Named after a beautiful lake within the Native American region, the Chevy Tahoe is one of those big-sized SUVs that can really do much work more in attacking the varying road conditions and elevations we have here in the Philippines. Its sheer size and ride height, not to mention its muscular aesthetics only serve as a teaser to what it is capable of. Inspired by its ye-oldie brother the Suburban, the Tahoe’s payload is enormous, with up to 8 persons seated in pure comfort. Luggage and storage spaces are in an abundance, with plenty more of strategically-placed stowage and cubby holes for the knick-knacks. On-board entertainment is provided by the the Chevrolet MyLink infotainment system. For the long haul, Pinoys will be astounded by its monstrous EcoTec3 5.3L V8, which can reach up to 355hp, and pulling power of a whopping 516Nm of torque. Accompanying that V8 growl is a 10-Speed Automatic gearbox.
Launch
The 2022 Tahoe was launched in the Philippines at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS). The Tahoe was unveiled to the public with the Z71 four-wheel drive package, with this variant being the only option in the Philippines. The Tahoe’s price at launch was P4,749,888.
Platform, Chassis and Powertrain
The Tahoe is a 5-door, full-size SUV with a front-engine, four-wheel drive layout. It sits on the new GMT T1XX platform, used on all of GM’s new trucks and SUVs produced after 2018. The Tahoe is only available in the Philippines as one variant, the Z71 four-wheel drive package.
The source of the Tahoe’s immense muscle is its 5.3 Liter EcoTec V8 engine, feeding the beast is Chevrolet’s Dynamic Fuel Management system with Direct Injection, with the result being 355 American stallions and 518-newton meters of torque at 4,100 RPM. Delivering this power to all four wheels is a 10-speed Automatic transmission with Electronic Precision Shift.
Chassis
Class
Full-size SUV
Body Style
4-door SUV
Platform
Layout
Front-engine, four-wheel-drive
Platform
GMT420/430
Powertrain
Engine
5.3-liter eight-cylinders gasoline engine
Power Output
355 horsepower 518 newton-meters torque
Transmission
10-Speed Automatic with Electronic Precision Shift
Technology Features
The Tahoe is loaded with driver aids and creature comforts everywhere you look. For starters, the infotainment system is a 10.2-inch Chevrolet MyLink system, with Apple Carplay, Android Auto, and Bluetooth. This system is also capable of playing three mediums, Tuner, Video, and Audio. To cap off the entertainment system, the car is fitted with a nine-speaker system developed by audio equipment legends, Bose. You also get a wireless charging pad at the front for added convenience.
Driver aids are also plentiful in the Tahoe. Forward Collision Alert, Following Distance Indicator, Automatic Emergency Braking, Front Pedestrian Braking, Lane Keep Assist, and Lane Change Alert are the core safety features of the Tahoe. Parking assistance is aided by Rear Park Assist Sensors with reversing camera, Rear Pedestrian Alert, and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.
During driving, the Tahoe can manage different situations with its stability control systems with features like Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS), Hill Start Assist, and Hill Descent.
Exterior
On the outside, the Tahoe is an impressively imposing figure. The Tahoe’s length is 5352 mm, with widthways spanning 2057mm, and it stands at a mighty 1928mm in height.
The Z71 package gives the Tahoe 20-inch gray rims with hints of aluminum, adding to the already imposing front fascia. For the paint, you can either get a white palette named Summit white or give the car a stealthy look with black paint. The front is reworked from its predecessor, the new Tahoe receives a new pair of LED headlights and daytime running lights, and in the middle, you are greeted with an hourglass-style grille derived from the Silverado pick-up truck.
Interior
Inside, passengers will be wrapped with sleek leather. High-quality leather envelops the interior of the Tahoe, from its seats, door trims, and dashboard. The center console is a new 10.2-inch touchscreen infotainment system. This system comes with Apple Carplay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, and USB connectivity, along with built-in 4g LTE Wi-Fi and navigation. Tucked underneath the screen is the Tahoe’s new Automatic Climate Control panel. The driver’s seat gets a restyled instrument cluster, a heads-up display, and a button-style gear selector.
Passengers in the rear seats also get a share of some fun, with two 12.6-inch screens making up the rear entertainment system.
Safety
In terms of passenger safety, the Tahoe comes with a suite of 9 SRS airbags throughout the interior. The body of the Tahoe is built with crash safety in mind; thus, it has sufficient crumple zones and side-door impact beams.
Driving a large car like the Tahoe can be intimidating, luckily, the Tahoe comes with driver aids and safety features. Forward Collision Alert, Following Distance Indicator, Automatic Emergency Braking, Front Pedestrian Braking, Lane Keep Assist, and Lane Change Alert make up the Tahoe’s advanced driver assistance system. During driving, the Tahoe’s stability control consists of ABS, Traction Control System, Electronic Stability Control, Hill Start Assist, and Hill Descent Assist.
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With a starting price of P7,702,888, the Tahoe presents a remarkable package for eager full-size SUV buyers with the tech and features to match its big size.
When it comes to American SUVs, Chevrolet and its fellow compatriots under the General Motors umbrella, all follow a quintessential formula which involves a massive V8, gigantic proportions, and features up and down the wazoo. Whether or not you're a fan of this "genre" of SUVs is a question of how large you like your cars, and how much you're willing to pay for it. The 2024 Tahoe in its Z71 trim comes in at about 7.7 Million Philippine Pesos, and the question is, "Is it worth it?" Let's dive in and see on this episode of Behind the Wheel.
