Name: 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe
Brand: Chevrolet

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Road Test

The freshened Tahoe—and its twin the GMC Yukon—is an extremely functional three-row SUV that offers comfort, quietness, and great towing capacity. It gained refinement through ditching the old solid-axle rear suspension and moving to an independent rear suspension, as commonly found on cars and crossovers. This upgrade pays dividends in ride, handling, and interior room.

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Safety

CR Safety Verdict: Basic

3 / 5

Meets Federal Safety Requirements.
Doesn't meet all CR Core Safety Requirements.
Long stopping distances

Low emergency handling capability

Long stopping distances

Low emergency handling capability
Doesn't meet all CR Advanced Safety Requirements.
Didn't earn Good or Acceptable rating, or untested, in IIHS moderate overlap front crash test

Didn't earn Good or Acceptable rating, or untested, in IIHS moderate overlap front crash test

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AEB-P

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AEB-H

Standard

BSW

Standard

RCTW

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Safety

CR Safety Verdict: Basic

3 / 5

Meets Federal Safety Requirements.
Doesn't meet all CR Core Safety Requirements.
Long stopping distances

Low emergency handling capability

Long stopping distances

Low emergency handling capability
Doesn't meet all CR Advanced Safety Requirements.
Didn't earn Good or Acceptable rating, or untested, in IIHS moderate overlap front crash test

Didn't earn Good or Acceptable rating, or untested, in IIHS moderate overlap front crash test

Critical Active Safety Features

AEB-P

Standard

AEB-H

Standard

BSW

Standard

RCTW

Standard

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Safety

CR Safety Verdict: Basic

3 / 5

Meets Federal Safety Requirements.
Doesn't meet all CR Core Safety Requirements.
Long stopping distances

Low emergency handling capability

Long stopping distances

Low emergency handling capability
Doesn't meet all CR Advanced Safety Requirements.
Didn't earn Good or Acceptable rating, or untested, in IIHS moderate overlap front crash test

Didn't earn Good or Acceptable rating, or untested, in IIHS moderate overlap front crash test

Critical Active Safety Features

AEB-P

Standard

AEB-H

Standard

BSW

Standard

RCTW

Standard

Learn More in CR Safety Guide

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Large SUVs Ratings

2026 Chevrolet Tahoe

$54,500 - $83,700

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2026 Chevrolet Suburban

$63,700 - $86,700

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2025 Ford Expedition

$57,400 - $87,000

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2026 GMC Yukon

$69,600 - $103,900

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2026 GMC Yukon XL

$72,600 - $106,900

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2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer

$62,145 - $95,795

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2025 Jeep Wagoneer

$59,945 - $76,945

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2026 Nissan Armada

$58,840 - $80,550

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2026 Toyota Sequoia

$64,825 - $85,235

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Features & Specs

4-door SUV

2 front, 3 rear, 3 third

4WD, Rear

3-liter 6 turbodiesel (305 hp)
5.3-liter V8 (355 hp)
6.2-liter V8 (420 hp)

10-speed automatic

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Basic NA
Drivetrain NA
Corrosion NA
Roadside Aid NA
Maintenance NA

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Model History

2021-Present

Current Generation

The new for 2021 Tahoe enters the modern era with an independent rear suspension that improved ride comfort, handling and third-row room. This is a massive vehicle that’s very functional, comfortable and high-tech. The standard 5.3-liter V8 is mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission and together the powertrain supplies plenty of predictable uninterrupted power. The ride is comfortable but steadier in the Premier trim. Handling is rather ponderous but secure. The enormous cabin is eerily quiet. Controls are mostly straightforward to use except for the tricky gear selector which was replaced with a more traditional style shifter for 2025. It's a big step to get into the Tahoe and the tall hood cuts forward visibility. Forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection are standard. Updates for 2022 include standard lane keeping assistance and lane departure warning. The 2025 Tahoe received a refresh. Among significant changes introduced were a revised interior with a larger 17.7-inch infotainment screen, a more powerful diesel engine, and a new front fascia. 2025 models also gain standard automatic emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection that functions at highway speeds, standard adaptive cruise control, and automatic high beams. The latest version of GM's Super Cruise hands-free driving system and features to aid with trailer towing are also available.

2015-2020

2015 Redesign Year

The 2015 redesign brought a sumptuous and quiet interior, power folding second- and third row seats, and optional advanced safety features like forward-collision and lane-departure warnings. Beyond that, it's pretty much your tried-and-true Tahoe, with a 5.3-liter V8 and a six-speed automatic transmission. If your budget permits, the LTZ's Magnetic Ride Control package significantly improves the Tahoe's emergency handling, as well as ride quality. The LTZ also brings blind spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert. If you plan to frequently tow a big trailer, get the Max Trailering Package with its built-in trailer brake controller and 3.42 rear-axle ratio. We found it makes a minimal difference in fuel economy. Changes for 2016 included optional Apple CarPlay capability, a head-up display, and lane-keeping assist.

2007-2014

2007 Redesign Year

The 2007 redesign brought a better ride and steering, along with an improved interior. The powertrain remains strong, though unrefined. The third-row seats lack thigh support and don't fold into the floor, eating up cargo room. Handling is cumbersome, stopping distances are long, and fuel economy -- though improved over earlier models -- is poor. However, the highway ride is comfortable and the first two rows of seats are spacious. Curtain airbags are standard, as is a six-speed automatic transmission.

2000-2006

2000 Redesign Year

This full-sized SUV offers impressive towing and an absorbent low-speed ride. However, it offers little cargo space behind the raised third row and the ride deteriorates on the highway. Fit and finish are unimpressive and the third-row seat is very tight. Handling is imprecise, steering is vague, and the brakes are so-so. However, on the plus side, 4WD models have a full-time system that can remain engaged indefinitely and electronic stability control (ESC) was made standard for 2002.