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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Safety Review

February 22, 2009

SAFETY | 9 out of 10

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Four-wheel-disc antilock brakes are standard
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Tire-pressure monitoring, stability control, curtain airbags are standard
Car and Driver

Five stars, front impact and side impact; three stars, rollover resistance
NHTSA

The reviews read by the TheCarConnection.com reported that the full-size 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe received strong crash-test ratings.

In NHTSA tests the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe earned a perfect five-star rating in both front impact categories, as well as additional five-star ratings for both side impact categories. In fact, the only area where the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe didn't earn a perfect rating was in the rollover category, where it scored a middle-of-the-road three stars. While that rating is unfortunate, it's not entirely surprising given the Chevrolet Tahoe's tall body. The 2009 Chevy Tahoe has not yet been crash tested by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

Car and Driver notes that across the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe lineup, standard Chevrolet Tahoe 2009 safety features include "dual front airbags, curtain side-impact airbags, seatbelt pretensioners, stability control, ABS, and tire-pressure monitoring, and OnStar emergency service." In a nod to the Chevrolet Tahoe's practicality as a family vehicle, Mother Proof reports that "two sets of Latch connectors" are available on the rear bench for securing child safety seats. Kelley Blue Book reviewers praise the 2009 Chevy Tahoe's manufacturer for making "StabiliTrak electronic stability control system standard on the Tahoe, because it is potentially life-saving technology that can significantly reduce single-vehicle accidents."

ConsumerGuide reports that the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe features a rearview camera that "aids aft visibility but distorts distances, compromising its usefulness," although if Chevrolet can fix that problem, then the camera will help greatly during parking maneuvers. Car and Driver observes that "large exterior mirrors made lane changing easy in the Tahoe."

Conclusion

The 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is a good, safe choice by most measures.

SAFETY | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:Four-wheel-disc antilock brakes are standardCars.comTire-pressure monitoring, stability control, curtain airbags are standardCar and DriverFive stars, front impact and side impact; three stars, rollover resistanceNHTSA The reviews read by the TheCarConnection.com reported that the full-size 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe received strong crash-test ratings. In NHTSA tests the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe earned a perfect five-star rating in both front impact categories, as well as additional five-star ratings for both side impact categories. In fact, the only area where the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe didn't earn a perfect rating was in the rollover category, where it scored a middle-of-the-road three stars. While that rating is unfortunate, it's not entirely surprising given the Chevrolet Tahoe's tall body. The 2009 Chevy Tahoe has not yet been crash tested by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Car and Driver notes that across the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe lineup, standard Chevrolet Tahoe 2009 safety features include "dual front airbags, curtain side-impact airbags, seatbelt pretensioners, stability control, ABS, and tire-pressure monitoring, and OnStar emergency service." In a nod to the Chevrolet Tahoe's practicality as a family vehicle, Mother Proof reports that "two sets of Latch connectors" are available on the rear bench for securing child safety seats. Kelley Blue Book reviewers praise the 2009 Chevy Tahoe's manufacturer for making "StabiliTrak electronic stability control system standard on the Tahoe, because it is potentially life-saving technology that can significantly reduce single-vehicle accidents." ConsumerGuide reports that the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe features a rearview camera that "aids aft visibility but distorts distances, compromising its usefulness," although if Chevrolet can fix that problem, then the camera will help greatly during parking maneuvers. Car and Driver observes that "large exterior mirrors made lane changing easy in the Tahoe." ConclusionThe 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is a good, safe choice by most measures. 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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