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Chevrolet Avalanche 2010

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Chevrolet Avalanche 2010

 

Victime de l’économie

Alexandre Crépault

 

Les temps sont durs pour le Chevrolet Avalanche. Glouton de nature et non conçu pour les chantiers de construction, il pourrait bien voir sa place en péril sur le marché. C’est dommage, car l’Avalanche est l’un des bons, pardon, très bons produits de GM.

 

Carrosserie

L’Avalanche n’a pas beaucoup changé depuis la sortie de la deuxième génération en 2007. Basé sur la plateforme du Suburban (un autre véhicule dont le sort ne laisse pas beaucoup de doute), il se veut un croisement entre une camionnette et un VUS. Sa particularité est de posséder un hayon central qui s’ouvre sur la boîte, portant ainsi la superficie de rangement utilisable de 5 pieds 3 pouces à 8 pieds 2 pouces. Cette boîte, on peut l’isoler complètement des éléments extérieurs grâce à un système de trois panneaux rigides et étanches. Chevrolet offre deux versions de l’Avalanche : LS et LT. La version LT comprend trois ensembles d’options. 

 

Habitacle

GM aurait gros à gagner en installant des cabines aussi réussies que celle de l’Avalanche sur l’ensemble de ses modèles. Même de base, l’Avalanche tire son épingle du jeu de façon impressionnante. Les tissus sont très corrects, le tableau de bord se distingue par sa simplicité et ses agréables matériaux de finition. Plusieurs options pratiques, comme le pédalier réglable, une chaîne audio haut de gamme, l’assistance au stationnement et la climatisation à deux zones sont offerts individuellement ou à l’intérieur d’un ensemble d’options. Selon le modèle choisi, l’Avalanche peut être équipé d’une banquette avant à trois places ou de deux fauteuils. Dans les deux cas, on y trouve du rangement à profusion, et le sélecteur de vitesses demeure sur la colonne de direction.

 

Moteur

Un V8 de 5,3 litres déplace l’Avalanche de série. La version Flex-Fuel, qui carbure au E85 (mélange d’éthanol et d’essence) vous intéressera peut-être également. Pour les plus grosses besognes, vous seriez avisé de choisir, en option, le V8 de 6 litres équipé de série d’un refroidisseur d’huile et de boîte de vitesses. Les deux moteurs sont issus de la technologie Active Fuel Management qui désactive la moitié des cylindres en vitesse de croisière. Depuis l’an dernier, une boîte de vitesses à 6 rapports remplace la désuète boîte à 4 rapports et se fait aimer pour son économie de carburant, car ses régimes moteur sont moins élevés. Selon l’usage que l’on entend faire de l’Avalanche, diverses suspensions et trains arrière sont offerts. Tous les modèles peuvent être dotés de deux ou de quatre roues motrices.

 

Comportement

Un véritable charme à conduire, cet Avalanche. Bien sûr, il demeure un éléphant dans un magasin de porcelaine. Les marches arrière ne sont pas faciles non plus, entre autres en raison de la mauvaise visibilité arrière. Sur la route, cependant, le confort de roulement et le silence dans l’habitacle ravissent les occupants à la façon d’une berline de luxe. La tenue de route est saine et posée, même sur les revêtements décomposés qu’on doit subir chaque jour. Loin d’être agile, l’Avalanche lance et ralentit ses 5700 livres quand même aisément. Même le rayon de braquage est bon. Par contre, dès qu’on commence à maltraiter l’accélérateur ou qu’on charge l’Avalanche, on voit d’un très mauvais œil la consommation augmenter. 

 

Conclusion 

L’Avalanche a toujours été un coup de cœur de votre noble serviteur. Cela dit, pour justifier son prix de 40 000 $ ou plus ainsi que le versement annuel de milliers de dollars aux pétrolières (malgré les efforts de GM pour limiter la consommation de l’Avalanche), il va falloir me trouver une sacrée bonne excuse. 

 

Plus

Confort

Côté pratique

Performances globales

 

Moins

Consommation de carburant

Mauvaise visibilité arrière

Pas de diesel

 

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

Emissions:
3 Years/60,000 km

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

Prix sommaire du véhicule

Description PDSF
Prix de base 47,005.00 $
Frais de transport 1,350.00 $
Prix total des options 0.00 $
Prix total avec les options 48,355.00 $
Prix total sans les options 48,355.00 $

Vehicle

Emissions
G/km Of CO2 Emissions N/A
Kg/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 20K km/year 5612

Chassis

Weight Information
Standard Weight - Front 0 lbs
Standard Weight - Rear 0 lbs
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Front 3800 lbs
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Rear 4100 lbs
Curb Weight - Front 3105 lbs
Curb Weight - Rear 2540 lbs
Option Weight - Front 0.00 lbs
Option Weight - Rear 0.00 lbs
Reserve Axle Capacity - Front 695.00 lbs
Reserve Axle Capacity - Rear 1560.00 lbs
As Spec'd Curb Weight 5645.00 lbs
As Spec'd Payload 1555.00 lbs
Maximum Payload Capacity 1555.00 lbs
Gross Combined Wt Rating 11000 lbs
Gross Axle Weight Rating 7900.00 lbs
Curb Weight 5645.00 lbs
Reserve Axle Capacity 2255.00 lbs
Total Option Weight 0.00 lbs
Payload Weight Front 0 lbs
Payload Weight Rear 0 lbs
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 7200.00 lbs
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. 5000 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. 600 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. 5400 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. 810 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 Multi-link
Spring Capacity - Front 3800 lbs
Spring Capacity - Rear 4100 lbs
Axle Type - Front Independent
Axle Type - Rear Semi-floating
Axle Capacity - Front 3800 lbs
Axle Capacity - Rear 4100 lbs
Axle Ratio (:1) - Front 3.08
Axle Ratio (:1) - Rear 3.08
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front 46 mm
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear 46 mm
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front 1.12 in
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear 1.12 in
Tires
Front Tire Order Code QAN
Rear Tire Order Code QAN
Spare Tire Order Code N/A
Front Tire Size P265/70R17
Rear Tire Size P265/70R17
Spare Tire Size 17"
Front Tire Capacity 2135 lbs
Rear Tire Capacity 2135 lbs
Spare Tire Capacity N/A
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 x -TBD- 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 13.5 x 0.8 in
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx 117 L
Fuel Tank Location Mid-body

Powertrain

Transmission
Drivetrain 4-Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code MYC
Trans Type 6
Trans Description Cont. Automatic w/OD
First Gear Ratio (:1) 4.03
Second Gear Ratio (:1) 2.36
Third Gear Ratio (:1) 1.53
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.15
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.85
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.67
Reverse Ratio (:1) 3.06
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) N/A
Transfer Case Model NVG 246
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High 1.00
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low 2.72
Mileage
EnerGuide Estimate - City N/A
EnerGuide Estimate - Hwy N/A
Cruising Range - City N/A
Cruising Range - Hwy N/A
Engine
Engine Order Code LMG
Engine Type Gas/Ethanol V8
Displacement 5.3L/327
Fuel System SFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 320 @ 5400
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 335 @ 4000
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 15.7 qts

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 61.8 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 38.8 in
Overhang, Rear w/o bumper 52.9 in
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 9.1 in
Ground Clearance, Rear 9.1 in
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 54.3 ft³

PACKAGE

  • Premium smooth ride suspension pkg

MECHANICAL

  • 5.3L SFI V8 Vortec flex-fuel engine -inc: Active Fuel Management *Capable of running on unleaded or up to 85% ethanol*
  • 6-speed automatic transmission w/OD -inc: tow/haul mode
  • 3.08 rear axle ratio
  • High capacity air cleaner
  • Electronic AutoTrac single speed transfer case w/control knob
  • HD rear locking differential
  • 4-wheel drive
  • HD maintenance-free battery w/rundown protection, retained accessory pwr
  • 145 amp alternator
  • HD trailering -inc: trailer hitch platform, 7-wire 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
  • (4) built-in tie down brackets on each side of pickup box
  • Top-box storage compartment w/integrated locks
  • 3266 kg (7200 lbs) GVWR
  • Front coil-over-shock suspension w/stabilizer bar
  • Rear multi-link suspension w/coil springs
  • Pwr steering
  • 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes
  • Stainless steel exhaust system
  • Mechanical jack & wheel wrench

EXTERIOR

  • (4) 17" x 7.5" 5-spoke aluminum wheels
  • P265/70R17 all-season BSW tires
  • 17" full-size spare tire & wheel
  • Lockable winch-type spare tire carrier mounted under frame at rear
  • Colour-keyed front fascia
  • Colour-keyed rear steel bumper
  • Grille w/chrome surround & dark mesh insert
  • Colour-keyed door handles
  • Rear quarter pillars
  • Dark charcoal assist steps
  • Dual halogen composite automatic headlights w/flash-to-pass
  • Front fog lights incorporated into front fascia
  • Manual folding heated pwr mirrors -inc: colour-keyed mirror caps
  • Solar-Ray glass -inc: front light tint, rear deep tint
  • Intermittent front wiper system w/pulse washers
  • Convert-a-Cab system -inc: Midgate w/foldable door between cargo box & cab, removable rear window glass that is stowable in midgate panel pocket, 3-piece rigid stowable cargo cover
  • Black HD one-piece rubber cargo bed mat
  • Pro-tec lockable tailgate w/protective cap moulding

ENTERTAINMENT

  • AM/FM stereo w/MP3 compatible CD player -inc: USB port, aux input jack, seek & scan, digital clock, auto-tone control, Radio Data System (RDS), speed-compensated volume, TheftLock, (36) cross-band presets
  • (6) speakers
  • Rear audio controls & headphone jacks -inc: dual headphone jacks, pwr outlet & controls for volume, station selection & media
  • XM satellite radio w/130 channels, commercial free music as well as the be in news, sports, talk, comedy & more, digital quality sound w/coast-to-coast signal coverage *Includes 3-free trial months after which fees apply*
  • In-vehicle Bluetooth system

INTERIOR

  • Front bucket seats -inc: 6-way pwr front seats, floor console, adjustable head restraints, dual manual lumbar control, seatback storage pockets
  • 3-passenger 60/40 rear split bench flip & fold seat
  • Premium cloth seat trim
  • Floor console -inc: damped-door storage covers, large storage bin, front & rear dual cupholders
  • Colour-keyed carpeting
  • Colour-keyed carpeted front & rear floor mats
  • Leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel -inc: brake/transmission shift interlock
  • Steering wheel-mounted audio & cruise controls
  • Driver info 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, 8-point compass, outside temp display
  • Analogue instrumentation -inc: speedometer, odometer w/trip odometer, fuel level, voltmeter, engine temp, oil pressure, tachometer
  • Programmable pwr door locks w/lockout protection
  • Pwr windows -inc: driver express down, lockout feature
  • Remote vehicle starter system -inc: (2) extended range key fob transmitters w/remote keyless entry, remote vehicle start, illuminated entry, panic & vehicle content theft alarms
  • Cruise control -inc: set & resume speed
  • Vehicle theft-deterrent w/electronic immobilizer
  • Dual-zone manual air conditioning -inc: individual climate settings for driver & right front passenger, rear vents in centre console, rear controls located overhead
  • Rear window defogger
  • Front passenger & outboard second row seat assist handles
  • Woodgrain accents -inc: instrument panel, door trim
  • Dual padded extendable sunshades w/illuminated vanity mirrors, cloth trim
  • 12V pwr outlets -inc: (2) on instrument panel, (1) cargo area, (1) inside floor console, (1) back of floor console
  • Lighting -inc: delayed entry feature, cargo light, door handle & keyless entry activated illuminated entry, front & rear map lights

SAFETY

  • StabiliTrak vehicle stability control w/proactive roll avoidance
  • Brake transmission shift interlock
  • Dual stage frontal airbags
  • Automatic passenger airbag suppression system w/passenger status indicator in overhead console
  • 1st & 2nd row roof rail mounted head curtain side-impact airbags w/rollover sensor
  • Seat-mounted side-impact driver & right front passenger airbags
  • OnStar in-vehicle communications & assistance service -inc: (1) year of Directions & Connections plan w/Turn-by-Turn Navigation (TBT availability impacted by some geographic/cellular limitations, advisor assisted routing available)
  • 3-point seat belts at all seating positions
  • Driver & front passenger pretensioners
  • LATCH (Lower anchors & top tethers) system
  • Child security rear door locks
  • Tire pressure monitor (does not apply to spare tire)
  • Side guard door beams

AIR CONDITIONING EXCISE TAX

FEDERAL AIR CONDITIONING EXCISE TAX ___ 100 $

PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP

1LT PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP
  • inc: Standard Equipment
1SB 0 $

ENGINE

5.3L SFI V8 VORTEC FLEX-FUEL ENGINE
  • inc: Active Fuel Management (STD)
  • *Capable of running on unleaded or up to 85% ethanol*
LMG 0 $

TRANSMISSION

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

AXLE

3.08 REAR AXLE RATIO GU4 0 $
3.42 REAR AXLE RATIO
  • (REQ: K5L Cooling Pkg)
GU6 0 $

WHEELS

(4) 17" X 7.5" 5-SPOKE ALUMINUM WHEELS
  • (STD)
P46 0 $
20" POLISHED WHEEL & TIRE PKG
  • inc: (4) 20" x 8.5" polished aluminum wheels, (4) P275/55R20 all-season BSW tires, 17" spare tire
RCS 1895 $

TIRES

P265/70R17 ALL-SEASON BSW TIRES
  • (STD)
QAN 0 $
P275/55R20 ALL-SEASON BSW TIRES
  • (REQ: RCS Wheel & Tire Pkg)
QSS 0 $

PRIMARY PAINT

IMPERIAL BLUE METALLIC 37U 0 $
BLACK 41U 0 $
BLUE GRANITE METALLIC 46U 0 $
SUMMIT WHITE 50U 0 $
BLACK GRANITE METALLIC 58U 195 $
VICTORY RED METALLIC 74U 0 $
TAUPE GRAY METALLIC GGW 0 $
SHEER SILVER METALLIC GGZ 0 $
LASER BLUE METALLIC
  • *Late Availability*
21U 515 $

PAINT SCHEME

STANDARD PAINT ___ 0 $

SEAT TYPE

FRONT BUCKET SEATS
  • inc: 6-way pwr front seats, floor console, adjustable head restraints, dual manual lumbar control, seatback 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, seatback storage pockets
  • (N/A w/UQA Bose Speakers)
  • *Deletes Floor Console & Rear Audio Controls*
  • *CREDIT*
AZ3 -890 $

SEAT TRIM

EBONY, PREMIUM CLOTH SEAT TRIM 19C 0 $
DARK CASHMERE/LIGHT CASHMERE, PREMIUM CLOTH SEAT TRIM 33C 0 $

RADIO

AM/FM STEREO W/MP3 COMPATIBLE CD PLAYER
  • inc: USB port, aux input jack, seek & scan, digital clock, auto-tone control, Radio Data System (RDS), speed-compensated volume, TheftLock, (36) cross-band presets (STD)
UUI 0 $
AM/FM STEREO W/MP3 COMPATIBLE CD/DVD PLAYER & REAR ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM
  • inc: USB port, aux input jack, seek-scan, digital clock, auto-tone control, speed-compensated volume, TheftLock, Radio Data System (RDS), (2) disc slots, rear DVD player w/remote control, overhead display, (2) sets of wireless headphones, aux audio/video input jacks, rear seat radio controls & earphone jacks
UUJ 2730 $

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT

DRIVER CONVENIENCE PKG
  • inc: pwr adjustable pedals, rear parking assist, rearview camera system w/display in rearview mirror, rear colour-keyed fascia
PDD 1260 $
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER K05 75 $
HD COOLING PKG FOR TRAILERING
  • inc: electronic Autotrac transfer case, external trans oil cooler, engine oil cooler, increases trailering capabilities, 3.42 axle ratio
K5L 440 $
INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER
  • (REQ: K5L Cooling Pkg)
  • *May not be suitable for some electric/hydraulic trailer brake systems, check w/trailer manufacturer for specific requirements*
JL1 250 $
CHROME RECOVERY HOOKS
  • *Dealer Installed* (LPO)
VQY 170 $
POLISHED EXHAUST TIPS
  • (N/A w/L9H Engine)
  • *Dealer Installed* (LPO)
VQZ 150 $
BLACK ROOF-MOUNTED LUGGAGE RACK
  • inc: side rails, cross bars
V54 395 $
LUGGAGE RACK CENTRE CROSS BARS
  • (REQ: V54 Luggage Rack)
V1K 0 $
PWR TILT-SLIDING SUNROOF
  • inc: express open/close, wind deflector, universal home remote
  • (REQ: CJ2 Dual-Zone Electronic Climate Control)
CF5 1480 $
CHROME MIRROR CAPS
  • *Dealer Installed* (LPO)
VKU 130 $
FRONT LICENSE PLATE MOUNTING PROVISIONS
  • *Included for vehicles shipped to BC, MB, NB, ON. Optional for vehicles shipped to AB, NL, NT, NS, NU, PE, QC, SK, YT*
VK3 15 $
EBONY FRONT CONSOLE ORGANIZER
  • (N/A w/AZ3 Split Bench Seat)
  • *Dealer Installed* (LPO)
VKW 50 $
EBONY FRONT & REAR ALL-WEATHER FLOOR MATS
  • *Dealer Installed* (LPO)
VAV 130 $
PWR ADJUSTABLE BRAKE & ACCELERATOR PEDALS
  • (REQ: UD7 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist)
JF4 210 $
UNIVERSAL HOME REMOTE
  • inc: programmable garage door opener
  • (REQ: CF5 Sunroof)
UG1 0 $
ULTRASONIC REAR PARKING ASSIST
  • inc: audible chime warning
  • (REQ: JF4 Pwr Adjustable Pedals)
  • *Replaces std rear steel bumper w/rear colour-keyed fascia*
UD7 365 $
REARVIEW CAMERA SYSTEM
  • inc: rearview mirror w/rear camera display, camera located in tailgate handle bezel
  • (REQ: PDD Convenience Pkg)
UVC 0 $
ELECTRONIC AUTOTRAC 2-SPEED TRANSFER CASE
  • w/rotary control knob
NQH 125 $
COLOUR-KEYED REAR FASCIA
  • (REQ: PDD convenience pkg)
VGE 0 $
CHROME UPPER & LOWER MESH GRILLE
  • *Dealer Installed* (LPO)
VAT 565 $
BODY-COLOUR UPPER & LOWER MESH GRILLE
  • (REQ: 50U Summit White Paint)
  • *Dealer Installed* (LPO)
VAS 530 $
CHROME DOOR HANDLES
  • *Dealer Installed* (LPO)
VKY 340 $
BOSE PREMIUM SOUND SPEAKER SYSTEM
  • inc: (7) speakers w/subwoofer in centre console
UQA 685 $
DUAL-ZONE ELECTRONIC CLIMATE CONTROL
  • inc: individual climate settings for driver & right front passenger, rear vents in centre console
CJ2 295 $
REAR VIEW MIRROR W/DISPLAY
  • (REQ: PDD Convenience Pkg)
DRC 0 $