Chevrolet Tahoe Third generation

Chevrolet Tahoe Third generation
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The Chevrolet Tahoe Third generation (2007–2014): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 28 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: GMT900, GMT920 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length5,130 mm TC5,131 mm
Width1,970–2,010 mm TC2,007 mm
Height1,950–1,960 mm TC–
Wheelbase2,950 mm TC2,946 mm
Front track1,730 mm TC–
Rear track1,690 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight2,388–2,702 kg TC–
Performance
Torque–414–565 Nm

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2011–2014: ★★★★☆

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

3,350 complaints for model years 2007–2014. 62 crashes · 36 fires · 135 injuries · 1 death

  • Airbags 1,263
  • Body and structure 658
  • Electrical system 341
  • Engine 158
  • Locks and latches 124
  • Stability control 119

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 28 versions of the Chevrolet Tahoe Third generation

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United States 17 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2013–2014FFV5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA323 g/km
2010–2014FFV5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automaticFour-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA323–325 g/km
2010–20136.0 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)Four-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
2010–20136.0 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)Rear-wheel drive21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA251–263 g/km
2009–2012430, CLKUP · FFV5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA325 g/km
2009CLKUP5.3 LPetrol6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
2009CLKUP5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
2009CLKUP5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
2008–2009CLKUP6.0 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)Rear-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
2008–2009CLKUP6.0 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)Four- or all-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
2009CLKUP6.2 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km
2009CLKUP6.2 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA394 g/km
2007–2008CLKUP · 390-540, CLKUP5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
2007–2008CLKUP · 390-540, CLKUP5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
2008CLKUP5.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
2008CLKUP6.2 LPetrol6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA394 g/km
2007AFM, CLKUP5.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA325 g/km

Canada 11 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2012–2014Sport utility vehicle · Sport utility vehicle: Standard5.3 LPetrol6-speed automatic13.8 L/100 km 5-cycle317 g/km
2012–2014Sport utility vehicle · Sport utility vehicle: Standard5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automatic18.4 L/100 km 5-cycle294 g/km
2011–2013Sport utility vehicle · Sport utility vehicle: Standard6.0 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)10.8–10.9 L/100 km 5-cycle248–251 g/km
2009–2012Sport utility vehicle5.3 LPetrol6-speed automatic13.7–14.5 L/100 km 5-cycle315–334 g/km
2009–2012Sport utility vehicle5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automatic18.0–19.6 L/100 km 5-cycle288–314 g/km
2008–2010Sport utility vehicle6.0 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)10.9–11.8 L/100 km 5-cycle251–271 g/km
2008–2009Sport utility vehicle6.2 LPetrol6-speed automatic16.3–16.5 L/100 km 5-cycle375–380 g/km
2009Sport utility vehicle6.2 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automatic21.5 L/100 km 5-cycle344 g/km
2007–2008Sport utility vehicle5.3 LPetrol4-speed automatic14.2–14.9 L/100 km 5-cycle327–343 g/km
2007–2008Sport utility vehicle5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automatic18.9–19.8 L/100 km 5-cycle302–317 g/km
2007Sport utility vehicle4.8 LPetrol4-speed automatic15.1 L/100 km 5-cycle347 g/km

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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.