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2008 Avalanche LTZ Crew Cab Pickup Safety Ratings

This Crew Cab Long was tested by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for rollover, crash, and stability safety. How did it perform? View all available safety ratings below.
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2008 Chevrolet Avalanche LTZ Crew Cab Pickup Crash Test Results

Rollover Ratings (5 star scale)
Rollover Resistance Rating Static Stability Factor Dynamic Test
3 of 5 1.14 No-tip

Crash Test Ratings
Frontal Impact Side Impact
Driver's Side 5 of 5 Front Occupant 5 of 5
Passenger's Side 5 of 5 Rear Occupant 5 of 5

Crash Test Data
Frontal Impact Head Injury Criterion Chest Deceleration Femur Load
Driver's Side 273 HIC 30g 647lbs | 575lbs
Passenger's Side 288 HIC 37g 747lbs | 951lbs
Side Impact Thoratic Trauma Index Pelvis Deceleration
Front Occupant 35 35
Rear Occupant 11 22

2008 Avalanche LTZ Crew Cab Pickup Safety Features
• Electronic Stability Control• 4-Wheel ABS• Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirrors
• Daytime Running Lights• Child Seat Lower Anchorage• Adjustable Upper Belt - Front
• Adjustable Upper Belt - Rear• Pretensioner• Energy Management Feature
• Rear Center Lap/Shoulder Belt• Advanced Air Bag Features• Rear Seat Head Restraint
• Trunk Release• Auto Crash Notify• Tire Pressure Monitor
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