Chevrolet Avalanche vs Dodge Ram 3500
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2010 Dodge Ram 3500
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet AvalancheLS | Dodge Ram 3500ST |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | diesel fuel |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | flex-fuel (FFV) | diesel |
| Model year | 2013 | 2010 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet AvalancheLS | Dodge Ram 3500ST |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $35,980 | $34,680 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet AvalancheLS | Dodge Ram 3500ST |
|---|---|---|
| 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 3500ST |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 320 hp | 350 hp (best) |
| Torque | 335 lb-ft | 650 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 5.3 L | 6.7 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet AvalancheLS | Dodge Ram 3500ST |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 3 seats |
| Doors | 4 (best) | 2 |
| Towing capacity | 8,100 lbs | 17,600 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,295 lbs | 4,650 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 5,705 lbs (best) | 6,847 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 9.1 in (best) | 7.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 130 in | 140.5 in (best) |
| Length | 221.3 in | 231 in (best) |
| Width | 79.1 in (best) | — |
| Height | 76.6 in (best) | 73.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet AvalancheLS | Dodge Ram 3500ST |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | 3 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| 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 3500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LS $35,980 MSRP(Currently comparing) | ST $34,680 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LS $39,030 MSRP | ST $38,250 MSRP |
| 3 | LT $38,625 MSRP | ST $38,450 MSRP |
| 4 | LT $41,675 MSRP | ST $37,595 MSRP |
| 5 | LTZ $44,580 MSRP | ST $41,350 MSRP |
| 6 | LTZ $47,885 MSRP | ST $41,550 MSRP |
| 7 | — | SLT $38,320 MSRP |
| 8 | — | SLT $43,485 MSRP |
| 9 | — | SLT $43,685 MSRP |
| 10 | — | SLT $44,185 MSRP |
| 11 | — | SLT $41,490 MSRP |
| 12 | — | SLT $46,430 MSRP |
| 13 | — | SLT $46,630 MSRP |
| 14 | — | SLT $47,130 MSRP |
| 15 | — | Laramie $47,065 MSRP |
| 16 | — | Laramie $47,265 MSRP |
| 17 | — | Laramie $47,765 MSRP |
| 18 | — | Laramie $49,945 MSRP |
| 19 | — | Laramie $50,145 MSRP |
| 20 | — | Laramie $50,645 MSRP |