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2008 Chevrolet Tahoe SUV

LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)

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Performance Highlights	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
drive type	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive
base engine size	4.8 L	5.3 L
base engine type	gas	gas
horsepower	295 hp @ 5600 rpm	320 hp @ 5200 rpm

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Performance Highlights	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
drive type	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive
base engine size	4.8 L	5.3 L
base engine type	gas	gas
horsepower	295 hp @ 5600 rpm	320 hp @ 5200 rpm

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Performance Highlights	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
drive type	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive
base engine size	4.8 L	5.3 L
base engine type	gas	gas
horsepower	295 hp @ 5600 rpm	320 hp @ 5200 rpm

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Safety highlights

Safety Highlights	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
rear airbags	true	true
antilock brakes	true	true
electronic stability control	true	true
tire-pressure monitor	true	true

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Safety Highlights	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
rear airbags	true	true
antilock brakes	true	true
electronic stability control	true	true
tire-pressure monitor	true	true

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Safety Highlights	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
rear airbags	true	true
antilock brakes	true	true
electronic stability control	true	true
tire-pressure monitor	true	true

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Comfort & Convenience Highlights	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
multi-zone climate control	true	true
power driver seat	true	true
power passenger seat	false	true

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Comfort & Convenience Highlights	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
multi-zone climate control	true	true
power driver seat	true	true
power passenger seat	false	true

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Comfort & Convenience Highlights	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
multi-zone climate control	true	true
power driver seat	true	true
power passenger seat	false	true

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Performance highlights

Performance Highlights	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
drive type	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive
base engine size	4.8 L	5.3 L
base engine type	gas	gas
horsepower	295 hp @ 5600 rpm	320 hp @ 5200 rpm

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Performance highlights

Performance Highlights	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
drive type	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive
base engine size	4.8 L	5.3 L
base engine type	gas	gas
horsepower	295 hp @ 5600 rpm	320 hp @ 5200 rpm

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Performance Highlights	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
drive type	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive
base engine size	4.8 L	5.3 L
base engine type	gas	gas
horsepower	295 hp @ 5600 rpm	320 hp @ 5200 rpm

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Technology highlights

Technology Highlights	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
audio controls on steering wheel	true	true

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Technology Highlights	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
audio controls on steering wheel	true	true

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Technology Highlights	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
audio controls on steering wheel	true	true

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OVERVIEW

OVERVIEW	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A) See Tahoe Inventory See Inventory	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A) See Tahoe Inventory See Inventory	LT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A) See Tahoe Inventory See Inventory
Combined MPG	16	16	16
Transmission	4-speed automatic	4-speed automatic	4-speed automatic
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Base Engine Type	gas	gas	flex-fuel (FFV)
Total Seating	6	5	5
Cylinders	V8	V8	V8
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive	four wheel drive

COLORS

COLORS	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
Exterior Colors
Interior Colors

SAFETY

Safety	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
2 front headrests	true	true	true
2 rear headrests	true	true	true
auto delay off headlights	true	true	true
child seat anchors	true	true	true
daytime running lights	true	true	true
dusk-sensing headlights	true	true	true
electronic brakeforce distribution	true	true	true
engine immobilizer	true	true	true
front and rear head airbags	true	true	true
front seatbelt pretensioners	true	true	true
post-collision safety system	true	true	true
stability control	true	true	true
tire pressure monitoring	true	true	true
4-wheel ABS	true	true	true
Front center lap belt	true	false	false
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation	true	true	true
Rear center 3-point belt	true	true	true
Rear door child safety locks	true	true	true
Rear height adjustable headrests	true	true	true
Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes	true	true	true
front fog/driving lights	false	true	true

COMFORT & CONVENIENCE

Comfort & Convenience	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
cruise control	true	true	true
front and rear cupholders	true	true	true
front door pockets	true	true	true
front seatback storage	true	true	true
power steering	true	true	true
retained accessory power	true	true	true
tilt-adjustable steering wheel	true	true	true
12V cargo area power outlet(s)	true	false	false
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel	true	true	true
cargo area light	true	true	true
electrochromatic inside rearview mirror	true	true	true
front and rear reading lights	true	true	true
leather steering wheel	true	true	true
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors	true	true	true
Dual zone air conditioning	true	true	true
Rear floor mats	true	true	true
12V rear and 12V cargo area power outlet(s)	false	true	true
simulated wood trim on center console	false	true	true

FUEL & MPG

Fuel & MPG	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
Combined MPG	16	16	16
EPA mileage est. (city/hwy)	14/19 mpg	14/20 mpg	14/19 mpg
Fuel tank capacity	26.0 gal.	26.0 gal.	26.0 gal.
Fuel type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded	flex-fuel (unleaded/E85)
range in miles (city/hwy)	364.0/494.0 mi.	364.0/520.0 mi.	364.0/494.0 mi.

ENGINE

Engine	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
Base engine size	4.8 L	5.3 L	5.3 L
Base engine type	gas	gas	flex-fuel (FFV)
Cam type	Overhead valves (OHV)	Overhead valves (OHV)	Overhead valves (OHV)
Cylinders	V8	V8	V8
Horsepower	295 hp @ 5600 rpm	320 hp @ 5200 rpm	320 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque	305 ft-lbs. @ 4800 rpm	340 ft-lbs. @ 4200 rpm	340 ft-lbs. @ 4200 rpm
Valves	16	16	16
cylinder deactivation	false	true	true

MEASUREMENTS

Measurements	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
Angle of approach	17 degrees	17 degrees	17 degrees
Angle of departure	21.9 degrees	21.9 degrees	21.9 degrees
Cargo capacity, all seats in place	16.9 cu.ft.	16.9 cu.ft.	16.9 cu.ft.
Curb weight	5265 lbs.	5265 lbs.	5524 lbs.
Drag Coefficient	0.36 Cd.	0.36 Cd.	0.36 Cd.
Front track	68.2 in.	68.2 in.	68.2 in.
Gross weight	7100 lbs.	7100 lbs.	7300 lbs.
Ground clearance	9.1 in.	9.1 in.	9.1 in.
Height	76.9 in.	76.9 in.	76.9 in.
Length	202.0 in.	202.0 in.	202.0 in.
Maximum cargo capacity	108.9 cu.ft.	108.9 cu.ft.	108.9 cu.ft.
Maximum payload	1835 lbs.	1835 lbs.	1776 lbs.
Maximum towing capacity	7500 lbs.	7500 lbs.	8200 lbs.
Rear track	67.0 in.	67.0 in.	67.0 in.
wheelbase	116.0 in.	116.0 in.	116.0 in.
Width	79.0 in.	79.0 in.	79.0 in.
Turning circle	39.0 ft.	39.0 ft.	39.0 ft.

FRONT SEATS

Front Seats	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
2-way manual driver seat adjustments	true	true	true
4-way manual passenger seat adjustment	true	false	false
40-20-40 split bench front seats	true	false	false
6-way power driver seat	true	true	true
height-adjustable driver seat	true	true	true
premium cloth	true	true	true
Driver seat with manual adjustable lumbar support	true	true	true
front headroom	41.1 in.	41.1 in.	41.1 in.
front hiproom	64.4 in.	64.4 in.	64.4 in.
front legroom	41.3 in.	41.3 in.	41.3 in.
Front shoulder room	65.3 in.	65.3 in.	65.3 in.
2-way manual passenger seat adjustment	false	true	true
6-way power passenger seat	false	true	true
bucket front seats	false	true	true
height adjustable passenger seat	false	true	true

REAR SEATS

Rear Seats	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
folding center armrest	true	true	true
rear ventilation ducts with fan control	true	true	true
rear headroom	39.2 in.	39.2 in.	39.2 in.
rear hiproom	60.6 in.	60.6 in.	60.6 in.
rear legroom	39.0 in.	39.0 in.	39.0 in.
Rear shoulder room	65.2 in.	65.2 in.	65.2 in.
Split-folding rear seatback	true	true	true

DRIVE TRAIN

Drive Train	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
Drive type	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive	four wheel drive
Transmission	4-speed automatic	4-speed automatic	4-speed automatic
automatic locking hubs	false	false	true
electronic hi-lo gear selection	false	false	true
mechanical center differential	false	false	true
on demand 4WD	false	false	true

POWER FEATURES

Power Features	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 one-touch power window	true	true	true
remote keyless power door locks	true	true	true
Heated mirrors	true	true	true
Power mirrors	true	true	true

INSTRUMENTATION

Instrumentation	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
clock	true	true	true
compass	true	true	true
external temperature display	true	true	true
low fuel level warning	true	true	true
tachometer	true	true	true
trip computer	true	true	true

SUSPENSION

Suspension	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
front independent suspension	true	true	true
multi-link rear suspension	true	true	true
short and long arm front suspension	true	true	true
Front and rear stabilizer bar	true	true	true

IN-CAR ENTERTAINMENT

In-Car Entertainment	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
8 total speakers	true	true	true
adjustable speed sensitive volume control	true	true	true
auxiliary audio input	true	true	true
element antenna	true	true	true
radio data system	true	true	true
satellite radio	true	true	true
AM/FM stereo	true	true	true
separate rear audio	false	true	true

WARRANTY

Warranty	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
Basic	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
powertrain	5 yr./ 100000 mi.	5 yr./ 100000 mi.	5 yr./ 100000 mi.
Roadside	5 yr./ 100000 mi.	5 yr./ 100000 mi.	5 yr./ 100000 mi.
Rust	6 yr./ 100000 mi.	6 yr./ 100000 mi.	6 yr./ 100000 mi.

TIRES AND WHEELS

Tires and Wheels	LS 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)	LT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
alloy wheels	true	true	true
fullsize non-matching spare tire	true	true	true
underbody mounted spare tire	true	true	true
17 x 7.5-in. wheels	true	true	true
all-season tires	true	true	true
P265/70R17 tires	true	true	true
Steel spare wheel	true	true	true

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