| Model Year | 2008 | 2020 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Uplander | Buick Encore GX | |
| Engine | 3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4800 |
turbocharged 1.3L I3 DOHC-4v 155 hp@5600 174 lb-ft@1600 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 7-speed shiftable CVT | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 102.2 in | 18.9 in |
| Length | 204.4 in | 171.4 in | 33 in |
| Width | 72.0 in | 71.4 in | 0.6 in |
| Height | 72.1 in | 64.1 in | 8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4470 lb. | 3075 lb. | 1395 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 25.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 11.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.7 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.9 in | 55.4 in | 4.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 51.9 in | 3.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 40.9 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 38.1 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.2 in | 53.6 in | 7.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 61.6 in | 47.5 in | 14.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 36.0 in | 2.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.2 in | 0.0 in | 38.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 48.6 in | 0.0 in | 48.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 0.0 in | 48.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 36.2 in | 0.0 in | 36.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 115 in (over 3 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 26.9 ft3 | 23.5 ft3 | 3.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 74.1 ft3 | 23.5 | 50.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 136.5 ft3 | 50.2 ft3 | 86.3 ft3 |
| 2008 Chevrolet Uplander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan 240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Good for hauling the family and cargo . see full Chevrolet Uplander review |
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