It is a vehicle that exudes versatility at is best. The Chevrolet Uplander features the bold styling of an SUV and the spaciousness of a van, and the smooth performance of a sedan. It will be available for the 2008 model year with more standard safety and convenience features, including a tire pressure monitoring system and XM Satellite Radio

The front-wheel-drive Chevrolet Uplander is offered in regular and extended-length body styles, and can accommodate up to seven passengers. It will be available in LS and LT models, as well as a commercial-use cargo van.

Among the added safety features are the dual-stage frontal air bags with GM’s Passenger Sensing System and available side-impact air bags for the first- and second-row outboard seating positions. For the 2008 model, an all-new tire pressure monitoring system and StabiliTrak come standard.

The 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is powered by a sophisticated 3.9L V-6 that uses variable valve timing to optimize performance and fuel efficiency. The 3.9L engine delivers 240 horsepower (179 kW), 240 lb.-ft. (325 Nm) of torque and a FlexFuel version that’s capable of running on E85 ethanol is available.

Additional new and revised features for 2008 include:

XM Satellite Radio standard on all models

iPod/MP3 audio jack standard on all radios (except navigation)

New exterior color: Ink Slate Metallic.