GM Teases 2014 Chevrolet Impala, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse

[FenwickHockey65]

Chevrolet to Debut All-New Impala and Traverse in New York
General Motors

March 21, 2012

DETROIT – The total transformation of the Chevrolet passenger car lineup advances with the debut of the all-new 2014 Impala full-size sedan at the New York International Auto Show next month. Chevrolet will also showcase a more-refined version of the family-friendly Traverse crossover utility vehicle for 2013.

“The momentum at Chevrolet continues to build with the debut of the 10th generation of the Impala, one of the brand’s most enduring and cherished nameplates,” said Chris Perry, vice president of Global Chevrolet Marketing. “The new Impala further strengthens Chevrolet’s passenger car lineup by giving consumers a full-size sedan that balances the desire for distinction with engaging driving dynamics.”

The Impala nameplate was introduced in 1958 and has been one of Chevrolet’s best-selling passenger cars for decades. The all-new version of the Impala builds on that strong heritage.

With the introduction of the new Impala, Chevrolet has revamped nearly every passenger car in the lineup in the past 24 months. The new cars helped Chevrolet become the top-selling passenger car brand in the United States in 2011.

The 2013 Chevrolet Traverse was designed to give families a new gathering space with elements of style and refinement inside and out, as well as new and industry-exclusive safety features.

Traverse is among the safest vehicles on the road today, previously earning top marks from leading third-party organizations and in government crash testing. For the 2013 model, the Traverse adds the industry’s first front center air bag. It is engineered to protect drivers and front passengers in far-side impact crashes. The air bag deploys in milliseconds and inflates between the driver and front passenger, providing added protection for both front occupants.

“The new Traverse builds on the success of the current model offering a wide variety of improvements to ride and handling, interior materials and exterior styling without compromising the functionality and capability families need to support their busy lives,” said Perry.

In addition to the new Impala and Traverse, other Chevrolet vehicles on display at New York include the new Malibu Eco, Spark mini car, Tru 140S and Code 130R concept vehicles and Corvette 427 Convertible with 60th Anniversary package.

[DaBears]

I hope they make the Traverse less mini van looking. If it looks cool enough maybe I can buy one.

[FenwickHockey65]

Originally Posted by DaBears

I hope they make the Traverse less mini van looking. If it looks cool enough maybe I can buy one.

They aren't going to be doing a whole lot to the exterior. It's really just an extensive MCE more than a complete overhaul.

[DaBears]

Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

They aren't going to be doing a whole lot to the exterior. It's really just an extensive MCE more than a complete overhaul.

The acadia looks different enough from the old version. Even a minor tweak here and there goes a long way.

[FenwickHockey65]

Originally Posted by DaBears

The acadia looks different enough from the old version. Even a minor tweak here and there goes a long way.

That's because there were leftover Outlook parts laying around. Traverse will probably receive some exterior work (hopefully concentrated around the rear end), but the overall design won't change too much.

Enclave, for example, is getting tweaks to the front/rear, but not much more besides that as far as I know.

[Overflow]

I just hope they get the Impala right this time.

[FenwickHockey65]

Originally Posted by Overflow

I just hope they get the Impala right this time.

And the C-pillar badge is back.

[TOMS1SS]

I'm not holding high hopes for the Impala... Especially not from that teaser.

[FenwickHockey65]

Originally Posted by TOMS1SS

I'm not holding high hopes for the Impala... Especially not from that teaser.

...it's just the C-pillar.

The bottom image is the MCE Traverse.

[DaBears]

Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

That's because there were leftover Outlook parts laying around. Traverse will probably receive some exterior work (hopefully concentrated around the rear end), but the overall design won't change too much.

Enclave, for example, is getting tweaks to the front/rear, but not much more besides that as far as I know.

The back end is exactly what makes it look like a mini van. So that would be fine. I also dont understand the "pointed" back end of it, and the tail lights are horrible.

[JoeP@TeamBeckyD]

Great Post & Info....FenwickHockey65



Becky

[MauriSSio]

i hope to god its not FWD

[djsnoflake]

So, actual full car pics when?

The Impala needs some serious help!

[FenwickHockey65]

Originally Posted by djsnoflake

So, actual full car pics when?

The Impala needs some serious help!

Not until closer to NYIAS. About two more weeks until press days.

Impala will be stunning...especially interior-wise.