2013 Chevrolet Avalanche: What's New, Specs & Features

Last updated August 4, 2026

The biggest change for the 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is the final-year Black Diamond treatment applied to every trim. This was not a redesign, but it brought commemorative styling and more standard equipment, especially to the LS.

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About the 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche

2nd generation (2007-2013), final year.

Chevrolet positioned the Avalanche as a full-size do-it-all vehicle that mixed SUV comfort with pickup usefulness. Its signature feature was the Midgate, which let the cabin and bed work together so the truck could carry people one day and longer cargo the next. In 2013, Chevrolet still sold it as part upscale SUV and part capable truck, backed by a standard V8, solid towing ability, and a more polished cabin than many traditional pickups.

The 2013 lineup ranges from the practical Black Diamond LS to the more comfortable LT and upscale LTZ, all powered by a 5.3-liter V8. Every version has the Midgate cargo wall, while the LT adds heated leather seats and Bose audio and the LTZ stands out with heated and cooled front seats, navigation, and a heated steering wheel.

What changed, by category

Styling

Every trim received the Black Diamond name, commemorative badging, and body-color exterior treatment for the Avalanche’s final model year.

Safety

A rearview camera became standard across the lineup. The LS also gained standard rear parking sensors and fog lamps.

Tech

Remote start and power-adjustable pedals became standard on the LS, extending both features across the lineup.

2013 Chevrolet Avalanche specs and features by trim

Feature	2013 Chevrolet AvalancheBlack Diamond LS0 in stock	2013 Chevrolet AvalancheBlack Diamond LT2 in stock	2013 Chevrolet AvalancheBlack Diamond LTZ3 in stock
Engine	V8, Flex Fuel, 5.3 Liter	V8, Flex Fuel, 5.3 Liter	V8, Flex Fuel, 5.3 Liter
Transmission	Automatic, 6-Spd	Automatic, 6-Spd	Automatic, 6-Spd
Drivetrain	4WD	4WD	4WD
Fuel Type	Flexible Fuel	Flexible Fuel	Flexible Fuel
MPG City	15 mpg	15 mpg	15 mpg
MPG Highway	21 mpg	21 mpg	21 mpg
Horsepower	320 hp	320 hp	320 hp
Torque	335 lb-ft	335 lb-ft	335 lb-ft
Max Towing	8000 lb	8000 lb	8000 lb
Trunk/Cargo	45.5 cu-ft	45.5 cu-ft	45.5 cu-ft
Rear Legroom	39.1 in	39.1 in	39.1 in
Seats	6	5	5
Doors	4	4	4
Safety & Security
Alarm System
Rear View Camera
Exterior Features
Alloy Wheels
Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors
Fog Lights
Power Moonroof
Power Folding Exterior Mirrors
Power Side Steps
Roof Rails
Entertainment & Electronics
Bluetooth
Front DVD Entertainment System
Navigation System
Premium Audio
Rear DVD Entertainment System
USB Ports
Video Input
Comfort & Convenience
Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror
Cooled Seats
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Integrated Garage Door Opener
Leather Seats
Memory Driver's Seat
Remote Start
Tilt Wheel

Frequently asked questions

Was every 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche a Black Diamond model?

Yes. Chevrolet renamed the LS, LT, and LTZ as Black Diamond models for 2013 and gave each one commemorative final-year styling.

Was 2013 the final year of the Chevrolet Avalanche?

Yes. The 2013 model closed out the second-generation Avalanche and marked the end of the model’s production run.

What changed on the 2013 Avalanche Black Diamond LS?

The Black Diamond LS gained commemorative badging, body-color exterior trim, a rearview camera, rear parking sensors, remote start, power-adjustable pedals, and fog lamps as standard equipment.

Did the 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche get a new engine?

No. The 2013 Avalanche carried over the 5.3-liter V8 with Active Fuel Management across the LS, LT, and LTZ trims.

Is the 2013 Avalanche a redesign compared with the 2012 model?

No. The 2013 Avalanche is a final-year trim and equipment update rather than a redesign. Its main differences are the Black Diamond treatment and broader standard convenience and parking equipment.