Compared to its competitors at Ford and DaimlerChrysler, General Motors is still cursed by a lack of imagination when it comes to automotive design. The Impala is hardly an eyesore, but it has the look of a car designed by committee. The original Impalas still look great. The 2000 model will not earn a place in the Museum of Modern Art. The base Impala sedan is built to seat six, but the LS has room for five.
Comfort is Impala's long suite.
You could take this car on the road for a long, long time without yearning for the comforts of home. With 104.5 cubic feet of interior space, the Impala is roomier than the Lexus LS 400. The front and back seats are well designed for the long haul, and the driver gets a very user friendly display of instruments and switches. The LS trim adds anti-lock brakes, an upgraded suspension, remote keyless entry and electronic traction control. While the name Impala is sure to bring back fond memories, the styling will do little to lure nostalgic Baby Boomers to the showroom.