2018 Chevrolet Tahoe review
Chevrolet Tahoe highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Standard smartphone integration
- Impressive towing capacity from the standard V8 engine
- Quiet and nicely trimmed cabin
Cons
- Sluggish engine and brake responses
- High trunk floor reduces cargo space and makes loading items difficult
- Maneuvering in tight spaces is a challenge
Mileage (EPA estimate)
16 city, 22 highway, 18 combined
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The big 2018 Chevy Tahoe is available with a more powerful V8 engine upgrade
A full-size SUV, the 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe seats up to eight, can tow up to 8,600 pounds, when properly equipped, and considering its size is even OK on fuel economy with an EPA-estimated 19 mpg combined score. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories. Fuel economy figures are based on EPA estimates for when vehicle sold as new. Fuel economy may vary for reasons like driving conditions and vehicle history. Unless specified, figures are for vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission. See fueleconomy.gov. A new RST Performance Edition was added to the 2018 Chevy Tahoe options list, headlined by a more powerful V8 engine, plus suspension and other tweaks.
The Tahoe interior has tons of headroom and the front and second row have plenty of legroom, although the second row adjusts only the seatback angle without any fore-aft adjustment. The cramped third row is for kids only.
Even though it’s a previous-generation vehicle, the 2018 Tahoe’s interior remains modern looking and easy to use. We like that Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ are standard, but wish we could say the same for a full suite of driver assist systems. The biggest drawback is the lack of cargo space behind the third row; if you need more space, a Suburban might be what you’re looking for.
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What is new for the 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe?
- Tahoe trims have been upgraded with Flex Fuel Vehicle as standard equipment this year.
- The Premier trim now comes with Fold-Away Third Row as standard equipment.
2018 Chevrolet Tahoe trims
LS:
- 355-hp, 383-lb-ft of torque 5.3L
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Cruise Control
- Third Row Seat
- Cloth Seats
- Power Seats
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Power Mirrors
LT:
- Includes all features available on the LS
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- Lane Departure Warning
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- BOSE Sound System
- View our Chevrolet Tahoe LT inventory
Premier:
- Includes all features available on the LT
- 420-hp, 460-lb-ft of torque 6.2L
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Quad Seats
- A/C Seats
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Smart Key
- Power Folding Third Row
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- View our Chevrolet Tahoe Premier inventory
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5 reasons to buy the 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe
What We Like
Interior quiet and seat comfort: It wasn’t too long ago that luxury cars strove for the kind of interior quiet you get with the Chevy Tahoe. Credit the old-school body-on-frame construction, which isolates much of the road and drivetrain noise from the cabin. The first and second-row seats are plenty supportive for long road trips, offering a plush cushioning that’s hard to beat.
Climate control: It’s easy to take climate control for granted, but if you’re driving a big black Tahoe in the Texas sun, you’ll be grateful for the powerful fan and near-instant cold air this system provides. Admittedly a bit loud when it first engages on a hot day, there’s a lot of air to move around, and it quiets down quickly once the cabin reaches a tolerable temperature.
Towing capacity: If you need to tow a big boat or other large loads with your SUV, the Tahoe is a great pick. With up to 8,600 pounds of capacity when properly equipped, the Tahoe’s towing setup includes trailer brake controls as well.
What Needs Improvement
Cargo space: The 2018 Tahoe uses a solid rear axle, which takes up a lot of room that in competitor’s vehicles can be turned over to cargo space. Which is a long-winded way of saying, there’s not a lot of space behind the third row. You’ll get a bigger trunk in a Honda Accord from the same year (15.3 cu.-ft vs. 16.7 cu.-ft). The third row does fold to add more space, but the resulting sloping load floor still leaves something to be desired.
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Chevrolet Tahoe an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Chevrolet Tahoe 27th out of 32 among Midsize SUVs.
View RepairPal's full rating of the Chevrolet TahoeChevrolet Tahoe features and specs
Base 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Running Boards
- Side Airbags
- Third Row Seat
- Tow Hitch
- Traction Control
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- Alloy Wheels
- Full Roof Rack
- Lane Departure Warning
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Vinyl Seats
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
5.3L
Horsepower
355
Torque (ft-lbs)
383
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
26
Wheelbase
116"
Overall length
204"
Width
80.5"
Height
74.4"
Leg room
F 45.3"/M 39"/R 24.8"
Head room
F 42.8"/M 38.7"/R 38.1"
Front tires
P265/70R17
Rear tires
P265/70R17
Seating capacity
9
Max towing capacity
660/6600 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2018 Chevrolet Tahoe FAQ
The 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Base: 16 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- Commercial: 16 MPG City and 22 MPG Highway
- LT: 16 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- Premier: 16 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- LS: 16 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
The Chevrolet Tahoe received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Chevrolet Tahoe as 26 out of 32 among Midsize SUV
The 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe has received an average 3.8 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe Reviews.
The 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe has a maximum towing capacity of between 6400 and 6600 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe:
- Flex Fuel Vehicle
- 4WD/AWD
- Fold-Away Third Row
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