History of the Chevrolet Impala: An Icon of Grace and Power

History of the Chevrolet Impala: An Icon of Grace and Power

Fourth Generation | 1965–1970

blue 1966 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sport Sedan on cliff
1966 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sport Sedan
Source: Chevrolet Pressroom
TrimProductionEnginePowerTransmissionDrivetrain
4th Gen1965 – 19703.8 – 3.9L Inline-6108 – 140 HP / 105 – 141 PS / 80 – 104 kW3/4-Speed Manual
2/3-Speed Automatic
RWD
4th Gen1965 – 19704.6 – 6.7L V8185 – 425 HP / 187 – 427 PS / 137 – 316 kW3/4-Speed Manual
2/3-Speed Automatic
RWD
4th Gen19667.0L Z11 V8430 HP / 433 PS / 320 kW3/4-Speed ManualRWD
Approx. performance specs for 4th Gen models

The redesigned 1965 Impala broke industry records with over 1 million units sold in the United States. The new model featured a full-width perimeter frame, curved frameless side glass, and redesigned full-coil suspension. In 1965, Chevrolet introduced the luxury Caprice package for the Impala four-door hardtop, featuring tufted upholstery, wood-grained accents, and specialty pulls. The Caprice had unique wheel covers, blackout rear trim, and “Caprice by Chevrolet” badges. It became the top model in the full-size Chevrolet lineup and was reintroduced as the Chevrolet Caprice Custom in 1966.

blue 1966 Chevrolet Impala SS Convertible
1966 Chevrolet Impala SS Convertible
Source: Chevrolet Pressroom

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