2003 Chevrolet Tahoe Consumer Reviews
Fuel Economy
13 - 14 mpg
Recent Consumer Reviews
(181 Total Reviews)
Frustrated
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 4 | Fun-to-Drive: | 4 | Build Quality: | 2 |
| Comfort: | 6 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe LS Rwd 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
Review
Problems almost from jumpstreet- rattles, engine noises, 2 batteries in 10 months, display cluster replaced, check engine light is pretty much a constant precense which dealership never can quite repair- transmission issues- Was a Toyota buyer and wife talked me into saving about $6K by buying the Tahoe over the Sequoia- never again
Favorite Features
Size of vehicle, cargo area, sunroof
Suggested Improvements
A more reliable vehicle...too many issues
'03 Tahoe
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe LS Rwd 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
Review
While not the most gas efficient, considering the size, I still get an average of 17 mpg. I love it, it's comfortable, reliable and safe. Outside of the general oil changes, tire rotations and one recent brake job and a/c repair, I have not had to do anything to it but drive and enjoy it. Recommend to anyone. Good quality vehicle. Bought used in '03 with 35,000 miles, I now have over 119,000 on it and it is still going strong, looks and runs like new! Hope to keep it a few more years!
Favorite Features
Radio controls in the steering wheel and power seat controls
Suggested Improvements
Controls for back a/c should be more accomodating for driver. Front cup holders should be raised up higher.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Best SUV ever
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe LS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
Review
A great choice for comfort and performance. 5.3 liter V8s are also Flex fuel which is a plus. We have gotten as high as 21 mpg. on the interstate at 80 mph burning gasoline. What a quiet highway vehicle, with power to spare for towing our jeep. Very few minor things have gone wrong, two replacements of the radio, a sensor etc. We love this vehicle and plan to keep it a long time
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
Never Getting Rid of It
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
Review
I purchsed this my 2003 Chevy Tahoe in August of '03 brand new right off the delivery truck and had loved it since. I've only had minor problems with it like the fuel pump going bad, 2 dead batteries, and bad starter. Besides all of that it has been very good to me. I don't plan to get rid of it ever. I recently gave it to my 15 y/o son as a gift for getting his permit when I purchsed the '08 Tahoe. Hoping for the same.
Favorite Features
Folding mirrors, heated seats, size of the SUV, and handling.
Suggested Improvements
Gas mileage, power
Great Truck
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe LT Rwd 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
Review
I bought this truck used in 2004 with 19,000 miles. I have had very few problems in the last 4 four years. My fuel pump did go out, but I have observed that happens on all Chevy trucks, you have to factor that into the cost. My fuel economy is pretty good for having over 300 HP and 33inch tires (after market). I love this truck and don't have any plans to trade in.
Favorite Features
The multiple storage areas. Great cup holders. The power is fine for big truck. I love the fold down seats for moving big items. The truck is great for moderate to heavy towing. With a little suspension and tire work this truck can look really mean.
Suggested Improvements
The paint on my stereo has been comming off that last couple of months.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
End of an Era
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 3 | Fun-to-Drive: | 5 | Build Quality: | 3 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 3 |
| Fuel Economy: | 1 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
Review
Bought for its ability to go off-road, have only done that a handful of times. Lots of electrical gremlins, have had it in and out of the shop for repairs.
Favorite Features
Folding mirrors, heated lumbar seats, does provide commanding position on the road. Quiet on the highway.
Suggested Improvements
Obviously, MPG stinks (12 city - 17 HWY). Anemic engine for a vehicle this size. Doesn't have the cargo space I envisioned. Needs rear captain chair seating. Brakes are squishy. Reliability stinks.
0 out 4 people found this review helpful
Great Family Car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 6 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
Review
This car has been a great car for our family. We put on a lot of miles traveling all over town and it is for the most part very reiliable. There has only been minor problems with some electrical in this car. like a light won't work one day but will the next. It is extremely comfortable. In 2003 there was no other SUV on the market this roomy or comfortable. We have a Z71 package with a TV and that has also been a great delight for our kids
Favorite Features
Comfort, styling, look
Suggested Improvements
Electical problems
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
Money Pit
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 5 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 6 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe LT Rwd 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
Review
I love my Tahoe, but I have had many problems with it. The intermediate shaft's gone out twice. The actuator for the vent control's going out (will eventually lose control over where the a/c and heat come out). Speedometer cluster went out. Passenger window's getting slow. Steering wheel and driver door sqeak uncontrollably (door bolt costs $100 to fix). Chevy says actuator, intermediat shaft, and speedometer cluster problems are common in Tahoes with this body style. Not sure if I'll ever buy another one. All of the problems have been expensive and made me dislike the car that I once loved. Not worth the money. The new ones would have to be totally different for me to buy one.
Favorite Features
Great gas mileage for the size. It's very comfortable to drive and ride in. Roomy and nice looking (inside and out).
Suggested Improvements
Intermediate shaft is the pits. Many mechanical and design flaws that can hinder the likeability/operation of the Tahoe.
4 out 4 people found this review helpful
2nd SUV
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 6 | Fun-to-Drive: | 4 | Build Quality: | 6 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 4 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe LS Rwd 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
Review
I bought the SUV new, and had some initial problems with the locks. It had to be taken to the dealership several times before they finally got the problem fixed. The front end wasn't aligned when I bought the SUV and it took two trips to get that properly aligned. At about 40000 miles, the speedometer quit working and the whole gauge unit had to be rebuilt. It now gets about 2 mpg less than when new. The only other repairs that have been needed is when my son literally drove it through a brick wall. It only had a couple of scratches and dents, and the exterior mirrors had to be replaced; but it was drivable and I made my son drive it until the garage got the parts to fix it.
Favorite Features
Room, lots of room. Before this SUV, including a Jeep Grand Cherokee, I needed a trailer to carry everything on a trip. Our first trip with the Tahoe, left me asking, "Is that it?"
Suggested Improvements
Add the 6.0L engine from the 2500HD to the Tahoe, needs more power.
2 out 3 people found this review helpful
Can't break it with a bat
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
Review
I have the Z71. Fantastic truck. Rides as well with 63,000 as when new. A couple initial problems, drive shaft replacement, and no shifting back into 2WD, but dealer fixed it, and hasn't been back to the shop in 30,000 miles. Very solid truck. Was rear ended by Ford Econoline loaded with tools doing 35 MPH. Only $3,500 damage, and was still drivable. Glad I was in the Tahoe and not something else. This truck gives me the confidence to take it anywhere in any conditions. I feel this truck will run forever. Foreign vehicles have nothing on this truck.
Favorite Features
Seating comfort, heated leather seats, lumbar support, excellent stereo, auto 4WD, sun roof, stylish body panels, solid feel.
Suggested Improvements
More rear leg room. Fold flat 3rd row seats
4 out 4 people found this review helpful
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