Chevrolet Impala vs Dodge Intrepid
The Chevrolet Impala and the Dodge Intrepid are rated the same on fuel economy: 21 MPG combined. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Impala | Dodge Intrepid | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,128 | 1,227 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 73 and 95 | 51 and 31 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 92,000 miles | 74,000 miles |
| Recalls | 7 | 7 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 21 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 17 and 29 | 18 and 27 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,200 | $3,200 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,128 complaints for the Chevrolet Impala and 1,227 for the Dodge Intrepid. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 7 for the Chevrolet Impala, 7 for the Dodge Intrepid.