What kind of minivan does Chevy make?
Chevrolet does not currently produce a traditional minivan. The closest options for family hauling are the three-row Traverse SUV and the Express full-size van, while historical Chevy minivans are no longer in production. This article explains what Chevy offers today, how the brand approached the minivan market in the past, and where customers can find alternatives.
Chevrolet's current family-hauling options
The modern Chevrolet lineup centers on two vehicles that serve families: a spacious three-row SUV and a large cargo/passenger van. Here are the key models and what they bring to families seeking space or versatility.
- Chevrolet Traverse — a three-row crossover SUV with seating for up to eight passengers and flexible interior configurations.
- Chevrolet Express — a full-size van offered in passenger and cargo configurations, known for maximum interior space and durability.
Taken together, these are Chevy's current options for families seeking space, rather than a traditional minivan.
Chevrolet's minivan history
Chevrolet has produced several minivan-style models over the years, but none are part of the current lineup. The brand's minivan era includes several generations and configurations produced from the late 1980s through the 2000s.
- Lumina APV (1989–1996) — an early GM minivan-style model with sliding doors and front- or rear-wheel drive, part of the APV van family.
- Venture (1997–2004) — a mid-to-late-1990s minivan built on GM's platform aimed at family practicality and seating flexibility.
- Uplander (2005–2009) — the last traditional Chevy minivan, discontinued as GM shifted focus toward SUVs and crossovers.
These models illustrate Chevy's minivan history; none remain in production today.
International markets and MPVs
In some global markets, Chevrolet has sold minivan-type vehicles such as the Orlando MPV (developed with GM Daewoo) in Europe and other regions, but these were not sold in the United States as Chevrolet minivans. The Orlando was available during the early- to mid-2010s in specific markets and was not kept in the lineup long-term.
Summary
Bottom line: Chevy does not currently offer a traditional minivan in the United States. For families, the Traverse and Express provide space and versatility as the closest current alternatives, while Chevy’s minivan legacy lives on in its history of past models.
