Overview & Reviews

The Chevy Avalanche truck rumbles into 2006 with minor changes only. These include a new design for the Avalanche's optional mirrors (last year's camper-style heated mirrors have been dropped in favor of a new folding and extending heated design) and a standard compass built into the rearview mirror. Stability control and a tire-pressure monitoring system 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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  Second Chevy truck - 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By bjk3 - May 24 - 7:04 am

  I had a 01 Chev swb ls with the 327 engine.. Probably in my opinion the best V8 engine in production, because it will go 300,000 plus if well takin care of, and parts for it can be found anywhere, and they dont break the bank like the imports. This 06 is even better, I bought from Car Maxt after the other one was totaled in a hail storm. So I have been driving the 327 for 13 years total. At the time of purchase had 93,000 miles. Never been in the shop after 3 years of ownership. Had two emission issues, that chev avalanche club helped me fix, Great multi purpose vehicle. gas mileage could be better, averages only 13 in town, but highway miles good as high as 19.

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  I just want to drive it! - 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By txyank1 - February 7 - 9:06 pm

  After several GM pickups I hadnt driven more than a block and I was hooked on the Avalanche. I had joined an Avalanche fan club and been reading about them for 5 months. This is my 3rd Av (had for almost 3 yrs now) and Ive loved every one. Each was a little better-equipped, this one being a Z66 with Sun/Sound. Liked the 3.73 gears in the 03 for get-up but love the 3.42s for highway mpg. 21+ consistently on trips. If GM only made a pickup that rode like this.

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  Best truck ever - 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By allen copeland - May 27 - 4:20 am

  From daily driving to camping, atving, snowmobiling, RV pulling, grocery runs, hardware, and landscaping hauling. The kids love the rear seat DVD player, and the wife likes the heated seats in the winter. My favorite is the OnStar that now allows me to contact my wife as soon as I get back to the truck after a day snowmobiling instead of an hour later when I get within cell range.

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  Love My Avalanche - 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By Love It! - May 25 - 2:43 pm

  This is hands down the nicest vehicle I have ever been lucky enough to own. It is the best of all worlds for me, large enough to haul my labs and hunting gear with locking compartments and also pull my trailer. Far more flexibility than my Silverado, Blazer, or Corvette!

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  Love My Truck - 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By ELMER DIALS - January 19 - 1:55 pm

  This is without a doubt the nicest vehicle Ive ever owned. I work at a Chevy dealership, so I see and drive lots of vehicles. With the exception of the new body style Avalanche, this is my favorite Chevy truck. The gas mileage is 15-17 mpg depending on how you drive it. It takes less than 2 minutes to convert it into truck mode. The re-sale value on these vehicles is great too. NADA loves em. Ride quality is great. Good power. Better than an SUV with back seat room and its hidden under the plastic cover. It keeps my wife and babys junk hidden all the time.

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  Bills Avlanche Review - 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By Bill - December 24 - 8:35 pm

  I have driven my Avalanche for the past seven months, putting 6000 miles on it. During this time, it has run flawlessly, been a very comfortable vehicle to ride in, and a vehicle with enough power to get it up and going. It can hold its own on the highway, running 55 mph or 80 mph. At the higher speeds, I have found it to still have reserve power to make it move if need be. Towing a trailer is tolerated well by the 5.3 liter engine. I have found it to tow very well and brakeing is great. My avalanche will stop very well on its own and equally well with towing a trailer. In short, I love my Avalanche. It drives and rides like a car but has the built of a truck.

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  This should have been mine before now. - 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By bob fowler - July 26 - 8:16 pm

  This truck is a blast to drive. I use it in my business and the enclosed bed is just great for delivering my product.

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  Avalanche Exceeded Expectations - 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By Stephen - July 16 - 3:16 pm

  Given the price of gasoline, I was a bit skeptical in buying this vehicle. However, after completing a 2,000 mile trip to the Pacific Northwest and back I was amazed at the MPG I attained. I averaged close to 22MPG on our trip! Granted, I wasnt towing a trailer, however, for the size of the vehicle and the fact that we had loaded the rear bed with luggage and other travel gear, I was still pleased. The fact that the dealership had discounted the truck $12K from the $38,500 MSRP was the icing on the cake. It was equipped with the on road suspension package, sunroof, XM radio, Bose system, luggage rack, rear entertainment system, leather seats and electronic air. We love it!

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  2nd Time Around - 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By Michael - May 16 - 4:22 pm

  My 2006 2WD Z66 is a replacement for my 2002 Z66. Chevy must be doing something right as this was the first time Ive ever repeated on a vehicle. The mileage continues to be a problem as would any vehicle this size and weight. Most comfortable and smoothest riding vehicle Ive ever owned and this one is number 18. For my money, theres not a better highway car.

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  Simply Wonderful, Great Chevy - 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
  By Sanjay - April 3 - 2:51 pm

  I purchased my Avalanche about a month ago and absolutely love it. If anyone out there thinks GM is in trouble, please do a test, drive a Toyota, Nissan, Honda and then youll know what I am talking about. I used to drive Toyotas all the time, until I bought my GMC Sierra in 2000. This convinced me that GM trucks are the best. I bought my Avalanche a month ago and its a beauty. It rides like a Lexus, it does not have any wind noise like the Tundra or Ridgeline. GM has come a long way building trucks and this simply shows how well they can build it. Again when in doubt, do drive others and youll come back to the Avalanche. Excellent, ride, comfort, convenice, etc etc etc.