The 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Is the Latest and Greatest Model in the Tahoe Line
Sometimes a vehicle gets a redesign and it’s just window dressing. That’s not the case with the new 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe. While it’s been redesigned visually, there’s a lot more to like about it. The Tahoe has been the pinnacle of the Chevrolet crossover and SUV lineup for many years. The newest version is very impressive to say the least. The Tahoe has done everything it can to fix up some of the rough edges that it has had in the past. The new version of the Tahoe is classier and more sophisticated than it was in the past. It also has added interior room without making the vehicle itself that much larger. It’s already large enough! People interested in the Tahoe should learn more about it. This article will feature some basic information on some of the best features of the redesigned Tahoe. Perhaps after reading it, a test drive will be needed.
Features of the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe
The Tahoe comes standards with a 355 horsepower V8 engine. If that’s not for you, there’s a 420 horsepower V8 or a turbodiesel 6 cylinder option instead. While rear wheel drive is standard in some lower trim levels, all wheel drive is available and becomes standard in some trim.
The most impressive new feature of the 2021 redesign is the rear suspension. It’s now an independent rear suspension system that makes the ride more comfortable and responsive. The independent suspension also provides more room inside. This makes the third row of seats surprisingly comfortable, unlike so many other third rows out there today.
The Tahoe isn’t particularly fuel efficient, but it does feature cylinder deactivation. This means that when the vehicle is at cruising speed, then it’s going to deactivate four of the eight cylinders in the engine, allowing it to just cruise along comfortably on the highway.
Chevrolet Tahoe Direct Competitors
The Tahoe is a full size SUV that has a large amount of luxury. It doesn’t quite reach the levels of the hyper luxury SUVs like it’s cousin the Cadillac Escalade. That being said, there’s plenty of competitors trying to topple the Tahoe. Some of these include:
- Nissan Armada
- Hyundai Palisade
- Toyota Sequoia
- Ford Expedition
- Kia Telluride
A few other competitors have been left off. The GMC Yukon is just the Tahoe with different badging. The Chevrolet Suburban is essentially an extended wheelbase Tahoe, so it’s hard to call it a true competitor instead of merely a family member.
Trim Levels
Like every vehicle, the Tahoe has numerous different trim levels that can offer varying levels of features and options. The Tahoe is no exception. It has 6 different trim levels which range in pricing from around $51,000 up to around $71,000. The trim levels include the LS, LT, RST, Z71, Premier and High Country options.
Which trim level is the best though? For the Tahoe, the mid level trims seem to offer better value than the others. The RST offers a fair bit of excitement and dazzle. The Z71 is designed for people who want to enjoy more excitement in their hands. The Z71 has four wheel drive standard and offers a more outdoorsy and rugged exterior. The Z71 is especially impressive when it also includes the Signature options package. This includes some must-have features like a heated steering wheel, heated second row seats, panoramic sunroof, lane-assist, blind spot monitoring, improved towing and a third row power folding seat. That’s an impressive array of features in one bundle to say the least.
