The Chevrolet Avalanche is a full-sized crew-cab pickup with a unified bed and cab.
An innovative mid-gate panel between the bed and passenger compartment can be folded down to make room for longer cargo.
This feature allows the Avalanche to accommodate a variety of different passenger and cargo loads.
Fussing with all those pieces, however, can be a chore.
Based on the Suburban, the Avalanche uses that model's 5.3-liter V8, which provides impressive acceleration, though it isn't economical.
The ride is commendably comfortable and quiet for a truck.
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