How much does the 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche cost?

The 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche has a starting MSRP of $33,435, ranging up to $37,355 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes LS from $33,435; LT from $34,305.

What is the fuel economy of the 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche?

The 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche achieves up to 16 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.

How much can the 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche tow?

The 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche has a maximum towing capacity of up to 8,200 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.

Is the 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche safe?

The 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche earned an overall rating of Not Rated out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this model year; check the recalls section for details.

How many trims does the 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche come in?

The 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is available in 2 trims (4 total configurations) across Truck (Crew Cab) body styles with rear wheel drive, four wheel drive.

2008 Chevrolet Avalanche

2 trims · 4 configurations · Truck (Crew Cab)

Starting MSRP

$33,435 – $37,355

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NHTSA safety

Not rated

Frontal (driver)★★★★★

Frontal (passenger)★★★★★

Side (driver)★★★★★

Side (passenger)★★★★★

Rollover★★★☆☆

Source: NHTSA · 4 recalls on record

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Pricing

How much should you pay for the Chevrolet Avalanche? Select a trim to update purchase and lease estimates.

MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on LS

Total price (LS MSRP)

$33,435

Typical monthly

$662/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-08-23). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche trims

LS RWD
MSRP
$33,435
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
14/20
Horsepower
320 hp
Torque
340 lb-ft
Engine
5.3L V8 gas
Seating
6
Drivetrain
RWD
Cargo (cu ft)
—
Max towing
8,200 lbs
LS 4WD
MSRP
$36,485
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
14/19
Horsepower
310 hp
Torque
335 lb-ft
Engine
5.3L V8 flex-fuel (FFV)
Seating
6
Drivetrain
4WD
Cargo (cu ft)
—
Max towing
8,000 lbs
LT RWD
MSRP
$34,305
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
14/20
Horsepower
320 hp
Torque
340 lb-ft
Engine
5.3L V8 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
RWD
Cargo (cu ft)
—
Max towing
8,000 lbs
LT 4WD
MSRP
$37,355
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
14/19
Horsepower
310 hp
Torque
335 lb-ft
Engine
5.3L V8 flex-fuel (FFV)
Seating
5
Drivetrain
4WD
Cargo (cu ft)
—
Max towing
8,000 lbs

Compare 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche trim specifications
Spec	LS RWD	LS 4WD	LT RWD	LT 4WD
MSRP	$33,435	$36,485	$34,305	$37,355
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	14/20	14/19	14/20	14/19
Horsepower	320 hp	310 hp	320 hp	310 hp
Torque	340 lb-ft	335 lb-ft	340 lb-ft	335 lb-ft
Engine	5.3L V8 gas	5.3L V8 flex-fuel (FFV)	5.3L V8 gas	5.3L V8 flex-fuel (FFV)
Seating	6	6	5	5
Drivetrain	RWD	4WD	RWD	4WD
Cargo (cu ft)	—	—	—	—
Max towing	8,200 lbs	8,000 lbs	8,000 lbs	8,000 lbs

Manufacturer specifications by trim and drivetrain. Same trim names with different MSRPs are distinct FWD/AWD (or other drivetrain) configurations from the catalog. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type: LS RWDgas
LS 4WDflex-fuel (FFV)
LT RWDgas
LT 4WDflex-fuel (FFV)
Fuel type: LS RWDregular unleaded
LS 4WDflex-fuel (unleaded/E85)
LT RWDregular unleaded
LT 4WDflex-fuel (unleaded/E85)
Cylinders: LS RWDV8
LS 4WDV8
LT RWDV8
LT 4WDV8
Displacement: LS RWD5.3 L
LS 4WD5.3 L
LT RWD5.3 L
LT 4WD5.3 L
Horsepower: LS RWD320 hp
LS 4WD310 hp
LT RWD320 hp
LT 4WD310 hp
Torque: LS RWD340 lb-ft
LS 4WD335 lb-ft
LT RWD340 lb-ft
LT 4WD335 lb-ft
Transmission: LS RWD4-speed automatic
LS 4WD4-speed automatic
LT RWD4-speed automatic
LT 4WD4-speed automatic
Drivetrain: LS RWDrear wheel drive
LS 4WDfour wheel drive
LT RWDrear wheel drive
LT 4WDfour wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: LS RWDTruck (Crew Cab)
LS 4WDTruck (Crew Cab)
LT RWDTruck (Crew Cab)
LT 4WDTruck (Crew Cab)
Doors: LS RWD4
LS 4WD4
LT RWD4
LT 4WD4
Seating: LS RWD6
LS 4WD6
LT RWD5
LT 4WD5
Length: LS RWD221.3 in
LS 4WD221.3 in
LT RWD221.3 in
LT 4WD221.3 in
Width: LS RWD79.1 in
LS 4WD79.1 in
LT RWD79.1 in
LT 4WD79.1 in
Height: LS RWD76.6 in
LS 4WD76.6 in
LT RWD76.6 in
LT 4WD76.6 in
Wheelbase: LS RWD130 in
LS 4WD130 in
LT RWD130 in
LT 4WD130 in
Ground clearance: LS RWD9.1 in
LS 4WD9.1 in
LT RWD9.1 in
LT 4WD9.1 in

Capacity & weight

Max towing: LS RWD8,200 lbs
LS 4WD8,000 lbs
LT RWD8,000 lbs
LT 4WD8,000 lbs
Max payload: LS RWD1,444 lbs
LS 4WD1,397 lbs
LT RWD1,444 lbs
LT 4WD1,397 lbs
Curb weight: LS RWD5,556 lbs
LS 4WD5,803 lbs
LT RWD5,556 lbs
LT 4WD5,803 lbs
Fuel tank: LS RWD31 gal
LS 4WD31 gal
LT RWD31 gal
LT 4WD31 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG: LS RWD16
LS 4WD16
LT RWD16
LT 4WD16
City MPG: LS RWD14
LS 4WD14
LT RWD14
LT 4WD14
Highway MPG: LS RWD20
LS 4WD19
LT RWD20
LT 4WD19

Full specifications by trim
Spec	LS RWD	LS 4WD	LT RWD	LT 4WD
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	gas	flex-fuel (FFV)	gas	flex-fuel (FFV)
Fuel type	regular unleaded	flex-fuel (unleaded/E85)	regular unleaded	flex-fuel (unleaded/E85)
Cylinders	V8	V8	V8	V8
Displacement	5.3 L	5.3 L	5.3 L	5.3 L
Horsepower	320 hp	310 hp	320 hp	310 hp
Torque	340 lb-ft	335 lb-ft	340 lb-ft	335 lb-ft
Transmission	4-speed automatic	4-speed automatic	4-speed automatic	4-speed automatic
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive	four wheel drive	rear wheel drive	four wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	Truck (Crew Cab)	Truck (Crew Cab)	Truck (Crew Cab)	Truck (Crew Cab)
Doors	4	4	4	4
Seating	6	6	5	5
Length	221.3 in	221.3 in	221.3 in	221.3 in
Width	79.1 in	79.1 in	79.1 in	79.1 in
Height	76.6 in	76.6 in	76.6 in	76.6 in
Wheelbase	130 in	130 in	130 in	130 in
Ground clearance	9.1 in	9.1 in	9.1 in	9.1 in
Capacity & weight
Max towing	8,200 lbs	8,000 lbs	8,000 lbs	8,000 lbs
Max payload	1,444 lbs	1,397 lbs	1,444 lbs	1,397 lbs
Curb weight	5,556 lbs	5,803 lbs	5,556 lbs	5,803 lbs
Fuel tank	31 gal	31 gal	31 gal	31 gal
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPG	16	16	16	16
City MPG	14	14	14	14
Highway MPG	20	19	20	19

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2008 Chevrolet Avalanche FAQ

How much does the 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche cost?: The 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche has a starting MSRP of $33,435, ranging up to $37,355 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes LS from $33,435; LT from $34,305.
What is the fuel economy of the 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche?: The 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche achieves up to 16 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
How much can the 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche tow?: The 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche has a maximum towing capacity of up to 8,200 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.
Is the 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche safe?: The 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche earned an overall rating of Not Rated out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this model year; check the recalls section for details.
How many trims does the 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche come in?: The 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is available in 2 trims (4 total configurations) across Truck (Crew Cab) body styles with rear wheel drive, four wheel drive.