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2007-2013 Chevrolet Avalanche MPG & Fuel Cost
7 model years · 14–17 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 6 of 10 standard SUV configurations, MY2013. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2007-2013 Chevrolet Avalanche at a glance
The 2007-2013 Chevrolet Avalanche covers 7 model years in the EPA database (21 configurations in all), rated 14–17 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2013, costs about $3,810 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD (17 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013. The best combined rating in the generation, 17 MPG, was reached in 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2007-2013 Chevrolet Avalanche by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Gas | 17 MPG | $3,810 | Ratings changed |
| 2012 | Gas | 17 MPG | $3,810–$3,860 | Ratings changed |
| 2011 | Gas | 17 MPG | $3,810–$3,860 | Ratings changed |
| 2010 | Gas | 14–17 MPG | $3,840–$4,670 | Ratings changed |
| 2009 | Gas | 16 MPG | $4,080 | Ratings changed |
| 2008 | Gas | 14–16 MPG | $4,080–$4,670 | Ratings changed |
| 2007 | Gas | 14–16 MPG | $4,080–$4,670 | First year |
What the 2013 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD costs to drive
Per month
$318
$3,810 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$6.35
Per 100 miles
$25.40
Five years
$19,050
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the standard SUV median
$370less a year
Class median $4,180 a year, MY2013
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2013 Chevrolet Avalanche MPG
Versus 2012: The most efficient configuration stays at 17 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,810.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,810 |
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,810 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2012 Chevrolet Avalanche MPG
17 MPG · $3,810–$3,860/yr
Versus 2011: The most efficient configuration stays at 17 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,810.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,810 |
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,860 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2011 Chevrolet Avalanche MPG
17 MPG · $3,810–$3,860/yr
Versus 2010: The most efficient configuration stays at 17 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,840 to $3,810, $30 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,810 |
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,860 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2010 Chevrolet Avalanche MPG
14–17 MPG · $3,840–$4,670/yr
Versus 2009: The most efficient configuration moves from 16 to 17 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $4,080 to $3,840, $240 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl (Most efficient) | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,840 |
| 1500 6.2L 8-cyl | 6.2L 8-cyl | RWD | 12 | 19 | 14 | $4,670 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche MPG
16 MPG · $4,080/yr
Versus 2008: The most efficient configuration stays at 16 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,080.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 6-spd (Most efficient) | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,080 |
| 1500 6.0L 8-cyl | 6.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,080 |
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 6-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,080 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche MPG
14–16 MPG · $4,080–$4,670/yr
Versus 2007: The most efficient configuration stays at 16 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,080.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,080 |
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,080 |
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,080 |
| 1500 6.0L 8-cyl RWD | 6.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 12 | 17 | 14 | $4,670 |
| 1500 6.0L 8-cyl 4WD | 6.0L 8-cyl | 4WD | 12 | 17 | 14 | $4,670 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2007 Chevrolet Avalanche MPG
14–16 MPG · $4,080–$4,670/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,080 |
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,080 |
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,080 |
| 1500 6.0L 8-cyl RWD | 6.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $4,360 |
| 1500 6.0L 8-cyl 4WD | 6.0L 8-cyl | 4WD | 13 | 17 | 14 | $4,670 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD: $5,190 in California and $3,330 in Texas, a $1,860 difference.
- California $5,190
- Washington $4,810
- New York $3,810
- Florida $3,600
- Texas $3,330
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2013 standard SUV models.
Generations
- 2002-2006 (1st gen)
- 2007-2013 (GMT900)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2007-2013 Chevrolet Avalanche get?
EPA rates the 2007-2013 Chevrolet Avalanche at 14–17 MPG combined across 21 configurations and 7 model years. The most efficient version, the 2013 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD, is rated 17 MPG (15 city, 21 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2007-2013 Chevrolet Avalanche?
The 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 17 MPG, in 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013. The lowest top rating, 16 MPG, was in 2007, 2008 and 2009.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2007-2013 Chevrolet Avalanche?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013.
How does the 2007-2013 Chevrolet Avalanche compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2002-2006 Chevrolet Avalanche) is rated 13–15 MPG combined and costs $4,360–$5,030 a year to fuel; the 2007-2013 model is rated 14–17 MPG and costs $3,810–$4,670 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD costs about $3,810 a year. Across all 2 configurations the cost runs $3,810 a year.
How much does it cost to drive a 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 100 miles?
About $25.40 per 100 miles for the 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD is rated 15 city and 21 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 6 MPG.
How does the 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche compare with other standard SUV configurations?
The 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD costs about $3,810 a year to fuel, $370 less than the class median of $4,180, and less than 6 of 10 standard SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 111 rated standard SUV configurations for MY2013, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche different from the 2012 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 17 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,810. EPA lists 2 configurations for 2013 against 2 configurations for 2012. See the 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche for that year.