Chevrolet Avalanche

Guide Note

The Avalanche is a passenger-focused pick-up truck introduced by Chevrolet in 2001.

Fast Facts

1. Class: Truck, SUV
2. Engine: 5.3 Liter V8, 6.0 Liter V8
3. Transmission: 4-speed automatic transmission
4. Fuel Efficiency: 14/20 (5.3 Liter), 11/15 (5.3 Liter Flex Fuel), 12/17 (6.0 Liter)
5. Power: 320 HP (5.3 Liter), 366 HP (6.0 Liter)
6. Torque: 340 lb-ft (5.3 Liter), 380 lb-ft (6.0 Liter)
7. MSRP: $33,435 - 43,875

• "Thanks to its practical convertible midgate configuration, the 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche remains one of the most desirable crew-cab pickups for carrying a combination of passengers and cargo."—Edmunds.com¹

• "Shopping for a pickup truck primarily for passenger use? Check out the Avalanche. This Recommended pickup offers a special blend of useful passenger accommodations, expandable cargo room, big-truck muscle, and friendly road manners."—ConsumerGuide²

• "...this truck has GM's innovative Midgate feature, which allows pass-through capability between the cargo box and the cabin, vastly increasing versatility. Maneuverability is an issue, however."—Car and Driver³

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