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| image          = [[Image:Chevrolet Uplander LWB.jpg|250px|Chevrolet Uplander LWB]]
|image          = [[Image:1996ChevroletBeretta-front.jpg|250px]]
| name          = Chevrolet Uplander
|name          = Chevrolet Beretta
| manufacturer  = [[General Motors]]
|manufacturer  = [[Chevrolet]]
| production    = 2005–2009
|parent_company = [[General Motors]]
| predecessor    = [[Chevrolet Venture]]<br>[[Chevrolet Astro]]
|production    = 1987–1996
| successor      = [[Chevrolet Traverse]] (For long wheelbase version)
|class          = [[Sport Compact]]
| class          = [[Minivan]]
|body_style    = 2-door [[coupé]]
| body_style    = 4-door [[minivan]]
|transmission  = 3-speed ''[[GM 3T40 transmission|3T40]]'' automatic<br>4-speed ''[[GM 4T60-E transmission|4T60-E]]'' automatic<br>5-speed manual
| platform      = [[GM U platform|U-body]]
|layout        = [[FF layout]]
| related        = [[Saturn Relay]]<br>[[Buick Terraza]]<br>[[Pontiac Montana SV6]]<br>[[Buick GL8]]<br>[[Buick Rendezvous]]<Br>[[Pontiac Aztek]]
|platform      = [[GM L platform|L-body]]
| engine        = {{nowrap|{{auto cc|3498}} ''[[GM High Value engine#LX9|LX9]]'' [[V6]]<ref>http://media.gm.com/division/2005_prodinfo/chevrolet/trucks/uplander/index.html</ref>}}<br>{{nowrap|{{auto cc|3880}} ''[[GM High Value engine#LZ9|LZ9]]'' V6<ref name=2007specs>http://media.gm.com/us/chevrolet/en/product_services/r_trucks/r_c_uplander/07index.html</ref>}}<br>{{nowrap|{{auto cc|3880}} ''[[GM High Value engine#LGD|LGD]]'' V6<ref name=2007specs/>}}
|related        = [[Chevrolet Corsica]]<br>[[Pontiac Tempest]]
| wheelbase      = {{auto in|113.0|0}} (SWB)<br>{{auto in|121.1|0}} (LWB)
|predecessor    = [[Chevrolet Citation]]
| length         = {{auto in|191.0|0}} (SWB)<br>{{auto in|204.3|0}} (LWB)
|successor      = [[Chevrolet Malibu]]
| width          = {{auto in|72.0|0}}
|wheelbase      = {{Auto in|103.4|0}}
| layout        = [[Front-engine design|Front engine]], [[front-wheel drive]] / [[four-wheel drive]]
|assembly      = [[Wilmington, Delaware]], [[USA]]<br>[[Linden, New Jersey]], [[USA]]
| height        = {{auto in|70.5|0}} (SWB)<br>{{auto in|72.0|0}} (LWB)
|length        = {{Auto in|187.2|0}}
| transmission  = 4-speed [[Automatic transmission|automatic]]
|width          = 1988-1990: {{Auto in|68.2|0}}<br>1991-96: {{Auto in|67.9|0}}
| fuel_capacity  = {{Convert|20|usgal|L impgal|1}}The extended wheel base model has a 25 gal. capacity
|height         = 1988-1990: {{Auto in|55.3|0}}<br>1991-96: {{Auto in|53.2|0}}
| assembly      = [[Doraville, Georgia]], [[USA]]
|engine        = [[GM 122 engine|2.0 L]] [[Straight-4|I4]]<br>[[GM 122 engine|2.2 L]] I4<br>2.3&nbsp;L [[GM Quad-4 engine|Quad-4]]<br>2.8 L [[V6]]<br>3.1 L [[GM 60-Degree_V6_engine#LH0|LH0]] V6<br>3.1L [[GM 60-Degree_V6_engine#L82|"3100 SFI"]] V6
|fuel_capacity  = {{Convert|15.2|usgal|L impgal|1}}
}}
}}
[[Image:Chevrolet-Uplander-LS-SWB.jpg|200px|thumb|left|Chevrolet Uplander LS SWB]]
The '''Chevrolet Beretta''' was a [[front wheel drive]] [[coupé]] produced by the [[Chevrolet]] division of [[General Motors]] from 1987 through 1996. It was built in [[Wilmington, Delaware]] and [[Linden, New Jersey]] along with its [[GM L platform]] mates, the [[Chevrolet Corsica]] and the [[Canada]]-only [[Pontiac Tempest]] [[sedan (car)|sedan]]. The Beretta was designed in Chevrolet Exterior Studio 3, the same design studio as the [[Chevrolet Camaro]] and [[Chevrolet Corvette|Corvette]], but the Beretta slotted below the two.
The '''Chevrolet Uplander''' is a [[Minivan]] introduced by the [[Chevrolet]] division of [[General Motors]], replacing the [[Chevrolet Venture|Venture]] and [[Chevrolet Astro|Astro]]. It is known as one of the first crossovers between the [[minivan]] and the [[SUV]]. Although introduced for the 2005 model year, it overlapped with the final model years of the Venture (on which the Uplander is heavily based) and Astro. It is built on the same platform as the [[Saturn Relay]], [[Buick Terraza]], and [[Pontiac Montana SV6]].   The van is built near [[Atlanta, Georgia]]. On [[November 21]], [[2005]], GM announced that it would close the [[Doraville, Georgia]] [[Doraville Assembly|assembly plant]], which produces the Uplander, in late 2008.
 
There were three versions of the Beretta produced, Base/CL, GT, and higher-end GTU/Indy/GTZ/Z26. A Beretta convertible was the [[pace car]] for the 1990 [[Indianapolis 500]]. Chevrolet announced a production version of the Beretta convertible for sale in the 1990 model year, but the vehicle never reached showrooms.
 
[[Image:1990 Chevrolet Beretta Indy Pace Car.JPG|left|thumb|1990 Chevrolet Beretta Indy Pace Car replica]]


Of the four vehicles sharing this platform, there are few differences. The most significant of these is the offering of an integrated child seat in the Uplander LS and that, in the U.S. market, the Uplander is offered in two wheelbases and a cargo version. [[Suggested retail price]] for the Uplander ranges from [[United States dollar|US$]]21,250–33,795, depending on options. The Uplander is exported to [[Canada]], [[Chile]], [[Mexico]], and the [[Middle East]]. It was also the last minivan to be sold in two wheelbases for the Canadian market, since the short-wheelbase [[Kia Sedona]] isn't sold there.
The GTU was a special Beretta model on sale from 1988-89. Each was made by taking a fully loaded Beretta GT (w/ Z51 suspension package) and shipping it to Cars and Concepts. They equipped it with 16x7" aluminum alloy wheels, custom ground effects, rear spoiler, mirrors, custom trim, and decals. With the stiffer suspension equipped on the GTUs, these cars were capable of 0.92 G on the skidpad, well above most cars available. GTUs came in black, white, or red.


The four minivans all share a common platform and come equipped with a standard [[MP3]]/[[CD player]]. The Uplander and its siblings are all similarly styled, trying to appear more SUV-like with their relatively long, level hoods and tall front fascias.
The GTZ was the high-performance Beretta, and was produced from 1990-1993. It came standard with Oldsmobile's 2.3&nbsp;L High Output [[GM Quad-4 engine|Quad 4]], which produced 180&nbsp;hp (134&nbsp;kW) and 160&nbsp;ft·lbf (217&nbsp;N·m) of torque. Also standard was a [[Getrag]] 5-speed [[manual transmission]] and GM's [[FE7]] performance suspension. The car posted a 0-to-60&nbsp;mph time of 7.6 seconds and one of the fastest slalom speeds of any front wheel drive car tested, even besting the rear wheel drive Chevrolet Camaro. Motor Trend's only complaint was the Quad 4's NVH (noise, vibration and harshness) and noted it was one of the most raucous engines of its time. Beginning in 1991 the 3.1&nbsp;L V6 could be had as an option on the GTZ, but it was only available with a 3-speed automatic transmission that reduced the 0-to-60&nbsp;mph time to around 9.0 seconds. The 3.1&nbsp;L V6 was standard on 1990-1992 GT models and optional for all base models and GTs in 1993. Starting in the 1994 model year the 3.1&nbsp;L [[V6]] could only be ordered with an [[automatic transmission]].


==Year to year changes==
The 1991 model year saw major interior updates, including a new dashboard/center console and the addition of a driver's side airbag.
'''2005''': The Uplander was initially offered with 3.5&nbsp;L [[GM High Value engine#LX9|High Value 3500 LX9]] [[V6]] that generates 200&nbsp;hp (149&nbsp;kW) and 220&nbsp;ft·lbf (298&nbsp;N·m).<br>
'''2006''': A 3.9&nbsp;L [[GM High Value engine#LZ9|LZ9]] V6, with 240 hp (179 kW) and 240ft·lbf (332 Nm) torque, was added as an option.  The GM logo was added to the front doors.<br>
'''2007''': The 3.5&nbsp;L [[V6]] was dropped, leaving the 3.9&nbsp;L as the base engine. Consequently, the optional [[Four-wheel drive|AWD]] system was also dropped, since it could not handle the torque of the 3.9&nbsp;L engine. A [[flexible fuel|flex-fuel]] version of the 3.9&nbsp;L V6 also became available for 2007.<br>
'''2008''': The Uplander's last year for the USA, although production continues for export to Canada and Mexico until the 2009 model year, when General Motors will be closing the Doraville, Georgia plant where it is produced on [[26 September]], [[2008]] when the final vehicle rolled off the assembly line (a Canadian Version of a 2009 Pontiac Montana SV6 Short-Wheel-Base in Liquid Silver Metallic) and was replaced by the Chevrolet Traverse Crossover Vehicle. <ref>{{cite web |title = Data and Analysis: Industrial Activity April 2008 |url= http://www.frbatlanta.org/econ_rd/regional/ind_activity.cfm |publisher= Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta |accessdate = [[May 21]], [[2008]]}}</ref>


==Safety==
[[Image:1996ChevroletBeretta-rear.jpg|thumb|left|1996 Chevrolet Beretta Z26]]
According to the [[Insurance Institute for Highway Safety]], the Chevrolet Uplander has an improved crash test rating than its predecessor, the [[Chevrolet Venture|Venture]]. The Uplander, [[Pontiac Montana SV6]], [[Buick Terraza]] and [[Saturn Relay]] earned the highest rating of Good in the IIHS offset frontal crash test, but was rated only Acceptable and Poor in the IIHS side crash test with and without the optional side airbags, respectively.


==Uplander Discontinuation==
In 1994, the GT and GTZ were replaced by the Beretta Z26, which put it squarely between the Cavalier Z24 and Camaro Z28 in Chevrolet's lineup. The 3.1&nbsp;L V6 was redesigned and became the 3100 Series V6 and gained 20&nbsp;hp for a grand total of 160. The new 3100 V6 was only available with a new 4 speed Automatic transmission. The Quad 4 lost 10&nbsp;hp (7&nbsp;kW) in 1994, its last year of production. During all years of production, the 2.3&nbsp;L Quad 4 was only available with a 5-speed manual transmission. In 1995 the 3100 V6 lost 5 hp for a total of 155, which carried on to the 1996 model as well.
The Uplander was originally supposed to stay in production, but then ended up being discontinued due to it being over budget. It will continue production in Canada and Mexico for the 2009 model year. The last vehicle of this model produced was a Canadian version of a 2009 Pontiac Montana SV6 Short-Wheel-Base in Liquid Silver Metallic.


==References==
General Motors was sued by [[Beretta|Fabbrica d'Armi Pietro Beretta]] for trademark infringement over the naming of the Beretta. The suit was settled out-of-court in 1989; GM and Berreta exchanged symbolic gifts a Beretta GTU coupe and a pair of Beretta shotguns. GM donated [[USD|US$]]500,000  to a Beretta-sponsored charity which was also affiliated with the GM Cancer Research Foundation.
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http://www.ajc.com/business/content/business/stories/2008/09/16/doraville_gm_plans.html


==External links==
Beretta's sales steadily declined every year of production as the market turned away from two-door models, and in 1996, Chevrolet ended production of both the Beretta and Corsica after 10 model years. While the Corsica would be replaced in 1997 by the [[Chevrolet Malibu]], the Beretta would not be replaced.


*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lCqS1xIm4tg Video of Chevrolet Uplander's 5-Star Crash Test]
Models:
*[http://www.gmcanada.com/gm/english/vehicles/chevrolet/uplander/overview General Motors Canada: Chevrolet Uplander overview page]
* 1987-1996 CL/Base
* 1987-1993 GT
* 1988-1989 GTU
* 1990 Indy
* 1990-1993 GTZ
* 1994-1996 Z26


==Trivia==


The Hornet car from [[Daytona USA (arcade game)|Daytona USA]] game is based on a Chevrolet Beretta.


==External links==
*[http://www.beretta.net Beretta Net]
*[http://www.bstuff.com Beretta Stuff]
*[http://www.berettaspeed.com Beretta Speed]
*[http://www.beretta.lutjebroeker.nl Chevrolet Beretta Club Europe]


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Chevrolet Beretta
1996ChevroletBeretta-front.jpg
ManufacturerChevrolet
Parent companyGeneral Motors
Production1987–1996
AssemblyWilmington, Delaware, USA
Linden, New Jersey, USA
PredecessorChevrolet Citation
SuccessorChevrolet Malibu
ClassSport Compact
Body style(s)2-door coupé
LayoutFF layout
PlatformL-body
Engine(s)2.0 L I4
2.2 L I4
2.3 L Quad-4
2.8 L V6
3.1 L LH0 V6
3.1L "3100 SFI" V6
Transmission(s)3-speed 3T40 automatic
4-speed 4T60-E automatic
5-speed manual
Wheelbase103.4 in (2626 mm)
Length187.2 in (4755 mm)
Width1988-1990: 68.2 in (1732 mm)
1991-96: 67.9 in (1725 mm)
Height1988-1990: 55.3 in (1405 mm)
1991-96: 53.2 in (1351 mm)
Fuel capacity15.2 US gallons (57.5 L; 12.7 imp gal)
RelatedChevrolet Corsica
Pontiac Tempest
ManualsService Manual

The Chevrolet Beretta was a front wheel drive coupé produced by the Chevrolet division of General Motors from 1987 through 1996. It was built in Wilmington, Delaware and Linden, New Jersey along with its GM L platform mates, the Chevrolet Corsica and the Canada-only Pontiac Tempest sedan. The Beretta was designed in Chevrolet Exterior Studio 3, the same design studio as the Chevrolet Camaro and Corvette, but the Beretta slotted below the two.

There were three versions of the Beretta produced, Base/CL, GT, and higher-end GTU/Indy/GTZ/Z26. A Beretta convertible was the pace car for the 1990 Indianapolis 500. Chevrolet announced a production version of the Beretta convertible for sale in the 1990 model year, but the vehicle never reached showrooms.

1990 Chevrolet Beretta Indy Pace Car replica

The GTU was a special Beretta model on sale from 1988-89. Each was made by taking a fully loaded Beretta GT (w/ Z51 suspension package) and shipping it to Cars and Concepts. They equipped it with 16x7" aluminum alloy wheels, custom ground effects, rear spoiler, mirrors, custom trim, and decals. With the stiffer suspension equipped on the GTUs, these cars were capable of 0.92 G on the skidpad, well above most cars available. GTUs came in black, white, or red.

The GTZ was the high-performance Beretta, and was produced from 1990-1993. It came standard with Oldsmobile's 2.3 L High Output Quad 4, which produced 180 hp (134 kW) and 160 ft·lbf (217 N·m) of torque. Also standard was a Getrag 5-speed manual transmission and GM's FE7 performance suspension. The car posted a 0-to-60 mph time of 7.6 seconds and one of the fastest slalom speeds of any front wheel drive car tested, even besting the rear wheel drive Chevrolet Camaro. Motor Trend's only complaint was the Quad 4's NVH (noise, vibration and harshness) and noted it was one of the most raucous engines of its time. Beginning in 1991 the 3.1 L V6 could be had as an option on the GTZ, but it was only available with a 3-speed automatic transmission that reduced the 0-to-60 mph time to around 9.0 seconds. The 3.1 L V6 was standard on 1990-1992 GT models and optional for all base models and GTs in 1993. Starting in the 1994 model year the 3.1 L V6 could only be ordered with an automatic transmission.

The 1991 model year saw major interior updates, including a new dashboard/center console and the addition of a driver's side airbag.

1996 Chevrolet Beretta Z26

In 1994, the GT and GTZ were replaced by the Beretta Z26, which put it squarely between the Cavalier Z24 and Camaro Z28 in Chevrolet's lineup. The 3.1 L V6 was redesigned and became the 3100 Series V6 and gained 20 hp for a grand total of 160. The new 3100 V6 was only available with a new 4 speed Automatic transmission. The Quad 4 lost 10 hp (7 kW) in 1994, its last year of production. During all years of production, the 2.3 L Quad 4 was only available with a 5-speed manual transmission. In 1995 the 3100 V6 lost 5 hp for a total of 155, which carried on to the 1996 model as well.

General Motors was sued by Fabbrica d'Armi Pietro Beretta for trademark infringement over the naming of the Beretta. The suit was settled out-of-court in 1989; GM and Berreta exchanged symbolic gifts a Beretta GTU coupe and a pair of Beretta shotguns. GM donated US$500,000 to a Beretta-sponsored charity which was also affiliated with the GM Cancer Research Foundation.

Beretta's sales steadily declined every year of production as the market turned away from two-door models, and in 1996, Chevrolet ended production of both the Beretta and Corsica after 10 model years. While the Corsica would be replaced in 1997 by the Chevrolet Malibu, the Beretta would not be replaced.

Models:

  • 1987-1996 CL/Base
  • 1987-1993 GT
  • 1988-1989 GTU
  • 1990 Indy
  • 1990-1993 GTZ
  • 1994-1996 Z26

Trivia

The Hornet car from Daytona USA game is based on a Chevrolet Beretta.

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