Buick Century vs Chevrolet Impala
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2020 Chevrolet Impala
Overview
| Spec | Buick CenturyStandard | Chevrolet ImpalaLT |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Standard | LT |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | flex-fuel (unleaded/E85) |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | flex-fuel (FFV) |
| Model year | 2005 | 2020 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Buick CenturyStandard | Chevrolet ImpalaLT |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $22,040 (best) | $31,620 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Buick CenturyStandard | Chevrolet ImpalaLT |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 18 MPG | 18 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG | 28 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 17 gal | 18.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Buick CenturyStandard | Chevrolet ImpalaLT |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 175 hp | 305 hp (best) |
| Torque | 195 lb-ft | 264 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.1 L | 3.6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Buick CenturyStandard | Chevrolet ImpalaLT |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 6 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 16.7 cu ft | 18.8 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 1,000 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,342 lbs (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 109 in | 111.7 in (best) |
| Length | 194.6 in | 201.3 in (best) |
| Width | 72.7 in | 73 in (best) |
| Height | 56.6 in | 58.9 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Buick CenturyStandard | Chevrolet ImpalaLT |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 3 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None 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.
| Trim | Buick Century | Chevrolet Impala |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Standard $22,040 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LT $31,620 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | Premier $36,720 MSRP |