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2012 Chevrolet Avalanche LS Specs

Chevrolet Avalanche

2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 2WD Crew Cab LS powered by 5.3-liter V8 Flex-fuel (FFV) Engine with 6-Speed Automatic transmission.

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Overview
Select configuration:
$36,800
Starting Price (MSRP)
Engine
5.3-liter V8 Flex-fuel (FFV)
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear Wheel Drive
Body Type
Truck
Seating capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
TBC
Fuel Economy
City: 15 MPG
Hwy: 21 MPG

Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

  • Engine
    5.3-liter V8 Flex-fuel (FFV)
  • Horsepower
    320 hp @ 5400 rpm
  • Torque
    335 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
  • Transmission
    6-Speed Automatic
  • Drivetrain
    Rear Wheel Drive

Steering

  • Steering Type
    Pwr
  • Turning Diameter
    43 ft

Wheels

  • Wheels Type
    Aluminum Wheels
  • Front Wheel Size
    17" x 7.5"
  • Rear Wheel Size
    17" x 7.5"

Tires

  • Front Tire
    P265/70R17
  • Rear Tire
    P265/70R17
  • Spare Tire
    P265/70R17

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

  • Combined
    17 MPG
  • City
    15 MPG
  • Highway
    21 MPG

Emissions

  • CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
    11.0 Tons/yr
  • EPA rating
    2

Fuel Tank

  • Fuel Tank Capacity
    31 gallons
  • Cruising Range City
    465 miles
  • Cruising Range Highway
    651 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

  • Height
    76.6 in
  • Max Width
    79.1 in
  • Wheelbase
    130 in

Interior Space

  • Seating Capacity
    5 seater
  • Front Seat Leg Room
    41.3 in
  • Front Seat Headroom
    41.1 in
  • Front Seat Shoulder Room
    65.2 in
  • Front Seat Hip Room
    60.3 in
  • Rear Seat Leg Room
    39.1 in
  • Rear Seat Headroom
    40 in
  • Rear Seat Shoulder Room
    65.2 in
  • Rear Seat Hip Room
    62.3 in

Colors and Materials

Standard Interior Materials

  • Dark Cashmere/Light Cashmere, Premium Cloth
  • Ebony, Premium Cloth

Features and Options

Infotainment

  • HD Radio
    Not Available
  • Bluetooth Connection
    Standard
  • Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
    Not Available
  • Premium Sound System
    Not Available
  • Satellite Radio
    Standard
  • Smart Device Integration
    Not Available
  • WiFi Hotspot
    Not Available
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
    Standard
  • Entertainment System
    Not Available
  • MP3 Player
    Standard

Interior Trim

  • Bucket Seats
    Not Available
  • Cloth Seats
    Standard
  • Leather Seats
    Standard
  • Leather Steering Wheel
    Standard
  • Premium Synthetic Seats
    Standard
  • Vinyl Seats
    Standard
  • Woodgrain Interior Trim
    Not Available

Comfort

  • Heads-Up Display
    Not Available
  • Navigation System
    Not Available
  • Steering Wheel Audio Controls
    Standard
  • Power Liftgate
    Not Available
  • Power Mirror(s)
    Standard
  • A/C
    Standard
  • Adaptive Cruise Control
    Not Available
  • Automatic Parking
    Not Available
  • Climate Control
    Not Available
  • Cooled Front Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Cooled Rear Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Cruise Control
    Standard
  • Hands-Free Liftgate
    Not Available
  • Heated Front Seat(s)
    Standard
  • Heated Rear Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Heated Steering Wheel
    Not Available
  • Keyless Entry
    Standard
  • Multi-Zone A/C
    Standard
  • Power Driver Seat
    Not Available
  • Power Passenger Seat
    Not Available
  • Remote Engine Start
    Optional
  • Remote Trunk Release
    Not Available
  • Seat Memory
    Not Available
  • Universal Garage Door Opener
    Not Available
  • Seat-Massage
    Not Available
  • Rear A/C
    Standard
  • Keyless Start
    Not Available
  • Navigation from Telematics
    Standard
  • Telematics
    Standard

Additional Packages

All-Star Edition

$3,105

includes (DD8) inside rearview auto-dimming mirror, (DL3) outside heated power-adjustable, power-folding and driver-side auto-dimming mirrors, additional 9 months of XM Radio service, (RCS) 4 - 20" x 8.5" (50.8 cm x 21.6 cm) polished aluminum wheels, (K5L) Heavy-Duty Trailering Package, (V22) bright chrome grille insert, chrome door handles and chrome grille (Includes (G80) heavy-duty locking rear differential and (T96) front halogen fog lamps. (DD8) inside rearview auto-dimming mirror can be upgraded to (DRC) inside rearview mirror with rear camera display when (PDD) Convenience Package is ordered. Not available with (PCJ) Sun, Entertainment. Not available with a Fleet or Government order type.) *GROSS* All-Star Edition It's a big region. Thus, the All-Star Edition includes: Inside rearview auto-dimming mirror Outside heated power-adjustable, power-folding mirrors An additional 9 months of SiriusXM Satellite Radio1 service 4 – 20" x 8.5" polished aluminum wheels Heavy-duty Trailering Package Heavy-duty locking rear differential Front halogen fog lamps Chrome door handles Chrome mirror caps Chrome grille with bright chrome grille insert Inside rearview auto-dimming mirror can be upgraded to inside rearview mirror with rear camera display when Convenience Package is ordered. Not available with Sun, Entertainment and Destinations Package. 1 Requires a subscription sold separately by SiriusXM after the first year which is continuous until you call SiriusXM to cancel. Available only in the 48 contiguous United States and D.C. Visit siriusxm.com for details.

Convenience Package

$1,060

includes (JF4) power-adjustable pedals, (AP3) remote vehicle starter system, (UD7) Rear Parking Assist, (UVC) Rear Vision Camera, (VGE) rear color-keyed fascia and (DRC) inside rearview mirror Convenience Package As its name implies, the Convenience Package includes features that can add a great deal of convenience to all your Avalanche® travel routines. These include: Power-adjustable pedals Remote vehicle starter system Rear Parking Assist Rear Vision Camera Inside rearview mirror with rear camera display Rear color-keyed fascia

LS Preferred Equipment Group

Includes Standard Equipment

Texas Edition

$3,105

includes (DD8) inside rearview auto-dimming mirror, (DL3) outside heated power-adjustable, power-folding and driver-side auto-dimming mirrors, additional 9 months of XM Radio service, (RCS) 4 - 20" x 8.5" (50.8 cm x 21.6 cm) polished aluminum wheels, (K5L) Heavy-Duty Trailering Package, (V22) bright chrome grille insert, chrome door handles, chrome grille and Texas Edition badge (Includes (G80) heavy-duty locking rear differential and (T96) front halogen fog lamps.(DD8) inside rearview auto-dimming mirror can be upgraded to (DRC) inside rearview mirror with rear camera display when (PDD) Convenience Package is ordered. Not available with (PCJ) Sun, Entertainment and Destinations Package. Not available with a Fleet or Government order type.) *GROSS* Texas Edition Think Texas big. The Texas Edition (available for dealers in Texas only) can deliver just that, by including: Inside rearview auto-dimming mirror Outside heated power-adjustable, power-folding mirrors An additional 9 months of SiriuxXM Satellite Radio1 service 4 – 20" x 8.5" polished aluminum wheels Heavy-duty Trailering Package Chrome door handles Chrome mirror caps Chrome grille with bright chrome grille insert Heavy-duty locking rear differential Front halogen fog lamps Texas Edition badge Inside rearview auto-dimming mirror can be upgraded to inside rearview mirror with rear camera display when Convenience Package is ordered. Not available with Sun, Entertainment and Destinations Package. 1 Requires a subscription sold separately by SiriuxXM after the first year which is continuous until you call SiriusXM to cancel. Available only in the 48 contiguous United States and D.C. Visit siriusxm.com for details.

Safety

Safety Features

  • Back-Up Camera
    Optional
  • Cross-Traffic Alert
    Not Available
  • Rear Parking Aid
    Optional
  • Blind Spot Monitor
    Not Available
  • Lane Departure Warning
    Not Available
  • Lane Keeping Assist
    Not Available
  • ABS
    Standard
  • Night Vision
    Not Available
  • Tire Pressure Monitor
    Standard
  • Brake Assist
    Not Available
  • Stability Control
    Standard
  • Traction Control
    Standard

US NHTSA crash test result

  • Rollover Rating

Airbags

  • Driver Air Bag
    Standard
  • Front Head Air Bag
    Standard
  • Front Side Air Bag
    Standard
  • Knee Air Bag
    Not Available
  • Passenger Air Bag
    Standard
  • Rear Head Air Bag
    Standard
  • Rear Side Air Bag
    Not Available
  • Seatbelt Air Bag
    Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

  • Basic
    3 Years / 36,000 Miles
  • Corrosion
    3 Years / 36,000 Miles
  • Drivetrain
    5 Years / 100,000 Miles
  • Roadside Assistance
    5 Years / 100,000 Miles
  • Rust-Through
    6 Years / 100,000 Miles