Impressions of the Chevrolet Tahoe for 2003
Chevrolet has been blessed with many award-winning designs, including the Chevrolet Tahoe of 2003. There are three trim levels to the Tahoe, including LS, LT, and Z71. The LS version is one of the more popular options. Like in 2002 the popular 5.3 liter Vortec has made this a popular choice for sport utility buyers across the country.
Chevrolet Tahoe Engine Specs
The Tahoe LS is equipped with a General Motors 5.3 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 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 Tahoe is 196.90 inches long, 78.90 inches wide, and 76.50 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 116.00 inches. It is able to seat 6 comfortably.
The listed retail price in 2003 (MSRP) was $34,200, with an invoice cost of $29,925. This price is above average of the industry average price for a four-door Sport Utility.
Fuel Efficiency
Fuel is handled for the Tahoe is a SFI design, running on gasoline fuel. The gasoline is managed by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The 26.00-gallon tank provides the fuel storage for longer trips.
The Tahoe LS received a miles-per-gallon rating of fourteen in-city driving and 18 - 19 when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green truck, this was exceptional.
We Think…
There are several reasons why the Chevrolet Tahoe LS sold well in 2003. 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.