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2012 Chevrolet Impala MPG
22 mpg combined across 2 EPA-rated versions. Best: Impala (FWD, 3.6L 6-cyl) at 18 city / 29 hwy / 22 combined.
Every version
| Version | Engine | Trans. | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impala | 3.6L 6-cyl | A6 | FWD | 18 | 29 | 22 | $3,050 |
| Impala (FFV) | 3.6L 6-cyl | A6 | FWD | 18 | 29 | 22 | $3,050 |
How it compares
- 2012 Large Cars: class average 18.9 mpg over 79 versions; best Impala +3.1 (#11).
- 2011: 23 mpg best (−1 for 2012).
- 2013: 22 mpg best.
- 2020 model: 22 mpg best (no change).
Safety
| Crash test | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Impala 4 DR FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ · 11.3% risk |
258 owner complaints: Electrical System 58, Electronic Stability Control (esc) 54, Steering 49, Engine 40. Crashes 20, fires 5, injuries 16.
| Complaint area | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 58 | 22% |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 54 | 21% |
| Steering | 49 | 19% |
| Engine | 40 | 16% |
| Service Brakes | 33 | 13% |
| Power Train | 27 | 10% |
| Unknown Or Other | 23 | 9% |
| Suspension | 22 | 9% |
Recent owner reports: Electrical System
“I have about 08/1825 had the throttle body replaced on my vehicle which assisted with the problem temporarily. Then the problem started again 09/20/25 the car act like it’s stalling while driving and can’t see what hear the vehicle is in. The car is not getting any signal to the engine as I have been advised the TCM is faulty. There was a code of U0101.”
“The actuators in the air vents are faulty and I've had to have them repla ed multiple times now. They still continue to make clicking noise sounds and blow cold air in winter/hot air in summer. The trunk deck lid paint is bad. The clear coat has been coming off. Paint all over the car's clear coat has been coming off. There is also some spots where it's down to the metal showing rust/corrosion.”
“I put my car in reverse and the car turned off and have turn back on. When I try to start it, I don’t hear any fix or crank. Before this happened, my car was slow to change gear or it would will change so fast that my car will lose control and I did not feel safe at all.”
Owner reports are unverified and filed directly with NHTSA.
Recalls
3 NHTSA campaigns (check a VIN).