2019 Chevrolet Impala — should you buy one?

Why people love the 2019 Chevrolet Impala

The 2019 Impala's 3.6-liter V6 paired with a 9-speed automatic feels quick off the line without feeling chaotic, and owners appreciate the roomy back seat for road trips with friends or family. The leather trim on mid-level LT and Premier trims holds up better than you'd expect at this price point, and the trunk swallows an entire dorm room's worth of stuff without complaint.

Common complaints and known issues

The 9-speed transmission can shift hesitantly between 8th and 9th gear when cruising on the highway around 65 mph, a quirk that shows up most often after 60k miles. The infotainment system's touchscreen freezes or responds slowly—sometimes you tap climate controls three times before anything happens—and Chevy's 2019 batch had more of these glitches than 2020 models did. Paint peeling around the hood and roof seams has been reported by owners in humid climates starting around 40k miles.

Typical asking price

Under 80k miles: $14,500–$17,200. 80k–140k miles: $11,800–$14,900. Over 140k miles: $8,500–$11,200. LT and Premier trims command the higher end; base LS models sit lower. Single-owner cars with no accidents sell faster and hold $1,000–$2,000 more, especially in the Midwest and South where Impalas are common fleet hand-me-downs.

Ranges are typical 2026 asking prices, not appraisals. The actual fair offer depends on this specific car's title history, accident record, and open recalls — which is what EstimateProof tells you.