2005 Chevrolet Uplander

Pros: Very comfortable
Cons: No hangers for dry cleaning. Somewhat under-powered for size.

Van looks like new Envoys and Trail Blazers but longer. It takes some getting used to as I have owned 6 Dodge Caravans AWD. Dodge stopped making them for the stow-and-go-seating which left no room for the rear drive axle.

It is a very nice vehicle loaded with all the latest DVD, MP3, PHAT Sound, etc. For a vehicle this decked out it should have a coat hook you can reach easliy from the side doors not have to try and hang laundry over the first row of seats.

I was told when I bought that the Uplander is going out of production and this (2006) is the last year. To bad because I like and need AWD in Montana.

Pros: DVD wireless headphones, OnStar
Cons: Body molding fit needs to be addressed at the factory

I purchased a Uplander LS three weeks ago. Really happy with the the vehicle, lots of perks and a reasonable price. The 17" aluminum wheels really make it standout, and one year free OnStar is a nice bonus as well! I test drove all the mini-vans (except the Kia), and the best bang for the buck was the Uplander. Sure the Honda was nice, but it's about 5-6,000 more for the same options. I tested the stow and go seats on the Chrysler and Nissan, and I didn't like them at all. They reminded me of fancy lawn chairs, no way I buckle my children into those seats

Pros: DVD player, MP3 player, more room than it seems
Cons: So far I don't have any complaints

As a former SUV driver with a slightly expanded family, I was not thrilled with the idea of a minivan, but sometimes the family dictates your life. I did some research on the computer ahead of time and this was the only van I drove. I loved it! Bought it the same day. The kids are thrilled with the standard DVD player and I love the cd/mp3 player. Not that all cars offer radio controls on the steering wheel, but my old SUV had this feature, and I was pleased to find that the van has this as well. I don't know all the outs and ends as far as the engine and technical, but I do know that everyone who sees it and especially rides in it, loves it. The uplander is very roomy and the first time I went to the grocery store I was convinced that to fit all the bags I was going to have to fold some seats down-not so! As small as the back cargo area looks, it really holds quite a bit of stuff! We will definately keep this one for a while!

Pros: WIFE LIKES, DVD FOR KIDS, SAT FOR DAD, GREAT VAN FOR LONG TRIPS.
Cons: NOT LIKE 2005,ALOT OF PROBLEMS, IN SHOP A LOT. CHEVY RED TAG PRICE A JOKE

STYLE IS SHORTER THAN 2005. HOOD IS DIFFERENT. TO GET A GOOD MODEL NEED TO GET A LT2 MODEL. GAS MILIAGE IS VERY UP AND DOWN. THE 2005 HAS $3500 REBATE IS A BETTER DEAL, 2006 HAS A $1500 REBATE AND WITH RED TAG SALE LOOSE REBATE ALL TOGETHER. CHEVY CAR DEALERS LOVE THIS DEAL. ALL SO I TRADED A 2005 FOR A 2006 AND 8 MONTHS LOST $10,000.00 RESALE ON TRADE JUST NOT GOOD. THE SEATS HAVE CHANGED IN 2ND ROW AND NO CONSOLE?? THIS BAD. THE 3RD ROW PASSEANGERS ARE REAL TOUGH TO GET OUT, SEAT DON'T SLIDE AHEAD JUST FOLD DOWN. MAKE SURE KIDS IN WAY BACK AND ADULTS IN 2ND ROW. IF BUY ONE OF THESE BETTER SEE ALL GETTING, GM CHANGED PACKAGES AND CHEAPEN THEM. GOT TO GET A LT2 OR LT3 TO GET LIKE A 2005 MODEL. IF WANT MORE INFO: EMAIL ME @ UPLANDER@J2WELL.COM

Pros: Comfort, Style and DVD for the kids
Cons: Everything electrical that can go wrong has gone wrong!

We have had the Uplander for a full year and have not been pleased with it at all. We chose the Uplander over the Toyota because of always owning GM products. However, they have let us down on this one. Big Time. Multiple electrical problems such as the headlights flickering, the radio changing channels, the gas gauge not working, engine, abs, and traction control warning lights coming on and multiple trips to the dealer with no results.