New 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500

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Overview
Consumer Reviews

Consumer Reviews Summary

Overall Rating:

5/5

Value:

4.3/5

Exterior:

5/5

Interior:

4.7/5

Comfort:

5/5

Performance:

5/5

Reliability:

5/5

3 of 3 (100%) customers said they would recommend this vehicle to a friend.

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2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 Overview

Vehicle Overview
Chevrolet proved the midgate design, which offers the best of a pickup truck and SUV, can be extremely popular. Since its inception in 2002, the Avalanche has been one of the more versatile trucks, with the ability to extend its cargo bed from slightly more than five feet to a total of eight feet. Its standard 5.3-liter V-8 engine makes 320 horsepower, and the Avalanche can seat up to six people.

The Avalanche is available in LS, LT and LTZ trim levels. An available ZR1 Off-Road Package includes monotube shock absorbers, 18-inch wheels, color-matched fender flares, skid plates, tubular assist steps and a high-capacity air cleaner.

New for 2012
LTZ models add a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel while LT versions gain heated seats. The Avalanche's standard electronic stability system now features electronic trailer-sway control and hill start assist. A new stereo with a 30-gigabyte hard drive, navigation system, a 7-inch touch-screen, recording capability and a USB port is available.

Exterior
The Avalanche doesn't mind flaunting its split personality. It's neither an SUV nor a pickup — it's both. It has the bold but familiar front-end styling found on Chevy's truck-based models. Setting the Avalanche apart are distinctive sails that connect the cab to the bed and emphasize the smooth roofline and exterior length. The only real problem with the design is rearward visibility. Parking and backing up in tight spots can be tough, so the available parking sensors and backup camera are invaluable. Exterior features include:

Standard 17-inch wheels; 18- or 20-inch wheels available
Wraparound front bumper cover blends nicely with body, Available power-articulating running boards

Interior
If the Avalanche shines in any category, it's the style and amenities of the interior. The truck can hold up to six people. Cloth upholstery is standard, and leather is optional. Interior features include:

Midgate design allows for extended cargo capacity, Standard air conditioning
Standard CD stereo, Standard Bluetooth cellphone connectivity
Available heated and cooled seats
Available remote start

Under the Hood
The Avalanche is powered by a 320-hp, 5.3-liter V-8 that makes 335 pounds-feet of torque. Mechanical features include:

Standard six-speed automatic transmission
V-8 runs on regular gas or E85 ethanol
Rear- or four-wheel drive

Safety

Side-impact airbags for the front seats, Side curtain airbags
All-disc antilock brakes, Electronic stability system

*Overview courtesy of Cars.com

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2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 Consumer Reviews

Overall Rating:

5/5

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Value:

4.3/5

Exterior:

5/5

Interior:

4.7/5

Comfort:

5/5

Performance:

5/5

Reliability:

5/5

3 of 3 (100%) customers said they would recommend this vehicle to a friend.

Two Most Recent Reviews:

A better ride in a truck

Overall Rating:

5/5

Value:

4/5

Exterior:

5/5

Interior:

5/5

Comfort:

5/5

Performance:

5/5

Reliability:

5/5

Reviewed by like trucks in Warrenton, VA
April 19, 2012

I bought the Avalance because it is built on the Suburban platform which gives a better ride that the Silverado 1500 of which I have had 6. The Avalanch only has 2 or 3 features that are not available on the Silverado but I did want the retractable running boards and there are additional color options for the Avalanch that are not offered on the Silverado's . The cooling seats is a feature that I wanted because I spend a lot on time in the vehicles and the leather seats sometime create discomfort. The upgraded turn by turn navagation is a nice plus.

I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: YES

2nd Avalanche & Loving it!

Overall Rating:

5/5

Value:

4/5

Exterior:

5/5

Interior:

4/5

Comfort:

5/5

Performance:

5/5

Reliability:

5/5

Reviewed by BigDave in Birmingham, Alabama
April 16, 2012

This 2012 4x4 LTZ just replaced my 2005 4x4 LT Z71. I loved my 2005, it had 160k miles on it and i had very little trouble over the 7.5 years i owned it. I firmly believe that if you care for your car it will care for you. And being a Chevy is an added bonus, this is my 8th Chevy, 3 Camaro's, a Chevelle, an El Camino, a Silverado and now my second Avalanche. The Avalanche just drives and handles exceptionally well. The 2012 gets better gas mileage than the 05, but something in the mid 20's would sure be nice. I put a 4 on interior design for 2 reasons, one the visors are pretty cheap looking, the old ones were much more substantial. the second reason is the lack of cubbies in the newly redesigned dash, there used to be a lot more storage, now there are 2 cup holders and a slot for glasses, what about cell phones and change? I also lowered the value for the money to a 4, just because the price is sooo high. I am just wondering where the price ceiling will stop. But my wife and I love it, sometimes she even lets me drive!

I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: YES

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