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BEST I'VE EVER OWNED
I CAN'T TELL YA'LL HOW HAPPY I AM WITH THIS TRUCK WOW..........
Z71 Rocks!
Even though I have only had my Z71 for about 1 month I LOVE it! I don't even mind paying $2.13 for fuel (too much).
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Love it!
I love my Tahoe! I drive 38 miles to work everyday, my Tahoe gives me the comfort and reliability I need on a daily basis. The cargo space comes in handy on the weekends for loading of large items (wood, furniture, etc.).
used to ford but chevy has a good thing
This SUV is a really excelent all around it has all the comforts of a luxury car but you still get the truck to go with it have absolutly no complaints about power and ride along with the way it holds the road the only thing I can complain about is the climate control system should be much more powereful!!!!!!!
Great Vehicle
We bought this vehicle after owning several Toyotas, so had lowered expectations. It has proven us wrong. Have had only one minor problem - took it to the dealer and it was fixed within 30 minutes. The ride is great and Bose makes a fine sound system. My wife loves the XM radio which keeps us in touch when on long trips.
Great Mix of Workhorse and Showhorse
Very pleased with this vehicle. I have found the added features worth the cost.
2003 Chevy Tahoe 4dr LT
Suberb vehicle, plenty of room inside. Not mechanical defects to date. Seat warmer controls are too close to the window control turning the warmer on each time the window is open or closed. Runs well on regular 87 octane gas lessening the "fillup shock" of a normal high performance SUV. Great towing capability. The autoride feature is well worth the expense if you have a boat or camper.
Better than old ford
The vehicle is outstanding. My job requires a lot of driving and this car is so much better than the Ford Van that I used to drive. I had an Eddie Bauer Ford and the standard/leather Tahoe is just perfect for me. So far so good.
Rate it
Fun to drive! Good V8 performance. Very comfortable. Trailers very well. Fit and finish are great! Second Tahoe I've had and this '02 is Great!
Tahoe baby!
Just got my Tahoe Z71 4wd recently...I love the comfort the looks and performance. Ive added new tires and rims which has let to even better handling than the stock tires.....The handling and turn radius is very impressive. The extras the Chevy has included is also very impressive....I think if you like to get away or just cruise around town, This vehicle requires consideration....Im very pleased!
Love that truck!
I use the Tahoe mainly for towing a trailer so I don't put a lot of miles on it annually. I love each and every time I climb into the truck. It is so comfortable and a joy to drive.
could have done better
lost market value to fast. drinks to much gas want to trade it.
From BMW to Z71
Purchased 2003 Z71 two weeks before I took 1900 mile trip to Fla and back. Just drove excellent thru the N.C. mountains, wife claimed she had tough time keeping up in the BMW. First American vehicle purchase since my 1974 Blazer. I'm impressed how well it handles.
Would rather walk than switch
We've had 3 other Tahoe's and this one is the most impressive. Tahoe's ride and handle very well. Plenty of room for hauling cargo &/or grandkids.
The only SUV I would buy
I am in the automotive industry and I would recommend the Tahoe over any other SUV. The look, room, comfort, safety, handling, reliability and many features out match those so-called wannabe SUVs.
chevy tahoe
i purchased my chevy tahoe in july 2001 . since then i have enjoyed this vehicle to the max.i have had only on minor problem,which was my rear ac divider(in head liner)which was covered under warrenty.i have took my vehicle through the mountains and city and have loved every minute of it .i recomend the tahoe with the third row(fun for kids)and is removable.
Love My Tahoe!
Tahoe raised 2 grandchildren and chauffeured many. Two more g'children live 13.5 hrs from home; Tahoe is great for traveling. Awesome Front/Rear climate controls and media ports. Jan. 08, woman ran light going 65 mph; hit driver door; crushed left front wheel; and damaged front cap. Entire impact below passenger level; air bags not deployed. Had bump on head and small cut on hand. Two passengers in other vehicle critically injured. Police officer behind me said if I hadn't hesitated she'd have been hit and they'd be cutting what was left of her out of her cruiser. Did have problem w/leaking head gasket @ 80K. Tahoe has 104,000K, is safe, reliable & my V-8 got 19.94 mpg last wk.
I love this truck!
It would be embarassing for me to list how many different automobiles I have owned over the last five years! I love this truck. The interior comfort is wonderful, XM radio coupled with the Bose is fantastic! Moveable pedals. . . and the Z71 exterior look is quite simply cool. I have owned four other Chevy trucks since '94 and been very pleased with each and every one. My new Tahoe is off to a great start!
Better and Better
Best vehicle in its category
Z71 A step up from everthing else
The Z71 is definitely a vehicle you want in your garage if you plan on driving in any condition. During and after the Blizzard of 2003 I was the only vehicle on the road that was not in a ditch. The biggest problem that I have discovered with this vehicle is its ability to drain a tank of gas with no difficulty, as well as few minor issues with the interior quality of the vehicle. I would request that GM increase the level of the 2nd row comfort, sitting in the back is like ridding on a wooden bench. Over all I would highly recommend this vehicle to anyone who does not want to sit in there house when the weather turns bad.
Tahoe 4x4
This vehicle has been a great one. We have had no problems and its much more exciting to drive than our old mini- van. It holds the same amount of people but looks so much nicer.It makes you feel not so bad hauling the kids around in a nice safe vehicle.
1500,000 miles and Still Going
I have had my Z71 Tahoe since I bought it brand new in 2003, and I have yet to change the brakes! Yes, I have triend to get someone to change them and they wouldn't do it becuase they told me the Tahoe didn't need them. Amazing. I owned a silverado before this and the ride difference is huge. I installed a K and N cold air intake system on it and my accelleration is so much better. I travel all over the Southeast driving an average of 30,000 miles/year and this is a chariot. By far the best vehicle I have ever owned. When this one dies on me I will buy another one to last me another 5 years.
Like a Roc-- Mashmallow
Uhhhh, great truck but it has a fatal flaw. A deal killer. Reason enough to check out the competition. In spite of many wonderful features as reported here before the Autoride makes this thing handle like it has a marshmallow suspension. It wobbles and wiggles like a hula dancer. GM says it is "normal" I call it "unacceptable".
Z71 is the Best of the Best
I love this truck! My Mercedes SLK230 and Harley Road King end up spending a lot of time in the garage on battery tenders because the Z71 is so much fun to drive. If you are looking for a good traveling vehicle, this is it. Three trips from Tampa to Atlanta since December 2002, and the Z71 made each one a joy.My truck is jet black and I added window vent covers and a matching plastic front spoiler for the hood. I also painted the chevy bowtie black and removed the chevrolet badge from the rear. This baby looks awesome and gets many drooling looks every where I go.
Drive it and you'll believe in it
This vehicle is very comfortable to drive and handles the road very well.It accelerates very quickly when needed or brakes just as well.It has a great list of options to choose from as well as a great list that is standard equiptment.When i drive the vehicle at reasonable acceleration i can't com- plain about the milage i get after all it is a heavy and very safe vehicle.
Great SUV
Great SUV wounldn't have anything thing else.
Nice car but Autoride is hazardous
I wish I had read the 2 other reviews here before I ordered my Tahoe. They warned about the Autoride feature. At low speeds the vehicle is fine. At highway speeds it is out and out dangerous. You cannot control this thing at 65mph or above. It wiggles and runs all over the road and if your attention wanders for a second you might find yourself under a truck or wrapped around a bridge support. The dealer tells me this is normal for the autoride and there have been numerous complaints about stability. I agree. This truck is dangerous.
The Best Vehicle Out There
I thought the Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 edition was one of the most fun vehicles to drive.
03 TAHOE LT
This is an exellant vehicle-comfortable- easy to handle/with good visability. This vehicle does better than 20 MPG on the highway.
My 2003 Tahoe
This is the most enjoyable and fun vehicle that I have ever owned. I thought my 1990 Suburban was a great truck, but the Tahoe is even better.
Not surprised!
Experience has been great. 16,000 and not one item for the dealer to fix. I do not care for the 3rd row of seats. I think they are unsafe and I wish I had not bought them.
z71 tahoe
no mechanical or any probs, only thing i recommend is recommended for any large suv is a backup camera or functional device that lets you know if your close
A Few Changes Needed
There are many things to like about the Tahoe. It is a reliable vehicle and a good size.The seats are comfortable and the controls are easy to use. But there are a few changes needed to make me keep this one or buy another one. I have had 2 previous suburbans and a Chev conversion van in the last 15 years.
Firefighter's Dream
I am a volunteer firefighter/EMT/Deputy Sheriff and there is not a vehicle built for my needs better than the Tahoe. I've researched them all and this is the best by far.
my review the wonderful chevy
i have had my red 03 tahoe and it runs great. I recently had run it through a muddy field in my back yard and it never once got stuck. Ilove it power. also it does great burnouts. I did a burnout on a ford expidition ant it was nothing like my tahoe ill never give mine up
Gas is a killer, but I love my Tahoe
I just purchased my Tahoe, and it is everything I thought it would be. Gas is a killer, but don't you hear that complaint with all BIG SUV's. I wanted it..I got it...and I am HAPPY!!
LATE LIFE TREASURES
This vehicle has made this Grandmothers life so much easier to handle my grandson in and out of the car. The safety features are very important but the luxury features are awesome. Everything it at fingertip reach and it does so many functions automatically once it has been set. With the 3rd back seat down it is so easy to put cargo in the back with either the window up or the entire door. I recently took a business trip of over 350 miles and it was wonderful, from the ride to the music sound system. I will never own any other form of transportation. Thank you
First time Tahoe owner
Moving up from a Blazer to the Tahoe was definitely worth it. Seriously considered the TrailBlazer, but, opted for more room with the Tahoe. Living in deep snow country the 4WD is a needed feature. My only wish is that the mileage was better.. but,it goes with the territory.
Geat Choice
I had been looking for a car and or an SUV to eplace my Ford Explorer. (By the way - My for NEVER had a problem and I had it 4 yeas.) Anyway, The Tahoe Z71 (with the entire bell and whistle package) is not a sports car. Too fast around a corner and the high side walls of the tires flex and a 4 wheel drift is started. But, very responsive. But, it's not made for that. Power, it's there when you need it. Comfort, it's definately there. Smoth ride and a very suprising tight turning radius for the size. Overall, I am very happy with the puchase. I got white with tan leather. Other car/SUV's I was looking at: BMW X5, Land Rover, Lexius 330
Tahoe is a great Truck
It drives small for a big car. My wife didn't want anything as big as a Tahoe because she expected it would be hard to drive. She loves the car! I think the engine and the short turning radius are two of the best features. You can actually beat most sedans of the line when the light turns green. The seats are comfortable and the car fits in the garage. The kids love having enough room to spread out and long car trips are so much more enjoyable for everyone.
Six Months and 12000 Miles Later
Six months and 12000 miles later, my suggestion, get one, its the best vehicle I have ever owned. After 12000 miles of driving and in some cases moving heavy loads this auto has exceded all expecations. 20mpg on highway 15 in town. My LT Autoride handels great in all conditions which includes snow, ice, rain, mountain roads and highway. Its ride quality is better than most cars, its faster off the line and performs as good or better than most of the cars on the road and at the same time can carry lots of people and equipment. This is just a wonderful SUV to drive.
tohoe
This is a great truck
Love the Tahoe
Though the Tahoe isn't kind to the wallet at the gas station, It is a joy to drive. Love the comfort and well thought out features.
2003 Z71
It's still new, no problems, fit and finish are excellent. Arlington did a good job building this one.
Magical Tahoe Review
Driving this vehicle is magical! After a car accident left me with severe neck and shoulder injuries I bought my Tahoe, with it's auto leveling and seat adjustments, I could accually drive myself and be independent again! I have never been so impressed with the entire package of a vehicle until now! The power, the design both inside and out and of course, it's sexy body style! I Love my Tahoe!
Don't be discouraged from others mishaps
Finally got rid of the '99 Expedition XLT. First thing noticed is the quietness & comfort of the ride (even with the air suspension in the Ford). Strong performance with loads of ammentities. Appearance is in the eye of the beholder, so see for yourself.
Never Getting Rid of It
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.
Great Family Car
I have 4 yr old twin boys and this car fits our family just right. Plenty of room for everyone and the boys love "MOMMYS NEW TRUCK". We have the 3rd seat in our Tahoe which folds up with ease to fit groceries,sports equipment or beach gear! We live on a steep hill and I can't wait to try out the 4WD when the snow hits us hear in New England! I would highly recommend this vehicle. Drives like a car not a truck!
Z71 2003
Although it is a large vehicle, it is relatively easy to handle and very comfortable to drive.
Why I love my Tahoe
We bought our Tahoe to hold our expanding family. WE love it. We have taken it on the road and all of our children were seated comfortable. The DVD player with seprate head phones was a saving grace and kept all three children busy and entertained. WE love the durablity of the leather seats and the easy maintance.