Introduced at the 2004 Chicago Auto Show, the Uplander is related to the new Buick Terraza, Pontiac Montana SV6 and Saturn Relay. Front-wheel drive is standard, but the Uplander can be fitted with all-wheel drive. A 3.5-liter V-6 engine mates with a four-speed-automatic transmission. The Uplander comes in base, LS and LT trim levels.
The Uplander's squared-off front fascia features a large grille with a horizontal band. Chrome accents are used on the grille. Special exterior molding is used to enhance the Uplander's “SUV-like character,” according to Chevrolet press material. The LT gets body-colored door and liftgate handles, while the ones on the base and LS models are black. History
The all-new Uplander is available in four trim levels: the Uplander Base, LS, LT and LT AWD. A 3.5L, 60 degree V6 powers all models. It offers 200 hp @ 5200 rpm and 220 lb-ft of torque @ 4400 rpm. This translates into plenty of performance in three critical areas: acceleration, highway cruising and pulling power. Potholes and confined parking spaces are no problem for the 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. Wheels are 17" steel, with 5-spoke aluminum available as an option. Tires are all-season on the base, TL and LS models, or all-season touring on the AWD. A 4-speed automatic transmission provides smooth, quiet shifts for both the base FWD models and the Versatrak AWD system. The all-wheel-drive model offers both front and rear fully independent suspension, with MacPherson struts and coil springs in front and a double wishbone with cast aluminum short- and long-arm control arms arrangement in back.
The Uplander also features a flexible rear cargo system that has three dividers. When the third-row bench seat is folded, the storage system and seat line up to create a level load floor. Total cargo volume is 136.5 cubic feet with the second- and third-row seats folded and 26.9 cubic feet with all the seats up. The rear bench is split 50/50 and covered in a soft vinyl.