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Compare Chevrolet Avalanche vs GMC Sierra 1500

Chevrolet Avalanche
2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
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$35,980
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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GMC Sierra 1500
2024 GMC Sierra 1500
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$49,100
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.5
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Overview

Engine
5.3L V8 Flex-fuel (FFV)
Engine
2.7L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
5.3L EcoTec3 V8 (+$1,595)
3.0L Turbo Diesel (+$2,390)
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
10-Speed Automatic (Optional)
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 15 MPG
Hwy: 21 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 18 MPG
Hwy: 22 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
31.5 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
24 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
6 seater

Photos

Chevrolet Avalanche
2007-2013 Chevrolet Avalanche Rear Angle View
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2022-2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Rear Angle View
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
5.3L V8 Flex-fuel (FFV)
2.7L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
5.3L EcoTec3 V8 (+$1,595)
3.0L Turbo Diesel (+$2,390)
Horsepower
320 hp @ 5400 rpm
310 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque
335 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
430 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
10-Speed Automatic (Optional)
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Maximum Towing Capacity
N/A
13,300 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
17 MPG
20 MPG
City
15 MPG
18 MPG
Highway
21 MPG
22 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
10.7 Tons/yr
8.8 Tons/yr
EPA rating
2
N/A

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
31.5 gallons
24 gallons
Cruising Range City
472.5 miles
432 miles
Cruising Range Highway
661.5 miles
528 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
N/A
231.94 in
Height
76.6 in
75.6 in
Max Width
79.1 in
81.24 in
Wheelbase
130 in
147.44 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
6 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.3 in
44.53 in
Front Seat Headroom
41.1 in
43.03 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
65.2 in
66.02 in
Front Seat Hip Room
60.3 in
61.18 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
39.1 in
35.24 in
Rear Seat Headroom
40 in
39.88 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
65.2 in
64.88 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
62.3 in
60.24 in

Cargo Box Dimensions

Box Length (Floor)
63.3 in
79.44 in
Box Width (Floor)
50 in
71.4 in
Box Width (Top, Rear)
50 in
N/A
Box Width (Wheelhousings)
50 in
50.63 in
Box Height (Area)
22.5 in
22.4 in
Tailgate Width
50 in
N/A
Cargo Volume
45.5 ft³
71.7 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Electric Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter
43 ft
46.3 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
17" x 7.5"
17" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 7.5"
17" x 8"

Tires

Front Tire
P265/70R17
255/70R17
Rear Tire
P265/70R17
255/70R17
Spare Tire
P265/70R17
255/70R17

Colors and Materials

Standard Interior Materials

  • Dark Cashmere/Light Cashmere, Premium Cloth
  • Ebony, Premium Cloth
  • Dark Walnut/Slate, Cloth seat trim
  • Jet Black, Cloth seat trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Not Available
Optional
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Optional
Climate Control
Not Available
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Optional
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Not Available
Optional
Rear A/C
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Start
Not Available
Standard
Navigation from Telematics
Standard
Not Available
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

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

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Rust-Through
6 Years / 100,000 Miles
6 Years / 100,000 Miles
Drivetrain Note
N/A
Sierra TurboMaxTM engines, 3.0L & 6.0L Duramax® Turbo-Diesel engines, and certain commercial, government, and qualified fleet vehicles: 5 years/100,000 miles
Maintenance Note
N/A
First Visit: 12 Months/12,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance Note
N/A
Sierra TurboMaxTM engines, 3.0L & 6.0L Duramax® Turbo-Diesel engines, and certain commercial, government, and qualified fleet vehicles: 5 years/100,000 miles
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