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2004 Chevrolet Tahoe Review
When size large is just right.
2004 Tahoe Review Summary & Specifications
Chevrolet Tahoe is perfect for drivers who want a full-size sport-utility, but don't want to herd a Suburban every day. New features introduced in the last two model years make living with the Tahoe more convenient. Numerous engineering changes make it a safer, more reliable vehicle. For many people, it's the ideal SUV.
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| Vehicle Category | Sport Utility Vehicles |
| Editor | Mitch McCullough |
| Model Lineup | Tahoe 2WD ($34,200); 4WD ($37,000) |
| Engines (standard) | 5.3-liter ohv V8 |
| Engines (optional) | 4.8 liter ohv V8; 5.3 liter ohv V8 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 4-speed automatic |
| Transmissions (optional) | 4-speed automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | dual front air bags, four-wheel ABS with Dynamic Brake Proportioning, LATCH child-seat anchors |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | front side-impact air bags, traction control, stability control |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Janesville, Wisconsin; Arlington, Texas |
| Manufacturer Phone | 1-800-950-2438 |
| Manufacturer URL | www.chevrolet.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 34200 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Chevrolet Tahoe 4WD ($37,000) |
| Standard Equipment | tri-zone manual conditioning with auxiliary rear heat; programmable power door locks; AM/FM/CD/cassette; keyless entry system; cruise control; leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel; power windows; electric rear window defroster; roof-mounted carrier rails; heated power mirrors; fog lamps; automatic headlamps; running boards; underbody-mounted full-size spare tire; Autotrac 4WD transfer case; automatic transmission with tow/haul mode; load-leveling shock absorbers; 265/70R16-inch all-season tires and aluminum wheels |
| Destination Charge | 815 |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | LT Preferred Equipment Group 1SM ($6,450) includes leather seating surfaces, electronic climate control, nine-speaker Bose audio with rear controls and headphone jacks, XM Satellite Radio, steering-wheel mounted audio and driver-information controls, OnStar, Homelink transmitter, power folding outside mirrors with turn signals and ground illumination, six-way power heated bucket seats with driver memory, power adjustable pedals, third-row seating, liftgate with wiper/washer, cargo shade, cargo net, cargo mat, crossbars for luggage rack, 3.73:1 axle ratio and locking rear differential, trailering package with transmission cooler; Vortec 5300 V8 engine ($700); in-dash 6 CD player ($300); Rear Seat Entertainment ($1,295); Autoride suspension ($1,120); Safe and Secure Package ($100) includes front side-impact airbags, StabiliTrak electronic stability control; second-row bucket seats ($490) |
| Gas Guzzler Tax | 48270 |
| Price as Tested | 48270 |
| Layout | four-wheel drive |
| Horse Power | 295 @ 5200 |
| Torque | 330 @ 4000 |
| Fuel Economy | 13/17 |
| Wheelbase | 116.0 |
| Length/Width/Height | 196.9/78.9/76.3 |
| Track Front/Rear | |
| Turning Radius | 38.3 |
| Seating Capacity | 7 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 40.7/61.4/41.3 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | 39.4/61.3/38.6 |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 37.4/49.2/27.3 |
| Trunk Volume | 104.6 |
| Payload | |
| Towing Capacity | 7400 |
| Front Suspension | independent, upper and lower control arms, torsion bars, anti-roll bar live axle, upper and lower trailing links, transverse Panhard link, coil springs |
| Rear Suspension | |
| Ground Clearance | 8.4 |
| Curb Weight | 5050 |
| Stock Tires | P265/70R16 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | disc/disc w/ABS and Dynamic Rear Proportioning |
| Fuel Capacity | 26 |
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