The used car market has been hot for a while. Even though there are a few signs that wildly high prices on decade-old vehicles are beginning to subside, searching for a second-hand car is challenging. But a used 2013 Chevrolet Impala can calm potential buyers’ nerves. The Impala may be a bit boring in its last few years before a complete redesign, but it boasts utilitarianism. Beyond that, there are four reasons why it will make an excellent used car.

1. Ample trunk and cargo space

The sleeker-styled sedans of the modern era often sacrifice interior space, seeking form over function. But a used 2013 Chevrolet Impala isn’t subject to an aggressive, sporty design. Therefore, it had the largest trunk in its class, with 18.6 cubic feet. The cargo area is also free of design flaws that might snag or crush baggage. Cars.com says an optional folding backseat increases the amount of space for cargo.

2. Cavernous cabin

Impalas have a near barn-sized interior with a surplus of room in the two front seats and three back seats. For adults and their teenage kids, it will provide immense comfort. But one of the biggest reasons to get a used 2013 Chevrolet Impala is because it’s the last year it had the optional front bench seat. For a parent with five kids in tow, it’s one of the few vehicles capable of doing so while remaining in the used sedan segment.  

3. Powerful engine

Although the Impala is a barge of a car, there are no issues with get-up-and-go. The only engine available in the 2013 model year is the 300-horsepower 3.6-liter V6. Its EPA-rated 18 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway isn’t the best, but it’s not unreasonable for a family hauler.

4. Proven reliability

The Impala is also the only American full-size sedan that can last for over 230,000 miles, according to a recent study. And out of all the ninth-generation Impalas, the 2013 model year has nearly the fewest consumer complaints. Reports from real owners of used 2013 Chevrolet Impalas on CarComplaints.com state it’s even less prone to faults than the first year of the tenth-generation Impala of 2014. Moreover, the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration only issued one recall on the 2013 Impala — for loose ignition keys.

How much is a used 2013 Chevrolet Impala worth?

Although it has a handful of welcome characteristics, potential buyers shouldn’t be spending too much on a used 2013 Chevrolet Impala. It’s a 10-year-old car, after all. Luckily, they’re plenty cheap, and there are plenty of them.

Despite being built a decade ago, Autotrader shows numerous examples well under 100,000 miles. The best examples with the range-topping LTZ trim hover around $10,000. But plenty of mid-range and base models dip as far as $6,000. The better choice for potential buyers would be finding a used 2013 Chevrolet Impala LT. The mid-range trim level commonly had the Sunroof Package fitted from the factory. But even the base Impala LS sedan will suffice for most. Despite competitor cars having more standard features, the Chevrolet still has Bluetooth connectivity and an auxiliary audio input.