Getting 16 Miles a Gallon: The Chevrolet Tahoe for 1998
Consumers who buy a Chevrolet Tahoe are often enthusiastic about their purchase. Since its launch the Tahoe has been one of the workhorses of the Chevrolet brand. This has always been a meaningful truck, and the 1998 model is no different. A sport utility for everyone in the family is what the Chevrolet Tahoe provides.
Chevrolet Tahoe Engine Specs
The restyled Tahoe LT is equipped with a 6.5-liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The engine is mated to a General Motors four-speed transmission. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 1997 version.
The 1998 Tahoe’s exceptional fuel system runs on diesel. The fuel is regulated electronically, with a fuel-injected multi-port fuel injection style of design. The fuel capacity of the truck is 30.00 gallons.
The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. Steering is handled through a power-steering gear-style configuration. The Tahoe uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and leaf in the rear.
Vehicle Statistics
The dimensions of the Tahoe LT are 76.80 inches wide by 199.60 inches long. It sits 75.00 inches off the ground. It seats a standard six passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 117.50 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $31,985 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $27,987. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Sport Utility.
The standard warranty period for the Tahoe is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sport utility market.
Fuel Efficiency
The Tahoe LT received a miles-per-gallon rating of thirteen in-city driving and sixteen when it came to highway driving. Being a diesel-powered non-hybrid truck, this was exceptional.
What We Think of the Chevrolet Tahoe
The 1997 model began the promise of the Chevrolet Tahoe. The 1998 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Chevrolet hopes that the Tahoe LT will continue to be a profitable vehicle.
I loved mine.
Has anyone put any big-time kilometers on this? Just need to know…