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{{Infobox Automobile generation

|image=[[Image:00-06 Chevrolet Tahoe.jpg|250px|GMT800 Chevrolet Tahoe LS]]

|aka=GMC Yukon<br>[[Holden Suburban]] (in [[Australia]] & [[New Zealand]]) Chevrolet Blazer (in [[Brazil]])

|manufacturer=[[General Motors]]

|production=1992–present (Yukon)<br>1995-present (Tahoe)

|predecessor=[[Chevrolet K5 Blazer|Chevrolet K-Blazer/GMC K5 Jimmy]]

|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.

 

|image=[[Image:1st-GMC-Yukon-4door.jpg|250px|GMT400 GMC Yukon 4-door]]

|name=GMT400

|production=1992–1999 Yukon <BR> 1992–1994 Blazer <BR> 1995–1999 Tahoe <BR> 1995–1999 Silverado (Mexico)

|platform=[[GM GMT platform#GMT400|GM GMT400 platform]]

|body_style=2 door SUV <BR> 4 door SUV

|wheelbase=2-door: {{auto in|111.5|0}}<Br>4-door: {{auto in|117.5|0}}

|length= {{convert|188|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} (2 door) <BR> {{convert|199|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} (4 door)

|width= {{convert|77|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}

|height= {{convert|72|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}

|weight= {{convert|4500|lb|abbr=on}} (2 door) <BR> {{convert|5500|lb|abbr=on}} (4 door)

|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]]

[[Image:1st-Chevrolet-Tahoe-4door.jpg|thumb|200px|left|Chevrolet Tahoe 4-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]].

"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 [[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.

 

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.

 

{| class=wikitable

|1996–1998||6.5 ;L||''[[Detroit Diesel V8 engine|Detroit Diesel]]'' V8 ||180 hp (134 kW)|| ||2 door [[Four-wheel drive|4WD]] Tahoe only

|1996–1999||5.7 L||''[[GM Vortec engine#5700|Vortec 5700]]'' V8 ||255 hp (190 kW)||335 ft·lbf ||

|}

{{-}}

==Second generation (GMT800)==

|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

|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}}

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.

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.

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.

 

"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

|2000–2003||5.3&nbsp;L||''[[GM Vortec engine#5300|Vortec 5300]]'' [[V8]]||280-285&nbsp;hp (213&nbsp;kW)||325-330 lb·ft ||

|-

|2004–2006||4.8&nbsp;L||''[[GM Vortec engine#4800|Vortec 4800]]'' [[V8]]||285&nbsp;hp (213&nbsp;kW)|| ||

|-

|2004–2006||5.3&nbsp;L||''[[GM Vortec engine#5300|Vortec 5300]]'' [[V8]]||295&nbsp;hp (220&nbsp;kW)|| ||

==Third generation (GMT900)==

|image=[[Image:07-Chevrolet-Tahoe.jpg|250px|2007 Chevrolet Tahoe]]

|name=GMT900

|production=2007–present

|platform=[[GM GMT platform#GMT900|GMT900]]

|assembly=[[Janesville, Wisconsin]], [[USA]]<br>[[Arlington, Texas]], [[USA]]

|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)

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

Image:GMC-Yukon-Hybrid-DC.jpg|2009 GMC Yukon Hybrid</gallery>

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.

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.

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.

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.

|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.

|}

{{see|GMC Denali}}

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.

===1999===

[[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===

[[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.

===2007===

==Hybrid vehicle==

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>

 

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.

 

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.

 

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.

 

| 2001<ref>http://media.gm.com/news/sales/030103_decsales.html</ref>

| 2004<ref>http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2006/01/05/205609.html</ref>

| 2006<ref>http://media.gm.com/servlet/GatewayServlet?target=http://image.emerald.gm.com/gmnews/viewmonthlyreleasedetail.do?domain=6&docid=31596</ref>

| 2008<ref>http://media.gm.com/servlet/GatewayServlet?target=http://image.emerald.gm.com/gmnews/viewpressreldetail.do?domain=2&docid=51161</ref>

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