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Chevrolet Avalanche 2008

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Chevrolet Avalanche 2008

Chevrolet Avalanche

Une avalanche de bonnes nouvelles

Hugues Gonnot

L'Avalanche est un véhicule hybride; un croisement d'un Tahoe et d'un Silverado. Ce camion, davantage destiné aux loisirs qu'au travail, revient avec de nouveaux arguments.

Carrosserie

Les nouvelles lignes réussissent à mélanger avec bonheur la tradition (de loin, on reconnaît que c'est un Chevrolet) et le modernisme, puisque les lignes sont fluides et expressives. On a cependant l'impression que toute la partie arrière a été reprise sans modifications de l'ancienne génération. Vous savez quoi, c'est parfait comme ça! Parce que côté flexibilité, c'est tout bon. En trois minutes, on peut abaisser le panneau séparant la boîte de l'habitacle et obtenir une longueur de chargement de huit pieds, sans effort. On peut aussi enlever la vitre arrière, ce qui permet de transporter de gros meubles. Les panneaux au-dessus de la boîte sont facilement amovibles et parfaitement étanches (essai réalisé sous une montagne de neige fondante). Pour les petits objets, les deux compar-timents de rangement verrouillables sur les côtés offrent un espace allant jusqu'à 48 litres chacun.

Habitacle

L'affreuse planche de bord en plastique Dollarama de la première génération fait heureusement place à un ensemble élégant, de bien meilleure qualité. Si l'ergonomie de toutes les commandes est réussie, trouver une bonne position de conduite n'est pas évident en raison de l'horrible Tilt Steering. Il y a juste quatre crans d'ajustement. Résultat: c'est trop haut ou trop bas. De plus, pas de colonne télescopique. Mais en choisissant de s'installer plus haut et plus près du volant, cela reste cependant très correct. De plus, les pédales ajustables en hauteur électriquement sont disponibles en option. La pseudo-banquette de la version de base LS offre une assise confortable, même si on manque légèrement de soutien latéral. Ce problème est résolu avec les versions LT et LTZ, qui reçoivent des baquets. L'habitacle est silencieux et l'équipement de bonne qualité, même avec la version LS. La LTZ est tout équipée, mais on fait un saut de 14 000 $ par rapport à la LT.

Mécanique

La mécanique de base est le traditionnel 5,3 litres avec système de désactivation des cylindres. Ce système est quasiment inopérant en ville (on sait quand on passe de 8 à 4 cylindres en consultant les menus de l'ordinateur de bord) et on atteint alors une consommation frôlant les 20 litres aux 100 km. Il fait par contre merveille sur route et on peut descendre aux alentours de 11 litres aux 100 km. De plus, la transition entre les modes huit et quatre cylindres est imperceptible. Une version six litres est aussi disponible mais, sensiblement plus énergivore, elle reste réservée à des applications sérieuses de traction. En fait, le plus gros reproche vient de la boîte de vitesses, pas tant du point de vue de son fonctionnement (elle est prompte à répondre et passe les rapports en douceur) que du fait qu'elle ne compte que quatre rapports. Une boîte à six rapports ferait baisser la consommation et améliorerait encore les reprises. Une telle boîte existe, mais elle est pour l'instant réservée au 6,2 litres.

Comportement

Dans l'ensemble, son comportement routier s'est grandement amélioré. La direction est précise et permet de bien toucher la route (le rayon de braquage n'est par contre pas un point fort, mais le radar de stationnement est offert en option), alors que le roulis limité donne confiance dans les virages. Le freinage est à la hauteur pour un engin de ce poids, tandis que la transmission intégrale fait du bon travail sur la neige. Et le tout ne se fait pas au détriment du confort des passagers.

Conclusion

Le prix des versions LS et LT est vraiment accrocheur. À condition d'avoir besoin d'un tel véhicule, l'Avalanche en donne beaucoup. Tous les défauts de l'ancien sont corrigés et il se montre plus polyvalent que jamais. C'est clair, la plateforme GMT 900 est une réussite!

Forces

Polyvalence imbattable Comportement en progrès Habitacle enfin accueillant Rapport prix-prestations (LS et LT)

Faiblesses

Boîte automatique avec quatre rapports seulement Consommation trop élevée en milieu urbain

Informations

Warranty Basic:
3 Years/60,000 km

Drivetrain:
5 Years/160,000 km

Corrosion:
3 Years/60,000 km
Rust-Through
6 Years/160,000 km

Hybrid/Electric Components:
8 Years/160,000 km

Roadside Assistance:
5 Years/160,000 km
includes Courtesy Transportation

Prix sommaire du véhicule

Description PDSF
Prix de base 41,545.00 $
Frais de transport 1,300.00 $
Prix total des options 0.00 $
Prix total avec les options 42,845.00 $
Prix total sans les options 42,845.00 $

Vehicle

Emissions
G/km Of CO2 Emissions N/A
Kg/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 20K km/year N/A

Chassis

Weight Information
Standard Weight - Front 0 lbs
Standard Weight - Rear 0 lbs
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Front 3400 lbs
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Rear 4000 lbs
Curb Weight - Front 3046 lbs
Curb Weight - Rear 2493 lbs
Option Weight - Front 0.00 lbs
Option Weight - Rear 0.00 lbs
Reserve Axle Capacity - Front 354.00 lbs
Reserve Axle Capacity - Rear 1507.00 lbs
As Spec'd Curb Weight 5539.00 lbs
As Spec'd Payload 1461.00 lbs
Maximum Payload Capacity 1461.00 lbs
Gross Combined Wt Rating N/A
Gross Axle Weight Rating 7400.00 lbs
Curb Weight 5539.00 lbs
Reserve Axle Capacity 1861.00 lbs
Total Option Weight 0.00 lbs
Payload Weight Front 0 lbs
Payload Weight Rear 0 lbs
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 7000.00 lbs
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. 5000 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. 600 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. 7200 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. 1080 lbs
Maximum Trailering Capacity N/A
Frame
Frame Type Ladder
Sect Modulus Rails Only N/A
Frame RBM N/A
Frame Strength N/A
Frame Thickness N/A
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front Coil over shock
Suspension Type - Rear Semi-floating
Spring Capacity - Front 3400 lbs
Spring Capacity - Rear 4000 lbs
Axle Type - Front Independent
Axle Type - Rear Semi-floating
Axle Capacity - Front 3400 lbs
Axle Capacity - Rear 4000 lbs
Axle Ratio (:1) - Rear 3.73
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front 32 mm
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear 32 mm
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front 1.42 in
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear 1.12 in
Tires
Front Tire Order Code QAN
Rear Tire Order Code QAN
Front Tire Size P265/70R17
Rear Tire Size P265/70R17
Spare Tire Size P265/70R17
Front Tire Capacity 2135 lbs
Rear Tire Capacity 2135 lbs
Spare Tire Capacity 2135 lbs
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Front N/A
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Rear N/A
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Spare N/A
Wheels
Front Wheel Size 17 x 7.5 in
Rear Wheel Size 17 x 7.5 in
Spare Wheel Size 17 in
Front Wheel Material Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material Steel
Steering
Steering Type Pwr
Steering Ratio (:1), On Centre 17.75
Steering Ratio (:1), At Lock 3.0
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb 43.0 ft
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall N/A
Brakes
Brake Type Pwr
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 13 x 1.2 in
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 13.6 x 0.8 in
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx 117 L
Fuel Tank Location N/A

Powertrain

Transmission
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code M30
Trans Type 4
Trans Description Cont. Automatic w/OD
First Gear Ratio (:1) 3.05
Second Gear Ratio (:1) 1.62
Third Gear Ratio (:1) 1.00
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.69
Reverse Ratio (:1) 2.29
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) N/A
Mileage
EnerGuide Estimate - City 14.7 L/100 km
EnerGuide Estimate - Hwy 9.8 L/100 km
Cruising Range - City 1871.12 mi
Cruising Range - Hwy 2806.68 mi
Engine
Engine Order Code LY5
Engine Type Gas V8
Displacement 5.3L/327
Fuel System SFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 320 @ 5200
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 340 @ 4200
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) 600
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) 145
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (3rd) N/A
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity N/A

Dimensions

Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity 5
Front Head Room 41.1 in
Front Leg Room 41.3 in
Front Shoulder Room 65.3 in
Front Hip Room 64.4 in
Second Head Room 40.0 in
Second Leg Room 39.1 in
Second Shoulder Room 65.2 in
Second Hip Room 62.3 in
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase 130.0 in
Length, Overall w/o rear bumper 221.3 in
Length, Overall N/A
Width, Max w/o mirrors 79.1 in
Height, Overall 76.6 in
Overhang, Front N/A
Overhang, Rear w/o bumper N/A
Front Bumper to Back of Cab N/A
Cab to Axle N/A
Cab to End of Frame N/A
Ground to Top of Load Floor 31.0 in
Ground to Top of Frame N/A
Frame Width, Rear N/A
Ground Clearance, Front N/A
Ground Clearance, Rear N/A
Body Length 0.00 ft
Cab to Body N/A
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Box Length @ Floor 63.3 Min, 98.2 Max in
Cargo Box Width @ Top, Rear 50.0 in
Cargo Box Width @ Floor 50.0 in
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings 50.0 in
Cargo Box (Area) Height 22.5 in
Tailgate Width N/A
Cargo Volume 45.5 ft³
Ext'd Cab Cargo Volume N/A

MECHANICAL

  • 5.3L SFI V8 Vortec engine w/Active Fuel Management
  • Engine block heater
  • High capacity air cleaner
  • 4-speed automatic transmission w/OD-inc: tow/haul mode
  • Brake transmission shift interlock
  • Auxiliary HD air-to-oil transmission oil cooler
  • HD rear locking differential
  • 3.73 rear axle ratio
  • StabiliTrak vehicle stability control w/proactive roll avoidance
  • Rear wheel drive
  • HD trailering-inc: trailer hitch platform, 7-pin wiring harness w/fused trailering circuits mated to a 7-way sealed connector, 51mm (2") receiver, 4-blunt cut wires in the IP harness to accommodate installation of an after market trailer brake controller
  • (2) frame mounted front recovery hooks recessed in front fascia
  • Premium smooth ride suspension w/rear dual-rate coil springs
  • P265/70R17 all-season BSW tires
  • Full-size spare tire w/17" x 7.5" steel wheel
  • (4) 17" x 7.5" 5-spoke aluminum wheels
  • 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes
  • Top-box storage, side doors
  • Lockable winch-type spare tire carrier mounted under frame at rear
  • Mechanical jack & wheel wrench stored in rear quarter trim
  • Stainless steel exhaust system

EXTERIOR

  • Colour-keyed front fascia
  • Colour-keyed rear steel bumper
  • Colour-keyed bodyside mouldings
  • Grille w/chrome surround
  • Colour-keyed door handles
  • Rear quarter pillars w/anchorage points
  • Dark charcoal assist step running boards mounted between front/rear wheels
  • Halogen fog lamps
  • Dual halogen composite headlights w/flash-to-pass & auto headlight control
  • Colour-keyed manual fold away heated pwr mirrors
  • Solar-Ray tinted glass
  • Solar-Ray deep tinted rear door glass
  • Removable rear window glass, storable in midgate panel pocket
  • Intermittent front wiper system w/pulse washers
  • Midgate foldable door between cargo box & cab
  • 3-piece rigid composite stowable cargo cover
  • Black HD one-piece rubber bed mat
  • (4) cargo area tie-down brackets on each side of box
  • Top-box storage compartments integrated w/locks
  • Front license plate provisions for vehicles shipped to BC, MB, NB, NL, NT, NS, NU, ON
  • Lockable tailgate w/protective cap moulding

INTERIOR

  • Front custom cloth reclining bucket seats-inc: 6-way pwr front seats, dual manual lumbar, floor console, adjustable head restraints, rear storage pockets
  • Custom cloth 3-passenger 60/40 rear split-bench flip & fold seat
  • Colour-keyed carpeting
  • Colour-keyed carpeted front/rear floor mats
  • Leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel
  • Vehicle theft deterrent w/electronic immobilizer
  • Steering wheel mounted controls for audio, cruise control
  • Driver information centre-inc: message centre, warning messages, programmable personalization features such as door locking & unlocking, trip computer, trip odometer, individual tire pressure readouts, fuel range, average fuel consumption, oil life
  • Warning tones-inc: headlamps-on, key-in-ignition, driver & right front passenger safety belt unfasten, turn signal on
  • Analog instrumentation-inc: speedometer, odometer w/trip odometer, fuel level, voltmeter, engine temp, oil pressure, tachometer
  • Tire pressure monitor (does not apply to spare tire)
  • Programmable pwr door locks w/lockout protection
  • Pwr windows-inc: driver express down, lockout feature
  • Remote keyless entry-inc: (2) extended range key fob transmitters, illuminated entry, panic & vehicle content theft alarms, wiring provisions for remote vehicle start
  • OnStar in-vehicle communications & assistance service w/Turn-by-Turn Navigation (TBT availability impacted by some geographic/cellular limitations, advisor assisted routing available), 1-year Directions & Connections service plan
  • Cruise control-inc: set & resume speed
  • AM/FM stereo w/MP3 compatible CD player-inc: aux input jack, seek & scan, digital clock, auto-tone control, speed-compensated volume, TheftLock, Radio Data System (RDS), 6-speaker system
  • Rear audio controls & headphone jacks-inc: dual headphone jacks, pwr outlet, controls for volume/station selection/media
  • Dual-zone manual air conditioning-inc: individual climate settings for driver & right front passenger, rear vents in centre console
  • Rear window defogger
  • Front passenger & outboard second row seats assist handles
  • Woodgrain accents on instrument panel & along door trim
  • Dual front/rear cup holders
  • Floor console w/damped-door storage covers, large storage bin, dual front & rear cupholders, (1) pwr outlet inside bin & (1) in rear, rear seat audio audio controls
  • Electrochromic rearview mirror w/8-point compass, outside temp indicator
  • Dual padded extendable sunshades w/illuminated vanity mirrors, cloth trim
  • 12-volt auxiliary pwr outlets, (2) on instrument panel, (1) in cargo area
  • Lighting-inc: driver & passenger side door switch w/delayed entry feature, cargo light, door handle or remote keyless entry activated illuminated entry, front/rear map lights

SAFETY

  • 4-wheel anti-lock brakes
  • Driver & front passenger dual stage airbags w/front passenger sensing system, automatic airbag suppression system, passenger status indicator in overhead console
  • Roof rail mounted side curtain airbag system w/rollover sensor
  • Manual lap/shoulder safety belts at all seating positions
  • Driver & front passenger pretensioners
  • Child safety seat lower anchors & top tethers for LATCH system
  • Child security rear door locks
  • StabiliTrak vehicle stability control w/proactive roll avoidance
  • Brake transmission shift interlock
  • Side-guard door beams

AIR CONDITIONING EXCISE TAX

FEDERAL AIR CONDITIONING EXCISE TAX ___ 100 $

SELECT-A-UNIT

SELECT-A-UNIT (SAU) 2 2 0 $

PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP

LT1 PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP 1SB 0 $

SUSPENSION PKG

PREMIUM SMOOTH RIDE SUSPENSION PKG
  • inc: rear dual-rate coil springs (STD)
ZW7 0 $

ENGINE

5.3L SFI V8 VORTEC ENGINE W/ACTIVE FUEL MANAGEMENT
  • (STD)
LY5 0 $
5.3L SFI FLEX-FUEL V8 VORTEC ENGINE W/ACTIVE FUEL MANAGEMENT & VARIABLE VALVE TIMING LMG 0 $

TRANSMISSION

4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD
  • inc: tow/haul mode (STD)
M30 0 $

AXLE

3.73 REAR AXLE RATIO GT4 0 $
4.10 REAR AXLE RATIO GT5 0 $

DECOR

STD DECOR YE9 0 $

TIRES

P265/70R17 ALL-SEASON BSW TIRES
  • inc: matching spare (STD)
QAN 0 $
P265/70R17 ALL-SEASON OWL TIRES
  • inc: matching spare
QAS 195 $
20" TIRE & WHEEL PKG
  • inc: (4) P275/55R20 all-season BSW tires w/17" spare tire, (4) 20" x 8.5" painted aluminum wheels w/17" spare wheel
QSS 1795 $

SEAT TYPE

FRONT RECLINING BUCKET SEATS
  • inc: 6-way pwr driver & front passenger seats, floor console, adjustable head restraints, dual manual lumbar control, rear storage pockets (STD)
A95 0 $
FRONT 40/20/40 RECLINING SPLIT BENCH SEAT
  • inc: 6-way pwr driver seat, driver manual lumbar control, centre fold-down storage armrest, lockable storage compartments in seat cushion w/aux pwr outlet, adjustable outboard head restraints, rear storage pockets
  • (N/A w/UQA Bose Speakers)
  • *Deletes Floor Console & Rear Audio Controls*
AZ3 -890 $

SEAT TRIM

CUSTOM CLOTH SEAT TRIM
  • (STD)
__D 0 $

PAINT

SOLID PAINT
  • (STD)
ZY1 0 $

RADIO

AM/FM STEREO W/MP3 COMPATIBLE CD PLAYER
  • inc: aux input jack, seek & scan, digital clock, auto-tone control, speed-compensated volume, TheftLock, Radio Data System (RDS), 6-speaker system (STD)
US8 0 $
AM/FM STEREO W/MP3 COMPATIBLE 6-DISC CD CHANGER
  • inc: aux input jack, seek & scan, digital clock, auto tone control, speed compensated volume, TheftLock, Radio Data System (RDS), 6-speaker system
US9 495 $
AM/FM STEREO W/MP3 COMPATIBLE CD/DVD PLAYER & REAR ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM
  • inc: seek-scan, digital clock, auto-tone control, speed-compensated volume, TheftLock, radio data system (RDS), auxiliary input jack, DVD player w/remote control, overhead display, (2) sets of 2-channel wireless headphones, auxiliary audio/video input jacks, dual-zone auto climate control, Bose premium speaker system, (7) speakers, subwoofer in centre console
  • (REQ: A95 Front Bucket Seats) (N/A w/CJ3 Climate Control, UQ3 Speakers)
  • *Deletes the STD 6-disc CD changer*
UVA 2730 $

WHEELS

(4) 17" x 7.5" BRIGHT ALUMINUM WHEELS
  • (STD)
P46 0 $
(4) 20" x 8.5" PAINTED ALUMINUM WHEELS
  • (REQ: QSS 20" Tire & Wheel Pkg)
___ 0 $

REQUIRED OPTION

HEATED MANUAL FOLDING PWR MIRRORS
  • (STD)
DL8 0 $
HEATED PWR WIDE LOAD REARVIEW MIRRORS
  • inc: manual extending & folding, integrated turn signals, lower convex spotter glass
DPN 425 $

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS

DUAL ZONE MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL
  • (STD)
CJ3 0 $
DUAL ZONE ELECTRONIC CLIMATE CONTROL
  • inc: individual settings for driver & right front passenger, rear vents in centre console
CJ2 295 $
FRONT LICENSE PLATE MOUNTING PROVISIONS
  • *Included for vehicles shipped to BC, MB, NB, NL, NT, NS, NU, ON. Optional for vehicles shipped to AB, PE, QC, SK, YT*
VK3 15 $
BLACK ROOF MOUNTED LUGGAGE RACK
  • inc: side rails, cross bars
V54 395 $
PRELIMINARY INVOICE Z31 0 $
PWR ADJUSTABLE BRAKE & ACCELERATOR PEDALS
  • (REQ: UD7 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist)
JF4 210 $
ULTRASONIC REAR PARKING ASSIST
  • inc: instrument panel-mounted shutoff switch, rearview LED light bar, audible chime warning
  • (REQ: JF4 Pwr Adjustable Brake & Accelerator Pedals)
  • *Replaces std rear step bumper w/rear colour-keyed fascia*
UD7 365 $
XM SATELLITE RADIO
  • inc: 120 channels, commercial free music as well as the best in news, sports, talk, comedy & more, digital sound quality w/coast-to-coast signal coverage
  • *Includes (3) free trial months beyond which service fees apply*
U2K 260 $
PWR TILT-SLIDING SUNROOF
  • inc: express open/close, wind deflector, universal home remote
  • (REQ: CJ2 Dual Zone Electronic Climate Control)
CF5 1480 $
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY
  • (STD)
AP8 0 $
REMOTE VEHICLE STARTER SYSTEM
  • inc: (2) extended-range key fobs, remote keyless entry w/vehicle start, illuminated entry, panic alarm, vehicle content theft alarm
AP3 255 $
SOUND SYSTEM SPEAKERS
  • (STD)
UQ3 0 $
BOSE PREMIUM SPEAKER SYSTEM
  • inc: (7) speakers w/subwoofer in centre console
  • (REQ: A95 Bucket Seats) (N/A w/AZ3 Spilt Bench Seat)
UQA 685 $
PHASE 1 PRODUCTION (MAY 5-16) B0A 0 $
PHASE 2 PRODUCTION (MAY 19-30) B0C 0 $
PHASE 3 PRODUCTION (JUNE 2-14) B0E 0 $
PHASE 4 PRODUCTION (JUNE 16-30) B0G 0 $