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2009 CHEVY UPLANDER
Model Lineup
Engine |
Transmission | |
3.9L V-6 VVT |
4T65 4-speed automatic | |
Uplander |
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2009 CHEVROLET UPLANDER: MORE STANDARD SAFETY AND AUDIO FEATURES FOR CHEVY'S CROSSOVER SPORT VAN
A crossover sport van for those with multifaceted lifestyle, the Uplander delivers the bold styling of an SUV, the passenger room and interior versatility of a van, and the smooth ride of a sedan. It enters the 2009 model year with more standard safety and convenience features, including a tire pressure monitoring system.
The front-wheel-drive Uplander is offered in regular- and extended-length body styles, and can seat up to seven passengers. The retail lineup includes LS and LT models, as well as a commercial-use cargo van.
Safety features include 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. All Uplander models come with a standard tire pressure monitoring system. StabiliTrak electronic stability control system with Traction Control is standard on all models.
The `09 Chevy 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*
Powertrain and chassis
The 3.9L V-6 VVT is a sophisticated powerplant that uses premium-engine features, such as variable valve timing and active intake technology, to deliver optimal performance and economy. The engine provides broad power across the rpm range, with 90 percent of torque available from 1,800 rpm to 5,800 rpm; it is paired with a smooth-shifting four-speed automatic overdrive transmission.
Uplander's powertrain works in concert with the chassis to deliver a more car-like driving experience. The front suspension features an independent design with MacPherson struts and a stabilizer bar, while the rear suspension uses aluminum short and long (SLA) control arms, along with automatic load-leveling shock absorbers. The load-levelling rear suspension enhances stability, particularly when cornering over rough pavement. A standard four-wheel anti-lock disc brake system, 17-inch wheels and tires and a rigid chassis structure also contribute to Uplander's smooth and precise driving characteristics.
Uplander also features StabiliTrak, GM's advanced electronic stability control system, as standard equipment on all passenger and cargo models. It assists the vehicle in maintaining the driver's intended path by applying a brake force at any corner of the vehicle independent of the driver's use of the brake pedal. StabiliTrak is integrated with the traction control and standard ABS brake systems.
Convenience and entertainment systems
Uplander has, as a long list of standard comfort and convenience features, including air conditioning, power windows and power door locks, tilt-adjustable steering column, and an AM/FM stereo with CD and MP3 player. All radios are now equipped with an auxiliary jack for iPod/MP3 input.
Uplander also offers a DVD player with flip-down screen, integrated controls and the "tri-mode" feature, which allows passengers to listen to as many as three separate entertainment sources simultaneously - DVD, CD and radio - through the speakers and dual-channel wireless headphones. For 2009, the system features a larger, eight-inch screen. The rear entertainment system is available on all models.
Uplander cargo capability
Innovative and clever storage solutions are found throughout Uplander, starting with the innovative overhead rail system, standard on all models except LS regular wheelbase, which integrates lighting and rear HVAC/audio controls - as well as features such as the rear-seat entertainment/DVD system - into a single unit.
Second-row captain's chairs are standard on LT2 models. On models with second-row captain's chairs, available convenience trays with pop-up beverage holders between the first- and second-row seats fold easily out of the way for pass-through between seats. A second-row console is available as a dealer-installed accessory on models equipped with second-row bucket seats. LS and LT1 models include removable modular second-row bucket seats. An integral child seat is available on LT1 models.
With comfortable seating for up to seven, Uplander offers numerous passenger and cargo space configurations. Both the second- and third-row seats are foldable and removable. Second-row bucket seats can be folded and tumbled up against the front seats for increased cargo space, and the third-row fold-flat bench seat has a 50/50 split for added passenger/cargo flexibility. Overall, there is up to 3,865 litres (136.5 cubic feet) of cargo space.
Safety features
Uplander is engineered to be among the safest vehicles in the mid-van segment, and is designed for outstanding performance in real-world crashes. Notable features include structural enhancements to the frame using high-strength steel. A long front-end compartment provides a large crush zone to preserve interior space, while longer and stronger engine compartment side frame rails increase energy absorption in the event of a frontal impact.
All seven seating positions have three-point safety belts. Retractors for front seating positions have built-in load limiters that allow a controlled amount of give in the belt, thereby reducing the peak load on the chest during the "ride down" in a crash.
The Uplander also has pretensioners in the front safety belt system that deploy at the same time as the frontal air bags to take up slack in the safety belt webbing. Pretensioners also help reduce the amount of occupant movement in the event of a crash to help reduce the risk of injury.
The Uplander is equipped with the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system in all second-row seating positions. This system provides two lower anchors and a top tether anchor to be used to secure a child seat to the vehicle seat structure. A top tether is also provided in the centre position of the third row. These anchorages are designed to make it easier to properly install compatible child safety seats.
Standard, frontal dual-stage air bags for both driver and front passenger are complemented with available side-impact air bags for the first- and second-row outboard seating positions. The Uplander also has GM's Passenger Sensing System, which uses the latest sensing technology to turn the front passenger air bag on or off. If the sensor system detects an unoccupied front passenger seat or the presence of a smaller occupant, the front passenger air bag is designed to automatically turn off so it would not deploy in the event of a frontal collision. A status indicator on the instrument panel alerts occupants that the passenger air bag is on or off. Even with this system, GM strongly recommends to restrain child passengers in an appropriate child seat placed in the second or third row of the vehicle. The second-row seats in LT models are not removable when the vehicle is equipped with the available side-impact air bags.
The OnStar system is standard on Uplander, including one-year of Safe and Sound service and available Directions and Connections with Turn-by-Turn Navigation. OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation is the first factory-installed, fully integrated GPS navigation system from OnStar (additional monthly fee required). Turn-by-Turn allows consumers to talk to a live advisor, who in turn sends complete step-by-step directions to customers' vehicles through their OnStar system. These audio directions automatically play through the vehicle's stereo as needed, triggered by the OnStar system's GPS capabilities. This enables drivers to be led to their destination while keeping their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road. For more information about OnStar, see the OnStar Overview in the Product Information Guide corporate section.
GM Mobility options
A range of Mobility packages is available for Uplander, for customers who transport passengers or themselves but need easier access to enter or exit a vehicle. One such feature is a dealer-installed Sit-N-Lift power seat. Operated by a hand-held remote control, this innovative seat rotates and extends out from the right side of the vehicle's second-row seating area to provide easy transfer from a standing position or from a wheelchair.
The Sit-N-Lift seat is mounted in the original seat attachments and is installed in place of the second-row passenger seat. Available as a dealer installed accessory and as an accessory kit through GM Accessories, Sit-N-Lift requires no permanent vehicle modifications.
*SAE certified.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Overview
Model: |
Chevrolet Uplander LS & LT |
Body style / driveline: |
Front-drive, front-engine, 7-passenger crossover sport van |
Construction: |
Unibody design with ladder-frame underbody construction; stamped steel |
EPA vehicle class: |
Mid-van |
Manufacturing location: |
Doraville, Ga. |
Key competitors: |
Dodge Grand Caravan, Ford Freestar, Honda Odyssey, Toyota Sienna, Mercury Monterey, Nissan Quest, Hyundai Entourage and Kia Sedona |
Engine
Type: |
3.9L 60-degree V-6 VVT (LZ9) |
Displacement (cc / cu in): |
3880 / 237 |
Bore & stroke (mm / in): |
99 x 84 / 3.90 x 3.31 |
Block material: |
Cast iron |
Cylinder head material: |
Cast aluminum |
Valvetrain: |
Overhead valve, 2 valves per cylinder, continuously variable valve timing |
Ignition system: |
Quick Sync 58X; platinum-tipped spark plugs, low resistance spark plug wires |
Fuel delivery: |
Sequential electronic multi-port fuel injection |
Compression ratio: |
9.8:1 |
Horsepower (hp / kW @rpm): |
240 / 179 @ 6000* |
Torque (lb-ft / Nm@ rpm): |
240 / 325 @ 4800* |
Recommended fuel: |
Regular unleaded |
Maximum engine speed (rpm): |
6400 |
Emissions controls: |
Close-coupled catalytic converter, Quick Sync 58X ignition, returnless fuel rail, fast-response O² sensor |
Estimated fuel consumption: |
|
Mi / imp.gal (city / hwy / combined) |
22 / 33 / 25 |
L / 100km (city / hwy / combined) |
13.1 / 8.5 / 11.1 |
Transmission
Hydra-Matic 4T65 (M33) | |
Type: |
4-speed automatic |
Gear ratios (:1): |
|
First: |
2.92 |
Second: |
1.57 |
Third: |
1.00 |
Fourth: |
0.70 |
Reverse: |
2.38 |
Final drive ratio: |
3.29 |
Chassis/Suspension
Front: |
Independent, MacPherson strut with coil springs (27 Nm); L-shaped stamped lower control arms and aluminum knuckles |
Rear: |
Open-section twist axle with integral stabilizer bar, trailing arms with hydraulic bushings |
Steering type: |
Power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
Steering ratio: |
Variable, 17.6:1 |
Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock: |
3.05 |
Turing diameter, curb-to-curb (m / ft): |
12.0 / 39.4 (reg. length) |
Brakes
Type: |
Power-assisted, 16-inch single-piston vented front / rear discs; std 4-wheel ABS |
Rotor diameter x thickness (mm / in): |
front: 297 x 32 / 11.7 x 1.3 |
Total swept area (sq cm / sq in): |
front: 196 / 30.38 |
Wheels/Tires
Wheel size and type: |
17 x 6.5-inch steel with styled bolt-on cover and 5-spoke design (std.); 5-spoke silver painted aluminum (opt.) |
Tires: |
P225/60R17 Goodyear all-season touring |
Dimensions
Exterior
Regular Wheelbase |
Extended Wheelbase | |
Wheelbase (mm / in): |
2870 / 113 |
3077 / 121.1 |
Overall length (mm / in): |
4851 / 191 |
5191 / 204 |
Width (mm / in): |
1830 / 72 |
1830 / 72 |
Height, without rack (mm / in): |
1790 / 70.5 |
1830 / 72 |
Track (mm / in): |
front: 1586 / 62.4 |
front: 1586 / 62.4 |
Min. ground clearance (mm / in): |
139 / 5.5 |
139 / 5.5 |
Step-in height (mm / in): |
438.4 / 17.3 |
438.4 / 17.3 |
Curb weight (kg / lb): |
1853 / 4084 |
2028 / 4470 |
Interior
Regular Wheelbase |
Extended Wheelbase | |
Headroom (mm / in): |
front: 1011 / 39.8 |
front: 1011 / 39.8 |
Legroom (mm / in): |
front: 1013 / 39.9 |
front: 1013 / 39.9 |
Shoulder room (mm / in): |
front: 1521 / 59.9 |
front: 1521 / 59.9 |
Capacities
Regular Wheelbase |
Extended Wheelbase | |
Seating capacity (front / middle / rear): |
front :2 |
front :2 |
Cargo volume (L / cu ft): |
3401.2 / 120.1 |
3865.7 / 136.5 |
Trailer towing, with towing package (kg / lb): |
1588 / 3500 |
1588 / 3500 |
Gross vehicle weight rating (kg / lb): |
2550 / 5622 |
2550 / 5622 |
Fuel tank (L / imp.gal): |
76 / 16.7 |
95 / 21 |
* SAE certified. A new voluntary power and torque certification procedure developed by the SAE Engine Test Code committee was approved March 31, 2005. This procedure (J2723) ensures fair, accurate ratings for horsepower and torque by allowing manufacturers to certify their engines through third-party witness testing. GM was the first auto manufacturer to begin using the procedure and expects to use it for all newly rated engines in the future.
STANDARD AND OPTIONAL FEATURES
EXTERIOR FEATURES |
LS |
LT1 |
LT2 |
Glass - Solar-Ray tinted, light-tinted behind front doors (RWB) |
S |
- |
- |
Glass - Solar-Ray tinted, deep-tinted behind front doors (optional on LS RWB) |
S |
S |
S |
Mirrors - foldaway, power remote control, heated |
S |
S |
S |
Mouldings - bodyside, black |
S |
- |
- |
Mouldings - bodyside, body-colour |
- |
S |
S |
Roof rack - roof-mounted, black, includes side rails only (not available on LT2 EWB) |
O |
S |
S |
Roof rack - roof-mounted, sport brushed aluminum, includes side rails only (EWB) |
- |
O |
S |
Side doors - dual, side sliding |
S |
S |
S |
Side door - power passenger-side, sliding with remote open/close feature |
- |
O |
O |
Side door - power driver-side, sliding with remote open/close feature (requires available Dual Power Sliding Door Package) (EWB) |
- |
- |
O |
Tires - P225/60R17 all-season, blackwall |
S |
S |
S |
Wheels - 17" x 6.5" steel with bolt-on wheel covers |
S |
S |
- |
Wheels - 17" x 6.5" aluminum |
- |
O |
S |
Wheels - 17" x 6.5" machine-faced aluminum |
- |
- |
O |
Windshield wipers - 2-speed with variable delay (intermittent) |
S |
S |
S |
Wiper/washer - rear-window (fixed intermittent) |
S |
S |
S |
Dual Power Sliding Door Package - includes power driver and passenger-side sliding doors, ultrasonic rear parking assist and DVD entertainment system (EWB) |
- |
- |
O |
INTERIOR FEATURES |
LS |
LT1 |
LT2 |
Air conditioning - with particle filter (not available on LT2 EWB) |
S |
S |
S |
Air conditioning - manual dual zone with particle filter (EWB) |
- |
- |
S |
Air conditioning - rear (includes rear heating and cooling) (EWB) |
O |
O |
S |
Auxiliary power outlet - front (2) |
S |
S |
S |
Auxiliary power outlet - rear 110 volt (EWB) |
- |
- |
O |
Cargo convenience net - rear |
O |
O |
O |
Cargo convenience centre - rear, removable 4-compartment cargo organizer (EWB) |
S |
S |
S |
Console - Overhead Rail System (optional on LS RWB) |
S |
S |
S |
Console - overhead storage bin, Overhead Rail System mounted (optional on LS RWB) |
S |
S |
S |
Cruise control - electronic with resume, coast and decelerate/accelerate features |
O |
S |
S |
Defogger - electric rear-window |
S |
S |
S |
Floor mats - front- 2nd- and 3rd-row, carpeted |
O |
S |
S |
Instrumentation - analogue gauges (includes tachometer, speedometer, coolant temperature and fuel gauge), low oil pressure, GM Oil Life Monitoring System, tire pressure monitoring system and low coolant level indicator |
S |
S |
S |
Instrumentation - Driver Information Centre, reconfigurable |
- |
- |
S |
Lighting - overhead front, centre and rear courtesy, cargo area, programmable delayed entry/exit with ignition key removal and theatre dimming |
S |
S |
S |
Retained accessory power |
S |
S |
S |
Steering column - tilt adjustable |
S |
S |
S |
Steering wheel - leather-wrapped with sound system controls |
- |
- |
S |
Storage - cupholders, front door map pockets, 3rd-row covered armrests with storage (RWB) and glovebox |
S |
S |
S |
Sunshades - LH and RH padded; vanity mirrors |
S |
S |
- |
Sunshades - LH and RH padded; illuminated vanity mirrors |
- |
- |
S |
Windows - power, driver's express-down feature |
S |
S |
S |
Windows - power, swing-out rear quarter |
- |
O |
S |
Convenience Package - includes power 6-way driver seat adjuster, power passenger-side sliding side door and driver and front-passenger, seat-mounted side-impact air bags |
- |
O |
- |
SEATS |
LS |
LT1 |
LT2 |
Cloth reclining front captain seats with inboard armrests, two 2nd-row flip-and-fold modular bucket seats, 3rd-row 50/50 removable fold-flat split-bench seat and front-row seatback storage compartments |
S |
- |
- |
Custom cloth reclining front captain seats with inboard armrests, two 2nd-row flip-and-fold modular bucket seats, 3rd-row 50/50 removable fold-flat split-bench seat, front- row seatback storage compartments and integral child seat |
- |
S |
- |
Custom cloth reclining front bucket seats with inboard armrests, two 2nd-row captain's seats, 3rd-row 50/50 removable fold-flat split-bench seat, front- and 2nd-row seatback storage compartments and integrated cupholders on 2nd-row (not available with front or 2nd-row seat- mounted side-impact air bags or Convenience Package; deletes integral child seat) |
- |
O |
- |
Custom cloth reclining front bucket seats with inboard armrests, two 2nd-row captain's seats, 3rd-row 50/50 removable fold-flat split-bench seat, front- and 2nd-row seatback storage compartments and food management trays (requires available front- or front- and 2nd-row seat- mounted side-impact air bags; deletes integral child seat on LT1) |
- |
O |
S |
Leather-appointed seating surfaces, heated reclining front captain's seats with inboard armrests, two 2nd-row captain's seats, 3rd-row 50/50 removable fold-flat split-bench seat, front- and 2nd-row seatback storage compartments and food management trays (includes available power 6-way front passenger seat adjuster; requires DVD entertainment system; leather-appointed seating surfaces included on 1st and 2nd rows only, 3rd-row bench is vinyl covered) |
- |
- |
O |
Power 6-way driver's seat-adjuster (requires available front- row seat-mounted side-impact air bags on LT1 RWB; requires front- or front- and 2nd-row seat-mounted side- impact air bags on LT1 EWB) |
- |
O |
S |
Front-row food management tray (requires available front- row seat-mounted side-impact air bags on LT1) |
- |
O |
S |
Second-row food management tray (included with available seating package on LT1) |
- |
O |
S |
ENTERTAINMENT |
LS |
LT1 |
LT2 |
All Uplander sound systems include an electronically tuned AM/FM stereo with seek/scan, auto tone control, Radio Data System (RDS), TheftLock, auxiliary audio input jack and digital clock |
S |
S |
S |
AM/FM stereo with CD player and MP3 playback |
S |
S |
S |
DVD entertainment system - includes overhead fold-down 203 mm (8 in.) LCD colour monitor, DVD player, remote control, video camera and video game (RCA) input jacks, 2 wireless headphones and audio controls (requires available Overhead Rail System on LS RWB) |
O |
O |
O |
2 additional wireless headphones (requires available DVD entertainment system) |
O |
O |
O |
XM Satellite Radio (includes three trial months beyond which service fees apply; available in 10 Canadian provinces and 48 contiguous United States) |
O |
O |
S |
Speaker system - 4 extended-range speakers (RWB) |
S |
S |
S |
Speaker system - 8 extended-range speakers (EWB) |
S |
S |
S |
MECHANICAL |
LS |
LT1 |
LT2 |
Battery - with run-down protection |
S |
S |
S |
Brakes - power, 4-wheel disc |
S |
S |
S |
Brakes - 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) |
S |
S |
S |
Engine - 3.9L V6 VVT with SFI |
S |
S |
S |
Engine - block heater |
S |
S |
S |
Exhaust system - aluminized stainless steel |
S |
S |
S |
Steering - power, rack-and-pinion |
S |
S |
S |
Suspension - Smooth Ride |
S |
S |
S |
Suspension - Sport, with automatic rear level control and accessory air inflator kit (requires available 17" aluminum wheels on LT1) |
- |
O |
O |
Trailer Towing Package - 1588 kg (3500 lb.) capacity, includes trailer wiring harness, heavy-duty signal flasher and Sport suspension (does not include hitch; requires available 17" aluminum wheels on LT1) (EWB) |
- |
O |
O |
Transmission - 4-speed automatic with overdrive |
S |
S |
S |
Vehicle remote starter system |
O |
O |
S |
SAFETY AND SECURITY |
LS |
LT1 |
LT2 |
Air bags - dual-stage, driver and front-passenger, frontal |
S |
S |
S |
Air bags - front-row, seat-mounted side-impact |
O |
O |
S |
Air bags - front- and second-row, seat-mounted side- impact; requires available 2nd-row captain seats (standard on LT2), power passenger-side door and DVD entertainment system (EWB) |
- |
O |
O |
Brake/transmission shift interlock |
S |
S |
S |
Door locks - power, programmable with delayed locking |
S |
S |
S |
Door locks - sliding side doors, child-security |
S |
S |
S |
Headlights - Daytime Running Lights with automatic light control |
S |
S |
S |
Keyless entry system - remote, extended range |
S |
S |
S |
OnStar In-Vehicle Communications and Assistance Service - includes 1 year of the Safe & Sound Plan |
S |
S |
S |
Safety restraints - LATCH (Lower Anchors and Top Tethers for CHildren), 2nd-row |
S |
S |
S |
StabiliTrak - electronic stability control system |
S |
S |
S |
Theft-deterrent system - electronic immobilizer |
S |
S |
S |
Traction control - electronic, full-function, engine and brakes |
S |
S |
S |
Ultrasonic rear parking assist - audible/visible rear obstacle detection (requires available power passenger-side door) (EWB) |
- |
- |
O |
Security Package - includes theft-deterrent system with audible/visible alarm and universal 3-channel programmable remote transmitter |
- |
O |
O |
Warranty - 3 year / 60,000 km, complete base warranty coverage (Whichever comes first, to correct any defects in materials or workmanship occurring during the warranty period. Regular maintenance is not included. Other restrictions, exclusions and limitations apply. See your dealer for complete details of the GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty.) |
S |
S |
S |
Warranty - 5 year / 160,000 km, powertrain component warranty with $0 deductible (Whichever comes first. Conditions and limitations apply. See your dealer for details.) |
S |
S |
S |
S - Standard Equipment. O - Optional Equipment.