Cars.com (2003)
An anti-theft engine immobilizer and daytime running lights are standard.

Detroit News (2003)
The Ascender will be the first vehicle built on a General Motors platform by one of its affiliates for sale in the U.S.

Edmunds (2003)
Besides the usual offroad-friendly high- and low-range gearing, the 4WD system includes an automatic mode that routes power to the front axle when slippage is detected at the rear wheels. Four-wheel antilock disc brakes will be standard across the model line.

New Car Test Drive (2003)
The interior is similar to that of the GMC Envoy and Chevrolet TrailBlazer. The second and third row seats tip and tumble to form a flat load floor.