HSV Avalanche XUV 5.7 V8 (367 Hp) 4WD Automatic
HSV Avalanche:
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XUV Overview:
HSV Avalanche (XUV). With 475 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1985 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.5 s). A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • High-performance engine delivering 367 hp.
- • Sporty acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 6.9 sec.
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 6.2 L/100 km for its class.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | HSV |
| Model: | Avalanche |
| Generation: | XUV |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.7 V8 (367 Hp) 4WD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up, SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 367 Hp |
| Power per litre: | 64.8 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 475 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 5665 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 99 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.1:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6000 rpm. |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6.5 sec |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.4 kg/Hp, 184.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.2 kg/Nm, 239.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.2 sec |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1985 |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2100 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 68 l |
| Size: |
| Length: | 5323 mm mm |
| Width: | 2046 mm mm |
| Height: | 1542 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 3207 mm mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2046 mm |
| Front track: | 1617 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1623 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 200 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.4 m |
| Powertrain: |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 4 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Tires size | 245/45 R18 |
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| Wheel rims size | 8J x 18 |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring |
Behind the wheel of the HSV Avalanche. How does it handle on the road?