6-Speed Automatic. Lucky you, double sixes! Seating is perfect for the lazy boy. Prices do not include dealer installed options. This 2009 Avalanche 1500 is for Chevrolet nuts looking the world over for the perfect do-it-all truck. It's not only equipped to take on whatever the day offers up - which is usually plenty - but also its energetic look dares anyone to get in its way. J.D. Power and Associates gave the 2009 Avalanche 1500 4.5 out of 5 Power Circles for Overall Initial Quality Mechanical. It is nicely equipped with features such as 6-Speed Automatic. New Car Test Drive said it "...is and always has been one of a kind. It successfully combines the hauling capacity of a long-bed pickup with the comfort of a five-passenger sport utility vehicle..."