The Chevrolet Avalanche often finds itself at the top of the list when it comes to sport utility trucks (SUT). This high ranking of the Avalanche is extremely well deserved. The Chevy Avalanche has proved beyond a doubt that this is the sport utility truck (SUT) that offers best-in-class hauling and towing capacities, the versatility you would expect from an SUT, the safety and decent handling that makes driving such a large vehicle a manageable experience. Above all of that, no one can match the Avalanche’s overall affordability in its class.
What comes as a surprise to most owners of the Avalanche is the smoothness of this SUT on the road. The impressive tow package was exceptional, as well. This vehicle also offers some unique features including a mid-gate and the rear window that you can completely remove, which allows you to extend the bed of the truck into the back seat.
On the 2009 Avalanche you get to see the improvement in suspension, steering, and a newly designed exterior along with a better quality interior. Even though we have all of these great improvements with the Avalanche, some of the cons that still remain include the lack of tight maneuverability, low fuel economy and even though it is priced well in its class, the Avalanche still remains a premium vehicle.
The Avalanche offers two- and four-wheel drive options with a 1/2-ton or a 3/4-ton chassis. The 1/2-ton is equipped with the 5.3L V8 which yields 285 horsepower and the 3/4-ton Avalanche features an 8.1L V8 that yields up to 340 horse power.
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche Interior Features
The hallmark of the Chevy Avalanche is its versatility. The Avalanche has the room that you need for your passengers with comfort as well as the flexibility of a pickup truck. What sets it apart the most is the fact that you have a removable mid-gate, which is the wall that separates the truck cabin from the bed of the truck. What this does is change the cargo area from five feet to an eight foot cargo area. Additionally, you have the removable cargo cover with many storage areas all along the outside of the cargo area.
The Chevy Avalanche has received very high marks for its versatility and unique cab configuration, the comfort ride and nature compared to the other crew cab trucks on the road today.
With antilock brakes, stability control, the OnStar system, side curtain airbags, this is definitely not just a tough truck, but a family vehicle that your entire family can enjoy and get good use out of for years to come.
Summary
For customers who need the space of an SUV, the hauling capability of a pickup truck and the same comforts afforded by a minivan; this is the best of all worlds. Anyone in the market for an SUT would not be wasting their time to at least consider and take the Chevy Avalanche for a test drive.