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Chevrolet Impala 8th Gen SS

2006 – 2013

16.4

Fuel Economy

6.8

0–60

303

Horsepower

Chevrolet›Impala›8th Gen›SS

The Impala SS returned for 2006 as the performance flagship of the eighth generation, powered by a 5.3-liter V8 producing 303 horsepower and 438 Nm of torque, routed through a four-speed automatic transmission to the front wheels. The 0-100 km/h time of 6.8 seconds made it one of the quicker front-wheel-drive full-size sedans available at the time, though the FWD layout drew criticism from enthusiasts who recalled the rear-wheel-drive SS models of the 1960s. Visual distinctions over standard Impala trims included unique badging, a sport-tuned suspension, and specific exterior and interior treatments.