2009 Chevrolet Tahoe LT1

The rear-wheel-drive LT1 comes equipped with a number of features not included on the base LS trim, including front bucket seats with six-way power adjustment for the driver and passenger, rear audio controls, a floor console, and front foglights. Other standard features in the three-row, seven-passenger cabin include a leather-wrapped steering wheel with cruise and audio controls, Bluetooth wireless connectivity, OnStar with turn-by-turn navigation, and an AM/FM/CD audio system with XM satellite radio. Head-curtain side-impact airbags and Chevy's StabiliTrak electronic stability control system are among the Tahoe LT1's standard safety features.

A 5.3-liter Vortec V8 engine, which generates 310 hp and 335 lb-ft of torque, powers the LT1. The engine can run on E85 fuel, thanks to its FlexFuel capability, and has an Active Fuel Management system, which conserves fuel by shutting down four of the engine's eight cylinders when they're not required, such as when idling or cruising. The engine links to a Hydra-Matic six-speed automatic transmission with a tap-up/tap-down manual shift feature. A Premium Smooth Ride Suspension and 17-inch wheels provide a smooth, capable ride.

By R. Feeman