What's New for the 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche?
This year, minor modifications are made to the 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. A touch-screen navigation radio is a new option, and power adjustable pedals are available with specific option packages. New standard equipment includes stereo controls mounted to the steering wheel, a driver information center, and a free one-year subscription to OnStar. Interior trim is slightly revised, and the LS can be equipped with a new chrome exterior package that includes bright door handles and mirror caps. New colors include Sandstone Metallic and Bermuda Blue Metallic.

Advantages of the 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche:

• Brilliant Midgate convert-a-cab system that transforms the Avalanche into a long bed pickup truck
• Plenty of space for five adults and their cargo
• Truly useful do-it-all vehicle
• Strong V8 engine

Objections to the 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche:

• Front seat comfort could be improved
• Interior materials look and feel inexpensive

Editor's Advice:
Forget about other personal-use, full-size crew-cab pickups; the 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is the best of its breed. The Midgate convert-a-cab system is brilliant and easy to use, changing the Avalanche from a five-passenger SUV with a short, multi-purpose bed into a true long bed pick-'em-up. Those looking for a terrific do-it-all kind of vehicle that can haul the family around during the week, manage Home Depot runs on the weekend, and tow toys to the woods or the lake for vacations need look no further than the 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.