'06 Chevrolet Uplander

The 2006 Chevrolet Uplander gets a revamp for this year with the discontinuation of their base model, the addition of a more powerful engine, and optional side-impact airbags.

One of the most popular minivans in the GM stable, the '06 Uplander features two basic models that come with a V-6 overhead valve 3.5 liter engine, 17” wheels, a four-speed automatic transmission and a 121.1” wide wheelbase. You can also opt for four-wheel drive and add side-impact airbags.

The entry level 2006 Chevrolet Uplander LS model is fitted with a 3.5 liter 201 hp two-wheel drive and the higher-end LT model comes with a 3.9 liter V-6 240 horsepower option that can be fitted on it. The car has good standard features like all-wheel ABS, front airbags, and one year of OnStar service.

The standard entertainment packages include a rear DVD system, a removable PhatNoise 40GB HDD that can support audio, video, pictures, and a CD-MP3 audio system with eight speakers.

'07 Chevrolet Uplander

The 2007 Chevrolet Uplander takes off where the last year’s model left off, with newer additions that update many of its features. Featuring a base V-6 3.9 liter engine that produces 240 horsepower, the '07 Uplander holds its own against its competitors.

The in-cabin entertainment features a removable 40 GB PhatNoise hard disk drive that can support audio, pictures and video, a rear DVD entertainment system, a CD-MP3 audio system with eight speakers and a FM radio along with their OnStar service.

The 2007 Chevrolet Uplander features an electronic stability system and comes in two wheel drive as standard features. A new rear cargo system allows for greater flexibility, and the updated gear shift is smooth and easy shifting.

Thanks to its large 25 gallon fuel tank, you can go more than 600 miles without the need to refuel, making it ideal for long drives.

'05 Chevrolet Uplander

Easily one of the best minivans that has come out of the GM factory, the 2005 Chevrolet Uplander continues to meet the high standards that GM has set for its best-selling minivan range. It is an ideal replacement for the company’s Venture series, and an excellent long-distance vehicle.

Though it is a minivan, it’s long nose and truck type styling makes it look more like an SUV, giving it a more rugged reputation and a flexible feature list. Available in the base model with s V-6 3.5 liter 200 horsepower engine, the 2005 Uplander also features an optional towing package that allows one to tow up to 3,500 pounds.

In-cabin entertainment is great, with a year’s subscription to GM’s OnStar tele-aid service, a unique PhatNoise removable hard disk drive that allows you to load songs, pictures and video very conveniently and a DVD entertainment system. The 2005 Chevrolet Uplander offers excellent value for money, and is loaded with practical features.