The Uplander is related to the Buick Terraza, Pontiac Montana SV6 and Saturn Relay. Front-wheel drive is standard, but the Uplander LT can be fitted with all-wheel drive. A cargo van is also offered. A new optional 240-horsepower, 3.9-liter V-6 with variable valve timing can be installed on 2006 models.

Is 2008 Chevy Uplander AWD?

Uplander offered front-wheel drive in base, LS, and uplevel LT trims. All-wheel drive was available only on LT models. GM's Stabilitrak traction/antiskid control was optional on front-drive LT models.

Is a Chevy Uplander a SUV or a van?

Chevrolet bills the Uplander as a crossover sport van. Though it has sport utility vehicle styling cues, its seven-passenger seating capacity, low step-in height and sliding side doors mean it isn't far removed from the minivans that GM has offered for years.