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Chevrolet Tahoe
The Tahoe has a luxurious and quiet interior, but the ride is too stiff
and the third-row seat is tight. In addition, the 5.3-liter V8 engine and
six-speed automatic transmission combine to form a lackluster pow-
ertrain that returned 16 mpg overall. The touch-screen infotainment
system is easy to use, and the front seats are very comfortable. The
magnetic ride suspension on the Premier trim significantly improves
ride comfort, as well as handling response and capability. Properly
equipped versions can tow 8,500 pounds. But if towing isn’t a main
concern, car-based SUVs drive better and are roomier. Forward colli-
sion warning and automatic emergency braking are available. A 6.2-
liter V8, paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission, is available.
Overall Score 64
Predicted Reliability 03
Owner Satisfaction 04
Road-Test Score 67
Front-Crash Prevention Opt.
Base Price: $46,800-$65,700
Body Styles: 4-door SUV
Trim Lines: LS, LT, Premier
Drive Wheels: Rear, 4WD
Seating: 3 front, 3 rear, 3 third
Engines: 5.3-liter V8 (355 hp); 6.2-liter
V8 (420 hp)
Transmissions: 6-speed automatic;
10-speed automatic
Length (in.).................... 204
Width (in.) ......................81
Height (in.) ......................74
Wheelbase (in.) .................116
Weight (lb.) ..................5,635
% weight front/rear ...........52/48
Max. Load (lb.) ...............1,580
Cargo Volume, cu.ft............. 47.5
Towing Capacity (lb.) ..........8,300
Regular
CR overall mpg ..................16 Average
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Chevrolet Suburban
Few SUVs other than the Suburban has plenty of space for seven
or more people, all their stuff, and towing capacity to boot.
This behemoth has a sumptuous and quiet interior, power-folding
second- and third-row seats, and available blind spot warning and
rear cross-traffic alert. We got 16 mpg overall with the 5.3-liter V8
engine and six-speed automatic transmission. The touch-screen info-
tainment system is easy to use, and the magnetic ride suspension on
the Premier trim significantly improves ride comfort and handling
response and capability. Recent updates include available lane keep-
ing assist, plus Apple CarPlay. A 6.2-liter V8, paired with a 10-speed
automatic transmission, is available.
Overall Score 66
Predicted Reliability 03
Owner Satisfaction 04
Road-Test Score 74
Front-Crash Prevention Opt.
Base Price: $49,700-$85,700
Body Styles: 4-door SUV
Trim Lines: LS, LT, Premier, RST
Drive Wheels: Rear, 4WD
Seating: 3 front, 3 rear, 3 third
Engines: 5.3-liter V8 (355 hp); 6.2-liter
V8 (420 hp)
Transmissions: 6-speed automatic;
10-speed automatic
Length (in.).................... .224
Width (in.) ......................81
Height (in.) ......................74
Wheelbase (in.) .................130
Weight (lb.) ..................5,945
% weight front/rear ...........52/48
Max. Load (lb.) ............... 1,455
Cargo Volume, cu.ft............. 62.5
Towing Capacity (lb.) ..........8,000
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CR overall mpg ..................16 Average
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