The Chevrolet Avalanche is in a segment by itself. It’s a versatile full-size sport truck that has had very minor design changes since 2007. It has a unique folding rear window and the seats can be folded down to create a pickup in less than a minute.
The Avalanche comes in three trim levels: LS, LT and LTZ. The base LS model still offers plenty of extras including: premium cloth seats; a CD/MP3 player; OnStar with the Directions & Connections® Plan for the first six months; USB port; 17″ aluminum wheels; Bluetooth® wireless technology for select phones; roof-mounted luggage rack with side and center rails. LT model adds six-way power front bucket seats; leather seating surfaces; power-adjustable pedals; remote start available off-road Z71 off-road suspension system, dual-zone automatic climate control, Bose® 7-speaker system and ultrasonic rear park assist 12-way power-adjustable seats, front-row perforated leather seating surfaces, front seats heated and cooled, 20-inch polished aluminum wheels; Standard NavTraffic for a three-month trial; navigation radio with rearview camera system; Bose® Centerpoint® eight-speaker surround sound system.
The Chevrolet Avalanche can be paired with a 320-hp 5.3-liter Vortec V8 engine and provides flex-fuel capability and active fuel management, delivering 15 mpg in the city and around 21 mpg on the highway. All cylinders of the engine are activated when more power is needed and 4 cylinders are deactivated when it is necessary to conserve fuel, in a perfect operation. You have the option of choosing a 366 hp 6-litre Vortex V8 engine. A 6-speed automatic transmission can power a two- or four-wheel drive. Avalanche’s standard features include five-passenger seating, OnStar with turn-by-turn navigation, crash response, and a 5,000-pound towing capacity.
The 2011 Chevrolet is in a class of its own, offering great capability, comfort and convenience. It’s a versatile machine made with a comfortable feel. You can change from an SUV to a pickup in less than a minute. There are a wide variety of safety features and six equipment packages with prices ranging from $36,110 to $49,310.