2012 Chevrolet Avalanche for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 13.7 to 13.9 L/100 km combined (EPA). 3 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 13.7 to 13.9 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 3
For sale
We do not have a 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
2012 Chevrolet Avalanche specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5.3L 8-cylinder | 5.3L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Four-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 15.9 L/100 km | 16.0 L/100 km |
| Highway | 11.1 L/100 km | 11.3 L/100 km |
| Combined | 13.7 L/100 km | 13.9 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 325 g/km | 325 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $21.24 | $21.55 |
2012 Chevrolet Avalanche: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 5.3 L | 5.3 L |
| Cylinders | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 15 | 15 |
| MPG highway (US) | 21 | 21 |
| MPG combined (US) | 17 | 17 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 20 | 20 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,950 | US$3,950 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $4,248 | $4,310 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
- NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 52 complaints with NHTSA, most often about unknown or other (32), air bags (9) and engine (3). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21V051000 | 2021-02-05 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2012 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500/3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Sierra 2500/3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida,... |
| 21V054000 | 2021-02-05 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, PR, AS, GU, the MP, and... |
| 14V827000 | 2014-12-30 | electrical system:ignition | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado HD, Silverado LD, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra LD, Sierra HD, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the ignition lock actuator may bind, making turning the... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche?
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. The 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche for buyers: what the numbers say, what to check, how to try it.
Recalls and complaints
In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. There are 3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Owners filed 52 complaints with NHTSA, most often about unknown or other, air bags and engine; have those parts checked. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay.
The numbers in plain words
The 5.3L 8-cylinder does the work, through a 6-speed automatic. It runs on regular gas. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
Plan on about 41 litres per 300 km; the combined rating is 13.7 L/100 km. The fuel for 100 km comes to about $21.24 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,950 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Size and space
An SUV body means more headroom and a taller cargo opening than a car of the same length.
When the Avalanche makes sense
It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car. It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one.
A longer test drive
Rent the Avalanche for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Rent the Avalanche for a week and see how it fits your life.
What it costs to run
At our price setting, 100 km costs about $21.24 in fuel. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel.
Narrowing it down
Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.
Questions first?
Tell us the model and the dates, and we reply with an offer.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
Does CarmaCars sell the 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,950 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $4248.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.