“A pleasant highway cruiser that's agile for its size and weight despite lifeless steering.” — Consumer Guide
“As rough and tough as the Avalanche looks on the outside, the driving experience is as pleasant as any SUV's.” — Edmunds.com
“Though it's not as revolutionary as Chevrolet would have us believe, it's still an innovative amalgam of features and functions such as two lockable containers integrated into the rear quarter-panels, which provide five cubic feet of secure storage space.” — Car and Driver
“Beware seriously bad weather or really messy loads with the midgate fully open. That aside, Avalanche marries big-SUV passenger room and comfort with big-pickup utility in a solid package.” — Consumer Guide