Overview & Reviews

Changes for 2005 include a new optional touchscreen navigation system and a chrome exterior accent package. Interior trim has been split up into LS and LT levels. Steering wheel radio controls and OnStar are now standard on all models.

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

• Some cheap interior pieces, lifeless steering, fewer drivetrain choices than comparable trucks.

User Reviews:

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  AWESOME - 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By Michael6013 - September 29 - 5:06 pm

  This truck is awesome. I debated with myself for a long time before breaking down and getting one. I dont regret my decision, I love it. I also believe the truck looks best in the Sunburst color. This truck has the best comfort I have ever owned. I traded my Tahoe in for it.

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  Aavalanche - 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By avalanche - September 23 - 4:03 pm

  I have been very satified with my purchase. It has proven to be very reliable and durable.I can ride with style and grace or pull, haul, and move anything I desire with no problem. I will be trading for the next year model soon.

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  5 months and loving it! - 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By Anthony in NY - September 16 - 4:12 am

  To provide a fair assessment, I waited 5000 miles to post this. The Avalanche had by far the best ride of any truck in the class, with the Z-71 package being a relative bargain. Fit and finish is excellent engine is smooth, ride exceptional for a behemoth of 5800 lbs OnStar is a plus very capable offroad and in the sand. It powers right through. There is nothing like the ease of use of the bed. It has held everything from a yard of topsoil, fishing gear, home depot trips and it handled them all well with ease. The side locking compartments around the bed are valuable and the truck could not be sturdier. Truly the best all-around vehicle I have owned and the most comfortable truck to date. No real complaints. Gas mileage on the hwy is great- about 21. Around town its exactly what youd expect- 13 or so. Air pressure makes a big difference in mileage on the Avalanche. Too low and it drops. If you can afford the gas, this is the truck.

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  I love my Av! - 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By GAUTHIERTROY - September 15 - 4:48 pm

  Love it! Drove on a family vacation 7,000 miles. It was great. The only drawback is the gas mileage. If you use your luggage rack, it will drink extra gas. It rides heavy on the highway and handles well in the mountains. I dont regret one thing about this purchase except me and my wife fighting to see who gets to drive it.

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  I Love My Avalanche - 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By djhwi - August 29 - 3:24 pm

  After owning other 4WD vehicles, this one is the best ever! You forget that this is a truck and not a car, the ride is so smooth and all the gadgets makes this vehicle the best Ive ever owned.

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  Second as good as the first. - 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By Buckdawg - August 20 - 9:39 am

  I owned a 2002 Avalanche for 3 years and just bought a 2005 Avalanche this month. I found the 2WD fuel usage to be very good considering the size of the vehicle. Except for the tailgate support recall and routine maintenance, I did not have one problem with the vehicle. It has been fun and useful to drive.

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  My Avalanche - 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By LMWilson - July 16 - 12:49 pm

  It has great comfort for travel, and tows like a dream. For a big vehicle, the fuel economy is bettery than expected. Ive owned several trucks and this is the best ever.

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  Like it! - 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By Dale - July 15 - 2:58 pm

  Bought the basic vehicle with only the Z66 package. it has all I need. I love the ride and versatility. I use the midgate at least twice a week for something. The look without the body molding but with the wheel flairs is great. I usually get tired of a vehicle within a year, but Ill be keeping this one for a number of years.

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  Second one is the charm - 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By Chuck Bachorski - July 14 - 12:59 am

  This is my second Avalanche. The 2002 model had many flaws. On my new vehicle, I ditched the cladding. This gives the truck a cleaner appearance and will prevent the cladding from coming loose. The ride on this vehicle is smoother, the braking is better and the fit/finish is tighter than the 2002 model. Fuel economy is approximately 16 mpg overall. I get 19+ MPG on the highway, which is pretty good for a vehicle of this size.

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  A sweet ride - 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By btmec - July 6 - 1:17 am

  I have had my Avalanche for a month. So far I have not been dissapointed. I cant find one thing to dislike. It tows my boat with no problem. The ride is beautiful for a 4WD vehicle. I took it off road the other day up some step and rough hills and it handled them with no problems at all. I was riding in comfort with my XM radio playing and the air conditioner on. It was a blast. This is honestly the best vehicle I have ever owned.