Chevrolet Avalanche vs Ram 2500
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Ram 2500
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet AvalancheLS | Ram 2500Tradesman |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LS | Tradesman |
| 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 | 8-speed automatic |
| Engine type | flex-fuel (FFV) | gas |
| Model year | 2013 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet AvalancheLS | Ram 2500Tradesman |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $35,980 (best) | $47,375 |
| Lowest listing price | — | $38,898 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $61,025 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $93,043 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 48 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet AvalancheLS | Ram 2500Tradesman |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 17 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 15 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 21 MPG (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | 31.5 gal | 32 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet AvalancheLS | Ram 2500Tradesman |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 320 hp | 405 hp (best) |
| Torque | 335 lb-ft | 429 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 5.3 L | 6.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet AvalancheLS | Ram 2500Tradesman |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 3 seats |
| Doors | 4 (best) | 2 |
| Towing capacity | 8,100 lbs | 15,640 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,295 lbs | 3,935 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 5,705 lbs (best) | 6,065 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 9.1 in (best) | 7 in |
| Wheelbase | 130 in | 141 in (best) |
| Length | 221.3 in | 232 in (best) |
| Width | 79.1 in (best) | 79 in |
| Height | 76.6 in | 78 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet AvalancheLS | Ram 2500Tradesman |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side pole | Not Rated | — |
| Rollover | 3 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 | None reported (best) |
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 | Ram 2500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LS $35,980 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Tradesman $47,375 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LS $39,030 MSRP | Tradesman $50,995 MSRP |
| 3 | LT $38,625 MSRP | Tradesman $51,195 MSRP |
| 4 | LT $41,675 MSRP | Tradesman $50,305 MSRP |
| 5 | LTZ $44,580 MSRP | Tradesman $53,925 MSRP |
| 6 | LTZ $47,885 MSRP | Tradesman $54,125 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Black Express $50,995 MSRP |
| 8 | — | Black Express $51,195 MSRP |
| 9 | — | Black Express $53,925 MSRP |
| 10 | — | Black Express $54,125 MSRP |
| 11 | — | Big Horn $51,125 MSRP |
| 12 | — | Big Horn $54,745 MSRP |
| 13 | — | Big Horn $54,945 MSRP |
| 14 | — | Big Horn $54,055 MSRP |
| 15 | — | Big Horn $57,675 MSRP |
| 16 | — | Big Horn $57,875 MSRP |
| 17 | — | Lone Star $51,125 MSRP |
| 18 | — | Lone Star $54,745 MSRP |
| 19 | — | Lone Star $54,945 MSRP |
| 20 | — | Lone Star $54,055 MSRP |
| 21 | — | Lone Star $57,675 MSRP |
| 22 | — | Lone Star $57,875 MSRP |
| 23 | — | Warlock $53,925 MSRP |
| 24 | — | Laramie $62,830 MSRP |
| 25 | — | Laramie $63,030 MSRP |
| 26 | — | Laramie $65,760 MSRP |
| 27 | — | Laramie $65,960 MSRP |
| 28 | — | Laramie $80,270 MSRP |
| 29 | — | Power Wagon Diesel $70,275 MSRP |
| 30 | — | Power Wagon Hemi $70,275 MSRP |
| 31 | — | Rebel $70,275 MSRP |
| 32 | — | Limited $74,840 MSRP |
| 33 | — | Limited $75,130 MSRP |
| 34 | — | Limited $77,770 MSRP |
| 35 | — | Limited $78,060 MSRP |
| 36 | — | Limited $92,570 MSRP |
| 37 | — | Longhorn $74,840 MSRP |
| 38 | — | Longhorn $75,130 MSRP |
| 39 | — | Longhorn $77,770 MSRP |
| 40 | — | Longhorn $78,060 MSRP |
| 41 | — | Longhorn $92,570 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Chevrolet Avalanche vs Ram 2500 FAQ
- Which is better: 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche or 2027 Ram 2500?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche vs 2027 Ram 2500 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche or 2027 Ram 2500?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche starts lower at $35,980. Live Ram 2500 listings start at $38,898.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche or 2027 Ram 2500?
- The 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (35,980).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche or 2027 Ram 2500?
- The 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (17).
- Which has better horsepower: 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche or 2027 Ram 2500?
- The 2027 Ram 2500 leads on horsepower in this comparison (430).
- Which has better seats: 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche or 2027 Ram 2500?
- The 2027 Ram 2500 leads on seats in this comparison (6).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche or 2027 Ram 2500?
- The 2027 Ram 2500 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (15,810).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche vs 2027 Ram 2500?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chevrolet Avalanche (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).