Dude, Tommy, you are such a good reviewer. I’ve been watching TFL since the VERY beginning so I naturally watched your progression into a full time host, and man, you’ve grown into this role so incredibly well. Props man.
I love it. The Z71 Tahoe is an awesome SUV and performance (on-ramp and passing, etc.) even with the 5.3L V8 is perfectly fine and sounds nice too. I'm using 91 octane (usually 76 or Chevron) and engine (5.3L V8) is smooth and powerful and gets good gas mileage that way. In a snow storm it performed perfectly well like on rails with Auto 4WD on, didn't slip once. Together with my now second 2021 Tahoe Z71 I've driven a combined total of over 14,000 miles (each 7,000) now (the first one had the Auto-Start which I hated and you could turn it off every time you started it up, but that was a hassle; the second one was manufactured in late June 2021 and doesn't have the Auto-Start anymore so I'm very happy with that, and the second one also has the rear entertainment system and is in the triple white iridescent pearl which for whatever reason is looking much better showing less dirt/dust than the first one we had which was in summit white, ... no clue why, but that's just how it looks). Don't forget, you do want to get the gigantic panorama roof ... it just gives you that open air feeling. Again, it's an awesome SUV.
Tommy we have a 2022 Chevy Tahoe Z71 with 5.3L, 355hp and it’s plenty of enough to have fun with and get around. We love our truck. Best Chevy Tahoe they have made to date. I would like to see a video of the same truck with the 3.0L Duramax Diesel. Great video.
I mean the truck looks great the only qualm I have with it. Is the rear control alarms sag so far down. The lowest point on those control arms is 6 inches that robs you of ground clearance and diminishes its off routing prowess. But looks like its still great at hauling ppl tho
TOMMY! TOMMY! What an awesome review. You packed in so much useful information in just 17 minutes! Unbelievable. You just set the high bar for automotive reviews. Great job.
My 2000 Chevy 4x4 1500 Suburban 5.3 (Roberta) has well over 250,000 miles on it; 1-qt Marvel Mystery Oil, with Castrol High Mileage and Berryman's Fuel System Cleaner a couple times a year and she purrs like a kitten. Perfect kayaking, fishing, biking, hunting, camping and travel companion. Best of all..? Paid for and I can perform most maintenance myself.
The third row is amazing it looks like a people mover. The LSD is nice touch, but GM should have given it a proper rear e-locker. I'd love to see the Z71 head to head against the Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro on a challenging trail. Maybe the razor rocks?
I'd hazard a guess that the warranty claims (and fighting) over people driving on pavement with the rear diff locked up exceeded the performance advantage over the LSD. Anyway, with the traction control systems these days, I'm not sure it's buying you that much when combined with the LSD.
Great video. Thorough, informative and entertaining. I agree, 6.2 L is the way to go. Looks like a very capable people mover, be it a little pricey, but seems to be worth it.
The 6.2 recommends premium fuel for maximum power, but I would like to see you do some 0-60 runs, towing runs, and mileage loops with premium fuel, then do the same with regular fuel and show the difference in performance between the two. I will say that back window will probably never see use by anyone. I had a vehicle that had that feature and I only opened it to clean behind the glass.
im no expert, but I think, at least that the premium fuel recommendation is more for less wear and mantenice on the engine. not as much a power difference. hey i could be wrong tho.
I use mine every time I go shopping or traveling. Before I bought a truck I used the back glass for hauling around flags on poles for certain holidays. When we bought boards over 8ft long, When we traveled and put luggage and bags to the roof you don't open the whole hatch. You open the glass and take out items until you can open the whole hatch without items falling out. Or if you need to drive with a full can and keep the back glass open for ventilation. There are a million times I've had to use the back glass. Had a minivan for a while and the back glass didn't go up. Missed that feature because my last suv had it. Got rid of that p.o.s. dodge minivan. Now I use my glass hatch all the time. Family members and people I know use it all the time.
I love the back window. I have 3-dogs and all three like to sit back there on their dog bed looking out the window. The space for them with the option to keep that window open when we go inside somewhere was honestly what I was looking for in addition to snow safety, power, and comfort. This vehicle is so comfortable and I’m looking forward to driving it in the snow.
I think it would be cool to test this against and older 3 row 4x4, like and older Lexus gx470 and/or an older Ford Excursion. That would be pretty rad.
Great review TFL...While I love that 6.2, I'll keep my 2005 Suburban z71. It's simple by today's standards and the G80 does a great job ...and has been incredibly reliable. (not to mention really comfortable)
It would be a live axle if it were the old set up and that too would have big issues if hit. The bet here is that drivers will crawl slow not run 50-60mph through jagged rocks
I wish some auto manufacturers would integrate the infotainment screens into the dash more. This Tahoe looks like it was an afterthought. I’m sure it’s a nice system, just don’t like how it sticks up out of the dash.
Chevy should of really offered 3.0 Diesel on Z71. They have it on other models, but unfortunately not in Z71. Diesel and off-road is perfect combination
I love this cat, if I could change one thing, it would be that damn push/pull button gear shift. I want the shifter in the classic spot on the steering column.
Seems to be more family-friendly pricing than the new Grand Wagoneer line. I'd love to see a TFL Offroad comparo between this Z71 and a similar spec Grand Wagoneer, if it exists. BTW Tommy, when you air down these fleet demo trucks, what do you use to air back up?
I had a 1999 GMC Yukon 4WD SLT with all of the trimmings available at that time (including 2 leather bench seats) and it came in for a sticker price of just below $37K and a delivered price of $33.5K (yea, you can laugh). I kept mine with no body rot for 20 years and 160,000 miles on my 5.7 v8. (I am sorry that I sold it). I am not sure (based on reviews) that $72K is (a) worth the price of admission, but moreover, I am concerned with (b) reliability (especially with air-suspension). All of the reviews seem to show that the Yukon and Tahoe vehicles, like their truck counterparts cannot live up to my Yukon). What are your thoughts about a V8 body on frame SUV?
An impressive vehicle. Although out of the range of most. Maybe the 6,2 L with Off road package can be purchased in a base model with fewer options. No sale now. But will consider again in 2035-2026 if competition returns to markets and prices are lower.
Great to hear you mention the comparo to the 3.5TT's at altitude. This really matters for those of us who are *WAY* above sea level. The NA engines are down on power (and MPG since you have to get into that power more) in the mountains and you really feel it. Yes you can have a bigger NA engine like the tahoe and make up for it, but the forced induction engines with 10 speeds lose less power and get way better MPG up here. I would take the sequioa 11/10 times over the tahoe because of it, even though it lacks a 4A mode which is also nice to have in the mountains.
Very true, that’s why I’m planning on swapping my Jeep 4.0 for a TDI 2.0. Forced induction and much more torque for wheeling and getting to those locations in the mountains. I70 is pretty rough in the N/A 4.0 😂
@@jordantrujillo293 I remember! I had a '97 TJ with the 4.0 and I would drive from my house at 6500 up to 7500, down to 4200 and then back up. It was such a dog, I bet those high CO passes are way worse! :D
Tommy made that point well. But, I don’t care what nobody says about the 6.2 “losing power” at higher altitudes compared to a turbocharged forced induction V6. That V6 engine is working twice as hard to get up that mountain with the same load and although you may make it up faster with slightly better fuel economy you’re _also_ running much faster to the end of the life of your V6 engine due to all the added stress. I’m good. I’ll take a 6.2L V8.
@@mybro727 Considering the 6.2 makes 460lb ft at 4,100 RPMS, and a 3.5 eco makes 510lb ft at 3,000 RPMS. I wouldn’t say it’s at any more added stress over the 6.2. Although I would still pick a Chevy V8 over an eco boost any day, if we had a duramax option for the Z71 that would be my choice overall.
@@jordantrujillo293 I didn’t say the turbocharged V6 is under more stress because it’s less powerful than the V8, we all know that to not be the case. It’s actually _more_ powerful, but it’s under more stress because of the method used to achieve that amount of power at such low rpm’s and the ability to produce more torque using forced induction (more gas matched with more air) and the relying of a turbocharger on top of all that which is stressful on the engine and ultimately makes it just _that_ much more unreliable. As you to test both engines to their limits in the real world throughout their lifetimes 1 is going to throw in the towel long before the other burps after downing another tank of premium fuel (thirsty beasts). Joking. I just don’t see towing in high altitude scenarios alone as big enough trade off to completely “say no” to everything a 2022 Tahoe Z71 or Yukon AT4 has to offer you for the same money as that new Sequoia. Not nearly a big enough trade off for me.
I love the Z71 with 6.2L. I had one on order but GM was constantly cancelling one option/feature after another after taking order and offering pathetic refunds - then I learned of high rate of lifter/push rod failures in both the 5.3L and 6.2L newer engines and decided to cancel my order as I drive my vehicles 200-250K miles so even a 100K mile warranty is no good with engines so prone to problems..
Love the color on this Tahoe. Only thing I hate about these is the rear lower control arms, seem's like they could have done better to keep them from being so close to the ground. They don't seem to cause any problem but to me they just look crappy when you look at the truck from the rear, probably just my complaint lol.
@@scarharting5577 figured maybe it was just a goofy complaint that only I didn't like about the rear suspension. I surely didn't mean it in a funny ha ha like a joke if that's how it came through.
GM nailed the interior and exterior design. Such a handsome vehicle. GM really needs to build a ZR2 version, or something with some real traction aid. The new Sequoia and Expedition have a locking rear Diff.
I somewhat agree with you BUT that exterior is a big no no for me. I think it's the worst front end fot exterior in its class. But yeah they should make a ZR2 to compete with the TRD Pro Sequoia
Nice. I would have to test drive this and the Jeep Grand Wagoneer to see which i would buy. Interier is no where near the Jeep. Is the 6.2L enough to sway buyers? The jeep has a 6.4L Hemi V8 471 455 towing 9,850.00
Finally a video that shows what I will get when mine arrives in a couple of weeks. Trading out my 2021 for the 22 because I need 4wd access for my fishing ventures. Love Tahoes. Great video.
Thats why you dont use it as a toyota lc70 series its a tahoe u kinda need to take care of it a bit more especially with all the new tech and electric stuff , its reliability should be good for an average family who use it for light off road trips and daily drive
I own a Jeep Grand Cherokee summit 2016 with air suspension and once the shocks start to ware out it’s the most horrible ride … especially going into gas station driveway sideways it literally makes your head hit driver and passenger window 😂 and snap you spine in half lol… rear shocks I did my self and it cost 250$ for pair.. front shock cost bout 1000$ to replace and you have to take it to professional or dealer.. the down side of air suspension is price to repair
Taking the family to the lake with the boat in a Tahoe better be a day trip. While the Tahoe has seating for seven, it does not offer space for seven suitcases. They should go back to offering the Tahoe without the third row. Few families have more than 3 children and the added cargo space would be much more useful than the third row with only one kid back there.
@@m.687 Simply changing the wheels and tires on this z71 package would make it a formidable offroader. Its got height, low range, skid plates and a solid chassis. It will never be a 2dr Wrangler, but it could be pretty good.
Let's see this thing at 100k and hear about fixes & maintenance done and the overall shape of the vehicle. That's what matters in my book especially for a 70k SUV.
The price really isn’t all that bad for what you get. I wonder what it’s trailer towing capability is and if it has a built in trailer brake controller?
I love these and the Yukons, but I wish Chevy wouldn't hide the 6.2 behind the upper trims and stop tying it to the air suspension on z71. Right now you can't build a z71 and put a 6.2 in it without upgrading to the air suspension. For that matter, you can't even get the eLSD without the air suspension, you only get a mechanical LSD. So if you want AZ 71 you're stuck with the 5.3. Unless you get the RST but then no eLSD and you get 22 inch wheels. They also don't have the baby Duramax in the Z71 trim, which I've heard is because of how low it hangs, but that would fix some of my issues.
If I could get the Duramax in the AT4, I'd have one in my driveway already. As it is, I'm waiting for more units to hit the showrooms so GM dealers are willing to deal again.
Good stuff. A question. Is this Z71 raised up higher off the ground standard compared to the regular Tahoe? And Similarly, is the Yukon AT4 raised up higher compared to the Yukon Denali? It is my understanding that the GMC Yukon line and the Chevy Tahoe line start with the same basic vehicle, so I'm thinking if the Z71 is raised up, maybe the AT4 is as well. My understanding is that the Yukon's standard height starts at 8" road clearance and with the adjustable air suspension can be raised up to 9" in 4H and 10" in 4L. What I don't know is whether the AT4 might start and end 1" higher, say standard at 9" up to 11" in 4L? Visually in this video it looks higher than the standard 8" of the Denali and perhaps AT4.
this is hands down the best suv u can buy period .... comfort, power, space, mpg, etc... not crazy about the looks and looks like it could use better tires ....
All it needs is a supercharger and it will give better power and torque. If I were to choose between the Z71 and the AT4, I would go for the AT4 because of styling.
Manufacturers these days be like: Let's throw in an 'economy' package where we simply take off options to meet a lower price point! Yeah, that's great! Let's charge $7k for that option! Brilliant!!! (gives themselves a 6 or 7 figure raise to celebrate)
Tommy a big family hauler to pull a boat, haul people, or stuff, and an off-road lot of ground clerance, no lockers, needs ZR2, but Wrangler or Bronco better offroad, Tahoe at other things hauling and towing.
Yeah, I just don't see the vast majority of people buying a new tahoe taking them into the woods to go 4-wheeling. I doubt most of them would ever leave the pavement.
I really like the way you guys are doing the "try everything in snow!"- since for me that is what i look for living in wi.
It does seem to go against their previous years of "we cannot test this or that because it is to dangerous in the snow" mentality.
@W W really? I didnt know they did that. Maybe they feel better now since they have land.
They need to test the tahoe z71, Wagoneer overland, Sequoia trd, expedition timberline, and Armada pro4. A Battle of the giants
That would be awesome to see
That Sequoia TRD is a bad ass
How about the Yukon AT4?
And the Expedition Timberline...
There isn’t an armada pro4
Dude, Tommy, you are such a good reviewer. I’ve been watching TFL since the VERY beginning so I naturally watched your progression into a full time host, and man, you’ve grown into this role so incredibly well. Props man.
I love it. The Z71 Tahoe is an awesome SUV and performance (on-ramp and passing, etc.) even with the 5.3L V8 is perfectly fine and sounds nice too. I'm using 91 octane (usually 76 or Chevron) and engine (5.3L V8) is smooth and powerful and gets good gas mileage that way. In a snow storm it performed perfectly well like on rails with Auto 4WD on, didn't slip once. Together with my now second 2021 Tahoe Z71 I've driven a combined total of over 14,000 miles (each 7,000) now (the first one had the Auto-Start which I hated and you could turn it off every time you started it up, but that was a hassle; the second one was manufactured in late June 2021 and doesn't have the Auto-Start anymore so I'm very happy with that, and the second one also has the rear entertainment system and is in the triple white iridescent pearl which for whatever reason is looking much better showing less dirt/dust than the first one we had which was in summit white, ... no clue why, but that's just how it looks). Don't forget, you do want to get the gigantic panorama roof ... it just gives you that open air feeling. Again, it's an awesome SUV.
GM products are garbage dude....
@@toddbob55 Sorry to hear that you had a bad experience with GM products. Tens of millions of satisfied customers disagree with you.
@@toddbob55 _That _ must be the reason you flocked here to witness the Chevrolet Tahoe effortlessly dance in snow! 🤣
Always loved my tahoes and suburbans. Back in the day they were affordable used and great all around vehicles
Tommy we have a 2022 Chevy Tahoe Z71 with 5.3L, 355hp and it’s plenty of enough to have fun with and get around. We love our truck. Best Chevy Tahoe they have made to date.
I would like to see a video of the same truck with the 3.0L Duramax Diesel.
Great video.
I thought the 2wd, 4wd, 4wd auto stacked comparison was awesome! Really demonstrated the differences in performance
Love it, love the 6.2l, it’s my favorite V8 available from any manufacturer right now and my driveway is full of Mopar/Powerstroke…
I mean the truck looks great the only qualm I have with it. Is the rear control alarms sag so far down. The lowest point on those control arms is 6 inches that robs you of ground clearance and diminishes its off routing prowess. But looks like its still great at hauling ppl tho
This is the first generation of Tahoe I've liked in a long time. It's nice to see it does well off road too.
00-06 were the best imo. So much so, I just bought an 05 Suburban Z71.
Agree, this one looks SICK
Truly appreciate that monstrous 6.2 liter ecotec V-8 naturally aspirated engine employing 420 horsepower coupled with 460 lb.ft. of torque. Good job, Tommy, and Thank You.
TOMMY! TOMMY! What an awesome review. You packed in so much useful information in just 17 minutes! Unbelievable. You just set the high bar for automotive reviews. Great job.
Thanks!! -Tommy
That color is awesome. The Dark Ash Metallic is phenomenal. Want to get a Suburban z71 in Dark Ash Metallic.
Just got my 6.2L Yukon AT4 the other day, so far I love it.
What’s your update on loving it? Any issues?
My 2000 Chevy 4x4 1500 Suburban 5.3 (Roberta) has well over 250,000 miles on it; 1-qt Marvel Mystery Oil, with Castrol High Mileage and Berryman's Fuel System Cleaner a couple times a year and she purrs like a kitten. Perfect kayaking, fishing, biking, hunting, camping and travel companion. Best of all..? Paid for and I can perform most maintenance myself.
Ok? Whats your point?
The third row is amazing it looks like a people mover. The LSD is nice touch, but GM should have given it a proper rear e-locker. I'd love to see the Z71 head to head against the Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro on a challenging trail. Maybe the razor rocks?
The Z71 used to come with an automatic locking differential.
@LSanti Wasn't that a G20 diff? I understand why they couldn't just slap that same diff in a IS rear.
@@mr2gud2u yes it was the g20. Even though it is IS it can still use the same differential.
@@Offshore1977 Both the truck locker and the car limited slip were labeled G20.
I'd hazard a guess that the warranty claims (and fighting) over people driving on pavement with the rear diff locked up exceeded the performance advantage over the LSD. Anyway, with the traction control systems these days, I'm not sure it's buying you that much when combined with the LSD.
Great video. Thorough, informative and entertaining. I agree, 6.2 L is the way to go. Looks like a very capable people mover, be it a little pricey, but seems to be worth it.
Finally a video worth watching. Really been missing your off road reviews like this one
All these truck and full size SUV going with buttons gear selector that takes place just show me how the traditional column shifter is the best.
That Tahoe Z71 Is A Must Off-Road Worthy.
Good review, fellas. In-depth as always. Really wish GM would offer that 6.2L in lesser-optioned trucks.
Offering it in Z71 and RST is a huge step in itself. Give it another year or two and I bet you’ll get your wish!
They do, in a Custom Trailboss.
I hope they do a review with the new duramax engine. Would be really cool since the diesel gives out just as much torque with much better mpg.
The 6.2 recommends premium fuel for maximum power, but I would like to see you do some 0-60 runs, towing runs, and mileage loops with premium fuel, then do the same with regular fuel and show the difference in performance between the two. I will say that back window will probably never see use by anyone. I had a vehicle that had that feature and I only opened it to clean behind the glass.
im no expert, but I think, at least that the premium fuel recommendation is more for less wear and mantenice on the engine. not as much a power difference. hey i could be wrong tho.
@@Scott_S_Roberts_Media completely wrong
I use mine every time I go shopping or traveling. Before I bought a truck I used the back glass for hauling around flags on poles for certain holidays. When we bought boards over 8ft long, When we traveled and put luggage and bags to the roof you don't open the whole hatch. You open the glass and take out items until you can open the whole hatch without items falling out. Or if you need to drive with a full can and keep the back glass open for ventilation. There are a million times I've had to use the back glass. Had a minivan for a while and the back glass didn't go up. Missed that feature because my last suv had it. Got rid of that p.o.s. dodge minivan. Now I use my glass hatch all the time. Family members and people I know use it all the time.
I love the back window. I have 3-dogs and all three like to sit back there on their dog bed looking out the window. The space for them with the option to keep that window open when we go inside somewhere was honestly what I was looking for in addition to snow safety, power, and comfort. This vehicle is so comfortable and I’m looking forward to driving it in the snow.
Just bought one. ‘24 Z71 very similar to this one, but with the 5.3. Thanks for the great review, it cleared up a lot of my questions.
I think it would be cool to test this against and older 3 row 4x4, like and older Lexus gx470 and/or an older Ford Excursion. That would be pretty rad.
This guy is doing a great job out there, best car review I’ve ever seen 👍🏻
Great review TFL...While I love that 6.2, I'll keep my 2005 Suburban z71. It's simple by today's standards and the G80 does a great job ...and has been incredibly reliable. (not to mention really comfortable)
I love watching the videos of the car driving around! The explanations are nice, but I love the b roll of the car in action
I’ve always wondered with those low hanging rear suspension arms if it inhibits clearance and is a problem if it gets bashed off a rock
Yeah I see the regular Tahoes around town all the time with those and they look really low and horrible for clearance imo
Why these rear arms couldn't be as high as the front ones remains a mystery
It would be a live axle if it were the old set up and that too would have big issues if hit. The bet here is that drivers will crawl slow not run 50-60mph through jagged rocks
I wish some auto manufacturers would integrate the infotainment screens into the dash more. This Tahoe looks like it was an afterthought. I’m sure it’s a nice system, just don’t like how it sticks up out of the dash.
Excellent review! I love that we also got a good look under the truck too. Thank you!
i love the rear window lift up option...this used to be standard back in the day...wish the jeep cherokee trailhawk had that feature
Yeah I had that on my 2003 Grand Cherokee Overland
Nice review. For 72k that needs to have a pano roof and cooled seats.
The best detailed video out there.
Tommy’s segments are getting so much better. Great job!
As an owner of this aggressive beast, I must say I love love love this !
Chevy should of really offered 3.0 Diesel on Z71. They have it on other models, but unfortunately not in Z71. Diesel and off-road is perfect combination
Love this new Tahoe. Just not a fan of those rear lower control arms that hang so low.
I love this cat, if I could change one thing, it would be that damn push/pull button gear shift. I want the shifter in the classic spot on the steering column.
Volume buttons behind the steering wheel belong on the left side, Tommy.
Seems to be more family-friendly pricing than the new Grand Wagoneer line. I'd love to see a TFL Offroad comparo between this Z71 and a similar spec Grand Wagoneer, if it exists.
BTW Tommy, when you air down these fleet demo trucks, what do you use to air back up?
the 2wd/4wd/auto comparison was awesome.
I had a 1999 GMC Yukon 4WD SLT with all of the trimmings available at that time (including 2 leather bench seats) and it came in for a sticker price of just below $37K and a delivered price of $33.5K (yea, you can laugh). I kept mine with no body rot for 20 years and 160,000 miles on my 5.7 v8. (I am sorry that I sold it). I am not sure (based on reviews) that $72K is (a) worth the price of admission, but moreover, I am concerned with (b) reliability (especially with air-suspension). All of the reviews seem to show that the Yukon and Tahoe vehicles, like their truck counterparts cannot live up to my Yukon). What are your thoughts about a V8 body on frame SUV?
Would love to see Chevy make a ZR2 version of the Tahoe
at 75k i think z71 is ok lol
Once the TB goes back in 1.5 years this is looking nice as the new family hauler assuming improvement in supply chain and interior refresh.
Already looks more fun than anything Teslazy could produce ^^
An impressive vehicle. Although out of the range of most. Maybe the 6,2 L with Off road package can be purchased in a base model with fewer options.
No sale now. But will consider again in 2035-2026 if competition returns to markets and prices are lower.
do the rear lower control arms stay put when you raise the suspension? theyre so low, i doubt it would be able to run over a can of soda
Great to hear you mention the comparo to the 3.5TT's at altitude. This really matters for those of us who are *WAY* above sea level. The NA engines are down on power (and MPG since you have to get into that power more) in the mountains and you really feel it. Yes you can have a bigger NA engine like the tahoe and make up for it, but the forced induction engines with 10 speeds lose less power and get way better MPG up here. I would take the sequioa 11/10 times over the tahoe because of it, even though it lacks a 4A mode which is also nice to have in the mountains.
Very true, that’s why I’m planning on swapping my Jeep 4.0 for a TDI 2.0. Forced induction and much more torque for wheeling and getting to those locations in the mountains. I70 is pretty rough in the N/A 4.0 😂
@@jordantrujillo293 I remember! I had a '97 TJ with the 4.0 and I would drive from my house at 6500 up to 7500, down to 4200 and then back up. It was such a dog, I bet those high CO passes are way worse! :D
Tommy made that point well. But, I don’t care what nobody says about the 6.2 “losing power” at higher altitudes compared to a turbocharged forced induction V6. That V6 engine is working twice as hard to get up that mountain with the same load and although you may make it up faster with slightly better fuel economy you’re _also_ running much faster to the end of the life of your V6 engine due to all the added stress. I’m good. I’ll take a 6.2L V8.
@@mybro727 Considering the 6.2 makes 460lb ft at 4,100 RPMS, and a 3.5 eco makes 510lb ft at 3,000 RPMS. I wouldn’t say it’s at any more added stress over the 6.2. Although I would still pick a Chevy V8 over an eco boost any day, if we had a duramax option for the Z71 that would be my choice overall.
@@jordantrujillo293 I didn’t say the turbocharged V6 is under more stress because it’s less powerful than the V8, we all know that to not be the case. It’s actually _more_ powerful, but it’s under more stress because of the method used to achieve that amount of power at such low rpm’s and the ability to produce more torque using forced induction (more gas matched with more air) and the relying of a turbocharger on top of all that which is stressful on the engine and ultimately makes it just _that_ much more unreliable.
As you to test both engines to their limits in the real world throughout their lifetimes 1 is going to throw in the towel long before the other burps after downing another tank of premium fuel (thirsty beasts). Joking.
I just don’t see towing in high altitude scenarios alone as big enough trade off to completely “say no” to everything a 2022 Tahoe Z71 or Yukon AT4 has to offer you for the same money as that new Sequoia. Not nearly a big enough trade off for me.
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Best looking vehicle GM has produced in decades. Wow, they must have hired some personnel with brains.
I love the Z71 with 6.2L. I had one on order but GM was constantly cancelling one option/feature after another after taking order and offering pathetic refunds - then I learned of high rate of lifter/push rod failures in both the 5.3L and 6.2L newer engines and decided to cancel my order as I drive my vehicles 200-250K miles so even a 100K mile warranty is no good with engines so prone to problems..
go with the Duramax diesel in an LT or RST trim. No lifter issues but you do have to replace the oil pump belt at 150k miles.
Love the color on this Tahoe. Only thing I hate about these is the rear lower control arms, seem's like they could have done better to keep them from being so close to the ground. They don't seem to cause any problem but to me they just look crappy when you look at the truck from the rear, probably just my complaint lol.
No, I agree with you. Makes it look like a minivan from the rear. Also, looks fragile.
What's funny about your comment?
@@scarharting5577 figured maybe it was just a goofy complaint that only I didn't like about the rear suspension. I surely didn't mean it in a funny ha ha like a joke if that's how it came through.
I wish the cargo areas in large suvs would be bedliner or heavy plastic, instead of carpet.
You can get that on the tohoe is optional accessories the back of the 3rd row seats are covered in rubber and there is a rubber back
I’m looking forward to see the trails this beast can handle.
GM nailed the interior and exterior design. Such a handsome vehicle. GM really needs to build a ZR2 version, or something with some real traction aid. The new Sequoia and Expedition have a locking rear Diff.
I somewhat agree with you BUT that exterior is a big no no for me. I think it's the worst front end fot exterior in its class. But yeah they should make a ZR2 to compete with the TRD Pro Sequoia
@@arhamkhakwani5851 haven’t seen the new full-size Toyota’s? Lol…….gave the Pontiac Aztec a confidence boost 😅
Welp, Tommy wasn't afraid to "give it the beans" in this video 👍. You have redeemed yourself. True TFL fans will know the video I'm referring to 😁
Great vid and love the lsd section. Cant wait to try mine.
As someone who lives in Colorado I REALLY wish yall would disclose your locations so that i can go enjoy the same snowy fun!
As someone who lives in Colorado and knows where they film …its nice they don’t disclose the location in every video!
That thing looks amazing
Nice. I would have to test drive this and the Jeep Grand Wagoneer to see which i would buy. Interier is no where near the Jeep. Is the 6.2L enough to sway buyers? The jeep has a 6.4L Hemi V8 471 455 towing 9,850.00
Finally a video that shows what I will get when mine arrives in a couple of weeks. Trading out my 2021 for the 22 because I need 4wd access for my fishing ventures. Love Tahoes. Great video.
Ah yes, fist that dash storage 💪🏻💯😂
You just know that air suspension is going to fail eventually. They all do.
Thats why you dont use it as a toyota lc70 series its a tahoe u kinda need to take care of it a bit more especially with all the new tech and electric stuff , its reliability should be good for an average family who use it for light off road trips and daily drive
@@aal-m3545 agreed. It sure ain’t no off roader
I own a Jeep Grand Cherokee summit 2016 with air suspension and once the shocks start to ware out it’s the most horrible ride … especially going into gas station driveway sideways it literally makes your head hit driver and passenger window 😂 and snap you spine in half lol… rear shocks I did my self and it cost 250$ for pair.. front shock cost bout 1000$ to replace and you have to take it to professional or dealer.. the down side of air suspension is price to repair
Taking the family to the lake with the boat in a Tahoe better be a day trip. While the Tahoe has seating for seven, it does not offer space for seven suitcases. They should go back to offering the Tahoe without the third row. Few families have more than 3 children and the added cargo space would be much more useful than the third row with only one kid back there.
greeting . Brilliant and simple explanation and good photography
Super cool looking truck! Gear selection buttons on either side of the L button sound way to cheap and clunky.
Putting 20s on an off-roader is pretty tragic. Plz put 18s on this suv. 285/65/18s would make this trim look, ride, tow and handle better.
For sure…all manufacturers are doing it on luxury suvs unfortunately.
A Tahoe isn't an offroader. 99% of people will never off-road there more than a gravel road
@@m.687 Simply changing the wheels and tires on this z71 package would make it a formidable offroader. Its got height, low range, skid plates and a solid chassis. It will never be a 2dr Wrangler, but it could be pretty good.
Let's see this thing at 100k and hear about fixes & maintenance done and the overall shape of the vehicle. That's what matters in my book especially for a 70k SUV.
If you can afford a $70k SUV you can afford to replace it before it hits 100k miles.
The price really isn’t all that bad for what you get. I wonder what it’s trailer towing capability is and if it has a built in trailer brake controller?
I love this and the AT4 Yukon but those prices needs to come down 🤦🏽♂️
Yes but hopefully once supply chain issues get worked out it won’t be as bad. As for Yukon I don’t know that it’s worth the extra price premium.
Great video fun and and informative, superbly done.
The Tahoe is EVERYTHING, but BRING BACK THE FOGLIGHTS PLEASE!!!! 😩😩😩
What a great car.
Love the Tahoe !!!
Looks great. Sounds great. Is great. Well done, Chevy.
Transmission selector seemed cheap and plasticity, I worry about the air suspension durability in a few years
This is a really sharp looking vehicle and with a GM V8, should go for years.
Phenomenal job tommy
I love that truck
I love these and the Yukons, but I wish Chevy wouldn't hide the 6.2 behind the upper trims and stop tying it to the air suspension on z71. Right now you can't build a z71 and put a 6.2 in it without upgrading to the air suspension. For that matter, you can't even get the eLSD without the air suspension, you only get a mechanical LSD. So if you want AZ 71 you're stuck with the 5.3. Unless you get the RST but then no eLSD and you get 22 inch wheels. They also don't have the baby Duramax in the Z71 trim, which I've heard is because of how low it hangs, but that would fix some of my issues.
If I could get the Duramax in the AT4, I'd have one in my driveway already. As it is, I'm waiting for more units to hit the showrooms so GM dealers are willing to deal again.
The SUV that can tackle any Walmart parking lot.
What do you think of its 4wheel drive system compare to a say Subaru AWD system?
Great video. Informative. Thanks for sharing.
Good stuff. A question. Is this Z71 raised up higher off the ground standard compared to the regular Tahoe? And Similarly, is the Yukon AT4 raised up higher compared to the Yukon Denali? It is my understanding that the GMC Yukon line and the Chevy Tahoe line start with the same basic vehicle, so I'm thinking if the Z71 is raised up, maybe the AT4 is as well. My understanding is that the Yukon's standard height starts at 8" road clearance and with the adjustable air suspension can be raised up to 9" in 4H and 10" in 4L. What I don't know is whether the AT4 might start and end 1" higher, say standard at 9" up to 11" in 4L? Visually in this video it looks higher than the standard 8" of the Denali and perhaps AT4.
Right Above that front underbody protection is a beautiful pice of chromed plastic.
Love it. The Tahoe is amazing!
this is hands down the best suv u can buy period .... comfort, power, space, mpg, etc... not crazy about the looks and looks like it could use better tires ....
I actually have those tires on my truck and they're pretty good
I was looking at full size SUV or truck. Now that gas is creeping into the 4.00 range well before summer, I think I'll skip them.
Would be nice if you had a Wagoneer with the offroad package for comparison purposes.
Does the z71 have a rear locking diff
All it needs is a supercharger and it will give better power and torque. If I were to choose between the Z71 and the AT4, I would go for the AT4 because of styling.
I would love to get the Tahoe Z71 for my wife but it doesnt come with the 3.0L duramax diesel!!
go with the LT or RST trim and diesel. I doubt she will take her 70k SUV offroad
Why diesel?
@@francinefore7421
Why not? Better fuel economy and once you delete the diesel your power and mpg goes way up! 👊👍
@@francinefore7421 torque and fuel economy (about 30mpg highway). 700 mile highway range
But I was under the impression that you owned a diesel for towing purposes, not driving around in city.
THank you Tommy - great review :-)
Manufacturers these days be like:
Let's throw in an 'economy' package where we simply take off options to meet a lower price point!
Yeah, that's great! Let's charge $7k for that option!
Brilliant!!!
(gives themselves a 6 or 7 figure raise to celebrate)
Tommy a big family hauler to pull a boat, haul people, or stuff, and an off-road lot of ground clerance, no lockers, needs ZR2, but Wrangler or Bronco better offroad,
Tahoe at other things hauling and towing.
Yeah, I just don't see the vast majority of people buying a new tahoe taking them into the woods to go 4-wheeling. I doubt most of them would ever leave the pavement.
@@cnoyes72 Agree but some will. a people hauler and towing, Tahoe ZR2?
Now that's a proper way for a vehicle to set.
Finally found one with a true 6.2L z71
No ventilated seats?!