2007-13 Chevrolet Avalanche | Consumer Guide Auto

Large pickup truck; Built in Mexico

crew cab

longitudinal front-engine/rear- or 4-wheel drive

Good condition price range: $12,500 – $42,000*

2007 Chevrolet Avalanche

Pros:	Automatic-transmission performance Cargo room Control layout Ride Seat comfort
Cons:	Fuel economy Steering/handling

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Overview

Redesigned for 2007, Chevrolet’s reconfigurable pickup truck gained more power and features. Avalanche was essentially a crew-cab version of Chevrolet’s big Suburban sport-utility vehicle, but with a folding midgate separating the cab from the cargo bed. Lowering the midgate extended the bed from 5.3 feet to 8.2 feet. With the Avalanche, Chevrolet competed against such conventional full-size pickups as the Dodge Ram 1500, Ford F-150, and Toyota Tundra. Ford’s Explorer Sport Trac is set up on a similar principle, but smaller in size.

Chevrolet’s half-ton Avalanche 1500 model returned for 2007, but the three-quarter-ton 2500 was discontinued. Seating up to six, Avalanches came in LS, LT, and LTZ trim levels. A 320-horsepower, 5.3-liter V8 replaced the 2002-06 generation’s 295-hp, 5.3 V8. A 310-horsepower version of the 5.3-liter V8 that could run on ethanol-blended fuel (E85) was a no-cost option for 2WD models, and standard on 4WD editions. Optional on LT and LTZ was a 366-horsepower, 6.0-liter V8. All engines had GM’s Active Fuel Management cylinder deactivation. A four-speed automatic was the sole transmission.

Avalanches were available with rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive, which could be left engaged on dry pavement and included low-range gearing. Antilock braking and traction/antiskid control with rollover sensors were standard. GM’s Autoride load-leveling suspension was standard on LTZs, optional for LTs. Avalanche LTs also were available with Chevrolet’s Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package. Among newly available features were curtain side airbags that covered both seating rows, and included rollover deployment. Also newly available were rear obstacle detection and a rearview camera. Options included a navigation system and DVD backseat entertainment.

Yearly Updates

2008 Avalanche
Curtain airbags became standard on all Avalanche models for 2008.

2009 Avalanche
Avalanche got a 6-speed automatic transmission and a heavy-duty trailering package. Real-time traffic information was now available on models with the navigation system.

2010 Avalanche
The 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche lost its available 6.0-liter V8 engine, but was largely unchanged otherwise.

2011 Avalanche
The 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is largely unchanged.

2012 Avalanche
The 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche received only minor equipment revisions.

2013 Avalanche
Model-year 2013 was Avalanche’s last. All models received a “Black Diamond” designation with unique trim and badging. Entry-level LS and mid-line LT versions got more standard equipment, too.

ohv V8¹
Engine Size (liters/cubic inches)	5.3/325
Engine HP	310-320
Engine Torque (lb-ft)	335-340

Avail. Trans.	EPA MPG (city/hwy)	MPG avg. as tested
4-speed automatic	14/19

ohv V8¹

Engine Size (liters/cubic inches)

5.3/325

Engine HP

310-320

Engine Torque (lb-ft)

335-340

Avail. Trans.

EPA MPG (city/hwy)

MPG avg. as tested

4-speed automatic

14/19

ohv V8¹
Engine Size (liters/cubic inches)	6.0/364
Engine HP	366
Engine Torque (lb-ft)	380

Avail. Trans.	EPA MPG (city/hwy)	MPG avg. as tested
4-speed automatic	12/17

ohv V8¹

Engine Size (liters/cubic inches)

6.0/364

Engine HP

366

Engine Torque (lb-ft)

380

Avail. Trans.

EPA MPG (city/hwy)

MPG avg. as tested

4-speed automatic

12/17

Ratings

Model Tested: 2008 Avalanche 4WD LT

Ratings values are on a 1-10 scale, with 10 being the best. With the exception of Value, these numbers reflect how the vehicle compares against the universe of vehicles, not just against rivals in its class.

Performance

Acceleration - 6

60%

Fuel Economy - 3

30%

Ride Quality - 7

70%

Steering/Handling - 4

40%

Quietness - 6

60%

Accommodations

Controls/Materials - 7

70%

Room/Comfort Front - 8

80%

Room/Comfort Rear - 7

70%

Cargo Room - 7

70%

Other

Value - 7

70%

Total: 62

Safety Ratings

Model Tested: 2007 Avalanche crew cab

NHTSA

(5 is the highest rating)

Front Impact Test

Driver Injury - 5

100%

Front Passenger Injury - 5

100%

Side Impact Test

Driver Injury - 5

100%

Rear Passenger Injury - 5

100%

HLDI

(A score of 100 is average. Lower is better)

Collision	N/A
Injury	N/A
Theft	N/A

2007 Chevrolet Avalanche	Pricing Effective: 04/12/2007
Model Pricing	Retail Price	Dealer Price	Destination
2WD LS 4-door Crew Cab	$ 32,460	$ 29,701	$ 900
4WD LS 4-door Crew Cab	35,460	32,446	900
2WD LT 4-door Crew Cab	33,165	30,346	900
4WD LT 4-door Crew Cab	36,165	33,091	900
2WD LTZ 4-door Crew Cab	33,165	30,346	900
4WD LTZ 4-door Crew Cab	36,165	33,091	900
Price Note: LT, LTZ require Option Pkg.

Standard Equipment
LS : 5.3-liter V8 engine w/cylinder deactivation, 4-speed automatic transmission, traction control, dual front airbags, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, antiskid system w/rollover sensor, tire-pressure monitor, daytime running lights, air conditioning w/dual-zone manual climate controls, OnStar assistance system w/one year service, power steering, tilt leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio controls, cruise control, cloth upholstery, front split bench seat, 6-way power driver seat, cupholders, split folding rear seat, heated power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, AM/FM/CD/MP3 player, satellite radio, digital clock, tachometer, automatic day/night rearview mirror, compass, outside-temperature indicator, illuminated visor mirrors, map lights, intermittent wipers, cargo-box light, rear defogger, automatic headlights, floormats, theft-deterrent system, side steps, rear privacy glass, removable rear window, folding midgate, bed mat, stowable cargo cover, 7-wire trailer harness, trailer-hitch platform, full-size spare tire, 265/70R17 tires, alloy wheels, 4WD adds: flex-fuel 5.3-liter V8 engine w/cylinder deactivation, 4-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case, front tow hooks
LT adds: front bucket seats, center console, fog lights, 4WD adds: flex-fuel 5.3-liter V8 engine w/cylinder deactivation, 4-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case, front tow hooks
LTZ adds: limited-slip differential, curtain side airbags w/rollover deployment, rear-obstacle-detection system, dual-zone automatic climate controls, leather upholstery, heated 12-way power front seats w/lumbar adjustment, driver-seat memory, power-adjustable pedals, heated power mirrors w/turn signals and driver-side automatic day/night, remote engine start, Bose AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer, rear radio controls, universal garage door opener, rain-sensing wipers w/heated washers, roof rails, automatic shock absorber control, load-leveling suspension, 275/55R20 tires, polished alloy wheels, 4WD adds: flex-fuel 5.3-liter V8 engine w/cylinder deactivation, 4-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case, front tow hooks

Optional Equipment
Option Note:
Major Packages
Option	Avail.	Retail	Dealer
1LT Option Pkg.	LT	$0	$0
Standard equipment.
2LT Option Pkg.	LT	2040	1693
Rear-obstacle-detection system, dual-zone automatic climate controls, leather upholstery, power-adjustable pedals, AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer, rear radio controls, remote engine start, universal garage door opener.
3LT Option Pkg.	LT	3450	2864
2LT Option Pkg. plus curtain side airbags, heated 12-way power front seats w/lumbar adjustment, driver-seat memory, driver-side automatic day/night mirror, mirror-mounted turn signals, Bose sound system.
1LZ Option Pkg.	LTZ	6730	5586
Standard equipment.
Chrome Appearance Pkg.	LTZ	2930	2432
Mfr. Disc.		1495	1241
Chrome exterior trim, tow hooks, chrome alloy wheels.
Z71 Off-Road Suspension Pkg.	LT	1795	1490
Limited-slip differential, heavy-duty air cleaner, tubular side steps, front tow hooks, skid plates, off-road suspension, 265/65R18 on/off-road tires, unique alloy wheels. Requires 2LT Option Pkg. or 3LT Option Pkg.
Autoride Suspension Pkg.	LT	1120	930
Automatic shock absorber control, load-leveling suspension. Requires 6.0-liter V8 engine w/cylinder deactivation.
Powertrain
Option	Avail.	Retail	Dealer
Flex-fuel 5.3-liter V8 engine w/cylinder deactivation	2WD	0	0
6.0-liter V8 engine w/cylinder deactivation	LT, LTZ	1095	909
Requires Autoride Suspension Pkg. LT requires 3LT Option Pkg.
Limited-slip differential	LS, LT	295	245
Special axle ratio		100	83
Transmission-oil cooler. LS, LT require limited-slip differential.
Safety
Option	Avail.	Retail	Dealer
Curtain side airbags	LS, LT	350	291
Rear-obstacle-detection system	LS, LT	245	203
Requires power-adjustable pedals.
Comfort & Convenience Features
Option	Avail.	Retail	Dealer
Navigation system	LT, LTZ	2250	1868
LT requires 2LT or 3LT Option Pkg.
OnStar assistance system delete	(credit)	-200	-166
Rearview camera	LT, LTZ	250	207
Requires navigation system. LT requires 2LT Option Pkg. and curtain side airbags or 3LT Option Pkg.
DVD entertainment system	LT, LTZ	1295	1075
LT requires dual-zone automatic climate controls.
AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer	LS, LT	300	249
Bose sound system	LT	495	411
Power sunroof	LT, LTZ	995	826
LT requires dual-zone automatic climate controls, universal garage door opener.
Dual-zone automatic climate controls	LT	195	162
NA w/front split bench seat.
Front split bench seat	LT	0	0
Power-adjustable pedals	LS, LT	120	100
Requires rear-obstacle-detection system.
Universal garage door opener	LT	105	87
Rain-sensing wipers	LT	95	79
Requires 3LT Option Pkg.
Heated washer fluid	LT	85	71
Requires 3LT Option Pkg.
Power-retractable running boards	LTZ	1195	992
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Option	Avail.	Retail	Dealer
Roof rails	LS, LT	195	162
Roof rack		45	37
LS, LT require roof rails.
Soft cargo cover	LS (credit)	-600	-498
Engine-block heater		50	42
Special paint		395	328
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
Option	Avail.	Retail	Dealer
Transmission-oil cooler		95	79
Requires special axle ratio.
265/70R17 white-letter tires	LS, LT	125	104
275/55R20 tires	LT	1195	992
Polished alloy wheels	LT	1795	1490
Includes 275/55R20 tires.

2008 Chevrolet Avalanche	Pricing Effective: 01/16/2008
Model Pricing	Retail Price	Dealer Price	Destination
2WD LS 4-door Crew Cab	$ 33,435	$ 30,593	$ 900
4WD LS 4-door Crew Cab	36,485	33,384	900
2WD LT 4-door Crew Cab	34,305	31,389	900
4WD LT 4-door Crew Cab	37,355	34,180	900
2WD LTZ 4-door Crew Cab	34,305	31,389	900
4WD LTZ 4-door Crew Cab	37,355	34,180	900
Price Note: LT, LTZ require Option Pkg.

Standard Equipment
LS : 5.3-liter V8 engine w/cylinder deactivation, 4-speed automatic transmission, traction control, dual front airbags, curtain side airbags w/rollover deployment, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, antiskid system w/rollover sensor, tire-pressure monitor, daytime running lights, air conditioning w/dual-zone manual climate controls, OnStar assistance system w/one year service, tilt leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio controls, cruise control, cloth upholstery, front split bench seat, 6-way power driver seat w/lumbar adjustment, split folding rear seat, heated power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, AM/FM/CD/MP3 player, satellite radio, tachometer, automatic day/night rearview mirror, compass, outside-temperature indicator, illuminated visor mirrors, intermittent wipers, cargo-box light, rear defogger, automatic headlights, floormats, theft-deterrent system, side steps, rear privacy glass, removable rear window, folding midgate, bed mat, stowable cargo cover, 7-wire trailer harness, trailer-hitch platform, full-size spare tire, 265/70R17 tires, alloy wheels, 4WD adds: flex-fuel 5.3-liter V8 engine w/cylinder deactivation, 4-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case, front tow hooks
LT adds: front bucket seats, center console, fog lights, 4WD adds: flex-fuel 5.3-liter V8 engine w/cylinder deactivation, 4-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case, front tow hooks
LTZ adds: limited-slip differential, rear-obstacle-detection system, dual-zone automatic climate controls, leather upholstery, heated 12-way power front seats w/power lumbar adjustment, driver-seat memory, power-adjustable pedals, heated power mirrors w/turn signals and driver-side automatic day/night, remote engine start, Bose AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer, rear radio controls, universal garage door opener, rain-sensing wipers, heated washer fluid, roof rails, automatic shock absorber control, load-leveling suspension, 275/55R20 tires, polished alloy wheels, 4WD adds: flex-fuel 5.3-liter V8 engine w/cylinder deactivation, 4-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case, front tow hooks

Overview

Yearly Updates

Engines

Road Test

Performance

Accommodations

Other

Total: 62

Specifications

NHTSA

HLDI

Trouble Spots

Recall History

Equipment Lists

Pricing

2009 Chevrolet Avalanche	Pricing Effective: 02/19/2009
Model Pricing	Retail Price	Dealer Price	Destination
2WD LS 4-door Crew Cab	$ 35,460	$ 32,801	$ 950
4WD LS 4-door Crew Cab	38,510	35,622	950
2WD LT 4-door Crew Cab	36,330	33,605	950
4WD LT 4-door Crew Cab	39,380	36,426	950
2WD LTZ 4-door Crew Cab	43,650	40,376	950
4WD LTZ 4-door Crew Cab	46,700	43,198	950
Price Note:

Standard Equipment
LS : flex-fuel 5.3-liter V8 engine w/cylinder deactivation, 6-speed automatic transmission, traction control, dual front airbags, curtain side airbags w/rollover deployment, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, antiskid system w/rollover sensor, tire-pressure monitor, daytime running lights, air conditioning w/dual-zone manual climate controls, OnStar assistance system w/one year service, tilt leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio controls, cruise control, cloth upholstery, front split bench seat, 6-way power driver seat w/lumbar adjustment, split folding rear seat, heated power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, AM/FM/CD/MP3 player, satellite radio, wireless cell phone link, tachometer, illuminated visor mirrors, intermittent wipers, cargo-box light, rear defogger, automatic headlights, floormats, theft-deterrent system, side steps, rear privacy glass, removable rear window, folding midgate, bed mat, stowable cargo cover, 7-wire trailer harness, trailer-hitch platform, full-size spare tire, 265/70R17 tires, alloy wheels, 4WD adds: 4-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case, front tow hooks
LT adds: front bucket seats, center console, rear radio controls, fog lights, 4WD adds: 4-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case, front tow hooks
LTZ adds: limited-slip differential, rear-obstacle-detection system, dual-zone automatic climate controls, leather upholstery, heated/cooled 12-way power front seats, driver-seat memory, power-adjustable pedals, heated power mirrors w/turn signals and driver-side automatic day/night, remote engine start, Bose AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer, automatic day/night rearview mirror, universal garage door opener, rain-sensing wipers, heated washer fluid, roof rails, automatic shock absorber control, load-leveling suspension, 275/55R20 tires, polished alloy wheels, 4WD adds: 4-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case, front tow hooks

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche	Pricing Effective: 01/05/2010
Model Pricing	Retail Price	Dealer Price	Destination
2WD LS 4-door Crew Cab	$ 35,725	$ 33,224	$ 950
4WD LS 4-door Crew Cab	38,775	36,061	950
2WD LT 4-door Crew Cab	38,830	36,112	950
4WD LT 4-door Crew Cab	41,880	38,948	950
2WD LTZ 4-door Crew Cab	45,815	42,608	950
4WD LTZ 4-door Crew Cab	48,865	45,444	950
Price Note:

Standard Equipment
LS : flex-fuel 5.3-liter V8 engine w/cylinder deactivation, 6-speed automatic transmission, traction control, dual front airbags, front side airbags, curtain side airbags w/rollover deployment, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, antiskid system w/rollover sensor, tire-pressure monitor, daytime running lights, air conditioning w/dual-zone manual climate controls, OnStar assistance system w/one year service, tilt leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio controls, cruise control, cloth upholstery, front split bench seat, 6-way power driver seat w/lumbar adjustment, split folding rear seat, heated power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, AM/FM/CD/MP3 player, satellite radio, iPod adapter, tachometer, illuminated visor mirrors, intermittent wipers, cargo-box light, rear defogger, automatic headlights, floormats, theft-deterrent system, side steps, rear privacy glass, removable rear window, folding midgate, bed mat, stowable cargo cover, 7-wire trailer harness, trailer-hitch platform, full-size spare tire, 265/70R17 tires, alloy wheels, 4WD adds: 4-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case, front tow hooks
LT adds: limited-slip differential, rear-obstacle-detection system, dual-zone automatic climate controls, front bucket seats, power-adjustable pedals, center console, Bose sound system, rear radio controls, wireless cell phone link, remote engine start, fog lights, 4WD adds: 4-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case, front tow hooks
LTZ adds: navigation system w/voice recognition and traffic information, rearview camera, leather upholstery, heated/cooled 12-way power front seats, driver-seat memory, heated power mirrors w/turn signals and driver-side automatic day/night, automatic day/night rearview mirror, universal garage door opener, roof rails, automatic shock absorber control, load-leveling suspension, 275/55R20 tires, polished alloy wheels, 4WD adds: 4-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case, front tow hooks

2011 Chevrolet Avalanche	Pricing Effective: 08/09/2010
Model Pricing	Retail Price	Dealer Price	Destination
2WD LS 4-door Crew Cab	$ 36,110	$ 33,582	$ 950
4WD LS 4-door Crew Cab	39,160	36,419	950
2WD LT 4-door Crew Cab	39,215	36,470	950
4WD LT 4-door Crew Cab	42,265	39,306	950
2WD LTZ 4-door Crew Cab	46,005	42,785	950
4WD LTZ 4-door Crew Cab	49,310	45,858	950
Price Note:

2012 Chevrolet Avalanche	Pricing Effective: 09/09/2011
Model Pricing	Retail Price	Dealer Price	Destination
2WD LS 4-door Crew Cab	$ 36,720	$ 34,150	$ 950
4WD LS 4-door Crew Cab	39,770	36,986	950
2WD LT 4-door Crew Cab	40,115	37,307	950
4WD LT 4-door Crew Cab	43,165	40,143	950
2WD LTZ 4-door Crew Cab	46,920	43,636	950
4WD LTZ 4-door Crew Cab	50,225	46,709	950
Price Note:

2013 Chevrolet Avalanche	Pricing Effective: 05/15/2013
Model Pricing	Retail Price	Dealer Price	Destination
2WD Black Diamond LS 4-door Crew Cab	$ 35,980	$ 33,461	$ 995
4WD Black Diamond LS 4-door Crew Cab	39,030	36,298	995
2WD Black Diamond LT 4-door Crew Cab	38,625	35,921	995
4WD Black Diamond LT 4-door Crew Cab	41,675	38,758	995
2WD Black Diamond LTZ 4-door Crew Cab	44,580	41,459	995
4WD Black Diamond LTZ 4-door Crew Cab	47,885	44,533	995
Price Note:

Standard Equipment
Black Diamond LS : flex-fuel 5.3-liter V8 engine w/cylinder deactivation, 6-speed automatic transmission, traction control, dual front airbags, front side airbags, curtain side airbags w/rollover deployment, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, antiskid system w/rollover sensor, rear-obstacle-detection system, tire-pressure monitor, daytime running lights, air conditioning w/dual-zone manual climate controls, OnStar assistance system, tilt leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio controls, cruise control, cloth upholstery, 6-way power front bucket seats w/driver-seat lumbar adjustment, power-adjustable pedals, center console, split folding rear seat, heated power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, AM/FM/CD/MP3 player, satellite radio, USB port, digital-media player connection, wireless cell-phone link, rear radio controls, rearview camera, tachometer, intermittent wipers, remote engine start, illuminated visor mirrors, cargo-box light, rear defogger, automatic headlights, floormats, theft-deterrent system, fog lights, side steps, rear privacy glass, roof rack, removable rear window, folding midgate, bed mat, stowable cargo cover, 7-wire trailer harness, trailer-hitch platform, trailer-sway control, full-size spare tire, 265/70R17 tires, alloy wheels, 4WD adds: 4-wheel drive, front tow hooks
Black Diamond LT adds: limited-slip differential, dual-zone automatic climate controls, leather upholstery, heated front seats, Bose sound system, 4WD adds: 4-wheel drive, front tow hooks
Black Diamond LTZ adds: navigation system w/voice recognition and traffic information, heated steering wheel, heated/cooled 12-way power front seats, driver-seat memory, heated power mirrors w/turn signals and driver-side automatic day/night, music hard drive, automatic day/night rearview mirror, universal garage door opener, automatic shock absorber control, load-leveling suspension, 275/55R20 tires, polished alloy wheels, 4WD adds: 4-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case, front tow hooks