The rationale behind the Chevrolet Tahoe is based on the Goldilocks syndrome, with trucks taking the place of bowls of porridge. There are some buyers for whom the Blazer is too small and the monstrous Suburban is too large. For them, the Tahoe will be just right. Unlike a good story, the Tahoe saga has no suspense. If you want a 4-door vehicle of this type and size, you buy a Tahoe, or its twin from GMC, the Yukon. No other manufacturer offers a similar machine at the moment, though Ford will be joining the battle later this year with its new Expedition, a 4-door replacement for the Bronco. The closest competitor is the Chevy/GMC Suburban, which is, in all respects save length and seating capacity, identical, although it could be argued that the Toyota Land Cruiser nibbles at the fringes of this size/price class. Smaller truck/wagons abound, from the aforementioned Chevy Blazer/GMC Jimmy to Jeep Grand Cherokee and Ford Explorer to Range- and Land Rovers to a host of alternatives from Japan. All are a little easier to handle in urban situations and slightly more economical to operate, but none offer Texas-sized interiors or the ruggedness and trailer-pulling capacity of a fullsize truck platform underneath. First introduced in 1969 as a K-Blazer (not to be confused with the smaller Blazer/Jimmy), Tahoe got its current name last year. It has come a long way from its early pickup-truck-with-plastic-roof beginnings, evolving into a unique and versatile people-carrier. Tahoe is a rugged beast, a go-almost-anywhere, do-almost-anything sport-utility vehicle. With last year's interior refinements and an added model, plus this year's powerplant upgrade and new drivetrain variants, Tahoe would be a standout even if it had direct competitors.
Chevrolet
Tahoe
1997
1997 Chevrolet Tahoe
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Overview
Specs & Features
Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
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Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
5.7L V-8 / 255 HP / 330 ft.lbs.
Transmission
4-spd auto w/OD
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
15 / 19 / 17 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5 / 3 / 6
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | 5.7L V-8 / 255 HP / 330 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | Rear-wheel |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | 15 / 19 / 17 Mpg |
Brakes | Front Disc/rear Drum |
Front Suspension | |
Rear Suspension | |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size Steel / Full-size |
Fuel Tank | 30.0 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Regular Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $115 |
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume | 99.4 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | |
Exterior Length | 188.0 " |
Exterior Width | 77.4 " |
Exterior Height | 71.1 " |
Front Headroom | 39.9 " |
Rear Headroom | 37.8 " |
Front Legroom | 41.7 " |
Rear Legroom | 36.4 " |
Front Shoulder Room | 65.4 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 66.0 " |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | |
Wheel Base | 112 " |
Turning Radius | 19.0 ' |
Exterior Features
Door Count | 2 Doors |
Wheels | 15.0 " Painted Styled Steel |
Paint | Monotone |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Manual / Dual Manual Convex Spotter / Dual Power Remote |
Bumpers | Front Chrome With Chrome Insert / Front Chrome With Chrome Insert, 2 Front Tow Hook(s) / Front Black With Chrome Insert |
Grille Moldings | Colored / Chrome |
Rear Spoiler | |
Exhaust | Stainless Steel |
Interior Features
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating |
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Overall Side Crash Safety Rating |
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Rollover Crash Safety Rating |
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Front Impact Airbags | Driver And Passenger |
Driver Side Impact Airbags | |
Knee Airbag | |
Passenger Side Impact Airbag | |
Rear Side Airbag | |
Seatbelt Pretensioners | |
Anti-Lock Brakes | 4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs) |
Forward Collision Warning | |
Blind Spot Sensor | |
Lane Departure Warning | |
Autonomous Cruise Control | |
Pedestrian Detection | |
Driver Attention Alert | |
Daytime Running Lights | |
Auto High Beams | |
Adaptive Headlights | |
Parking Sensors | |
Security Systems | |
Panic Alarm | |
Ignition Disable |
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles | 36 Months / 36,000 Miles |
Major Components Months | 36 Months / 36,000 Miles |
Included Maintenance Months | |
Roadside Assistance Months | 36 Months / 36,000 Miles |
Corrosion Perforation | 72 Months / 100,000 Miles |
Accessories Months | 96 Months / 80,000 Miles |
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