2010 Chevrolet Avalanche

header-image
Rating8.0
Write Review
$35,725 - $48,865
Starting Price 
Nathan Dyer's image
Nathan Dyer 

Senior Editor,

Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Versatile midgate-based body style

Complications due to large size

A USB port has been added to the audio system, and the previous four-trim lineup has been condensed to just three

Quality ride

Rear-quarter blind spots affect maneuverability in tight corners.

Optional 6.0-liter V8 has been dropped; a single-speed transfer case is now standard on 4WD models, with a two-speed transfer case offered as an option.

Pleasant seating

Specs & Features

$35,725

price

320 hp @ 5400 rpm

horsepower

335 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

torque

6-Speed Automatic

transmission

5.3L 8cyl RWD 6A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Part of the fullsize pickup truck segment, the 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche Crew Cab competes with the Ford F-150 SuperCrew, the GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab, and the Dodge RAM 1500 Crew Cab. A base price of MSRP $35,725 gets you a 5.3L V8 and a 6-speed automatic transmission. Despite the price going up to $45,815, this single powertrain is found in all 3 trims. This engine produces 320 horsepower and 335 lb-ft of torque, achieving a 0-60 of 7.6 seconds, and is offered as both an RWD and 4WD. The Chevrolet Avalanche Crew Cab offers a single 5.2 feet cab with a payload capacity of 1,326 lbs. pounds. It also offers a healthy towing capacity of 8,100 pounds.

Currently, the Avalance Crew Cab is expected to fetch an average price of $14,247. The 2010 Avalance Crew Cab is a robust option in the fullsize pickup truck category. With over 159 units available for sale today, and with an average discount $220 being common, now is the time to invest in your own Avalance.

Buying Advice

The Chevrolet Avalanche Crew Cab is a great luxury pickup truck if you are looking for something that is big and versatile and offers a smooth ride and comfortable seating. Although the large size could be a problem for a few within a short span of time it can get used to. Despite the shortcomings, the affordable price range of the Avalanche is an easy choice in the competitive market.

Trims

    LS
    $35,725 onwards
    • Engine: 5.3L 8cyl RWD 6A
    • Horsepower: 320 hp @ 5400 rpm hp
    • Torque: 335 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.1 sec
    • Top Speed: 156 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 17 mpg
    LT1
    $38,830 onwards
    • Engine: 5.3L 8cyl RWD 6A
    • Horsepower: 320 hp @ 5400 rpm hp
    • Torque: 335 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.1 sec
    • Top Speed: 156 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 17 mpg
    LTZ
    $45,815 onwards
    • Engine: 5.3L 8cyl RWD 6A
    • Horsepower: 320 hp @ 5400 rpm hp
    • Torque: 335 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.1 sec
    • Top Speed: 156 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 17 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$35,725- $48,865

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.97

Horsepower

320 hp @ 5400 rpm

Torque

335 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

Capacity

6

Read Review

$16,985- $28,915

Gasoline

6.8

185 hp @ 5600 rpm

190 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm

3

Read Review

$22,755- $33,180

Gasoline

7.07

210 hp @ 5200 rpm

235 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

4

Read Review

$16,985- $29,835

Gasoline

7.29

185 hp @ 5600 rpm

190 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm

3

Read Review

$17,540- $29,820

Gasoline

7.9

152 hp @ 5200 rpm

171 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

4

Read Review

$26,540- $39,340

Gasoline

7.56

317 hp @ 5200 rpm

385 lb.-ft. @ 3400 rpm

6

Read Review

$17,520- $28,850

Gasoline

9.5

152 hp @ 5200 rpm

171 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

4

Read Review

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    8.1 sec-156 mph
    7.1 sec15.6 sec110 mph
    7.8 sec16.1 sec-
    8.5 sec16.4 sec105 mph
    9.2 sec16.8 sec-
    9.8 sec--

    2010 Chevrolet Avalanche vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      15 mpg21 mpg17 mpg31 gal.465/651 mi.
      17 mpg25 mpg21 mpg19 gal.342/475 mi.
      19 mpg23 mpg21 mpg21.1 gal.400.9/485.3 mi.
      19 mpg23 mpg21 mpg21.1 gal.400.9/485.3 mi.
      17 mpg25 mpg20 mpg19 gal.342/475 mi.
      14 mpg20 mpg17 mpg22 gal.330/440 mi.

      2010 Chevrolet Avalanche vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        221.3 in.79.1 in.76.6 in.9.1 in.130 in.
        224.6 in.79.5 in.74.6 in.10.2 in.139.8 in.
        218.5 in.71.7 in.68.7 in.7.9 in.131.3 in.

        2010 Hummer H3T

        Ranked #4

        212.7 in.75 in.72.1 in.9.5 in.134.2 in. -

        2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac

        Ranked #5

        210.2 in.73.7 in.72.5 in.8.5 in.130.5 in.

        2010 Honda Ridgeline

        Ranked #6

        207 in.77.8 in.70.3 in.8.2 in.122 in.

        2010 Chevrolet Avalanche vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          45.5 cu.ft.-45.5 cu.ft.
          44 cu.ft.97.4 cu.ft.44 cu.ft.
          46.6 cu.ft.-46.6 cu.ft.
          44 cu.ft.-44 cu.ft.
          --33.5 cu.ft.
          -87.7 cu.ft.-

          2010 Chevrolet Avalanche vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            45.5 cu.ft.45.5 cu.ft.45.5 cu.ft.63 ft.
            ---79 ft.
            33.5 cu.ft.-33.5 cu.ft.73 ft.
            126.2 cu.ft.44 cu.ft.44 cu.ft.73 ft.
            44 cu.ft.44 cu.ft.44 cu.ft.73 ft.
            ---73 ft.

            2010 Chevrolet Avalanche vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              8100 lbs.1320 lbs.5476 lbs.
              7400 lbs.2153 lbs.4987 lbs.
              7250 lbs.1810 lbs.4200 lbs.
              4000 lbs.1484 lbs.3366 lbs.
              4000 lbs.1484 lbs.3366 lbs.
              3500 lbs.984 lbs.3678 lbs.

              Top Chevrolet Cars

              2010 Chevrolet Corvette

              Horsepower : 430 hp @ 5900 rpm

              MPG Combined : 19 mpg

              0-60 : 4.1 sec

              #1

              2010 Chevrolet Suburban

              Horsepower : 320 hp @ 5400 rpm

              MPG Combined : 17 mpg

              0-60 : 8.5 sec

              #2

              2010 Chevrolet Tahoe

              Horsepower : 320 hp @ 5400 rpm

              MPG Combined : 17 mpg

              0-60 : 7.8 sec

              #3

              2010 Chevrolet Avalanche

              Horsepower : 320 hp @ 5400 rpm

              MPG Combined : 17 mpg

              0-60 : 8.1 sec

              #4

              2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

              Horsepower : 315 hp @ 5200 rpm

              MPG Combined : 17 mpg

              0-60 : 10.3 sec

              #5

              2010 Chevrolet Express Passenger

              Horsepower : 310 hp @ 5200 rpm

              MPG Combined : 15 mpg

              0-60 : 7.8 sec

              #6

              2010 Chevrolet Camaro

              Horsepower : 304 hp @ 6400 rpm

              MPG Combined : 21 mpg

              0-60 : 5.8 sec

              #7

              2010 Chevrolet Traverse

              Horsepower : 281 hp @ 6300 rpm

              MPG Combined : 19 mpg

              0-60 : 7.6 sec

              #8

              2010 Chevrolet Impala

              Horsepower : 211 hp @ 5800 rpm

              MPG Combined : 22 mpg

              0-60 : 8.1 sec

              #9

              2010 Chevrolet Express Cargo

              Horsepower : 195 hp @ 4600 rpm

              MPG Combined : 17 mpg

              0-60 : 7.6 sec

              #10