MPGTerminal

Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2WD

2002–2013 · 21 configurations

Lowest
14
Average
15
Best
17
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The Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2WD has been tested by the EPA across 21 different configurations spanning model years 2002 through 2013. Over this period, the Avalanche 1500 2WD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 14 MPG to 17 MPG, with an overall average of 15 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2013
5.3L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spd • Gasoline or E85
$3,500152117MPG
2012
5.3L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spd • Gasoline or E85
$3,500152117MPG
2011
5.3L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spd • Gasoline or E85
$3,500152117MPG
2010
5.3L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spd • Gasoline or E85
$3,500152117MPG
2010
6.2L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spd • Gasoline or E85
$4,300121914MPG
2009
5.3L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spd • Regular
$3,750142016MPG
2009
6L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spd • Regular
$3,750141916MPG
2009
5.3L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spd • Gasoline or E85
$3,750142016MPG
2008
5.3L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,750142016MPG
2008
6L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$4,300121714MPG
2008
5.3L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Gasoline or E85
$3,750142016MPG
2007
5.3L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,750141916MPG
2007
5.3L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Gasoline or E85
$3,750142016MPG
2007
6L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$4,000131815MPG
2006
5.3L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Gasoline or E85
$4,300131714MPG
2005
5.3L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Gasoline or E85
$4,000131815MPG
2004
5.3L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$4,000141815MPG
2004
5.3L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Gasoline or E85
$4,300131714MPG
2003
5.3L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$4,300121714MPG
2003
5.3L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Gasoline or E85
$4,300131714MPG
2002
5.3L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$4,300131714MPG

Historical Efficiency

2013
17
2012
17
2011
17
2010
17
2009
16
2008
16
2007
16
2006
14
2005
15
2004
15
2003
14
2002
14

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Avalanche 1500 2WD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2WD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Chevrolet Chevrolet Avalanche grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
1,070
Total Deaths
518

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
23.2%
Fire Occurrence
3.2%
Speeding Involved
17.5%
DUI Involved
20.2%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

81%
Front
12%
Side
7%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes104
Fatalities
49
Deaths/Crash
0.47
2022
Fatal Crashes105
Fatalities
63
Deaths/Crash
0.60
2021
Fatal Crashes129
Fatalities
62
Deaths/Crash
0.48
2020
Fatal Crashes101
Fatalities
60
Deaths/Crash
0.59
2019
Fatal Crashes108
Fatalities
62
Deaths/Crash
0.57
2018
Fatal Crashes109
Fatalities
39
Deaths/Crash
0.36
2017
Fatal Crashes115
Fatalities
54
Deaths/Crash
0.47
2016
Fatal Crashes100
Fatalities
40
Deaths/Crash
0.40
2015
Fatal Crashes107
Fatalities
41
Deaths/Crash
0.38
2014
Fatal Crashes92
Fatalities
48
Deaths/Crash
0.52
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Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

2013
1
2012
1
2011
3
2010
2
2009
2
2007
8
2006
1
2005
1
2004
2
2003
3
2002
5
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