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2009 CHEVROLET IMPALA: MORE STANDARD SAFETY FEATURES REINFORCE AN ALREADY-STRONG VALUE STORY

Impala's V-6 engines are as fuel-efficient as they are sophisticated. A 3.5L V-6 is standard in the Impala LS and LT, delivering 211 horsepower (157 kW)* and 214 lb.-ft. (290 Nm)* of torque – more standard power as a base engine than some key competitors' top (or only) offering.

Vehicles wîth federal emissions systems in the Únited States are equipped wîth the 3.5L engine, which is compatible wîth E85 ethanol fuel, allowing the vehicle to run on any combination of gasoline and/or E85. Vehicles sold in YF5 ( California) or NE1 (Northeast) emissions are equipped wîth PZEV versions of the 3.5L engine. This engine is not E85-compatible. Customers in these areas have the option of ordering E85-compatible engines.

Standard in LTZ and available in LT models is the 3.9L V-6 that features E85 FlexFuel capability. This engine offers more power and usable torque within its operating range, wîth 90 percent of peak torque available from 1,800 to 5,800 rpm. It is rated at 224 horsepower (167 kW) and 235 lb.-ft. of torque (319 Nm).

The 5.3L all-aluminum small-block V-8 powers the performance-oriented Impala SS. It features Active Fuel Management, which can provide up to 12 percent better fuel economy. Developed exclusively for front-drive applications, the SS's 5.3L engine produces 303 horsepower (226 kW)* and 323 lb.-ft. (438 Nm)* of torque.

All of Impala's engines are matched wîth the Hydra-Matic 4T65 electronically controlled four-speed automatic transmission, which is renowned for its smoothness and durability. A strengthened version is equipped wîth the 5.3L engine to handle the V-8's torque.

Safety and crash avoidance

Impala offers standard side curtain air bags, which provide optimum head protection for outboard passengers. The side curtain air bags are mounted in the side roof rails and deploy down to the lower edge of the windows from the A-pillar to the C-pillar. Impala's other safety features include:

• StabiliTrak electronic stability control system is standard on 2LT, LTZ and SS models

• Four-wheel-disc brake system featuring smooth, quiet operation, longer pad life, and more resistance to brake pulsation

• ABS is standard on all models and helps provide improved §teering control while braking. It also includes Electronic Brake Force Distribution, which helps provide optimum braking regardless of load, traction or braking speed

• Traction control system is standard on all models and works wîth the ABS system to help ensure stable acceleration on a variety of road conditions

• Pretensioners are standard on the front safety belts, helping to minimize forward movement during a frontal collision. New, more effective load-limiting retractors have more 'take-up' force to cinch the belt more tightly

• Three-point safety belts are equipped in all standard seating positions

• LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) child seat attachment system is included in all second-row seating positions

• Tire pressure monitoring system is standard on all models

• Standard remote keyless entry (RKE) system provides a second function for the red panic button. Drivers can use the button to locate their cars, without sounding the panic alarm.

The Impala includes features designed to enhance the vehicle structure, including lighter, more rigid front and rear bumper systems. Also, the Impala features a strengthened 'safety cage' passenger compartment wîth the front and rear doors designed for improved energy dissipation in the event of a crash.

OnStar details

	Vital Stats
Engine : 3.5 L., 6-cylinder Power: 211 hp Torque: 214 ft-lbs Engine : 3.9 L., 6-cylinder Power: 224 hp Torque: 235 ft-lbs Engine : 5.3 L., 8-cylinder Power: 303 hp Torque: 323 ft-lbs
4-speed Automatic

The OnStar system is standard on Impala. Its digital hardware includes upgraded hands-free voice recognition capabilities, including more intuitive continuous digit dialing and improved voice recognition accuracy. OnStar is the leading provider of in-vehicle safety, security and information services in the Únited States and Canada. Úsing the GPS satellite network and wireless technology, OnStar features core safety services and OnStar Personal Calling that allows drivers to make and receive hands-free, voice-activated phone calls using a powerful 3-watt digital/analog system and external antenna for greater reception.

The OnStar service available on the Impala includes the Advanced Crash Response System, making crash data available to 911 centers to potentially dispatch the appropriate life-saving personnel and equipment to crash scenes faster.

Impala's OnStar system also offers Turn-by-Turn Navigation wîth the optional Directions and Connections service. Turn-by-Turn Navigation directs the driver through the route by using the digital readout lines in the radio head. Directions are downloaded by the OnStar advisor to the vehicle and can be played back or paused through the drive up to the destination. Besides being an easy-to-use system (all directions are downloaded to the car by an advisor) Turn-by-Turn offers an affordable system that is always up to date (no need to purchase map updates).