Truck of the Year for 2006: The Chevrolet Tahoe
Frequently you will find that buyers of the Chevrolet Tahoe are very excited about their new truck. The Tahoe has held a place among the top of the Tahoe line of truck for a long time. It is an important automobile, and the 2006 model is no different in that respect. The Chevrolet Tahoe comes under the heading of sport utility models that are suitable for families.
Performance
The Tahoe LT 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 configuration has proven to be a successful design for Chevrolet.
The 2006 Tahoe’s traditional fuel system runs on flex. The fuel is regulated electronically, with a fuel-injected multi-port fuel injection (MFI) style of design. The fuel tank holds 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.
Tahoe LT Statistics
The Tahoe is 198.80 inches long, 78.80 inches wide, and 74.80 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 116.00 inches. It is able to seat 6 comfortably.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $35,815 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $31,696. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sport Utility.
A powertrain warranty is provided (36,000 miles/36 months), and a 36,000 mile, 36 month guarantee also comes with the Chevrolet Tahoe.
Fuel Efficiency
The 2006 Tahoe gets 20 miles/gallon on the highway and only 15 - 16 in the city. This is exceptional for a sport utility truck.
Conclusion
The 2006 model year was unsuccessful for the Chevrolet Tahoe. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the LT version) meant that buyers had several options to choose from..
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