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Chevrolet Tahoe GMT900 5.3 i V8 (324 Hp) AWD Automatic
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Chevrolet Tahoe:
The Chevrolet Tahoe is a line of full-size SUVs from Chevrolet marketed since the 1995 model year. Marketed alongside the GMC Yukon for its entire production, the Tahoe is the successor of the Chevrolet K5 Blazer; the Yukon has replaced the full-sized GMC Jimmy. Both trucks derive their nameplates from western North America, with Chevrolet referring to Lake Tahoe; GMC, the Canadian Yukon.
Initially produced as a three-door SUV wagon, a five-door wagon body was introduced for 1995, ultimately replacing the three-door body entirely. The five-door wagon shares its body with the Chevrolet and GMC Suburban as a shorter-wheelbase variant. Since 1998, the Tahoe has served as the basis of the standard-wheelbase GMC Yukon Denali and Cadillac Escalade luxury SUVs. The Tahoe is sold in North America, parts of Asia such as the Philippines, and the Middle East, plus other countries including Bolivia, Chile, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, and Angola as a left-hand-drive vehicle. The Yukon is only sold in North America and the Middle East....(Read more on Wikipedia)
GMT900 Overview:
Chevrolet Tahoe (GMT900). With 461 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2570 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.5 s). The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 9, it’s perfect for larger families.
The Chevrolet Tahoe GMT900 was primarily designed for the North American market and was not tested by Euro NCAP. It received strong safety ratings from NHTSA and IIHS in the US.
5.3 i V8 (324 Hp) AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides adequate power for most driving scenarios, offering a good balance between performance and daily usability. Smooth power delivery for a large SUV.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for its class, especially with Active Fuel Management (cylinder deactivation) on the highway, but still a thirsty V8 in urban settings.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior for up to 8 passengers
- • Strong V8 engine options, including a fuel-efficient hybrid
- • Excellent towing and hauling capabilities
- • Refined ride quality for a body-on-frame SUV
- • Robust and generally reliable powertrain options
Cons:
- • Large exterior dimensions can make city driving and parking challenging
- • Fuel economy for non-hybrid V8s is relatively low
- • Interior materials, while durable, can feel less premium than some rivals
- • Third-row seats do not fold flat into the floor, requiring removal for maximum cargo space
- • Some common issues like Active Fuel Management (AFM) lifter problems on 5.3L V8s
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(GMT820: 2005 - 2007).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Tahoe |
| Generation: | GMT900 |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.3 i V8 (324 Hp) AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2007 |
| End of production: | 2009 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 9 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 324 Hp @ 5300 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 60.8 Hp/l [78mm more] |
| Torque: | 461 Nm @ 4200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LY5 More details about the engine LY5 |
| Engine displacement: | 5327 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 17.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 96 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.9 kg/Hp, 126.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.6 kg/Nm, 179.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2570 |
| Max. weight: | 3311 |
| Max load: | 741 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 3084 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 479 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 98 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5130 mm mm [78mm more] |
| Width: | 2007 mm mm [3mm more] |
| Height: | 1955 mm mm [70mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2946 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1732 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1702 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 265/70 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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