2011 Chevrolet Impala (3.5L 6-cyl) MPG & Specs
Quick answer
The 2011 Chevrolet Impala gets an EPA-estimated 19/29 MPG (city/highway) and 23 MPG combined, with an estimated $2,650/year fuel cost and 386.391 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 3.5 L 6-cyl.
The 2011 Chevrolet Impala with the 3.5-liter 6-cylinder regular gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 19 MPG in the city and 29 MPG on the highway, for a combined 23 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 3.5 L 6-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic 4-spd |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Regular Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Large Cars |
| MPG — city | 19 |
| MPG — highway | 29 |
| MPG — combined | 23 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $2,650 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 386.391 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | — |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 23 MPG, the 2011 Chevrolet Impala sits in the moderate range for fuel economy. That is roughly 12% thirstier than the typical Large Cars of its era (26 MPG class average) — expect higher fuel bills than class-average alternatives.
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $2,650 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 2011 Chevrolet Impala. Over five years that is roughly $13,250 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 2011 Chevrolet Impala emits approximately 386.391 grams of CO₂ per mile at the tailpipe. Lower emissions generally track higher fuel economy.
How to read these numbers
EPA figures come from standardized laboratory test cycles and are the same estimates shown on the vehicle's window sticker. Your real-world mileage depends on driving style, conditions, fuel grade, and maintenance. Use combined MPG and annual fuel cost to compare vehicles fairly.