more about this model The 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe is deceptive. It has a crisply tailored look, but don’t let that tuxedo-effect fool you because the Tahoe does not have Fred Astaire’s moves. Creases and chrome may make one statement but the cumbersome way this big, truck-based SUV negotiates a parking lot in suburbia makes another.
Maybe you need the utility it offers: seating for nine persons (in the base model), V8 power, impressive towing capacity, and significant off-road capability with the available two-speed transfer case. On those few weekends of the summer when you put the boat in the water, the Tahoe will yank it and the trailer back up the ramp and bring the whole crew home. All the other days of the year, be prepared to live with compromises, which go beyond the sluggish responses and swaying ride. This is a tall truck, which means forever depending on the standard side-assist steps to climb into the passenger compartment. There’s also a high lift to be made when loading cargo through the rear opening. You might be additionally surprised to find less cargo capacity inside than expected from such an enormous vehicle.
Another trade-off is fuel economy. The rear-wheel-drive Tahoe C1500 achieves an EPA rating of 19 mpg combined (16 city/23 highway) while the four-wheel-drive Tahoe K1500 gets 18 mpg combined (16 city/22 highway).
It comes as no surprise that the truck-based Tahoe drives much like a truck. Handling, comfort and maneuverability all take a hit from the emphasis on durability and utility. More modern crossover SUVs are based on passenger car platforms, which often make them drive more comfortably and get better fuel economy.
Even among other body-on-frame, full-sized SUVs, the Tahoe falls short, achieving only middling scores overall. As a result, we encourage shoppers to check out the Tahoe's competition before fully committing. Rivals include the Toyota Sequoia and Ford Expedition, both of which offer similar levels of capability along with a few other unique features.
Selecting a Tahoe is a straightforward proposition. Three trim levels are offered. The nicely equipped Tahoe LS is available with an optional front bench seat, upping capacity from eight to nine passengers. The Tahoe LT incorporates even more comfort and convenience features. Finally, the Tahoe Premier lives up to its very name and offers you a lot of luxury without a lot of ostentation.
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Honestly. We haven't bought a GM product in over 7 yrs. which my husband has had 2 Ford leases and I personally have had Honda minivans. We since bought a Tahoe and I am so in love. I am 4'11" and he is 6'4.5". I have test drove one a few years back and decided not to get it. The braking is amazing. It doesn't feel like I'm driving a big truck, which is a big deal to me. It also is such a smooth ride im impressed. The touch screen is super responsive, acceleration is a bit slow but that's the v8. But this also shifts down to a v4 at stop lights. (So cool) and when you shut off the engine it tells you to look in the back seat (kids safety). We searched for a second row bench (we have 3 kids) and all the seats are the same size. Meaning the middle seat is also very wide (and could fit an adult). I just had to say how much I am in love with this vehicle, they have done such a great job and we are not regretting buying it at all!
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Available Chevrolet Tahoe 2017 Submodel Types: SUV
Available Trims: LT, Premier, LTZ, LS, LT1, Base, LT2, Fleet
Exterior Colors: Black, Summit White, Tungsten Metallic, Silver Ice Metallic, Blue Velvet Metallic, Siren Red Tintcoat, Iridescent Pearl Tricoat, Champagne Silver Metallic, Pepperdust Metallic, White Diamond Tricoat, Silver Birch Metallic, Crystal Red Tintcoat, Sport Red Metallic, Black Granite Metallic, Dark Blue Metallic, Sheer Silver Metallic, Graystone Metallic, Gold Mist Metallic, Red Jewel Tintcoat, Dark Gray Metallic, Light Pewter Metallic, Mocha Steel Metallic, Sable Metallic, Blue Granite Metallic, Taupe Gray Metallic, Bermuda Blue Metallic, Brownstone Metallic, Dark Green Metallic, Havana Metallic, Satin Steel Metallic, Indigo Blue Metallic, Deep Ruby Metallic, Forest Green Metallic, Laser Blue Metallic, Onyx Black, Redfire Metallic, Slate Gray Metallic, Amber Bronze Metallic, Blue Ray Metallic, Concord Metallic (Late Availability), Green Envy Metallic, Medium Charcoal Gray Metallic, Sandstone Metallic, Victory Red
Interior Colors: Jet Black leather, Cocoa/Dune leather, Ebony leather, Jet Black premium leather, Jet Black cloth, Ebony premium cloth, Gray/Dark Charcoal, Ebony premium leather, Jet Black/Dark Ash leather, Cocoa/Dune premium leather, Cocoa/Mahogany leather, Tan/Neutral, Light Titanium/Dark Titanium leather, Light Cashmere/Dark Cashmere premium leather, Light Cashmere/Dark Cashmere leather, Cocoa/Mahogany premium leather, Light Titanium/Dark Titanium premium leather, Light Cashmere/Ebony premium cloth, Dark Titanium/Light Titanium leather, Cocoa/Dune cloth, Gray/Dark Charcoal premium cloth, Light Cashmere/Ebony leather, Graphite/Medium Gray, Light Titanium/Ebony leather, Morocco Brown/Ebony leather, Tan/Neutral premium cloth, Graphite, Graphite/Med Gray, Gray, Light Titanium/Dark Titanium premium cloth
Popular Features: Fold Flat Rear Seats, Power Driver Seat, Rear Bench Seats, Multi-Zone Climate Control, Tire Pressure Warning, Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, Towing Hitch, AWD/4WD, Stability Control, Post-collision safety system, Trip Computer, 8000lb Towing Capacity, Alarm, Aux Audio Inputs, Auto Climate Control, Parking sensors, Remote Start, Third-row seating, Bluetooth, Leather Seats, USB Inputs, Back-up camera, Heated seats, Power Liftgate/Trunk, Lane Departure Warning, Navigation, Mobile Internet, Sunroof/Moonroof, 2nd Row Bucket Seats, Electronic Folding Mirrors, Apple Carplay/Android Auto, Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Entertainment System, Keyless Entry/Start, Cooled Seats, Upgraded Headlights, Pre-collision safety system, Heads up display, Adaptive Cruise Control, 6000lb Towing Capacity, Upgraded Stereo, Upgraded Engine
Engine/Mechanics: 8 cylinders
Transmission: AUTOMATIC
Fuel Types: flex-fuel (unleaded/E85), regular unleaded
Drivetrains: four wheel drive, rear wheel drive
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