@Rick Not to resurrect an old thread, but I respectfully disagree. Sure, all of the cars you mentioned have headlights, grilles, hoods, and other common elements present on most other cars. But the way they’re executed are completely different. I doubt that Chevy designers said, “hey guys, let’s copy the design of the VW Passat, or the Audi A8, etc.”
That’s not how automotive design works. In fact, the Impala’s styling was probably finalized and locked years before anyone at GM saw the new Passat or the other models you mention. This is a common point that’s often misunderstood among fans and enthusiasts.
Ultimately, styling is subjective and you are more than entitled to your opinion. But to me, the new Impala is spot on.
