Our Review of the 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe Base
One of the staples of the Sport Utility segment is the Chevrolet Tahoe. In the previous model year released a brand new version of the Tahoe with three versions: Base, LS, and LT. Sales for the Tahoe, especially the Tahoe Base, were brisk during 1999 and 2000. The improved vehicle quality and the classic styling were responsible for the sales boost.
Chevrolet Tahoe Engine Specs
The Tahoe Base is equipped with a General Motors 5.7 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The Vortec engine is mated to a General Motors 4-speed Transmission. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Sport Utility arena.
The fuel system for the 1999 Tahoe is a Central SFI design, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is regulated by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The storage capacity of the fuel tank is 30.00 gallons.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering gear-style configuration. The Tahoe has power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. The truck uses coil front springs and leaf in the rear.
Vehicle Statistics
The Tahoe is 199.60 inches long, 76.80 inches wide, and 70.30 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 117.50 inches. It is able to seat 6 comfortably.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $29,920 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $26,180. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Sport Utility.
The standard warranty period for the Tahoe is 36 months, or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. The warranty also includes a warranty on the drivetrain for 36 months or 36,000 miles respectively. This is standard in the sport utility market. Extended warranties are also available through the dealer.
Fuel Efficiency
The 1999 Tahoe gets 18 miles/gallon on the highway and only 14 in the city. This is exceptional for a sport utility truck.
We Think…
There are several reasons why the Chevrolet Tahoe Base sold well in 1999. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Chevrolet, specifically a Tahoe.
Good article. At first I felt like I needed to refute your review of the Chevrolet Tahoe, but after further reflection I can see your point of view. Perhaps my personal Tahoe Base is an abberation. What is everyone else’s experiences?