Avalanche vs. the Competition
BOLD denotes a Chevrolet advantage.
2010 2010 2010
Avalanche LT Ford F-150 Dodge Ram 1500
1500 4WD Super Cab 4WD Crew Cab 4WD
Performance Specifications
Base Engine 5.3L V8 5.4L V8 5.7L V-8
Horsepower @ rpm 320 @ 5400 320 @ 5,200 390 @ 5,600
Torque (lb.-ft.) @ rpm 335 @ 4000 390 @ 3,500 407 @ 4,000
Available Engine 6.2L V8
Horsepower @ rpm 395 @ 5600
Torque (lb.-ft.) @ rpm 417 @ 4300
Std. Transmission 6-speed auto. 6-speed auto. 5-speed auto.
Drivetrain Front engine/ Front engine/ Front engine/
Auto 4WD 4WD 4WD (auto. opt.)
Suspension, front Ind. SLA Dbl. Wishbone Ind. SLA
Suspension, rear 5-link coil leaf Multileaf
GVWR
(kg/lb.)
1
3,266/7,200 3,266/7,200 3,084/6,700
Payload
(kg/lb.)
2
606/1,336 685/1,510 526/1,160
Towing capacity
(kg/lb.)
3
3,674/8,100 4,354/9,600 2,812/6,200
Turning radius
(m/ft.) 6.55/21.5 7.16/23.5 6.85/22.5
Ground clearance 230.7/9.1 229/9.0 206/8.1
Fuel tank
(L/gal.) 117/25.8 136/29.9 98/21.5
L/100km (city/hwy) 14.4/9.6 15.6/11.2 16.2/10.8
mpg (city/hwy) 20/29 18/25 17/26
Dimensions and Interior Volume in mm/inches unless otherwise indicated
Wheelbase 3,302/130.0 3,683/145.0 3,556/140.0
Base curb weight (kg/lb.) 2,569/5,664 2,511/5,536 2,546/5,613
Exterior length 5,621/221.3 5,885/231.7 5,779/227.5
Exterior body width 2,009/79.1 2,004/78.9 2,017/79.4
Exterior height 1,946/76.6 1,941/76.4 1,900/74.8
Front tread 1,732/68.2 1,702/67.0 1,730/68.1
Rear tread 1,702/67.0 1,702/67.0 1,715/67.5
Front legroom 1,049/41.3 1,052/41.4 1,041/41.0
Rear legroom 993/39.1 1,105/43.5 1,001/39.4
Front headroom 1,044/41.1 1,041/41.0 1,041/41.0
Rear headroom 1,016/40.0 1,024/40.3 1,013/39.9
Front hiproom 1,636/64.4 1,537/60.5 1,615/63.6
Rear hiproom 1,582/62.3 1,641/64.6 1,669/65.7
Front shoulder room 1,659/65.3 1,674/65.9 1,676/66.0
Rear shoulder room 1,656/65.2 1,666/65.6 1,669/65.7
Exterior box length
4
1,608/63.3 1,676/66.0 1,928/75.9
Pickup box minimum width 1,270/50.0 1,270/50.0 1,295/51.0
Pickup box depth 572/22.5 569/22.4 508/20.0
Luggage volume max.
(L/cu.ft.) 2,859/101
4
1,631/57.6 1,427/50.3
Seating capacity 5/6 5/6 6/5
Vehicle Features
Midgate
TM
Design Std. NA NA
OnStar Std. NA NA
Rear differential Locking Std. Ltd. Slip Std. Ltd. Slip Opt.
Ride Control Opt. NA NA
Electronic stability control Stabilitrak Std. Std.
Automatic level control Opt. NA NA
Lockable Top Box Storage Std. NA NA
Rigid 3-piece cargo cover Std. NA NA
Remote Vehicle Starter Std. NA Std.
Roof rack Opt. NA NA
Rear seat audio controls Std. NA NA
12V DC Outlets 5 3 3
Powertrain Warranty
(yr/km) 5/160,000 5/100,000 5/100,000
Roadside Assistance
(yr/km) 5/160,000 5/100,000 5/100,000
1. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. When properly equipped; includes weight of vehicle, passengers, cargo and equipment.
2. Payload capacity includes weight of driver, passengers, optional equipment and cargo.
3. Maximum trailer ratings assume a properly equipped base vehicle, plus driver. See Owner Manual.
4. With Midgate up/down.
5. Excludes other GM products.
5 Keys to Learning
Design and Styling
– Available Z71 Off-Road Package
– Available 17-, 18- or 20-inch wheels
Performance and Handling
– Engines range from 320 hp to 395 hp
– 6-speed automatic transmission with Tow/Haul mode
– Available Autoride suspension is a segment exclusive
– Towing up to 3,674 kg (8,100 lb)
3
– Available integrated brake controller
– Active Fuel Management
TM
on 5.3L engine helps save fuel
– FlexFuel capability on both engines accepts E85 ethanol
– Available AutoTrac 4WD system
Comfort and Convenience
– Full-feature bucket seats on LTZ have leather seating surfaces,
heated/cooled surfaces and 12-way power with power lumbar
– GM-exclusive Midgate™ makes Avalanche the only vehicle that
can reconfigure from 6-passenger seating to a vehicle with 3-
passenger seating and an 2.48 metre (8’2”) bed with a secure,
protected cargo box
5
– Composite cargo area and Midgate are durable and scratch
and ding-resistant, and they cannot corrode
– Unsurpassed cargo box versatility
5
– Standard MP3 playback capability, USB port, XM Satellite
Radio and auxiliary input jack
– Available Bose, DVD navigation with voice prompt and DVD
rear seat entertainment systems
– Remote Vehicle Starter System. Standard
– Bluetooth phone connectivity. Standard
Quality, Reliability and Durability
– 5-year/160,000-km powertrain warranty
– Oil Life Monitoring System and long-life fluids
Safety and Security
– Five-star U.S. government frontal crash test rating
– StabiliTrak with Proactive Roll Avoidance
– Standard OnStar
®
is not available on any competitor
– Standard side curtain air bags with rollover sensors
– Standard front seat-mounted side impact air bags
2010 Avalanche
Quick Facts
• Walkaround Summary
• Competitive Comparison
• 5 Keys to Learning
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