Chevrolet Impala vs Kia Amanti
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2009 Kia Amanti
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet ImpalaLT | Kia AmantiBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LT | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | flex-fuel (unleaded/E85) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | flex-fuel (FFV) | gas |
| Model year | 2020 | 2009 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet ImpalaLT | Kia AmantiBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $31,620 | $26,045 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet ImpalaLT | Kia AmantiBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 22 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| City MPG | 18 MPG (best) | 17 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal | 18.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet ImpalaLT | Kia AmantiBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 305 hp (best) | 264 hp |
| Torque | 264 lb-ft (best) | 260 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.6 L | 3.8 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet ImpalaLT | Kia AmantiBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 18.8 cu ft (best) | 15.9 cu ft |
| Curb weight | — | 3,770 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 6.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 111.7 in (best) | 110.2 in |
| Length | 201.3 in (best) | 196.9 in |
| Width | 73 in (best) | 72.8 in |
| Height | 58.9 in (best) | 58.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet ImpalaLT | Kia AmantiBase |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 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 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 | Chevrolet Impala | Kia Amanti |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LT $31,620 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $26,045 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premier $36,720 MSRP | — |