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2003 Chevrolet Avalanche Full-Size Sport Utility Vehicle and Pickup Truck Crossov
I love its good looks
Base MSRP Range: 1500 - $32,000 to $35,000. 2500 - $34,000 - $37,000.
Base Invoice Range: 1500 - $28,000 to $31,000. 2500 - $29,500 - $32,500.
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MSRP As Tested: $39,530.
Versions: 1500 (1/4 ton), 2500 (1/2 ton)
Vehicle Category: Full-Size Crossover (SUV/Pickup Truck mix)
Engine Location: Front Engine
Drive Wheels: Rear-Wheel Drive Rear-Wheel Drive or optional Four-Wheel Drive
Engine As Tested: 1500 - 5.3-liter, Single Overhead Cam, V-8 cylinder, 285-horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 325 lb-ft torque at 4,000 rpm. 2500 - 8.1-liter, Single Overhead Cam, V-8 with 340-horsepower at 4,200 rpm and 455 lb.-ft. torque at 3,200 rpm.
Transmission As Tested: 4-Speed Automatic
Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 1500 -14/18. 2500 - unrated.
Standard Safety Features: Driver and front passenger, front and side airbags, Front-Passenger Sensing Airbag system (when a child is sensed the airbag is turned off), 4-wheel disc brakes, Antilock Braking System, Daytime Running Lights, Remote Keyless Entry.
Competition: Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Dodge Ram 1500, Dodge Ram Pickup 2500, Ford F-150, Ford F-250, GMC Sierra 1500, GMC Sierra 2500, Toyota Tundra,
There are so many people out there who absolutely can't stand the looks of the Chevrolet Avalanche. They don't even like the fact that it's a pickup truck and a sport utility vehicle that's interchangeable. In a matter of seconds, mind you.
Let those people stand in line for another glass of ginger ale, Mickey Redmond style.
I love the looks. I think it's a comfortable and versatile sport utility vehicle and a great pickup truck that can live up to the Chevrolet "like a rock" reputation. It looks especially great in all black, too.
