Overview & Reviews

The North Face package is no longer offered, but an electronic stability control system is now available as part of the Z66 Premium On-Road Suspension package. Hydroboost brakes are now standard on all 1500 series Avalanches and the optional 8.1-liter V8 is now rated at 320 hp and 445 lb-ft of torque.

• Versatile and innovative cab configuration, strong V8 engines, substantial towing ability.

• Some cheap interior pieces, lifeless steering, limited drivetrain choices.

User Reviews:

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  Wow! - 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By dirtypool - June 20 - 2:00 am

  One test drive and your hooked. I purchased the model without body armor and I think they look even better than before.

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  The Avalanche is awesome! - 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By PinayCaramel - May 20 - 10:00 am

  I have an avalanche, and I love it!

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  I Like it - 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By Charles Ireland - May 14 - 2:00 am

  I fell in love at first drive - couldnt wait for mine to be delivered. We have over 10000 miles and have enjoyed every one of them. Having owned and deiven several vans and pickups, I can say that this is the most enjoyable vehicle weve owned.

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  A versatile truck - 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By Avy Owner - May 11 - 3:48 pm

  Many have suggested replacing the removable glass with a rear power window that retracts into the midgate. I like the existing design. By lowering the midgate, while leaving the glass and tonneau in place, I get extra load space AND protection from the elements. I love the adjustablity of the drivers seat, especially the lumbar support. Its the most comfortable seat I own. Ive owned trucks with both the 5.7 and 5.3L engines. GM claims the 5.3 has more power and better economy. That has not been my experience. The 5.7 always felt like it had more grunt and got better mileage. This truck needs both. I average 14-15 mpg. On the whole, though, a great truck.

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  great truck - 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By john brady - March 26 - 2:00 am

  first chevy in 40 years,boy I Been missing out on a great ride

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  Multi-purpose Monster - 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By Marty - March 18 - 3:01 pm

  I love my new avalanche. I upgraded from a 2WD Sierra w/bare essentials to the Z-71 with every option except the DVD player($1200 not worth it). What a difference. This truck is suprisingly nimble, and the turning radius is less than that of extended cab trucks(ie-easier for my wife to park). Towing capacity is solid. We towed our Grand Prix on a car trailer(total lbs= 6900) from FLA to WA state, only stopping for 9 hours and driving for 66. There were times I forgot I was even towing. What a beast! The midgate is awesome. Ive halled everything from drywall(full sheets) with the tailgate closed to 3 backhoe scoops of bark.

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  Outstanding Concept - 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By Bob - January 10 - 5:47 pm

  Owned a 2004 for a month. Pleasure to drive. Excellent ride. As a custom home builder need to pick up supplies very often. Avalanche converts to "truck" within 15 seconds and can easily put 9 long pieces of wood in it which are protected from the weather. Smartest vehicle buy I have ever made!

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  great vehicle - 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By gregg fail - January 6 - 2:00 am

  This is a very dependable vehicle and the ride is outstanding. The versatilty of the mid gate and the three peice topper is also very nice. The quality is very good and the styling looks terrific.

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  DISGUSTED DRIVER - 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By rscott - December 18 - 12:07 am

  It is obvious that I got a lemon compared to the positive remarks I read about the truck. I had nothing but TROUBLE. It was first in shop over a month for AC replacement. Then Tires, Tires AGAIN. They never got the tires/wheels balanced correctly. They finally gave me a new set and I still had to take the truck back several times to try to keep the balance right! Then a shortage in the Radio. Problems with the CD player. Brakes were terrible. I cant leave out the fact that when I drove over 70MPH the speedomoter whould flip over to 120MPH!, never corrected.This was the worst vehicle I have owned and will NEVER buy a GM product again!

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  Love my Chevy - 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By Bush - December 14 - 5:42 pm

  I never thought Id like the smaller bed but not once has it ever been an issue. I love the locking rear tailgate and hard cover. I go camping in the truck and simply lay down the back seat and put my pillow behind the front seats and feet out in the bed. Its secure and comfortable. I recommend the Avalanche to anyone looking for something different without giving up their truck. Believe it or not the locking boxes on the side are pretty cool too. I go boating and I also trailer motorcycles to the trails and its a good place to store my straps and hitch. The lock too so my stuff is safe. Plenty of room for the family and plenty of power to pull my 4,500 pound boat through the hills.