2004 Chevy Avalanche Review
Price Estimate: $1,732 - $2,925





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Versatile and innovative cab configuration, strong V8 engines, substantial towing ability.
Cons
- Some cheap interior pieces, lifeless steering, limited drivetrain choices.
What’s new
The North Face package is no longer offered, but an electronic stability control system is now available as part of the Z66 Premium On-Road Suspension package. Hydroboost brakes are now standard on all 1500 series Avalanches and the optional 8.1-liter V8 is now rated at 320 hp and 445 lb-ft of torque.
Edmunds says
Combining the comforts of a Suburban with the practicality of a Silverado, the Avalanche is a crossover vehicle that creatively provides the best of both worlds.
For sale near Washington, DC
67 listings
- 136,503 miles
- Frame damage reported, 4 owners, personal use only
- 5'3” bed, 5.3l, 8cyl
- American Dream Motors (62 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Leather Seats
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Power Driver Seat
- Tire Pressure Warnin...
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Located in Winchester, VA
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Issue reported
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: Yes
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
14 Combined MPG (13 City/17 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 3GNEK12TX4G144547
Stock: 144547
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 09-17-2024- New ListingPhotos not available$5,999good price$3,975 below market
- 172,725 miles
- 1 accident, 3 owners, personal use only
- 5'3” bed, 5.3l, 8cyl
- The Truck Store Dover (83 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Leather Seats
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Power Driver Seat
- Tire Pressure Warnin...
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Located in Dover, DE
4D Crew Cab, Vortec 5.3L V8 SFI, 4-Speed Automatic with Overdrive, 4WD, Silver Birch Metallic, Dark Charcoal Cloth. Silver Birch Metallic 2004 Chevrol...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
14 Combined MPG (13 City/17 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 3GNEK12T94G312968
Stock: C2111A
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 07-05-2025
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in District of Columbia
$264/mo for Avalanche 1500
Avalanche 1500
vs
$246/mo
Avg. Large Truck
Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Reviews
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4.5 out of 5 starsSA, 07/08/2009
2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 4dr Crew Cab 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
I purchased this as a pre-owned vehicle to supplement my prior truck on account of a growing family. It has been excellent! I am pleased that its value still exceeds what I paid for it. We recently purchased a travel trailer, and it tows with an ease that makes one feel a trailer is not present. The only repair I have had is the power window motor on the passenger door - a common … problem with GM trucks.
Love my Avalanche
4 out of 5 starsJim Lane, 09/10/2016
2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 4dr Crew Cab Rwd (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
I bought this truck used about 6 years ago. I've had just a few minor problems. The tensioner for the AC belt broke. (Repaired myself for about $75). The 6 disc cd changer quit, but it was 10 years old, and well used. Overall, this truck is still very mechically sound. Very comfortable ride quality. Still runs like new. What else can I say.....I love my Avalanche.
2004 Chevy Avalanche 4x4
4.5 out of 5 starsGus, 08/07/2010
2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 4dr Crew Cab 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
My first impression was how dumb it was to merge an suv and truck. I test drove it and I fell in love. Like me, I don't work construction or in a farm and I don't tow heavy but have a good size family. This vehicle is intended for those city dwellers that like to camp, drive on vacation or have to take a trip to the dump. It has been so wonderful to be able to provide such a diversity … when needed and GM had given me the tool. I replaced items that I feel I wanted to change to have peace of mind and not because the manual says so. It has not leaked, stopped cause any issues let alone a check engine light.
Fun, Solid, and reliable at high milage
5 out of 5 starsmwedding, 11/16/2010
2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 4dr Crew Cab 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
I love my truck. I have owned 29 vehicles in my life, and this is clearly my favorite. I bought it with about 115K miles on it, and I will turn over 140K this week. The truck rides like an SUV, and I have hauled 1500 lbs of rocks and mulch. Take the back window out, open the sunroof and windows, and it is like driving around in an open air Jeep, but it is SO USEFUL. I take my family on … vacation, pull trailers, and cruise drive the back roads. I think I will keep this truck longer than any vehicle I have ever owned... Maybe take it over 200K, I bought it expecting that I will put a transmission in it before 180K, we will see.
2004 Avalanche Highlights
1500
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $33,185 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 15 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $264/month |
Seating | 6 seats |
rear wheel drive | |
Max Towing Capacity | 8,300 lbs. |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the Avalanche include:
- Alarm
- Tire Pressure Warning
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver3 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
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