2002 Chevrolet Avalanche Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
13 -14 City / 17 -18 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
285 -340
Seats
5 -6
Front angle view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Lee M
My avalanche is 16 years old and still great!
My 2002 avalanche is just as good as new. . The only money I spent on my truck is tires oil change and one time when squirrels made a nest under the hood and chewed into wiring. . . I had that fixed bought a new belt for it and that is all. . . That is the highest amount I have spent. . .
accountCircle Luwahana M
That it still looks and drives great! It has 178,000 miles and is still like new...
It is 15 years old and has started every time and I have only put out 900 dollars on it to fix some wiring and besides that only gas and change oil buy tires
accountCircle Maria H
Amazing Avalanche 165,000 miles.
4WD, Leather seats, Lots of room. Eats a lot of gas. Running boards, seat belts. Can take the tops off. Needs a mass air flow sensor. Easy fix. Lots of power. Can pull stuff. New tires. Has had the front end redone.165,000 miles. Automatic lights. Stereo
accountCircle wilfred w
4 wheel drive is great for snow and/or ice,or heavy rain.
4 wheel drive,comfortable,good radio.mileage ok.bed cover
accountCircle STAN G
IT'S OLD BUT STILL RUNS GREAT AND IS TOUGH. GETS ME TO WHERE I NEED TO BE.
SMOOTH RIDE, POWERFUL, 4 WHEEL DRIVE, SIT HIGH UP, HEAVY
accountCircle jimmy C
That it is a chevy and it can go anywhere because it is four wheel drive
Like everything about it i can drive anywhere that i want
accountCircle Jennifer G
Pretty good in gas for a v8 truck.
There's plenty of room for my daughter and her friends. Great for going to the drive in. Even with a smaller bed it can hold a lot of stuff due to being able to expand it up to front seats.
accountCircle Michelle B
My 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche
My avalanche does have some flaws like the rust above the back tires. I have owned it for more than 5 years now. It does need maintenance like the starter, water pump etc, overall it has been a very dependable vehicle. I haul rock, tow cars, it's been a family driver as well. I do love my avalanche.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Davina N
2002 black with gray trim avalanche.
There are major mechanical issues. Leaking fluid. Rear passenger will not open. Front passenger window only rolls down from driver side. Needs three new tires. Leaking coolant tank. Needs front brakes replaced. Makes grinding noise. Has trouble with steering.
accountCircle AUSTIN D
The vehicle's suspension system matches well with its 4 x 4 all wheel drive.
Air bag light active at purchase. Oil change light at purchase. Narrow track. Bulky but sturdy. Strong pull, nice accessories, solid electronics. Easy operation. Durable. Good warranty history. Multi point inspections across ownership. Moonroof, truck bed canopy.
accountCircle MaryAnn A
It works well for my family. I don't think we would get another one, though.
I like the fact that it can haul things but it uses too much gas. It is very durable and a pretty comfortable ride. It has a lot of miles on it.
accountCircle Jeff C
It's a good truck and has different features than most.
I like the truck overall but here lately I've had issues out of the transmission which I'm going to have to get either rebuilt or buy a new one either way it's not going to be cheap. In these early models the transmission isn't worth two cents and I've heard this is very common in their early 2000 models
accountCircle Joe N
Nice truck, but should have had recalls.
Transmission issues, brake issues, good motor I like the ride and the cladding is an absolute pain. It is hard to keep it looking because you have to find a product that will last longer than 2 or 3 months. Other than those items the truck has been pretty reliable.
accountCircle Mary A
It's been very reliable, although repairs are usually costly.
I like the fact that we can haul things, but the gas mileage is not very good.

Chevrolet Avalanche Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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1500 5dr Crew Cab 130" WB
285 HP 16-16 MPG 5-6 Seats
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2500 5dr Crew Cab 130" WB
340 HP 5-6 Seats
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1500 5dr Crew Cab 130" WB 4WD
285 HP 15-15 MPG 5-6 Seats
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2500 5dr Crew Cab 130" WB 4WD
340 HP 5-6 Seats
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2002 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Reviews

4.58
76 Reviews
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5 stars 67%
4 stars 25%
3 stars 7%
2 stars 1%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Betty B on March 11, 2021
That it is very reliable I would trust it to do anything that I needed to do.
I like my truck it has a lot of room in it. My truck can also add more room by letting the seats down and taking the window out. I have hauled a lot of stuff in my truck like my winter wood and coal. It is very useful to me.
accountCircle STAN C on March 8, 2021
IT RIDES REALLY SMOOTHLY, LIKE A LIMOUSINE.
IT'S BIG, POWERFUL AND RIDES REALLY SMOOTH. IT'S ALSO COMFORTABLE INSIDE AND CAN GO THRU THE DEEPEST SNOW. ONLY DRAWBACK IS IT DOESN'T HAVE GOOD GAS MILEAGE. NOW IT'S BEGINNING TO RUST.
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Ranks #5 Full Size Pickup Trucks by Owners

The 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche has an average owner rating of 4.58 out of 5 which ranks it #5 of 16 other Full Size Pickup Trucks.

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2002 GMC Sierra 2500
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4.71
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4.58

Ranks #2 Full Size Pickup Trucks by Fuel Economy

The 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche has a combined MPG of 20 which ranks it #2 of 6 other Full Size Pickup Trucks.

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2002 Toyota Tundra
19 MPG
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2002 GMC Sierra 1500
20 MPG
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2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
19 MPG
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2002 Chevrolet Avalanche
18 MPG

Is The 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche A Good Car?

Yes it is good it provides good transportation to the places I need to go to and I is very comfortable to sit in
Steve W.

How Reliable Is The 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche?

It is reliable. The check engine light is on but we know what the problem is just have yet to fix it.
Susan C.
Yes it is very reliable and works very well it has not provided any problems towards means it continues to give me good trust in it
Moshe C.

Is The 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche A Good Value?

$7500. Yes. I think so. Good for the price. I've looked for others and there are some for more money with a lot more miles.
Justice D.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2002 Chevy Avalanche rear differential fluid type?

Answer: The 2002 Chevy Avalanche rear differential fluid type iS75W90. This part will need to be replaced eventually. You should change Your tires every 30,000 to 50,000 miles or so. You don't want to get into any...

What's the 2002 Chevy Avalanche gas tank size?

Answer: The size of the gas tank in the 2002 Chevy Avalanche depends on which engine is in it. The 5.3 L V8 engine has a 31-gallon tank and the 8.1 L V8 can hold 37.5 gallons. Use regular unleaded gasoline with an...

What's the 2002 Chevy Avalanche brake line size?

Answer: The brake line size for a 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche iS3/8" diameter and 40" length.

What's the 2002 Chevy Avalanche 1500 oil type?

Answer: The 2002 Chevy Avalanche 1500 is going to come factory standard with A5.3L Vortec V8 engine. There was also an upgrade option available for a much largeR8.1L V8 engine. If You have the standard engine You'll...

What is the 2002 Chevy Avalanche transmission control module location?

Answer: The transmission control module on the 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche is known for a host of issues. If You're receiving a related OBD-II fault code, it's best to get the module replaced as soon as possible;...
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Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

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Side

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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

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Roof Strength

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Driver-side Overlap Front

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