Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
17 -18 City / 23 -24 HWY
Horsepower
200
Seats
4 -7
Front angle medium view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Lena P
Standing the test of time.
My vehicle is very reliable and has stood up to the rest of time. We have driven this vehicle to many states for vacations without any problem at all. We now have over 300,000. 00 miles and it is still going strong. We plan on keeping it until it stops, which I do not see happening for along time.
accountCircle Amy K
It has never let me down, 4 kids and an ex husband, but i still got my chevy
It has been very reliable, but always has issues with the ball bearings
accountCircle Susan W
Strong and reliable like it's owner.
I've had this vehicle a number of years. The mileage is now 177,777 and still purrs. Recently I was in an accident; my Chevy is tough and Ford was demolished. Chevy is built to last.
accountCircle Brig L
How to start it and drive it slow.
Just getting outdated other than that I love it.. No complaints.. Little d***y.. Doors do not work probably.
accountCircle Patricia S
My 2005 Chevy uplander one of the best that was ever made.
My Chevy uplander has no problems at this time good performance, reliability, comfort and great features am -FM radio four wheel drive power seats the fuse box are easy to find in and out, cool color of exterior and interior great heat and cooling system every roomy inside.
accountCircle Dominick D
Great interior with plenty room for a full family.
Great car with no problems. Great on gas especially for a minivan. Has automatic doors as well as on star, a TV in the back, and great comfortable interior.
accountCircle Alexis D
Great vehicle for big families.
My uplander is great for big families, it has a TV which keeps the kids entertained. Its spacious and good on gas in the highway. The only problem with my uplander is a sensor nothing that can't be fixed right away, other than that I have no complaints.
accountCircle Ingrid R
Has the space for me to put things in when I buy them and for people to travel in.
I like that I can fit my family in it. When I need the space for carrying large items the seats fold down. I just don't like the bucket seats when we take long trips

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Kate K
It is ugly on the outside, but the inside is very spacious and has many places for anything you may be transporting while remaining comfortable riding in it.
I strongly dislike minivans, I think they are big and clunky and I would prefer a smaller car like a sedan. I do not like how old my vehicle is. I wish I had a new and nicer car. The only thing that I do like about it is that it has tons of space on the inside and many cup holders and storage spaces.
accountCircle Jessica T
It is a tan Chevy uplander van. Tan seats and very basic.
No cruise control. No compass or navigator. My window does not go up and down. My abs light is on all times. When I park on a hill the gas light comes on. It is comfortable and good on gas. I do not need like that I have no trunk space. It is super basic.
accountCircle Sarah S
My car can fit several people and is good for taking groups around town but I wouldn't trust it with road trips anymore.
I dislike how large it is because it makes getting in and out of parking spaces more difficult. The gas mileage is ok but I'd prefer something more efficient. The largeness makes it more difficult to clean.
accountCircle Tonilynn V
It's mine i paid cash for it accomplishment
Since purchasing i have had electrical problems non stop and It's been frustrating
accountCircle William R
The radio works great in it. And it runs good
I have a 2005 Chevy uplander the color is blue. I have a crack windshield and the breaks need to be done. Other than that it runs good. The radio works great. The ac works good. It has all of its seats in it. It's also has a TV installed. It needs a good clean job.
accountCircle Steve S
It will do what you want it to do as long as your expectations are reasonable.
We bought the van so we could transport all the grandchildren at once. It has worked well for that. We have been able to take some long trips with it but I don't trust it totally. It has some problems that we seem not able to fix.
accountCircle Tiffany W
Reverse sensors, DVD player, heated leather seats and spacious.
Bought it used and I am assuming upkeep on it was done poorly. I've have to replace the transmission, the sliding doors don't work and there are a few other mechanical problems with it. The positives though are it is very spacious. It has a DVD player to keep the kids content on long drives. It has heated leather seats also.
accountCircle Judy B
It is getting very rusted out along the quarter panels.
No air conditioning, transmission is slipping, and keep getting a message about the abs system even though I had it fixed. I would like to get another car but do not have the money. Would really like a 2010 or newer. I like the minivans I would like a Ford or a Chrysler minivan.

Chevrolet Uplander Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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Base
200 HP 21-21 MPG 4-7 Seats
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LS
200 HP 21-21 MPG 4-7 Seats
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LT w/1SE
200 HP 21-21 MPG 4-7 Seats
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LT
200 HP 20-20 MPG 7 Seats
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2005 Chevrolet Uplander Owner Reviews

3.91
66 Reviews
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5 stars 33%
4 stars 35%
3 stars 24%
2 stars 5%
1 star 3%
accountCircle Theresa S on March 31, 2021
It is not good on wet, slick roads. Traction control is useless
It is often hard to shift gears. Doors are difficult to stay shut Not enough cargo space
accountCircle Jamie L on March 28, 2021
Lots of room, but can have door issues.
I love having a van. There is enough room for my family to ride comfortably. I have had a lot of issues with the automated door. And a fair amp of issues electrically.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Dustin L.

The gas mileage has been somewhat better than other vehicles I have owned in the past. I have had a couple other vans as well and this one has a bit more space for the family, plus I really like the sliding door on the driver's side makes getting everyone in without fights easier.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Dustin L.

There are a number of problems with this type of vehicle that has been posted by numerous owners. The gas line wasn't thought of carefully enough in my opinion and leads to many owners leaking gas due to this problem.

Ranks #8 Minivans by Owners

The 2005 Chevrolet Uplander has an average owner rating of 3.96 out of 5 which ranks it #8 of 11 other Minivans.

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4.36
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4.2
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3.91

Ranks #4 Minivans by Fuel Economy

The 2005 Chevrolet Uplander has a combined MPG of 26 which ranks it #4 of 11 other Minivans.

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28 MPG
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26 MPG
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24 MPG

Is The 2005 Chevrolet Uplander A Good Car?

Yes it is. It has a wonderful performize. Easy to handle. Economy gas mileage. It is a mini van I like a lot. Lots of space.
Christine K.
Yeah pretty much is a decent vehicle. Gets decent gas mileage. Has been great for road trips. Has plenty of seating
Michael G.
It is a very good vehicle. It has over 200,000 miles and still runs very well. Even the air-conditioning works. Useful for transporting a family. Has a built in DVD player to keep the kids... Read More
Monica C.
It was a gift and has been a pretty good vehicle. Until recently we didn't have to put much money into it. We recently had to put in $2000 for brake work and new ties.
Natalie D.
Yes, this minivan is reliable, spacious, equipped for car seats, and handles well in bad weather. It gets good gas mileage and has power doors.
Lauren D.

How Reliable Is The 2005 Chevrolet Uplander?

No it doesn't. I had to change the fuel pump. For this year of vehicle it is pretty good shape. Minier problems like brakes, rotors. Oil changes & filter.
Erin M.
It is reliable but the DVD player went out but was to be expected. It also has a small oil leak but is manageable
Beverly C.
Have had very few problems with the uplander. Mostly wear and tear from the age of the van. The worst repair was on the rear sliding doors. They wouldn't slide open.
Val E.
The air conditioning needs to be worked on and the back door doesn't work correctly. We have had to buy new tires and have the brakes worked on in the last month.
Bobbi W.
This is a reliable vehicle. I have not experienced any issues with this vehicle. We get good gas mileage, which is very important to me.
Lisa W.

Is The 2005 Chevrolet Uplander A Good Value?

I have no idea how much it would cost now days. I got it at a very good value 1 year ago. I would purchase another Chevy uplander in the future.
Rita A.
Mine was around 8,995 used. I thought that was too high for the year and miles on the van but I haven't had any major issues yet
Megan L.
Bought my van used and it was a very good value. I paid only $600 for it this year. It has been one of the best vehicles I have had.
Julia M.
We got ours for $1200, this was way under value according to Kelley Blue Book. I would agree it is a very good value.
Wanda N.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the 2005 chevy uplander turn signal flasher located?

Answer: The 2005 Chevy Uplander turn signal flasher is located in the fuse box. To get to the fuse box look to the left of the steering wheel look for a small seam or crack along the dash. Using a screwdriver or prybar...

Where is the 2005 chevy uplander fuel filter located?

Answer: The 2005 Chevy Uplander fuel filter location is in the fuel tank. Car parts will someday become ineffective at some point. The fuel filter needs to be replaced every 30,000 miles. If it doesn't, You will come...

How to change a starter on a 2005 chevy uplander?

Answer: To change a starter on a 2005 Chevy Uplander, watch: https://www.Youtube.com/watch?v=VRujCCKeppQ You will come into problems with the battery during the life cycle of the vehicle. There can be a leak, causing...

How do I program keyless remote for 2005 chevy uplander?

Answer: To progRam a keyleSSRemote for the 2005 Chevy Uplander You will need to follow these simple steps. First, You will need to be in the driver's seat of the car, and You will need to have closed all of the doors....

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Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Rollover

Not Rated

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Not Rated

Roof Strength

Not Rated

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated
*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety