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A big, family-friendly interior, a capable engine lineup of engines, and modern technology make the Chevy Tahoe the most popular SUV in its class.

Cons

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<li>V8s are inefficient</li>
<li>Rivals can tow more</li>
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Power, Ride, and Handling

Driving Impressions

The 2026 Chevy Tahoe is powered by a 355-horsepower V8 engine matched with a 10-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive (RWD) or 4-wheel drive (4WD). This aging engine isn’t as powerful as the turbo 6-cylinder engines in its Ford and Jeep rivals, but it still has plenty of thrust, and it’s adequate for daily family-hauling duties.
Drivers seeking more muscle for towing regularly or just because they want more oomph will be interested in the bigger 6.2-liter V8 producing 420 hp or the Duramax turbodiesel 6-cylinder pumping out 305 hp and 495 lb-ft of torque. We know most of you will go for a V8, but we’re partial to the diesel, which has both the highest torque rating and best fuel economy in the Tahoe’s engine lineup. Chevy and GMC are the only brands that offer a diesel in this class.
One of the reasons families love the Chevy Tahoe is its ride quality on long highway trips. The long wheelbase and compliant suspension (especially with the optional Magnetic Ride Control system) create a truly premium feel for the driver and passengers alike. The available <a href="https://www.kbb.com/car-news/gms-super-cruise-now-covers-750000-miles-of-roads/">Super Cruise</a> hands-free highway driving system makes the Tahoe an even better road tripper.
<h3>Fuel Economy</h3>
The standard V8 in the Tahoe returns 15 city/20 highway/17 combined mpg. The bigger 6.2-liter V8 is equally efficient, but requires premium gas, yielding much higher fuel cost estimates. Meanwhile, the only diesel in this class gives the Tahoe up to 22 city/26 highway/24 combined mpg. That’s a better fuel economy rating than the hybrid Toyota Sequoia.
The turbocharged 6-cylinder engines in the Ford Expedition, Jeep Wagoneer, and Nissan Armada are all more efficient than the V8s in the Tahoe. The Ford and Jeep don’t require premium fuel, but the Nissan does.

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Exterior

At 17.5 feet long, the Tahoe full-size SUV takes up the same kind of space as the Ford Expedition. It’s big. But we think big is beautiful in this instance. The Tahoe got a midcycle refresh last year that included a revised front end and available 24-inch wheels. It helped keep this SUV looking fresh and modern.

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Favorite Features

Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto 
We always appreciate the ability to integrate a phone into a vehicle’s infotainment system. Especially when it’s wireless, we don’t have to dig that phone out of a pocket or purse.
Infotainment touchscreen 
A high-resolution 17.7-inch display comes standard in every new Tahoe. That’s big and really lends a more tech-rich feel to the cabin. We’re also fans of the easy-to-use infotainment system.
Hands-free tailgate 
It is one of those convenience features that gets used a lot. It’s standard in all Tahoe models except for the base LS.
Super Cruise 
With this optional superpower, you can drive on about 750,000 miles of North American highway with your hands off the wheel and feet off the pedals (but eyes on the road).
Trailering technology 
Features like Boat Ramp Assist and Trailer Navigation — which works out the ideal route while taking the trailer’s size into account — make towing much more manageable.
Z71 trim 
The rugged Tahoe Z71 is as capable as its macho aesthetic suggests. A few off-road upgrades include standard 4-wheel drive, extra ground clearance, hill descent control, all-terrain tires, and an appearance package with a favorable approach angle and a skid plate.

Huge Interior

Interior

If you’re shopping for a full-size SUV, space is probably important to you, so let’s start there. The Chevy Tahoe boasts 42 inches of second-row legroom and 34.9 inches of third-row legroom. The third row is still best reserved for kids, but has adequate room for average-sized adults.
Second- and third-row legroom in the Tahoe are about the same as the Ford Expedition and Jeep Wagoneer, but cargo space is a strength for the <a href="https://www.kbb.com/chevrolet/">Chevy</a>. The Tahoe has 25.5 cubic feet of cargo room behind the third row (more than the Ford, slightly less than the Jeep) and class-leading maximum cargo capacity of 122.7 cubic feet.
But wedon’tt just love theTahoe’ss interior for its hugeness. It’s also full of modern and user-friendly technology. The previous year’s refresh brought a big update to the screens, namely, a standard 17.7-inch central infotainment screen and an 11-inch digital gauge cluster. We like this setup for being both high-tech and user-friendly. Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay come standard, and a few desirable interior options include Bose audio, a power-sliding center console, a head-up display, and a rear camera mirror. Another nice touch is that all trims, except the base LS, have standard leather seats.

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The Chevy Tahoe is, by far, the best-selling model in a competitive class of full-size SUVs. Part of that comes down to name recognition and brand loyalty, but there are many practical reasons why it’s so popular. The Tahoe achieves its goal of being a roomy family hauler with truck-like capabilities without compromise. Its lineup of three engines includes two V8s and a diesel, and it has some outstanding tech features like the Super Cruise hands-free highway driving system. The Tahoe lineup’s variety includes the no-nonsense LS, the rugged Z71, the luxurious High Country, and more, ensuring there’s something for everyone in its diverse model range. For even more space, consider the similar-but-bigger <a href="https://www.kbb.com/chevrolet/suburban/">Chevy Suburban</a>, which we review separately.
We’ve spent hundreds of hours driving and evaluating this generation of <a href="https://www.kbb.com/suv/best-full-size-suvs/">full-size SUVs</a>, including the Chevrolet Tahoe.

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Pricing of the Chevy Tahoe is similar to the <a href="https://www.kbb.com/jeep/wagoneer/">Jeep Wagoneer</a>. The <a href="https://www.kbb.com/nissan/armada/">Nissan Armada</a> is a little cheaper, while the <a href="https://www.kbb.com/ford/expedition/">Ford Expedition</a>, <a href="https://www.kbb.com/gmc/yukon/">GMC Yukon</a>, and hybrid-only <a href="https://www.kbb.com/toyota/sequoia/">Toyota Sequoia</a> are a little pricier.
Before buying a Tahoe, check the Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price to know what you should really pay. Chevrolet Tahoe resale value is above average for the segment. Recouping more money when selling a vehicle can mean a bigger down payment and lower monthly payments on the next one.

Pros

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<li>3 engine options</li>
<li>Big interior</li>
<li>Modern tech</li>
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Quick New

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<li>Key Card feature</li>
<li>RST Dark Essentials Package</li>
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Under the Hood

The base engine for the Chevy Tahoe SUV lineup is a 5.3-liter V8 generating 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque. The RST, Z71, and Premier trims offer the option of a 6.2-liter V8 developing 420 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque. It’s standard in the top High Country trim. Unless it’s the LS, a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline 6-cylinder diesel engine, generating 305 hp and 495 lb-ft of torque, is an option.
All three engines connect to a 10-speed automatic transmission. Rear-wheel drive is the standard setup, with 4-wheel drive on the options list or standard in the Z71. The rear-wheel-drive version with the smaller V8 engine achieves the maximum towing capacity of 8,200 pounds. For comparison, the Jeep Wagoneer can pull up to 10,000 pounds.
<h3>3-Year/36,000-Mile Warranty</h3>
Chevrolet’s new-vehicle warranty lasts three years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. Powertrains are covered for five years or 60,000 miles. These terms are typical among mainstream manufacturers. The first scheduled service is also included.
<h3>Safety Ratings</h3>
The Tahoe earned the top 5-Star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (<a href="https://www.nhtsa.gov/ratings" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NHTSA</a>). Testing from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (<a href="https://www.iihs.org/ratings" target="_blank" rel="noopener">IIHS</a>) is a bit mixed; it got a “Poor” score in the moderate overlap front crash test and either “Good” or “Acceptable” in every other category. Standard safety features include forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, and an HD Surround Vision camera.

What's new for 2026

The Chevy Tahoe got a significant refresh for 2025, so it gets minor updates for 2026. A couple of new features include a Key Card, which is a card you can use as a key, and Cabin Glance, an in-car camera system letting the driver monitor activity in the back seats. We’ve seen this feature in minivans, and it’s getting more common in big SUVs. There’s also a new RST Dark Essentials appearance package and updated paint and wheel options.

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