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A high point in the sport utility market is the Chevrolet Tahoe. In 2008 Chevrolet released an upgraded version of the Tahoe with four versions: Hybrid, LS, LT, and LTZ. Sales for the Tahoe, especially the Tahoe LS, were brisk during 2008 and 2009. The improved reliability and the sporty styling were responsible for the sales boost.

Chevrolet Tahoe Engine Specs

Standard equipment in the Tahoe for 2007 and 2008 includes the 4.8 liter engine by General Motors, weighing in at 8 cylinders and sixteen valves. A 4-speed Automatic Transmission puts the power of the Vortec engine to the pavement. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Sport Utility arena.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Tahoe comes equipped with power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The truck uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.

The 2008 Tahoe’s exceptional fuel system runs on gas. The fuel is regulated electronically, with a fuel-injected multi-port fuel injection style of design. The fuel capacity of the truck is 26.00 gallons.

Vehicle Statistics

The dimensions of the Tahoe LS are 79.00 inches wide by 202.00 inches long. It sits 76.90 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 standard warranty period for the Tahoe is 36 months, or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. There is also a warranty on the powertrain for 60 months or 100,000 miles respectively. This is standard in the sport utility market.

The listed retail price in 2008 (MSRP) was $34,630, with a dealer invoice cost of $31,686. This price is on target the industry average price for a four-door Sport Utility.

MPG Ratings

The Tahoe LS received a miles-per-gallon rating of 15 - 16 in-city driving and 20 - 21 when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid truck, this was exceptional.

The vehicle is available in Black, Blue Granite Metallic, Deep Ruby Metallic, Dark Blue Metallic, Gold Mist Metallic, Graystone Metallic, Silver Birch Metallic, Summit White, and White Diamond.

What We Think of the Chevrolet Tahoe

The 2008 model year was telling year for the Chevrolet Tahoe. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the LS version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.

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