BMW 320i vs Chevrolet Impala

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2018 BMW 320i

Overview

SpecBMW 320i320iChevrolet ImpalaLT
Selected trim320iLT
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainrear wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)flex-fuel (unleaded/E85)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasflex-fuel (FFV)
Model year20182020

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 320i320iChevrolet ImpalaLT
MSRP$34,900$31,620 (best)
Lowest listing price$4,995 (best)
Median listing price$8,027 (best)
Highest listing price$16,985 (best)
For sale now04 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 320i320iChevrolet ImpalaLT
Combined MPG28 MPG (best)22 MPG
City MPG24 MPG (best)18 MPG
Highway MPG35 MPG (best)28 MPG
Fuel tank15.8 gal18.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW 320i320iChevrolet ImpalaLT
Horsepower180 hp305 hp (best)
Torque200 lb-ft264 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L3.6 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecBMW 320i320iChevrolet ImpalaLT
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume13 cu ft18.8 cu ft (best)
Curb weight3,370 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.5 in (best)
Wheelbase110.6 in111.7 in (best)
Length182.8 in201.3 in (best)
Width71.3 in73 in (best)
Height56.3 in58.9 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 320i320iChevrolet ImpalaLT
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimBMW 320iChevrolet Impala
1

320i

$34,900 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LT

$31,620 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premier

$36,720 MSRP

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BMW 320i vs Chevrolet Impala FAQ

Which is better: 2018 BMW 320i or 2020 Chevrolet Impala?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2018 BMW 320i vs 2020 Chevrolet Impala on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2018 BMW 320i or 2020 Chevrolet Impala?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2020 Chevrolet Impala starts lower at $31,620. Live Chevrolet Impala listings start at $4,995.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2018 BMW 320i or 2020 Chevrolet Impala?
The 2020 Chevrolet Impala leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (31,620).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2018 BMW 320i or 2020 Chevrolet Impala?
The 2018 BMW 320i leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (28).
Which has better horsepower: 2018 BMW 320i or 2020 Chevrolet Impala?
The 2020 Chevrolet Impala leads on horsepower in this comparison (305).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2018 BMW 320i vs 2020 Chevrolet Impala?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chevrolet Impala (5/5 NHTSA overall).