2002
Chevrolet Avalanche reviews and buying guide.
2002 Chevrolet Avalanche
The all-new 2002 Chevrolet
Avalanche takes the best attributes of GM’s award-winning
full-size truck family and adds a new look and a technical
breakthrough with its Convert-A-Cab system featuring
the exclusive Midgate. the 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche
defies convention with its bold, striking looks and
innovative, clever configuration abilities.
The 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche's
unique blend of features and functions has inspired
a new truck category, which Chevrolet Truck has termed
the Ultimate Utility Vehicle (UUV) segment. Yet at the
same time, the 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche upholds the
heritage that has made Chevrolet Trucks the most dependable,
longest-lasting trucks on the market. Combining the
power of the 285-hp Vortec 5300 V8 engine and a three-section
frame with hydroformed front and rear rails, the 2002
Chevrolet Avalanche offers uncompromising brawn and
stamina. It also seats up to six adults comfortably.
"There are two things
that make the Avalanche stand out from the competition:
the freedom and flexibility provided for passengers
and cargo, and the speed at which buyers can reconfigure
the vehicle to meet their needs," said Ed Schoener,
Avalanche brand manager. "In addition, Avalanche takes
some of the finest attributes of the Chevy Suburban,
including its power and suspension componentry, and
adds the spirit of innovation and an expressive new
design."
In a cue borrowed from
the 1968 Chevrolet Corvette, Avalanche’s rear
window is removable and can easily be stowed on board,
creating a convertible-like open-air driving experience.
In addition, Chevy Truck
will bring two new Avalanche models to market, the 2500
Series and the Avalanche North Face Edition. Both versions
will broaden the scope of the vehicle to meet more specialized
consumer needs.
The most notable difference
in the Avalanche 2500 Series will be the power under
the hood. While the 1500 version supplies ample 285
horsepower in a 5.3-liter V8, the 2500 Series will use
the new Vortec 8100. This new Vortec engine, which has
received high praise for its use in the all-new Silverado
HD pickup, will be mated with a 4L85 automatic transmission
with overdrive and tow haul mode. It will achieve 340
horsepower.
The North Face Edition
will have unique features intended to please outdoor
enthusiasts. The exclusive interior will have green
and black seats, door trim panels, floor mats with The
North Face logo, and a white instrument cluster. Sage
Green, an exterior color, will be unique to the North
Face Edition, with Sunset Orange, Onyx, Black, Pewter
and Summit White available as well. Also included are
two Summit Pod backpacks, as well as Water Duffalo storage
bags.
Some unique attributes
include:
Midgate revolutionary
Convert-a-Cab System and industry-exclusive Midgate
offers great flexibility and function. When the rear
passenger seat is folded, the Midgate can be lowered
to allow longer and larger cargo. When folding down,
the Midgate allows the 5'3" standard bed length to convert
to a full 8'1", long enough to carry 4' x 8" sheets
of plywood.
Three-piece rigid cargo
cover — Interlocking panels can be used to cover
and protect the cargo box and its contents from the
elements.
Removable rear window
— The rear window can be removed and stored in
the Midgate, providing the capability to carry larger
items such as a personal watercraft when the tailgate
is closed.
Lockable Top-Box Storage
— Two Top-Box Storage compartments on either side
of the cargo box provide a combined 3.5 cubic feet of
lockable storage space. The compartments also have drains,
so they can be filled with ice and used as coolers.
PRO-TEC composite —
Portions of the Avalanche Midgate and tailgate are made
of GM’s new PRO-TEC composite materials. The composite
material is exceptionally durable, and resists dings,
scratches and dents.
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