[2014LTDLTZ]

Ok, now that I have your attention, let me elaborate on my question. I currently have an 8th Gen Limited LTZ which has pretty much all the nicest standard OEM GM bits from the parts bins (slightly stiffer suspension, larger diameter rims, etc.). I am trying to understand what GM has done with the 9th Gen Impalas in terms of trim levels.

My understanding is that in previous 9th Gen years, what is now called the Premier (2LZ package) was known as the LTZ. name change aside, is the Premier still a LTZ-esque Impala?

I know the Premier comes out of the starting gate with the 3.6 V6 and an overall nicer base package of accessories than the LT and definitely better than the LS. On the 9th Gen Impalas, what do you get on the Premier which is NOT somehow available on a loaded LT? Does the Premier have a stiffer suspension which is not available on the lesser trim levels? Is the transmission gearing more performance-oriented? Different steering ratios?

Hopefully you get where I am going with this. Thanks in advance for your constructive replies.

 

[Bowtie396]

For 2019 it looks like the Premier has this over the LT: (Per Chevrolet Web Site)

Lane Departure Warning - Optional / Not Available on LT
Forward Collision Alert - Optional / Not Available on LT
Rear Cross Traffic Alert - Standard / Optional on LT
Infotainment With NAV - Standard / Optional on LT
Memory Seat - Mirror - Steering Wheel - Optional / Not Available on LT
Dual-outlet exhaust with bright tips - Standard / Not Available on LT
HID Headlamps - Standard / Not Available on LT
19" Wheel Standard, 20" Wheel Optional - LT has 18" Wheel Standard, 19" Optional
Bose® Centerpoint® surround sound audio system - Standard / Optional on LT
8-way power front passenger seat - Standard / Optional on LT
Heated Seats - Standard / Oprional on LT
Cooled Seats - Standard / Not Available on LT
Universal Home Remote - Optional / Not Available on LT
Adaptive Braking & Cruise Cruise Control - Optional / Not Available on LT

There are no differences in Engine, Transmission, Suspension, and Steering, they are all the same on Premier & LT. No Different tuning of these items across the line.

 

[2014LTDLTZ]

For 2019 it looks like the Premier has this over the LT: (Per Chevrolet Web Site)

Lane Departure Warning - Optional / Not Available on LT
Forward Collision Alert - Optional / Not Available on LT
Rear Cross Traffic Alert - Standard / Optional on LT
Infotainment With NAV - Standard / Optional on LT
Memory Seat - Mirror - Steering Wheel - Optional / Not Available on LT
Dual-outlet exhaust with bright tips - Standard / Not Available on LT
HID Headlamps - Standard / Not Available on LT
19" Wheel Standard, 20" Wheel Optional - LT has 18" Wheel Standard, 19" Optional
Bose® Centerpoint® surround sound audio system - Standard / Optional on LT
8-way power front passenger seat - Standard / Optional on LT
Heated Seats - Standard / Oprional on LT
Cooled Seats - Standard / Not Available on LT
Universal Home Remote - Optional / Not Available on LT
Adaptive Braking & Cruise Cruise Control - Optional / Not Available on LT

There are no differences in Engine, Transmission, Suspension, and Steering, they are all the same on Premier & LT. No Different tuning of these items across the line.

Many thanks for the quick and detailed reply. Interesting....and a little disappointing. Would have been nice to hear the Premier/2LZ would have had more aggressive gearing and/or sportier suspension. I have gotten a little spoiled with the 8th Gen LTZ suspension (stiffer). Sounds like the 9th Gen is all about the accessories but the platform itself remains the same.

Not too sure I see the value in the $6,200.00 MSRP cost differential between the LT and Premier for nanny features (lane departure,
collision alert, adaptive braking), cooled seats, universal home remote, memory seat/mirror/steering wheel, pseudo-dual outlet exhaust, HID headlamps, and 8-way passenger power seat.

Just my impression. Thanks again.

 

[Kmrowe2016]

Weather it's the Premiere LT LS
They handle the same , Iam veary impressed with how well they handle , in my opinion it handles better than my 2012 LTZ

 

[cland39]

Ok, now that I have your attention, let me elaborate on my question. I currently have an 8th Gen Limited LTZ which has pretty much all the nicest standard OEM GM bits from the parts bins (slightly stiffer suspension, larger diameter rims, etc.). I am trying to understand what GM has done with the 9th Gen Impalas in terms of trim levels.

My understanding is that in previous 9th Gen years, what is now called the Premier (2LZ package) was known as the LTZ. name change aside, is the Premier still a LTZ-esque Impala?

I know the Premier comes out of the starting gate with the 3.6 V6 and an overall nicer base package of accessories than the LT and definitely better than the LS. On the 9th Gen Impalas, what do you get on the Premier which is NOT somehow available on a loaded LT? Does the Premier have a stiffer suspension which is not available on the lesser trim levels? Is the transmission gearing more performance-oriented? Different steering ratios?

Hopefully you get where I am going with this. Thanks in advance for your constructive replies.

Throw some Gabriel Shock/Strut assemblies on the front and you'll be happy.

 

[Blue.Velvet]

Weather it's the Premiere LT LS
They handle the same , Iam veary impressed with how well they handle , in my opinion it handles better than my 2012 LTZ

This is my understanding too. The 9th generation's Epsilon II platform is a vast improvement over the 8th generation's W-platform.

 

[Faron79]

I LOVE my 2015 LTZ / 2LZ!!!
Red-Jewel Tintcoat with Black Leather. I keep her polished nice too!
Only option missing is the "Radar-Cruise" control, with the Automatic emergency-braking.

• Mine also has the 20" Wheels. These were optional only on the LTZ / PREMIER Trims. They fill-out the wheelwells much better. Ride is a little firmer tho'!!! There's not much sidewall height on these Babies!
• The interior is loaded.....Dual power seats with 2-position Driver's memory. This also lets you set the Steering-Wheel tilt & in/out depth for 2 drivers. Side-mirrors & Exit-position can be set too.
• BOSE Centerpoint system.
• The behind the Radio-Screen storage cubby is damn handy too!
• Heated Steering-wheel & FRONT seats. Fronts are also VENTILATED but not cooled.
• LTZ's have the HID Headlights.

81,000 miles now!

Faron