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  • 4dr Ext WB
    Starts at
    $23,165
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Ext WB Plus
    Starts at
    $23,365
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Ext WB Plus w/Y3H Mobility
    Starts at
    $23,365
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Ext WB LS
    Starts at
    $26,835
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Ext WB LS w/Y3G Mobility
    Starts at
    $26,835
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Ext WB LT
    Starts at
    $30,760
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
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Notable features

Extended-length minivan
Available DVD entertainment
Optional XM Satellite Radio and MP3 radio
New Sport Touring Package for LS
Seven- or eight-passenger seating

The good & the bad

The good

Interior space
Ride comfort
Automatic-transmission operation
Performance

The bad

Stability in curves
Backseat comfort
Resale value

Expert 2005 Chevrolet Venture review

our expert's take
Our expert's take
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our expert's take

Vehicle Overview
Closely related to the Pontiac Montana, the Venture is Chevrolet’s front-wheel-drive minivan. It’s available in Plus, LS and LT trim levels. New for 2005, the LS Sport Touring Package includes an FE4 touring suspension, automatic level control, an onboard inflator kit and 16-inch chrome-plated aluminum wheels.

Only extended-length Ventures are offered for 2005, and all-wheel drive is no longer available. Ventures get only an abbreviated model run before they disappear, supplanted by Chevrolet’s new Uplander minivan.

Dating back to the introduction of the Lumina APV in 1990, Chevrolet’s version has been the low-priced, value-oriented member of General Motors’ front-drive minivan lineup. Renamed the Venture as part of its 1997 redesign, Chevy’s minivan has handily exceeded the combined annual sales of its GM companions, the Montana and the now-defunct Oldsmobile Silhouette.

Exterior
Extended-length Ventures have a 120-inch wheelbase and stretch 200.9 inches from stem to stern. All Ventures have dual sliding side doors. A powered right-side door is standard on the LT edition and optional on the LS model. Power operation of the sliding door on the driver’s side is also available. Standard tires measure 15 inches in diameter, on steel or cast-aluminum wheels, but 16-inch chrome-plated wheels are optional. A sport suspension is standard on the LT and optional on the LS.

Interior
Seating for seven occupants is standard, but eight-passenger capacity is optional in the LS and LT. The standard setup includes a two-passenger split-folding bench seat in the second row and a three-place split bench seat in the third row. Captain’s chairs for the second row are available.

All seats except the front buckets can be removed; this allows for cargo volume of 140.7 cubic feet. Space behind the third-row seat totals 31.5 cubic feet. Air conditioning, power windows and locks, and a tilt steering wheel are standard. GM’s OnStar communication system can be installed. Ventures can be equipped with Mobility packages for disabled occupants that include a dealer-installed Sit-N-Lift power seat.

Under the Hood
A 3.4-liter V-6 sends 185 horsepower to a four-speed-automatic transmission. Traction control is optional.

Safety
Antilock brakes are standard on LS and LT models and optional on the Plus minivan. Optional equipment includes side-impact airbags and a rear parking-assist function that emits an audible warning as you approach an obstacle to the rear while backing up. LATCH child-safety seat tethers are installed.

Driving Impressions
Ride quality in the Venture is pleasing, and performance is a definite plus. The Venture is energetic when starting from a standstill, and it passes and merges effectively. GM’s solid powertrain functions with impressive competence and delivers smooth and prompt gear changes.

Handling is fine on the highway, and the Venture steers with a light touch. However, this minivan isn’t as stable in curves as some of its rivals. Overall, the Venture fails to stand above the minivan pack.

2005 Chevrolet Venture review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview
Closely related to the Pontiac Montana, the Venture is Chevrolet’s front-wheel-drive minivan. It’s available in Plus, LS and LT trim levels. New for 2005, the LS Sport Touring Package includes an FE4 touring suspension, automatic level control, an onboard inflator kit and 16-inch chrome-plated aluminum wheels.

Only extended-length Ventures are offered for 2005, and all-wheel drive is no longer available. Ventures get only an abbreviated model run before they disappear, supplanted by Chevrolet’s new Uplander minivan.

Dating back to the introduction of the Lumina APV in 1990, Chevrolet’s version has been the low-priced, value-oriented member of General Motors’ front-drive minivan lineup. Renamed the Venture as part of its 1997 redesign, Chevy’s minivan has handily exceeded the combined annual sales of its GM companions, the Montana and the now-defunct Oldsmobile Silhouette.

Exterior
Extended-length Ventures have a 120-inch wheelbase and stretch 200.9 inches from stem to stern. All Ventures have dual sliding side doors. A powered right-side door is standard on the LT edition and optional on the LS model. Power operation of the sliding door on the driver’s side is also available. Standard tires measure 15 inches in diameter, on steel or cast-aluminum wheels, but 16-inch chrome-plated wheels are optional. A sport suspension is standard on the LT and optional on the LS.

Interior
Seating for seven occupants is standard, but eight-passenger capacity is optional in the LS and LT. The standard setup includes a two-passenger split-folding bench seat in the second row and a three-place split bench seat in the third row. Captain’s chairs for the second row are available.

All seats except the front buckets can be removed; this allows for cargo volume of 140.7 cubic feet. Space behind the third-row seat totals 31.5 cubic feet. Air conditioning, power windows and locks, and a tilt steering wheel are standard. GM’s OnStar communication system can be installed. Ventures can be equipped with Mobility packages for disabled occupants that include a dealer-installed Sit-N-Lift power seat.

Under the Hood
A 3.4-liter V-6 sends 185 horsepower to a four-speed-automatic transmission. Traction control is optional.

Safety
Antilock brakes are standard on LS and LT models and optional on the Plus minivan. Optional equipment includes side-impact airbags and a rear parking-assist function that emits an audible warning as you approach an obstacle to the rear while backing up. LATCH child-safety seat tethers are installed.

Driving Impressions
Ride quality in the Venture is pleasing, and performance is a definite plus. The Venture is energetic when starting from a standstill, and it passes and merges effectively. GM’s solid powertrain functions with impressive competence and delivers smooth and prompt gear changes.

Handling is fine on the highway, and the Venture steers with a light touch. However, this minivan isn’t as stable in curves as some of its rivals. Overall, the Venture fails to stand above the minivan pack.

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
6 years / 100,000 miles
Powertrain
3 years / 36,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 model years or newer / up to 75,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12,000 miles bumper-to-bumper original warranty, then may continue to 6 years / 100,000 miles limited (depending on variables)
Dealer certification
172-point inspection

Consumer reviews

4.9 / 5
Based on 9 reviews
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Comfort 4.6
Interior 4.2
Performance 4.7
Value 4.8
Exterior 4.6
Reliability 4.9

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  • Best Vehicle I"ve ever owned

    Super performance, Ton's of room (with rear seats removed I can things like full sheets of plywood.), very dependable. Mine has over 200,000 miles and still going. Only prob. I fore see is where the alternator is located.. alternators go out normally before 200,000 miles and the eng has to be pulled to get to it. This may be a very costly fix when mine needs to be replaced. : (
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Have kids?....enough said

    Great vehicle, spacious, reliable, and if you have children and are always carting them and their friends around then this vehicle is the one you want!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Pleasantly Surprised

    A great buy for our family of eight. The built-in car seat is a HUGE hit with my wife. More storage space in the back than our previous van. Would have liked double automatic sliding doors, but the non-auto one opens/closes easily. The van seems a little lighter (less crash safe) than the Ford Windstar we owned previously, but it makes up for that in gas mileage & performance. ABS system needs a little work as it makes noise when van hits bumps, but that doesn't dramatically affect braking. With over 110k miles, something is bound to need repair. Overall, we found a nice surprise in this 2005.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • You Will Not Be Sorry!!

    I bought a 99 Venture 5 years ago and Im still driving it today!! It has been an exceptional vehicle!! I've done almost NOTHING to it and its still going strong (we're at about 160,000 miles now). I've replaced the brake pads twice, bought a few new tires and the poor thing has only gotten an oil change about once a year and it's still never left me stranded and always starts even when its been -35 for a week straight(I live in Iowa). Oh and I had to replace a taillight fixture thing. I will be sad to see this one go!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Extremely comfortable vehicle.

    It wasn't what I had in mind at the time. The salesperson convinced me to just try it. I've had Chevy and Ford Mini-Vans before, but this is by far a better vehicle. Handles nice, excellent performance, power is exceptional, mileage is excellent. 19-20 in City, 27-28 on the highway. Much better than any vehicle I had before. It's loaded with all the bells and whistles and I love it. My Venture is a 2005 model. Only had 29,000 on it 2 months ago when I bought it.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • I LOVE THIS VAN!!!

    I bought this van used with about 125,000mi on it. I was very nervous about the mileage, but 2 years later and I am very happy I deciding to buy it! I have NEVER had a major problem with this van. I had to reprogram the automatic sliding doors but that's it. I love its city 19 mpg, and hwy 26 mpg makes for great road trips. For a van that is an excellent mpg. WHY DID CHEVY STOP MAKING THEM???!!!! I would have loved to buy a new one.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Most reliable minivan t've owned

    this van is the best but i am mad that gm stop makeing ventures. it always a venture with your driveing a venture i kown what gm made to REPLACE THE VENTURE THE UPLANDER i like them to the bad thing is that it has 12 recalls :(
    • Purchased a New car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • cool van

    i got got one in 2005 it was the best minivan i had i liked a lot 26 mpg is a lot for a minivan get one you will love it ps the crash test is NOT BAD OK look it up on youtube its ok
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Off-roading
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 1.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Solid Performance without Hype

    Solidly gets 18+ local driving and 24-27mpg highway lightly loaded, and 22 highway under full-load at greater than 70mph, better than the highly rated Honda and Toyota competitors. The LT long-bed provides ample storage capacity, without much difficulty to remove middle and rear seats. Middle and rear seats are adequate for short trips, but a little thinly padded for adults on longer trips. After nearly 5 years, only reliability problem was central electronic module replaced under warranty.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2005 Chevrolet Venture?

The 2005 Chevrolet Venture is available in 6 trim levels:

  • (1 style)
  • LS (1 style)
  • LS w/Y3G Mobility (1 style)
  • LT (1 style)
  • Plus (1 style)
  • Plus w/Y3H Mobility (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2005 Chevrolet Venture?

The 2005 Chevrolet Venture offers up to 19 MPG in city driving and 26 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

Is the 2005 Chevrolet Venture reliable?

The 2005 Chevrolet Venture has an average reliability rating of 4.9 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2005 Chevrolet Venture owners.

Is the 2005 Chevrolet Venture a good Minivan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2005 Chevrolet Venture. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.9 / 5
Based on 9 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.6
  • Interior: 4.2
  • Performance: 4.7
  • Value: 4.8
  • Exterior: 4.6
  • Reliability: 4.9
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