2002 Chevrolet Avalanche Consumer Reviews

Best vehicle I've ever owned

Written by: Suzanne on 01/12/2008

Vehicle

2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 4dr Crew Cab 2WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

My '02 Z66 is hands down the best vehicle I have ever owned. Room for kids, lumber, landscaping stuff. It stands out in the crowd with great lines and top shelf reliability. I have never had to put this vehicle in the shop! It's got 106k miles on it and I fully intend to drive it until it just won't go another mile. No, I will replace what ever breaks and give it to my soon to be 16 yr old. I love this truck.

Favorite Features

Comfortable, reliable.

Suggested Improvements

You cannot improve the best vehicle on the road.

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Love my Avalanche

Written by: Frank C. on 12/27/2007

Vehicle

2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 4dr Crew Cab 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I bought it new & now have 74,000 miles. I love this truck & would buy another. The major mechanicals; engine, transmission, suspension, brakes, etc., no problems, however, the rear axle bearings had to be replaced at one point, which is the only problem that I have had with the truck. Very reliable & can always count on it. Very comfortable & smooth for a truck. Very useful, like the midgate & the rubber lined bed.

Favorite Features

Reliability, smooth quiet ride for a truck, comfortable, easy to drive.

Suggested Improvements

Some of the interior pieces have loosened up after 5 1/2 years, noteably the front door panels, otherwise a solid truck.

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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2002 Chevy Avalanche 2500 4X4 8.1

Written by: Larry Richard on 10/24/2007

Vehicle

2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500 4dr Crew Cab 4WD (8.1L 8cyl 4A)

Review

One of the best riding and driving vehicles I have ever owned. Awesome power and torque. Gas mileage is not bad for all the cubic inches you get. A good all around vehicle. I would definately buy another one.

Favorite Features

Heated Leather seats, auto 4 wheel drive, fun driving, comfort and power!

Suggested Improvements

Wider bed for ATVS

1 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Shaky Up front

Written by: Buzdean on 09/11/2007

Vehicle

2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 4dr Crew Cab 2WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

Overall I have had very little problems. The only area I have had problems is the steering and front suspension. I have replaced wheel bearings (1) & steering shaft (3). Also, I have had to align the vehicle several times (4). The ride is good for me and I like the dry cargo area a lot.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

Tougher suspension!

3 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Love my truck

Written by: Z-71 on 07/01/2007

Vehicle

2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 4dr Crew Cab 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

My Avalanche has been a great vehicle. No problems at all. I love driving a truck that is so comfortable. We drive from VA to FL, about 11 hrs straight and get out with no discomfort. None my of vehicles get great fuel mileage, so that isn't a huge concern.

Favorite Features

The whole vehicle.

Suggested Improvements

None

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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3/4 Ton Big Block is The Only Way to Go

Written by: Robert Michael, Pa. on 12/18/2006

Vehicle

2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500 4dr Crew Cab 4WD (8.1L 8cyl 4A)

Review

The 3/4 ton with the big block is the only way to tow my heavy travel trailer across country. Much better towing with the 373 rear and Allision tranny than a small block 5.3 screaming with a 410 rear. Very flexible easily loading almost 30 sheets 1/2 drywall and closing the gate. Mileage is better with this 8.1 liter than my old 454. About 14-15 not towing and 11 with a 7000 pound trailer. I don't have to move over for the tractor trailers like you do with the small block. It is getting time to look at another Avalanche but I won't buy one with a small block. I love the truck but do not want a fancy toy truck with a 5.3 liter.

Favorite Features

Lots of power. lots of torque. good tranny and rear ratio. decent mileage for the size of the engine A heavy duty flexible truck.

Suggested Improvements

Bring back the 3/4 ton with the 8.1 liter.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Load-up chezzy

Written by: yourconfessions on 12/03/2006

Vehicle

2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 4dr Crew Cab 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I enjoy my Avalanche. I like the versitility and the only 2 things I'd change are the 3 slide panel leak and are not covered under any warranty although the sales people say they are. And the tail gate I'd make one that's double doored opens right and left. The drop gate is so traditional in trucks. Let's expand Chevy's horizons.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

3 out 4 people found this review helpful

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This is an awesome truck

Written by: Burt Ribet on 11/29/2006

Vehicle

2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 4dr Crew Cab 2WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I drive this truck about 80 miles/day. I love driving this truck. I used to drive my motorcycle to/from work. It is more fun to drive my truck. I now have 120,000 miles and it has only been in the shop once. The transmission oil pump exploded destroying the transmission at 91,160 miles, 1,160 miles off of my extended warranty.

Favorite Features

Midgate, reliability, fuel efficiency, comfort. I love driving this truck!

Suggested Improvements

Waterproof the bed. Paint that does not chip so easily.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Comfort and style

Written by: vtfatdaddy on 10/19/2006

Vehicle

2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 4dr Crew Cab 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I love my truck. It's ultra comfortable, even for several people on long rides (I drove two other adults and my two young sons in car seats on a 9 hour trip and no one complained.) I have the Z71 package, but it still rides much smoother than a truck, and because it sits a little lower I prefer it to the ride of my wife's Tahoe. I love the versatility of this truck. I can pack in my whole family and go buy anything I need at the Home Depot, or haul a load of wood or whatever I want. I love the look of the Avalanche, wonderfully odd styling stands out from the crowd. Haven't had any mechanical problems whatsoever with the truck. Interior is "no frils" but very functional.

Favorite Features

Roominess, versatility.

Suggested Improvements

Gas mileage is horrendous. Tough to manuever in tight parking areas.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Used Truck

Written by: teak on 08/25/2006

Vehicle

2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 4dr Crew Cab 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I purchased a 2002 Avalanche a few months ago. I must say, WOW! I absolutely love it. Probably the most comfortable vehicle I have ever had. Thankfully the previous owner was very very nice to it. Great versatility for a full size truck. I absolutely am getting a newer Avalanche for my next vehicle. Don't believe what you read, this truck is absolutely great.

Favorite Features

Suprisingly very smooth ride. Comfortable for even 5 adults to ride in.

Suggested Improvements

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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