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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Review

February 22, 2009

STYLING | 8 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

despite the slightly conservative exterior styling, the Tahoe is still handsome
Forbes Autos

modern and uncluttered interior gives the Tahoe a luxurious look.
Car and Driver

largely unchanged for 2009...the Tahoe is still handsome
Kelley Blue Book

When viewing the exterior of the 2009 Chevy Tahoe, Cars.com reviewers first notice the "large clear-lens headlights [that] flank a wide grille bisected by a thick horizontal member with a large Chevy bowtie logo." Kelley Blue Book says, "the face of the Chevrolet Tahoe is its most distinctive exterior feature," but also mentions that "the steeply-angled windshield, wraparound fascia and faired-in headlights help contribute to a best-in-segment 0.363 coefficient of drag." Car and Driver praises the Chevrolet Tahoe 2009's "handsome exterior and interior design."

The term most frequently used by reviewers to describe the 2009 Chevy Tahoe is "handsome," and the Tahoe Chevrolet is indeed deserving of the moniker. Kelley Blue Book reviewers report that "despite the slightly conservative exterior styling, the Tahoe is still handsome," and Forbes Autos approves of the Chevrolet Tahoe's "handsome, conservative exterior" as well, calling it "unashamedly big and boxy, though slightly more aerodynamic looking than the previous generation's."

About the cabin Car and Driver says that the "modern and uncluttered interior gives the Tahoe a luxurious look." Consumer Guide notes "the gauges are generally easy to read, but some testers find the markings too indistinct for best legibility," though they also mention "most controls are logically placed and operate with precision." Both Consumer Guide testers and editors at TheCarConnection.com love the available navigation system on the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe, which ConsumerGuide says "has a large, easy-to-read touch screen that absorbs, but does not complicate, audio functions." Kelley Blue Book feels that "the instrument panel with LED backlighting is fit for a luxury sedan," and Edmunds raves about "la handsome, well-tailored cabin.”

Conclusion

World-class interior design meets an simple but attractive exterior in the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.

STYLING | 8 out of 10Expert Quotes:despite the slightly conservative exterior styling, the Tahoe is still handsomeForbes Autosmodern and uncluttered interior gives the Tahoe a luxurious look.Car and Driverlargely unchanged for 2009...the Tahoe is still handsomeKelley Blue Book When viewing the exterior of the 2009 Chevy Tahoe, Cars.com reviewers first notice the "large clear-lens headlights [that] flank a wide grille bisected by a thick horizontal member with a large Chevy bowtie logo." Kelley Blue Book says, "the face of the Chevrolet Tahoe is its most distinctive exterior feature," but also mentions that "the steeply-angled windshield, wraparound fascia and faired-in headlights help contribute to a best-in-segment 0.363 coefficient of drag." Car and Driver praises the Chevrolet Tahoe 2009's "handsome exterior and interior design." The term most frequently used by reviewers to describe the 2009 Chevy Tahoe is "handsome," and the Tahoe Chevrolet is indeed deserving of the moniker. Kelley Blue Book reviewers report that "despite the slightly conservative exterior styling, the Tahoe is still handsome," and Forbes Autos approves of the Chevrolet Tahoe's "handsome, conservative exterior" as well, calling it "unashamedly big and boxy, though slightly more aerodynamic looking than the previous generation's." About the cabin Car and Driver says that the "modern and uncluttered interior gives the Tahoe a luxurious look." Consumer Guide notes "the gauges are generally easy to read, but some testers find the markings too indistinct for best legibility," though they also mention "most controls are logically placed and operate with precision." Both Consumer Guide testers and editors at TheCarConnection.com love the available navigation system on the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe, which ConsumerGuide says "has a large, easy-to-read touch screen that absorbs, but does not complicate, audio functions." Kelley Blue Book feels that "the instrument panel with LED backlighting is fit for a luxury sedan," and Edmunds raves about "la handsome, well-tailored cabin.” ConclusionWorld-class interior design meets an simple but attractive exterior in the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. 2009 CHEVROLET TAHOE STYLING | [8 out of 10] Forbes Autos: "despite the slightly conservative exterior styling, the Tahoe is still handsome" Car and Driver: "modern and uncluttered interior gives the Tahoe a luxurious look." Kelley Blue Book: "largely unchanged for 2009...the Tahoe is ...

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Other Choices:

The Nissan Armada and Toyota Sequoia are both a bit larger than the Chevrolet Tahoe and could also be compared against the larger Chevrolet Suburban. Don't write off the Tahoe because of quality concerns, this truck is designed and built to run among the best of the best. A properly equipped 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe can tow four tons, besting the Toyota Sequoia and Nissan Armada in this important category. Compared to the Ford Expedition the big Chevy offers a wider choice of engines and TheCarConnection.com's editors appreciate its comparatively more responsive handling and great ride quality in the top LTZ models.

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Comments (1 total)

  1. By Chris #1, Posted: 5/20/2009

    One Happy Customer

    I admit that I was unsure of my purchase in January when it was sort of an impulse by. I had been in the midst of my research when I Realized that the GM Employee Discount was going to end. I purchased my Chevy Tahoe LT2 on the last day to take advantage of that pricing.
    Last month, I was involved in an accident when a lady pulled out in front of me on a very busy road when I was traveling at 35mph. I was able to skid down to about 25mph before the collision, and her car was in pretty bad shape. Mine just had just a few scratches on the front bumper. There was however a lot more damage below the surface, and the lady's insurance company over $8000. There was significant damage to her car, a luxury SUV. She wasn't even able to drive hers away. Even with $8000 dollars worth of damage, and I was able not only to bring it home but drive it until we got through all of the insurance and police department B.S. so that they would pay it for us.
    I also own a Chevy Silverado, and comparing the recent incident in the Tahoe to when I was rear ended in my F-150 several years back, I feel much safer transporting my children in my Chevrolets, and will forever be a faithful customer.

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