Not Your Father’s Tahoe - The 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe Base
A high point in the sport utility market is the Chevrolet Tahoe. In 2001 Chevrolet released an upgraded version of the Tahoe with three versions: Base, LS, and LT. Sales for the Tahoe, especially the Tahoe Base, were brisk during 2001 and 2002. The improved reliability and the sporty styling were responsible for the sales boost.
Chevrolet Tahoe Engine Specs
Chevrolet Tahoe Engine Specs: The Tahoe Base comes outfitted with a Vortec 4.8 liter, 8-cylinder motor that uses 16 valves. The engine, manufactured by General Motors, is mated to a four-speed transmission by General Motors. This arrangement has demonstrated to be an effective style for Chevrolet.
The fuel system for the 2001 Tahoe is a SFI design, using gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is controlled by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The fuel capacity of the fuel tank is 26.00 gallons.
The Tahoe uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering gear-style configuration. The truck uses torsion bar and coil springs front and rear respectively.
Vehicle Statistics
The dimensions of the Tahoe Base are 78.90 inches wide by 198.90 inches long. It sits 74.20 inches off the ground. It seats a standard six passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 116.00 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
The listed retail price in 2001 (MSRP) was $24,941, with a dealer invoice cost of $21,823. This price is on target the industry average price for a four-door Sport Utility.
There is a 36,000 mile, 36 month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 36,000/36 miles/months. This is normal for this price range.
Fuel Efficiency
The Tahoe Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of fourteen in-city driving and eighteen when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid truck, this was exceptional.
What We Think of the Chevrolet Tahoe
The 2001 model year was telling year for the Chevrolet Tahoe. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.
I loved mine.