2005
Chevrolet Avalanche

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Available trims

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  • 1500 5dr Crew Cab 130" WB LS
    Starts at
    $34,010
    MPG
    14 City / 19 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas/Ethanol V8
    Drivetrain
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    1,530 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
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  • 1500 5dr Crew Cab 130" WB Z66
    Starts at
    $34,010
    MPG
    14 City / 19 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas/Ethanol V8
    Drivetrain
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    1,530 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
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  • 1500 5dr Crew Cab 130" WB LT
    Starts at
    $34,010
    MPG
    14 City / 19 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas/Ethanol V8
    Drivetrain
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    1,530 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
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  • 1500 5dr Crew Cab 130" WB 4WD LS
    Starts at
    $37,010
    MPG
    14 City / 18 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas/Ethanol V8
    Drivetrain
    Four Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    1,517 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
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  • 1500 5dr Crew Cab 130" WB 4WD Z71
    Starts at
    $37,010
    MPG
    14 City / 18 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas/Ethanol V8
    Drivetrain
    Four Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    1,517 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
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  • 1500 5dr Crew Cab 130" WB 4WD LT
    Starts at
    $37,010
    MPG
    14 City / 18 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas/Ethanol V8
    Drivetrain
    Four Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    1,517 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
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  • 2500 5dr Crew Cab 130" WB 4WD LS
    Starts at
    $38,420
    MPG
    -
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Four Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    2,226 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
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  • 2500 5dr Crew Cab 130" WB 4WD LT
    Starts at
    $38,420
    MPG
    -
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Four Wheel Drive
    Payload Capacity
    2,226 lbs
    Towing Capacity
    N/A
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Notable features

  • Dual-purpose design
  • Passenger- and cargo-hauling abilities
  • Removable rear window
  • Available Autotrac 4WD

The good & the bad

The good

  • Cargo-carrying versatility
  • Configurable interior
  • Abundant storage space
  • Comfortable seats

The bad

  • Massive dimensions
  • Fuel economy
  • Trucklike experience
  • Modestly sized cargo bed with all seats up
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Safety review

Based on the 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
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Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
6 years / 100,000 miles
Powertrain
3 years / 36,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
10 years or newer / up to 100,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12,000 miles Bumper-to-Bumper Limited
Dealer certification
126-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

86% of drivers recommend this car
Based on 36 reviews
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Comfort
4.7
Interior
4.4
Performance
4.2
Value
4.3
Exterior
4.5
Reliability
4.2

Most recent

  • By Awsome Transformer from Atlanta Ga
    Owns this car
    January 9, 2024

    Amazing Transformer

    I have a 2005 Victory Red 2 wheel drive 1500. It has about 230k miles. I do residential construction and it’s the only truck that will allow me to carry 16-18’ length lumber hanging way out the back sometimes over 10’ past the rear bumper. But I do it anyways all the time. I just put a bunch of red flags on the end of the materials and the sides. I have even delivered several hundred pieces of rebar which I think where like 21’ long. They where literally dragging on the ground but I have done this countless times and have never been stopped by the police. Building houses and being able to deliver full length materials has been priceless. Also I have loaded the bed with a pallet of concrete and delivered many deck packages where the pressure treated material was water logged and weigh a tremendous amount. I estimate I often carry 2500-3k lbs in the bed sometimes almost double it’s payload capacity and even though the shocks and springs are flat and the backend is almost flat on the ground the truck handles it no problem. Also this truck is unique because you never have to be homeless. With the bed covers on an air mattress you can sleep 2 people very comfortably. With your upper bodies in the cab of the truck. It’s totally awsome. Very private and you can use the bed light and also turn the truck on and off to heat and cool it. Best of all you can stow all your blankets etc. in the storage boxes when you are not sleeping. We call it urban camping and it’s just like a mobile home.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Randy bruno from Hot Springs Village AR
    Owns this car
    February 27, 2023

    Love my truck

    Have the 2005 Z71 4 wheel drive with the big engine 320,000 Miles and still runs great Only done required maintenance Most expensive repair was the fuel bust pump around the 250,000 miles And like every other year I put about $200 to $600 in it when things would stop working I change the oil about every 3,500 miles It has been garage keep and still shines and I keep all the black plastic rubbed down with black magic tire care Everything on it still works and the interior is in great shape Love my truck
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Lb from South Dallas tx
    Owns this car
    August 16, 2022

    Don’t buy this crap,the transmission are crap

    I bought mine in 2008 had around 75,000 miles 2013 the 4 and 3rd goes out take it to a shop 2,500 now 13 years have passed add 50,000 miles to around 126,000 now transmission 4 and 3 go out again.costed me 1,500 in towing fees to get home.now the Transmission shop wants 3,000 to rebuild.It’s only worth 10,000 now.I would have never bought this lemon if I new their transmission are crap.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort
    3.0
    Interior
    3.0
    Performance
    1.0
    Value
    1.0
    Exterior
    3.0
    Reliability
    1.0
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  • By Judy from Bonita Springs, Florida
    Owns this car
    May 26, 2022

    Love my truck

    Had my 2005 since 08 and except for regular maintenance I’ve had no problems. Has over two hundred thousand miles and going great. I would buy it again for sure.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Wrebit from Dawson Creek B.C Canada
    Owns this car
    February 19, 2021

    Brakes and steering ,and gear Ind fail

    Eats front drivers brakes and rear passengers brakes pads rotor etc,steering randomly goes to non power Armstrong steering, also brakes go from power to almost nothing ,to do with hydro boost ,dash doesn't say what gear its in and ,if its parked? for 5 days the battery is dead we're have to shut off. Battery every night ,heated seats have quit twice ,cat converter came apart inside and sounded horrible front u joints every 40'000 km ,now at 170'000km its had t case replaced front wheel bearings tie rods twice inner and outer power steering pump twice ,front drive shaft is slipping on splines ,tail gate latch freezes then falls open randomly on its 4th one ,trim piece on sun roof fell off in town the other day ,mouse went in to fuse box through perfect size hole and the air filter let's dirt through like its not there ,two heater control modules no heat with out it ,now traction control drags brakes ,using double the fuel non of the above was repaired under warranty ,I'm told it is wrong serial # for recalls
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    4.0
    Performance
    3.0
    Value
    2.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    2.0
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  • By SARGE3 from SPRINGHILL FL'
    Owns this car
    July 10, 2020

    minener problys

    MY AIR BAG WILL NOT TURN OFF NOW MY SPEEDOMERTER NOT WORKING and cannot get a reading from computer all this happen in one day why
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    4.0
    Performance
    4.0
    Value
    4.0
    Exterior
    4.0
    Reliability
    3.0
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  • By Avalanche #1 from Mansfield, TX
    Owns this car
    April 7, 2020

    Best Truck

    The best truck made. It has the smoothest ride. Great functionality. The bed cover protects, you have side compartments for storage. The mid gate lowers to create a long bed truck.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Wayne from Indianapolis, In.
    Owns this car
    April 1, 2020

    Great looking body style

    Nice size interior with lots of legroom for passengers very stylish and comfortable the kids like the DVD player in the back seat keeps them busy while traveling
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Towing
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By TruckHunter from Providence, RI
    Owns this car
    April 18, 2019

    Wonderful Experience

    Came looking for a lower mileage truck in above average condition, and found a great one at Road Ready Used Cars. Miguel B. did an excellent job filling me in about all the details. Hope to find my next one here.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Dreadhead from North Platte
    Owns this car
    February 10, 2019

    Needle in a haystack

    This truck was every thing I was looking for. The dealership helped me with everything and the salesman was very accommodating. It was very difficult finding an avalanche in my location
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    4.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    4.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By "Ldd" from Puxico Mo
    Owns this car
    January 12, 2019

    Has alot of electrical issues

    It has electrical issues, passenger windows and seats keep blowing fuses, makes a winning noise in radio when truck is running, put keys in ignition and turn on hear a crackling noise if anything comes on like seatbelts warning it makes a winning noise in dashboard also if start motor and lights comes on at dark they will blink and alternator usually charges at 14, sometimes will charge way over and times will charge way under, it not the alternator cause I've replaced it twice
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort
    3.0
    Interior
    3.0
    Performance
    2.0
    Value
    3.0
    Exterior
    4.0
    Reliability
    2.0
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  • By rdtracy from Mountain Lakes
    Owns this car
    November 18, 2018

    Great flexibility locking hard covered cargo area.

    Pros: Great to carry 4x8 ft plywood/sheetrock in any weather, or reconfigure and carry passengers in the large back row. Great for light construction projects. Cons: Rusting parts underneath. .
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    4.0
    Interior
    4.0
    Performance
    3.0
    Value
    3.0
    Exterior
    4.0
    Reliability
    3.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche?

The 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is available in 4 trim levels:

  • LS (3 styles)
  • LT (3 styles)
  • Z66 (1 style)
  • Z71 (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche?

The 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche offers up to 14 MPG in city driving and 19 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche reliable?

The 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has an average reliability rating of 4.2 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche owners.

Is the 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche a good Truck?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. 86.1% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.3 / 5
Based on 36 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.7
  • Interior: 4.4
  • Performance: 4.2
  • Value: 4.3
  • Exterior: 4.5
  • Reliability: 4.2

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