Three trim levels are available: GL, GLS and Premiere.All models come with a powerful V6 engine: a 185-horsepower 3.4-liter V6 attached to a four-speed automatic transmission. The engine sits in the usual sideways position, which allows maximum use of interior space. The firmer-riding Touring suspension with automatic load-leveling, once exclusive to the Premiere, is now standard on all Silhouettes.
This year, buyers can choose between front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive versions. Versatrak all-wheel drive adds $2570 to the prices of GLS and Premiere models, but it also adds greatly to safety and stability on slippery surfaces (see description below).
The base GL model ($27,560) packs a long list of luxury equipment that most other minivans offer as options or not at all. It comes with cloth upholstery, reclining front bucket seats with a six-way power driver's seat with memory control, second-row captain's chairs and a 50/50 split fold-down third row. OnStar is standard. Anti-lock brakes are standard. Cruise control, power programmable door locks, cargo nets, power windows, and a rear window wiper/washer are just a few of the key features that are standard.
The GLS ($31,635) would be the top of the line if it wasn't for the Premiere Edition and its fancy entertainment system. For starters, it comes with leather seating surfaces and a leather-wrapped steering wheel with touch controls. Front dual-zone air conditioning and separate rear heating and air conditioning allow passengers to tailor their temperature; an air-filtration system cuts pollen and odors. GLS also gets an extended overhead console with a driver information center, a premium stereo system, wider tires, aluminum wheels, and traction control