The Chevrolet Avalanche is a crew cab offered in 2WD Crew Cab 130" LS , 2WD Crew Cab 130" LT , 2WD Crew Cab 130" LTZ , 4WD Crew Cab 130" LS , 4WD Crew Cab 130" LT and 4WD Crew Cab 130" LTZ . The powertrains include 5.3-liter V8 (320 hp) engines, and 6-speed automatic transmissions. It is Rear or selectable 4WD wheel drive. EPA-rated fuel economy ranges from NA mpg city to NA mpg highway. The Avalanche uses Regular fuel.
The Avalanche has a 7,800 towing capacity.
Standard safety equipment includes Standard/no (Side air bags, front/rear), Standard Stability control, Standard Antilock brakes.
Competing models include Ford F-150 , Honda Ridgeline and Toyota Tundra .
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