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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe

At a Glance

Pricing$36,965 - $53,260
Drive TypesRWD, 4WD
EnginesV8 (295-bhp), V8 (320-bhp), V8 (332-bhp), V8 (395-bhp)
TransmissionsA4, A6
Fuel Economy12-21 (city), 19-22 (highway)

Our Ratings

Velocity Index43
Quality4 stars out of 5
Style3 stars out of 5
Utility5 stars out of 5
Livability2 stars out of 5
Value2 stars out of 5
Fun1 stars out of 5

A shorter version of the Suburban.

Overview Information

The popular Tahoe is a solid full-size SUV for serious cargo or passenger hauling. Not as bulky as the longer Suburban, the Tahoe is easier to maneuver in crowded parking lots. A rear seat DVD entertainment system is optional. A 4.8L V-8 is standard on 2WD models. The optional Vortec(R) 5300 V-8 with flex-fuel capability can use E85 ethanol blend fuel. A tire pressure monitoring system is standard.

What Changed:

A six speed automatic becomes standard equipment on the 5.3L and 6.0L models. LTZ models add heated and cooled seats and new trim pieces for visual differentiation. OnStar 8.0 and Bluetooth are also new. A new 5.3L XFE model aims to improve the fuel efficiency. The XFE model features a lowered suspension to improve aerodynamics, while aluminum lower control arms and wheels reduce mass. Low rolling resistance tires are also equipped. As a result, fuel efficiency increases by 1 MPG.

Official Word:

As the industry's best-selling full-size SUV, Chevrolet Tahoe continues to offer great spaciousness and towing capability with a precise driving feel, robust performance and impeccable interior refinement and quietness. It also delivers the segment's best fuel mileage - a standing that is solidified in 2009 with the introduction of a new, six-speed automatic transmission. The new Hydra-Matic 6L80 six-speed is standard on models with the Vortec 5.3L V-8 and a new 6.2L V-8. It enhances real...Read.

Model/Trim Eng. Trans. Velocity Index Base Price
Tahoe LS 1LS 4.8l V8 (295-bhp) A4 RWD 33 $36,965
Tahoe LS 1LS 5.3l V8 (320-bhp) A6 4WD 28 $41,025
Tahoe LT 1LT 5.3l V8 (320-bhp) A6 RWD 37 $39,515
Tahoe LT 1LT 5.3l V8 (320-bhp) A6 4WD 28 $42,165
Tahoe LT 2LT 5.3l V8 (320-bhp) A6 RWD 37 $42,040
Tahoe LT 2LT 5.3l V8 (320-bhp) A6 4WD 28 $44,690
Tahoe LTZ 1LZ 5.3l V8 (320-bhp) A6 RWD 37 $48,550
Tahoe LTZ 1LZ 6.2l V8 (395-bhp) A6 RWD 43 $49,645
Tahoe LTZ 1LZ 5.3l V8 (320-bhp) A6 4WD 28 $51,400
Tahoe hybrid 6.0l V8 (332-bhp) A4 RWD 33 $50,455
Tahoe hybrid 6.0l V8 (332-bhp) A4 4WD 24 $53,260

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