Chevrolet Avalanche vs Dodge Ram 2500
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2010 Dodge Ram 2500
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet AvalancheLS | Dodge Ram 2500ST |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LS | ST |
| Body style | Truck (Crew Cab) | Truck (Regular Cab) |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | flex-fuel (unleaded/E85) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Engine type | flex-fuel (FFV) | gas |
| Model year | 2013 | 2010 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet AvalancheLS | Dodge Ram 2500ST |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $35,980 | $27,215 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet AvalancheLS | Dodge Ram 2500ST |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 17 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 15 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 21 MPG (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | 31.5 gal | 35 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet AvalancheLS | Dodge Ram 2500ST |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 320 hp | 383 hp (best) |
| Torque | 335 lb-ft | 400 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 5.3 L | 5.7 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet AvalancheLS | Dodge Ram 2500ST |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 3 seats |
| Doors | 4 (best) | 2 |
| Towing capacity | 8,100 lbs | 13,450 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,295 lbs | 3,160 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 5,705 lbs | 5,492 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 9.1 in (best) | 7.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 130 in | 140.5 in (best) |
| Length | 221.3 in | 231 in (best) |
| Width | 79.1 in (best) | 78.9 in |
| Height | 76.6 in (best) | 73.3 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet AvalancheLS | Dodge Ram 2500ST |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | 3 / 5 ★ | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chevrolet Avalanche | Dodge Ram 2500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LS $35,980 MSRP(Currently comparing) | ST $27,215 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LS $39,030 MSRP | ST $30,465 MSRP |
| 3 | LT $38,625 MSRP | ST $30,665 MSRP |
| 4 | LT $41,675 MSRP | ST $30,190 MSRP |
| 5 | LTZ $44,580 MSRP | ST $33,860 MSRP |
| 6 | LTZ $47,885 MSRP | ST $34,060 MSRP |
| 7 | — | SLT $30,360 MSRP |
| 8 | — | SLT $35,215 MSRP |
| 9 | — | SLT $35,415 MSRP |
| 10 | — | SLT $35,915 MSRP |
| 11 | — | SLT $33,575 MSRP |
| 12 | — | SLT $38,480 MSRP |
| 13 | — | SLT $38,680 MSRP |
| 14 | — | SLT $39,180 MSRP |
| 15 | — | Laramie $39,290 MSRP |
| 16 | — | Laramie $39,490 MSRP |
| 17 | — | Laramie $39,990 MSRP |
| 18 | — | Laramie $42,450 MSRP |
| 19 | — | Laramie $42,650 MSRP |
| 20 | — | Laramie $43,150 MSRP |