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| image = [[Image:GMC-Vandura-Rally.jpg|250px|GMC Vandura Rally]]
{{Infobox Automobile generation
| name = Chevrolet Beauville
|name=Chevrolet Tahoe
| manufacturer = [[General Motors]]
|image=[[Image:00-06 Chevrolet Tahoe.jpg|250px|GMT800 Chevrolet Tahoe LS]]
| production = 1970-1996
|aka=GMC Yukon<br>[[Holden Suburban]] (in [[Australia]] & [[New Zealand]]) Chevrolet Blazer (in [[Brazil]])
| class = Full-size [[van]]
|manufacturer=[[General Motors]]
| body_style = 3-door [[van]]
|production=1992–present (Yukon)<br>1995-present (Tahoe)
| assembly = [[Lordstown, Ohio]]<Br>
|predecessor=[[Chevrolet K5 Blazer|Chevrolet K-Blazer/GMC K5 Jimmy]]
[[Wentzville, Missouri]]
|class=[[Full-size]] [[SUV]]
|layout=[[Front-engine design|Front engine]], [[rear-wheel drive]] / [[four-wheel drive]]
}}
 
The '''Chevrolet Tahoe''' (and very similar '''GMC Yukon''') is a [[full-size]] [[SUV]] from [[General Motors]]. [[Chevrolet]] and [[GMC (General Motors division)|GMC]] sold two different-sized SUVs under their [[Chevrolet K5 Blazer|Blazer/Jimmy]] model names through the early 1990s. This situation changed when GMC rebadged the full-size Jimmy as the Yukon in 1992. [[Chevrolet]] waited until 1994's introduction of a four-door version to rebadge the mid-size [[Chevrolet S-10 Blazer|S-10 Blazer]] as the [[Chevrolet Blazer|Blazer]], renaming the full-size Blazer as the Tahoe.
 
The Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon currently serve as General Motors' full-size SUVs. Lengthened wheelbase models are available for both as the [[Chevrolet Suburban|Suburban]] for the Tahoe and [[Chevrolet Suburban|Yukon XL]] for the Yukon. A luxury Denali model joined the Yukon lineup in 1998. As of 2002, a [[GMC Denali|Denali]] version of the Yukon XL was also available as the Yukon XL Denali.
 
In [[North America]], the Tahoe is sometimes used for [[police car]] use, especially in rural areas where four-wheel drive and more ground clearance are necessary.
 
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==First generation (GMT400)==
[[Toronto, Ontario]], [[Canada]]
{{Infobox Automobile generation
| layout = [[FR layout]]
|image=[[Image:1st-GMC-Yukon-4door.jpg|250px|GMT400 GMC Yukon 4-door]]
| engine = 4.3L [[V6]]<br>5.7L [[V8]]<br>7.4L [[V8]]<br>6.5L [[Diesel]] [[V8]]
|name=GMT400
| transmission = 3-speed [[Automatic transmission|automatic]]<br>4-speed automatic<br> 4-speed [[Manual transmission|manual]]
|production=1992–1999 Yukon <BR> 1992–1994 Blazer <BR> 1995–1999 Tahoe <BR> 1995–1999 Silverado (Mexico)
| wheelbase = SWB: {{auto in|110.0|0}}<br>LWB: {{auto in|125.0|0}}<br>3500 LWB: {{auto in|146.0|0}}
|platform=[[GM GMT platform#GMT400|GM GMT400 platform]]
| length = 1994-96 LWB: {{auto in|204.1|0}}<br>Rally 3500 LWB: {{auto in|225.1|0}}<br>SWB: {{auto in|178.2|0}}<bR>1991-93 LWB: {{auto in|202.2|0}}<br>1991-93 3500HD: {{auto in|202.6|0}}<Br>3500 LWB: {{auto in|223.2|0}}<br>Beauville 3500 LWB: {{auto in|225.0|0}}
|body_style=2 door SUV <BR> 4 door SUV
| width = {{auto in|79.5|0}}
|wheelbase=2-door: {{auto in|111.5|0}}<Br>4-door: {{auto in|117.5|0}}
| height = 3500 SWB: {{auto in|81.8|0}}<br>3500 LWB: {{auto in|82.3|0}}<Br>3500HD: {{auto in|81.9|0}}<bR>2500: {{auto in|79.1|0}}<Br>SWB: {{auto in|79.4|0}}<br>Pre-1990 G1500 Extended: {{auto in|79.2|0}}<Br>Pre-1990 G2500: {{auto in|79.5|0}}
|length= {{convert|188|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} (2 door) <BR> {{convert|199|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} (4 door)
| weight = {{Auto lb|6600}}
|width= {{convert|77|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
| aka = GMC Rally
|height= {{convert|72|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
| related = [[Chevrolet Van]]
|weight= {{convert|4500|lb|abbr=on}} (2 door) <BR> {{convert|5500|lb|abbr=on}} (4 door)
| successor = [[Chevrolet Express|Chevrolet Express/GMC Savana]]
|assembly=[[Arlington, Texas]], [[USA]] <BR> [[Silao]], [[Mexico]]
|engine=[[GM_Vortec_engine#5700|5.7 L]] [[V8]]
|transmission=[[GM 4L80-E transmission|4L80E]] [[Automatic transmission|automatic]] <BR> [[GM 4L60-E transmission|4L60E]] automatic <BR> 5-speed [[Manual transmission|manual]]
|related=[[Chevrolet Suburban]] <BR> GMC Suburban
}}
}}


[[Image:Wiki cars 058.jpg|200px|thumb|left|GMT400 GMC Yukon GT]]
The '''Chevrolet Beauville''' or '''GMC Rally''' was originally a [[station wagon]] option for the 1955 [[Chevrolet Bel Air]]. The name was later resurrected as a full-size [[van]] option for the [[Chevrolet Van]] in 1970.
[[Image:1st-Chevrolet-Tahoe-4door.jpg|thumb|200px|left|Chevrolet Tahoe 4-door]]
<!-- Deleted image removed: [[Image:P1000235.JPG|thumb|left|1997 Tahoe 2 Door]] -->
The new GMC Yukon was introduced for 1992, while [[Chevrolet]] continued calling their version the Blazer. All were 2-door models through 1994. In 1995 the Chevy changed the name of the Blazer to Tahoe and introduced a 4-door version.  The Tahoe was ''[[Motor Trend]]'' magazine's [[Car of the Year|Truck of the Year]] for 1996.


The Tahoe/Yukon were shorter than the [[Chevrolet Suburban|Suburban]] on which they were based, but shared that vehicle's ''[[GMT400]]'' [[automobile platform|platform]]. This was a true truck chassis, and was based on that used in the [[Chevrolet Silverado]] full-size [[pickup truck]]. Both two-door and four-door models were produced, as well as [[rear-wheel drive|rear-]] and [[four-wheel drive]].
==1955-1957 Bel Air Station Wagon==
The two door weighs roughly 4500 pounds while the four door weighs approximately 5500 pounds.
===1955 Chevrolet Beauville===
"AutoTrac" full-time all-wheel drive and [[OnStar]] were added for 1998. The upscale '''Denali''' trim line to the Yukon appeared around this time as the vehicles became popular with wealthy families.
In 1955 Chevrolet introduced the 4 door Beauville Wagon as an option for the Bel Air line.  The Beauville wagon came standard with a [[Straight-6|6 cylinder]] engine or a [[V8]] mated to a [[manual transmission]].  


In [[Mexico]], the Tahoe 2-door was released in 1995, called the Chevrolet Silverado, and in 1998 the 4-door was released as the Silverado 4-door, and both were available in Base, LS and luxury LT trim lines.
{| class="wikitable"
 
|-
When the GMT800-based SUVs were released in 2000, a 2WD Tahoe Limited was produced for demand purposes. It featured Police package suspension, monochromatic paint, no roof rack, distinctive front bumper and body kit, 2-toned leather seats and 16" alloy wheels.  A 4x4 Z-71 Tahoe was also produced that had a monochromatic paint scheme, distinctive front bumper and wheels.
! Type of Beauville
 
! Number made
{| class=wikitable
! Standard price
!Year
|-
!Displacement
| 1955 4 door Bel Air Beauville Wagon
!Engine
| 24,313
!Power
| [[Straight-6|6 cylinder]]= $2,262 [[V8]]= $2,361
!Torque
|}
!Notes
[http://www.carsandstripes.com/chevy.asp]
===1956 Chevrolet Beauville===
In 1956 the Beauville became a wagon option for the Chevrolet 210 as well.
{| class="wikitable"
|-
|-
|1992–1995||5.7 L||''[[GM Vortec engine#5700|350 TBI]]'' [[V8]] ||200 [[horsepower|hp]] (149 [[Watt#Kilowatt|kW]])|| ||
! Type of Beauville
! Number made
! Standard Price
! Seating capacity
|-
|-
|1996–1998||6.5 ;L||''[[Detroit Diesel V8 engine|Detroit Diesel]]'' V8 ||180 hp (134 kW)|| ||2 door [[Four-wheel drive|4WD]] Tahoe only
| 1956 4 door 210 Beauville Wagon
| 17,988
| 6 cylinder= $2,348 V8= $2447
| 9 passengers
|-
|-
|1996–1999||5.7 L||''[[GM Vortec engine#5700|Vortec 5700]]'' V8 ||255 hp (190 kW)||335 ft·lbf ||
| 1956 4 door Bel Air Beauville Wagon
|}
| 13,279
{{-}}
| 6 cylinder= $2,482 V8= $2581
| 9 passengers
|} [http://oldcarandtruckpictures.com/ChevyTri-Five/1956_Chevrolet_Bel_Air_Beauville_Wagon.jpg]


==Second generation (GMT800)==
====Engines====
[[Image:Chevrolet-Tahoe-GMT400-police.jpg|200px|thumb|left|GMT800 Chevrolet Tahoe police]]
Chevrolet Station wagons offered a wide variety of engines rated from the {{Convert|140|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} 6 cylinder to the {{Convert|225|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} V8.
{{Infobox Automobile generation
|image=[[Image:2004 GMC Yukon.jpg|250px|2004 GMC Yukon]]
|name=GMT800
|production=2000-2006
|platform=[[GM GMT platform#GMT800|GM GMT800 platform]]
|body_style=4 door SUV
|engine=4.8 L {{convert|275|hp|abbr=on}} [[V8]] <BR> 5.3 L {{convert|285|hp|abbr=on}} V8
|transmission=4-speed [[GM 4L60-E transmission|4L60-E]] [[automatic transmission|automatic]]
|assembly=[[Janesville, Wisconsin]], [[USA]] <BR> [[Arlington, Texas]], [[USA]] <BR> [[Silao]], [[Mexico]]
|related=[[Chevrolet Suburban]] <BR> [[GMC Yukon XL]] <BR> [[Cadillac Escalade]] <BR> [[Hummer H2]]
|wheelbase={{auto in|116.0|0}}
|length=2000-01 Tahoe & 2000-06 Yukon & Denali: {{auto in|198.9|0}} <BR> 2002-03 Tahoe: {{auto in|196.9|0}}<Br>2004-06 Tahoe: {{auto in|198.8|0}}
|width={{auto in|78.9|0}} <BR> 2004-06 Tahoe: {{auto in|78.8|0}}
|height=2000-01 Tahoe: {{auto in|74.2|0}} <BR> 2000-06 Yukon 2WD & 2004-06 Tahoe 4WD: {{auto in|76.7|0}} <BR> 2000-06 Yukon 4WD/Denali & 2002-03 2WD Tahoe: {{auto in|76.5|0}} <BR> 2002-03 Tahoe 4WD: {{auto in|76.3|0}} <BR> 2004-06 Tahoe 2WD: {{auto in|74.8|0}}
}}


The Chevy Tahoe Limited Edition was offered for the 2000 model year, but based on the first generation model platform. The Tahoe Limited was produced for only one model year. According to research, there were 8,905 units produced -- all in black. The Tahoe Limited was originally badged as the Tahoe SS (concept in 1995), but GM brass disliked the idea of an "SS" at a time when insurance companies were already demanding higher premiums for SUVs. Ronal 16" wheels, brakes borrowed from the [[Chevrolet Suburban]], Bilstein shocks, a two-tone leather interior, and a {{convert|120|mi/h|km/h|abbr=on}} gauge cluster were among the standard features in the Tahoe Limited. A body that sat 2" lower than normally aspired Tahoes, along with an all black grille, fog lights set in the front bumper and side skirts gave the Tahoe Limited a more aggressive stance -- which is said to have been originally inspired by a Tahoe Police Package shown at the 1996 [[SEMA]] Show.
One base engine Chevrolet offered in 1956 was a 235.5 cubic inch 6 cylinder engine with a cast iron block and a compression ratio of 8.0:1.  It was carbureted, with a Rochester single barrel [[carburetor]] with a peak brake Horsepower of 140 achieved at 4200 [[RPM]]. Another base engine offered by chevrolet in 1956 was a 265 cubic inch [[V8]] with a 2 barrel carburetor with peak brake horsepower of 162 at 4400 rpm.  


Other than the Tahoe Limited Edition, the vehicle was redesigned for the 2000 [[model year]] on the new ''[[GM GMT platform#GMT800|GMT800]]'' platform, still shared with the full-sized pickups. Two new engines replaced the old 5.7 L (350ci) small-block [[V8]], and while both were smaller, both produced more power. The [[manual transmission]] was dropped. In [[Mexico]], the GMT800 Chevy Tahoe is called a Chevrolet Sonora.
In 1956 two other 265 cubic inch V8s were offered but both had a 9.25:1 [[compression ratio]], 4 barrel carburetors, and a dual exhaust. The [[Turbo-Fire 225]] engine was equipped with 2 Carter 4 barrel carburetors and produced {{convert|bhp|225}} at 5200 rpm while the [[Turbo-Fire 205]] engine had a single 4 barrel carburetor with a peak {{Convert|205|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} at 4600 rpm.


Both vehicles received significant updates with only the grille and headlights distinguishing one from the other. Both vehicles now featured softer lines as part of a more aerodynamic design. The interior was also updated with new seats, dashboard, and door panels.
===1957 Chevrolet Beauville===
 
In 1957 the Beauville station wagon was not offered in the Bel Air line, only in the 210.
"StabiliTrak" [[stability control]] was offered for the first time in 2003, as were [[XM Satellite Radio]], [[Bose]] audio, and a [[DVD]] entertainment system as the models continued to climb upmarket. Both engines received 10 [[horsepower|hp]] (7.5 [[Watt#Kilowatt|kW]]) more for 2004.
{| class="wikitable"
<br clear=left>
{| class=wikitable
!Year
!Displacement
!Engine
!Power
!Torque
!Notes
|-
|-
|2000–2003||4.8&nbsp;L||''[[GM Vortec engine#4800|Vortec 4800]]'' [[V8]]||275&nbsp;hp (205&nbsp;kW)|| ||
! Type of Beauville
! Number sold
! Standard Price
! Seating capacity
|-
|-
|2000–2003||5.3&nbsp;L||''[[GM Vortec engine#5300|Vortec 5300]]'' [[V8]]||280-285&nbsp;hp (213&nbsp;kW)||325-330 lb·ft ||
| 1957 4 door 210 Beauville wagon
|-
| 21,803
|2004–2006||4.8&nbsp;L||''[[GM Vortec engine#4800|Vortec 4800]]'' [[V8]]||285&nbsp;hp (213&nbsp;kW)|| ||
| 6 cylinder= $2,563  V8= $2663
|-
| 9 passengers
|2004–2006||5.3&nbsp;L||''[[GM Vortec engine#5300|Vortec 5300]]'' [[V8]]||295&nbsp;hp (220&nbsp;kW)|| ||
|} [http://www.theclassicchevrolet.com/1957_chevrolet_production.htm] [http://www.carsandstripes.com/chevrolet-1957.asp]
|}
In 1957 the engines offered by Chevrolet in the 210 Beauville were a 235.5 cubic inch 6 cylinder with {{Convert|140|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}}, a 265 cubic inch V8 with {{Convert|162|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}}, and a number of 283 cubic inch V8s, the most powerful being the super turbo-fire 283 reached {{Convert|283|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}}.  The super turbo-fire 283 was a fuel injected engine that was a $550 option back in 1957. [http://www.oldride.com/library/1957_chevrolet_bel_air.html]
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[http://www.theclassicchevrolet.com/1956_chevrolet_engines.htm]
 
==Third generation (GMT900)==
{{Infobox Automobile generation
|image=[[Image:07-Chevrolet-Tahoe.jpg|250px|2007 Chevrolet Tahoe]]
|name=GMT900
|production=2007–present
|platform=[[GM GMT platform#GMT900|GMT900]]
|wheelbase={{auto in|116.0|0}}
|length={{auto in|202.0|0}}
|width={{auto in|79.0|0}}
|height={{auto in|76.9|0}}<br>Yukon Denali: {{auto in|77.0|0}}<br>Hybrid: {{Auto in|74.6|0}}<br>Tahoe Hybrid 4WD: {{Auto in|74.8|0}}
|fuel_capacity={{Convert|26|usgal|L impgal|0|abbr=on}}
|assembly=[[Janesville, Wisconsin]], [[USA]]<br>[[Arlington, Texas]], [[USA]]
|engine=4.8L {{convert|295|hp|abbr=on}} [[V8]]<br>5.3L {{convert|320|hp|abbr=on}} [[V8]]<br>6.2L 380HP(Denali)/395HP(09- Tahoe LTZ) [[V8]]
|transmission=4-speed [[GM 4L60-E transmission|4L60-E]] automatic<br>6-speed [[GM 6L80 transmission|6L80]] automatic (2009- all models and engines excluding the 4.8L V8 2WD)
|related=[[Chevrolet Suburban]]<br>[[GMC Yukon XL]]<br>[[Cadillac Escalade]]
}}
 
General Motors replaced the Tahoe and Yukon on the new ''[[GM GMT platform#GMT900|GMT900]]'' platform in late 2005 as a 2007. A [[hybrid vehicle|hybrid]] version of the Yukon, which uses the shared GM/[[Chrysler]] [[Advanced Hybrid System 2]], is followed with the 2008 models.  The GMT900 based Tahoe and Yukon exceeded initial sales expectations and continue to sell well despite a weakening market for large SUVs.


<gallery>Image:Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid DC.JPG|2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid
==Full Size Chevy Van 1970-1995==
Image:GMC-Yukon-Hybrid-DC.jpg|2009 GMC Yukon Hybrid</gallery>
[[Image:Boo.jpg|250px|thumb|right|Chevrolet Beauville]]The '''Chevrolet G series Sportvan Beauville''' was a full size van option produced by [[Chevrolet]] between 1970 and 1995.


For 2007 the GMC Yukon and Chevrolet Tahoe received different front fascias and hood. The GMC Yukon features a monolithic grille and headlights, while the Chevrolet Tahoe grille is divided by a body colored bar similar to the chrome bar found on most of the GMT800 Tahoe. While the Tahoe's hood now features a design attribute obtruding from its otherwise smooth contour, the Yukon features a smooth hood with two slight curves on both sides of the hood. Both the new Yukon and Tahoe feature a more angular design that gives the vehicles a more upscale appearance. The interior was significantly redesigned as well. It features a new real wooded trim dashboard with new chrome accented instrument controls. New door panels as well as new seats were also added to the interior.
Since its conception in the tail end of the 1960s, the G series has seen very little change. The majority of those changes have been internal.


Short wheelbase and police Tahoe production began at [[Arlington Assembly]] on [[December 1]], [[2005]]. SWB Yukon production began in early 2006, with [[Janesville Assembly]] coming on line as well. Long wheelbase versions began at Janesville and [[Silao Assembly]] in March.
===Van engines===
;4.3 [[liter]] gasoline [[V6]]:
* Horsepower= {{Convert|165|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} @4000 rpm 
* Torque={{Auto ft.lbf|235|0}} @2400 rpm


Highway mileage has improved from 19&nbsp;mpg (12.4&nbsp;L/100&nbsp;km) to 21-22&nbsp;mpg (11.2&nbsp;L/100&nbsp;km) with the addition of [[Active Fuel Management]] cylinder deactivation. Both the old and new versions get 15-16&nbsp;mpg (15.7&nbsp;L/100&nbsp;km) in town.
;5.7 liter gasoline V8:
* Horsepower= {{Convert|200|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} @4000 rpm
* Torque= {{Auto ft.lbf|310|0}} @2400 rpm


The 2007 Tahoe was featured on, and promoted through [[Donald Trump]]'s ''[[The Apprentice 5|The Apprentice]]'', where the two teams put together a show for the top General Motors employees to learn about the new Tahoe. Also, ''The Apprentice'' sponsored an online contest where entrants could create their own commercial for the new Tahoe. The vehicle will still continue to have a maximum capacity of 9 passengers.
;[[Detroit_Diesel_V8_engine#6.2L|6.2 liter Detroit Diesel compact V8]] (1982-1993<ref name=dieselpowermag>[http://www.dieselpowermag.com/tech/chevy/0554dp_62l_buildup/index.html Diesel Power Mag: 6.2L Buildup]</ref>)
{| class=wikitable
* Horsepower= {{Convert|143|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} @ 3,600 rpm
!Year
* Torque=257 ft·lbf (348 N·m) @ 2,000 rpm
!Displacement
!Engine
!Power
!Torque
!Notes
|-
|2007–||4.8&nbsp;L||[[GM Vortec engine#LY2|Vortec 4800]] [[V8]]||295&nbsp;hp (220&nbsp;kW)||305&nbsp;lb·ft (414&nbsp;N·m)||does not feature active fuel management
|-
|2007–||5.3&nbsp;L||[[GM Vortec engine#LY5|Vortec 5300]] [[V8]]||320&nbsp;hp (239&nbsp;kW)||340&nbsp;lb·ft (461&nbsp;N·m)||standard on 2WD models
|-
|2007–||5.3&nbsp;L||[[GM Vortec engine#LMG|Vortec 5300]] [[V8]]||320&nbsp;hp (239&nbsp;kW)||340&nbsp;lb·ft (461&nbsp;N·m)||FlexFuel; standard on 4WD models
|-
|2007–||6.2&nbsp;L||[[GM Vortec engine#6200|Vortec 6200]] [[V8]]||380(Denali)/395(09- Tahoe)&nbsp;hp (283/295&nbsp;kW)||417&nbsp;lb·ft (565&nbsp;N·m)||Yukon Denali and 2009- Tahoe LTZ only; does not feature active fuel management.
|}


==GMC Yukon Denali==
;[[Detroit_Diesel_V8_engine#6.5L|6.5 liter Detroit Diesel compact V8]] (1994-2001<ref name=dieselpowermag/>)
{{see|GMC Denali}}
* Horsepower=  
* Torque=


The [[GMC Denali]] nameplate started as the luxury version of the Yukon for the 1998 model year. The Denali trim is as in the [[GMC Envoy]] available on both standard and XL versions.
;7.4 liter gasoline [[V8]]:
* Horsepower= {{Convert|230|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} @4000 rpm
* Torque= {{Auto ft.lbf|385|0}} @2400 rpm


===1999===
The 1995 [[Chevrolet G20]] Beauville Sportvan  passenger van came standard with the 4.3 liter V6 with a 9.1 [[compression ratio]], overhead valves, and 2 valve per cylinder configuration.<ref>[http://www.automallusa.net/1995/chevrolet/g20/reviews.html Auto Mall USA: 1995 Chevrolet G20 Reviews]</ref> Although the G20 could also have the 5.7 liter V8, it could not have the 7.4 liter V8. The 7.4 liter V8 is exclusive to the G30. The transmission choices were a 4 speed [[Automatic transmission|automatic]] or a five speed manual. Chevrolet also offered, in 1995, a pair of 6.5 liter [[naturally aspirated]] diesels.
[[Image:1st-GMC-Yukon-Denali.jpg|200px|thumb|right|GMT400 GMC Yukon Denali]]In 1998, at the time of its introduction, the Yukon Denali was GM's answer to the [[Lincoln Navigator]], but then GM introduced a clone to the Yukon Denali and rebadged it "Escalade" under the Cadillac nameplate. The Yukon Denali's exterior was shared with the [[Cadillac Escalade]], with the entire front clip and lower side body panels differing from the standard Yukon. In the interior, however, the Denali features luxury options not available in the Yukon. These included an upgraded leather interior, power seats, heated seats front and rear, Bose stereo system, and some woodgrain on the dashboard.


===2001===
===Recalls===
[[Image:GMC Yukon Denali GMT800.jpg|thumb|right|200px|GMT800 GMC Yukon Denali]]Even though the Yukon was redesigned alongside the [[Chevrolet Suburban]] and Tahoe in 2000, the Denali and [[Cadillac Escalade|Escalade]] retained their 1990s base design. It was not until 2001 that the Denali and Escalade were redesigned. While the [[Cadillac Escalade|Escalade]] departed from its Yukon based exterior design scheme in attempt to hide its roots, the Yukon Denali's exterior is almost the same as that of a post-2000 GMT400 model year Yukon. Embossed side body panels and slightly reworked headlights with projector-beam lenses differentiate the Yukon Denali from the regular Yukon. 2001 also saw the introduction of the billet grille which now has become the hallmark of the Denali nameplate.
*[[November 21]], [[1994]]
**The supplemental inflatable Restraint Caution label and an Engine start label were installed on the same side of the Driver's visor.  This is not in accordance with FMVS NO. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
***The consequence of this was that the driver may fail to notice and follow the warning labels.
****185 Units affected
*[[October 17]], [[1995]]
**The sliding side-door rear latch that was improperly riveted. It is not in accordance with FMVS NO. 206, "Door Locks and Door retention components."
***If the vehicle is involved in a crash the door will not perform as required by the standard.
****936 Affected units
*[[May 19]], [[1999]]
**Chevrolet and GMC G Vans with sliding side doors that were remedied between [[July 18]], [[1997]] and [[February 6]], [[1999]] were installed with a latch that was improperly riveted.
***If involved in a crash, the door will not perform up to the standards.
****282 Units affected
*[[July 19]], [[1999]]
**This was a safety improvement campaign, not a true recall, dealing with certain light duty Pickup trucks, SUVs, or Vans equipped with 3-sensor Antilock Braking system EBC4 Units.
***On certain surfaces the affected vehicles may experience extended stopping distances when abs is engaged, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
****2400000 affected vehicles, not all G20s.


===2007===
===Additional information===
[[Image:2007-Yukon-Denali.jpg|thumb|right|200px|GMT900 GMC Yukon Denali]]The Yukon Denali was redesigned for the 2007 model year alongside the regular mainstream Yukon. The biggest change was in the styling, such as the flattened tailgate reminiscent of the new Tahoe, and particularly the grill and headlight shapes, which made the Yukon look less aggressive than previous models. The only exterior difference between the Yukon Denali and the standard Yukon remains to be the chrome grille; and of course the insignias, embeveled rockerpanels, chromed headlights and the Vortec 6200 engine which it shares with the [[Cadillac Escalade]].
The [[National Highway Traffic Safety Administration|NHTSA]] states on their web site, [http://www.safercar.gov/NCAP/Cars/426.html], the safety rating for frontal crash impact to be three stars for both driver and passenger.  In this case that means a high likelihood of thigh injury, therefore this is considered a safety concern.


==Hybrid vehicle==
The pronunciation of the Beauville is highly disputed, the majority believe it to be pronounced as Boo-Ville. Even so, it's French namesake is pronounced closer to Bo-Viye, and the [[the Beauvilles|music band of the same name]] pronounces it Bo-Vil.
Tahoe made its hybrid electric debut in fall, 2007.<ref>[http://www.statesman.com/wireless/content/life/stories/cars/09/29/0929tahoe.html "Full-size hybrids? GM's got 'em"] from Statesman.com</ref> In January, 2008, starting price was [[United States dollar|USD]]$50,540.<ref>[http://www.gm.com/shop/vehicle.jsp?year=2008&pvc=11650&pvc=11651 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid] from GM.com</ref>
[[Image:Boo1.jpg|250px|thumb|right|Chevrolet Beauville]]
The production of the G series, and the Beauville, stopped in 1995; the replacement van is the Chevrolet Express Van.


The Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid uses a combination of its 6.0-liter V8 engine and an electric motor which charges a 300-volt battery. The vehicle can run on either gasoline, electricity or a mixture of the two using an automatic system to monitor the vehicle's torque and assess the most efficient source of power. The battery is charged either directly by generating electricity through driving the electric motor using the gasoline engine (while the vehicle is coasting or being driven by the gasoline engine), or by the wheels driving the electric motor through what is called "[[Regenerative braking|Regenerative Braking]]" when the vehicle is decelerating, thus regaining a small amount of the energy invested in forward momentum. The Tahoe works most efficiently at low speeds when it can run entirely on the battery (for a limited range) making fuel consumption so efficient that it rivals mid-sized sedans like the Toyota Camry. EPA rating of fuel consumption for the Hybrid is an average of 22.3mpg as opposed to 14mpg for the gasoline varieties of the Tahoe.
==Notes==
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==''The Apprentice'' make-your-own-ad contest==
==External links==
The 2007 Tahoe was featured on and promoted through Donald Trump's TV series, ''[[The Apprentice (U.S. TV series)|The Apprentice]]'', where the two teams put together a show for the top General Motors employees to learn about the new Tahoe. Also, The Apprentice sponsored an online contest in which anyone could create a commercial for the new Tahoe by entering text captions into the provided video clips; the winner's ad would air on national television. This viral marketing campaign backfired however, when hundreds of environmentally conscious parodies flooded YouTube and Chevy's website critiquing the vehicle for its low gas mileage. Though Chevrolet initially made a statement saying they would keep these adds on their site the company eventually took them off. The negative publicity that these commercials garnered eventually led many marketing and p.r. firms to question the effectiveness of user generated advertising.
*[http://www.carsandstripes.com/chevy.asp  1955 Beauville Information]
 
*[http://www.theclassicchevrolet.com/1956_chevrolet.htm  1956 Chevrolet Beauville Information regarding Sales, Engines, and prices]
==The Tahoe in foreign countries==
*[http://www.theclassicchevrolet.com/1957_chevrolet.htm  1957 Chevrolet Beauville Information regarding Sales, Engines, and prices]
In [[Brazil]] the Tahoe GMT800 is officially sold and registered under the name of "Blazer", as the original Blazer's were never sold in Brazil in large amounts. The GMT800 is also used by Brazilian elite police units, such as the BOPE (Batalhão de Operações Policiais Especiais) in [[Rio de Janeiro]] and the ROTA (Rondas Ostensivas Tobias de Aguiar) and GATE (Grupo de Ações Taticas Especiais) in [[São Paulo]]. It is also used by the São Paulo State Police and the [[Rio Grande do Sul]] State Police.
*[http://www.oldride.com/library/1957_chevrolet_bel_air.html  1957 Chevrolet Beauville sales and engine information]
*[http://www.carsandstripes.com/chevrolet-1957.asp  1957 Beauville information]
*[http://www.automotive.com/1994/12/chevrolet/g20/reviews/index.html  1994 Beauville Information]
*[http://www.automallusa.net/1995/chevrolet/g20/reviews.html  1995 Sportvan and GMC Rally Wagon Information]
*[http://www.safercar.gov/NCAP/Cars/426.html  1995 Chevrolet Beauville Van safety ratings]


==Yearly American sales==
{{Early Chevrolet Trucks}}
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Calendar Year
! Total American Tahoe sales
|-
| 2001<ref>http://media.gm.com/news/sales/030103_decsales.html</ref>
| 202,319
|-
| 2002
| 209,767
|-
| 2003
| 199,065
|-
| 2004<ref>http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2006/01/05/205609.html</ref>
| 186,161
|-
| 2005
| 152,305
|-
| 2006<ref>http://media.gm.com/servlet/GatewayServlet?target=http://image.emerald.gm.com/gmnews/viewmonthlyreleasedetail.do?domain=6&docid=31596</ref>
| 161,491
|-
| 2007
| 146,256
|-
| 2008<ref>http://media.gm.com/servlet/GatewayServlet?target=http://image.emerald.gm.com/gmnews/viewpressreldetail.do?domain=2&docid=51161</ref>
| 91,578
|}
 
==External links==
*[http://www.chevrolet.com/tahoe/ Chevrolet - Tahoe]
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Chevrolet Beauville
GMC Vandura Rally
ManufacturerGeneral Motors
Also calledGMC Rally
Production1970-1996
AssemblyLordstown, Ohio

Wentzville, Missouri

Toronto, Ontario, Canada
SuccessorChevrolet Express/GMC Savana
ClassFull-size van
Body style(s)3-door van
LayoutFR layout
Engine(s)4.3L V6
5.7L V8
7.4L V8
6.5L Diesel V8
Transmission(s)3-speed automatic
4-speed automatic
4-speed manual
WheelbaseSWB: 110.0 in (2794 mm)
LWB: 125.0 in (3175 mm)
3500 LWB: 146.0 in (3708 mm)
Length1994-96 LWB: 204.1 in (5184 mm)
Rally 3500 LWB: 225.1 in (5718 mm)
SWB: 178.2 in (4526 mm)
1991-93 LWB: 202.2 in (5136 mm)
1991-93 3500HD: 202.6 in (5146 mm)
3500 LWB: 223.2 in (5669 mm)
Beauville 3500 LWB: 225.0 in (5715 mm)
Width79.5 in (2019 mm)
Height3500 SWB: 81.8 in (2078 mm)
3500 LWB: 82.3 in (2090 mm)
3500HD: 81.9 in (2080 mm)
2500: 79.1 in (2009 mm)
SWB: 79.4 in (2017 mm)
Pre-1990 G1500 Extended: 79.2 in (2012 mm)
Pre-1990 G2500: 79.5 in (2019 mm)
Curb weight6,600 lb (3,000 kg)
RelatedChevrolet Van
ManualsService Manual

The Chevrolet Beauville or GMC Rally was originally a station wagon option for the 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. The name was later resurrected as a full-size van option for the Chevrolet Van in 1970.

1955-1957 Bel Air Station Wagon

1955 Chevrolet Beauville

In 1955 Chevrolet introduced the 4 door Beauville Wagon as an option for the Bel Air line. The Beauville wagon came standard with a 6 cylinder engine or a V8 mated to a manual transmission.

Type of Beauville Number made Standard price
1955 4 door Bel Air Beauville Wagon 24,313 6 cylinder= $2,262 V8= $2,361

[1]

1956 Chevrolet Beauville

In 1956 the Beauville became a wagon option for the Chevrolet 210 as well.

Type of Beauville Number made Standard Price Seating capacity
1956 4 door 210 Beauville Wagon 17,988 6 cylinder= $2,348 V8= $2447 9 passengers
1956 4 door Bel Air Beauville Wagon 13,279 6 cylinder= $2,482 V8= $2581 9 passengers

[2]

Engines

Chevrolet Station wagons offered a wide variety of engines rated from the 140 hp (104 kW) 6 cylinder to the 225 hp (168 kW) V8.

One base engine Chevrolet offered in 1956 was a 235.5 cubic inch 6 cylinder engine with a cast iron block and a compression ratio of 8.0:1. It was carbureted, with a Rochester single barrel carburetor with a peak brake Horsepower of 140 achieved at 4200 RPM. Another base engine offered by chevrolet in 1956 was a 265 cubic inch V8 with a 2 barrel carburetor with peak brake horsepower of 162 at 4400 rpm.

In 1956 two other 265 cubic inch V8s were offered but both had a 9.25:1 compression ratio, 4 barrel carburetors, and a dual exhaust. The Turbo-Fire 225 engine was equipped with 2 Carter 4 barrel carburetors and produced Template:Convert/225 at 5200 rpm while the Turbo-Fire 205 engine had a single 4 barrel carburetor with a peak 205 hp (153 kW) at 4600 rpm.

1957 Chevrolet Beauville

In 1957 the Beauville station wagon was not offered in the Bel Air line, only in the 210.

Type of Beauville Number sold Standard Price Seating capacity
1957 4 door 210 Beauville wagon 21,803 6 cylinder= $2,563 V8= $2663 9 passengers

[3] [4]

In 1957 the engines offered by Chevrolet in the 210 Beauville were a 235.5 cubic inch 6 cylinder with 140 hp (104 kW), a 265 cubic inch V8 with 162 hp (121 kW), and a number of 283 cubic inch V8s, the most powerful being the super turbo-fire 283 reached 283 hp (211 kW). The super turbo-fire 283 was a fuel injected engine that was a $550 option back in 1957. [5] [6]

Full Size Chevy Van 1970-1995

Chevrolet Beauville

The Chevrolet G series Sportvan Beauville was a full size van option produced by Chevrolet between 1970 and 1995.

Since its conception in the tail end of the 1960s, the G series has seen very little change. The majority of those changes have been internal.

Van engines

4.3 liter gasoline V6
  • Horsepower= 165 hp (123 kW) @4000 rpm
  • Torque=235 lb·ft (319 N·m) @2400 rpm
5.7 liter gasoline V8
  • Horsepower= 200 hp (149 kW) @4000 rpm
  • Torque= 310 lb·ft (420 N·m) @2400 rpm
6.2 liter Detroit Diesel compact V8 (1982-1993[1])
  • Horsepower= 143 hp (107 kW) @ 3,600 rpm
  • Torque=257 ft·lbf (348 N·m) @ 2,000 rpm
6.5 liter Detroit Diesel compact V8 (1994-2001[1])
  • Horsepower=
  • Torque=
7.4 liter gasoline V8
  • Horsepower= 230 hp (172 kW) @4000 rpm
  • Torque= 385 lb·ft (522 N·m) @2400 rpm

The 1995 Chevrolet G20 Beauville Sportvan passenger van came standard with the 4.3 liter V6 with a 9.1 compression ratio, overhead valves, and 2 valve per cylinder configuration.[2] Although the G20 could also have the 5.7 liter V8, it could not have the 7.4 liter V8. The 7.4 liter V8 is exclusive to the G30. The transmission choices were a 4 speed automatic or a five speed manual. Chevrolet also offered, in 1995, a pair of 6.5 liter naturally aspirated diesels.

Recalls

  • November 21, 1994
    • The supplemental inflatable Restraint Caution label and an Engine start label were installed on the same side of the Driver's visor. This is not in accordance with FMVS NO. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
      • The consequence of this was that the driver may fail to notice and follow the warning labels.
        • 185 Units affected
  • October 17, 1995
    • The sliding side-door rear latch that was improperly riveted. It is not in accordance with FMVS NO. 206, "Door Locks and Door retention components."
      • If the vehicle is involved in a crash the door will not perform as required by the standard.
        • 936 Affected units
  • May 19, 1999
    • Chevrolet and GMC G Vans with sliding side doors that were remedied between July 18, 1997 and February 6, 1999 were installed with a latch that was improperly riveted.
      • If involved in a crash, the door will not perform up to the standards.
        • 282 Units affected
  • July 19, 1999
    • This was a safety improvement campaign, not a true recall, dealing with certain light duty Pickup trucks, SUVs, or Vans equipped with 3-sensor Antilock Braking system EBC4 Units.
      • On certain surfaces the affected vehicles may experience extended stopping distances when abs is engaged, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
        • 2400000 affected vehicles, not all G20s.

Additional information

The NHTSA states on their web site, [7], the safety rating for frontal crash impact to be three stars for both driver and passenger. In this case that means a high likelihood of thigh injury, therefore this is considered a safety concern.

The pronunciation of the Beauville is highly disputed, the majority believe it to be pronounced as Boo-Ville. Even so, it's French namesake is pronounced closer to Bo-Viye, and the music band of the same name pronounces it Bo-Vil.

Chevrolet Beauville

The production of the G series, and the Beauville, stopped in 1995; the replacement van is the Chevrolet Express Van.

Notes

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Diesel Power Mag: 6.2L Buildup
  2. ↑ Auto Mall USA: 1995 Chevrolet G20 Reviews

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