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2008 Chevrolet Tahoe

2008 Chevrolet Tahoe

At a Glance

Pricing$34,630 - $52,395
Drive TypesRWD, 4WD
EnginesV8 (295-bhp), V8 (320-bhp), V8 (332-bhp), V8 (380-bhp)
TransmissionsA4, A6
Fuel Economy12-21 (city), 19-22 (highway)

Our Ratings

Velocity Index43

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 VortecŪ 5300 V-8 with flex-fuel capability can use E85 ethanol blend fuel. The sole transmission is a 4-speed automatic. A tire pressure monitoring system is standard.

What Changed:

A two-mode hybrid model will join the lineup for the 2008 model year. The 6.2L V8 with six-speed manual was added as an option to the LTZ RWD model mid-year.

Official Word:

With the ever-growing emphasis on energy conservation, sport-utility buyers have been rewarded with segment-leading fuel economy available in General Motors' current full-size Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon SUVs. For 2008, GM has raised the bar even higher with its unique 2-Mode Hybrid technology. Carrying on a tradition of comfort, performance and utility, the 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid and GMC Yukon Hybrid boast vastly improved fuel economy over their gasoline-only siblings thanks in large part to a...Read.

Model/Trim Eng. Trans. Velocity Index Base Price
Tahoe LS 4.8l V8 (295-bhp) A4 RWD 33 $34,630
Tahoe LS 5.3l V8 (320-bhp) A4 RWD 33 $35,430
Tahoe LS 5.3l V8 (320-bhp) A4 4WD 24 $38,490
Tahoe LT1 5.3l V8 (320-bhp) A4 RWD 33 $36,710
Tahoe LT1 5.3l V8 (320-bhp) A4 4WD 24 $39,560
Tahoe LT2 5.3l V8 (320-bhp) A4 RWD 33 $38,870
Tahoe LT2 5.3l V8 (320-bhp) A4 4WD 24 $41,720
Tahoe LT3 5.3l V8 (320-bhp) A4 RWD 33 $39,935
Tahoe LT3 5.3l V8 (320-bhp) A4 4WD 24 $42,785
Tahoe LTZ 5.3l V8 (320-bhp) A4 RWD 33 $45,640
Tahoe LTZ 6.2l V8 (380-bhp) A6 RWD 43 $47,030
Tahoe LTZ 5.3l V8 (320-bhp) A4 4WD 24 $48,490
Tahoe Hybrid 6.0l V8 (332-bhp) A4 RWD 33 $49,590
Tahoe Hybrid 6.0l V8 (332-bhp) A4 4WD 24 $52,395