The 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe had a new exterior for the new millennium. An arched roofline gave the full-size SUV a more elegant look and increased headroom, while a streamlined front end added freshness. Inside the cabin, the 2000 Tahoe saw a few new design touches as well.
Three trim levels were available for the '00 Chevy Tahoe: a base model, LS, and LT. Two-wheel and four-wheel drive versions were offered for each trim.
Drivers and reviewers praised the 2000 Chevy Tahoe for its smooth ride, thanks to independent rear suspension. Compared to other truck-based sport utility vehicles on the market, the Tahoe handles more like a car.
That's no car engine under the hood, though. Like its cousin, the Chevy Silverado pickup, the '00 Tahoe boasts a choice of V8 engines: a 4.8-liter V8 with 275-horsepower output was standard, or drivers could upgrade to a 5.3-liter block clocked at 285 horsepower.
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I have had two of them with very few problems up to 400500 miles. Parts are usually cheap and abundant. No lack of power for a gas mileage that isnt as bad as one would expect. An excellent blend of luxury and utility.Feb 22, 2022
by Brandie L
Mar 10, 2021
Love tahoes perfect for big familys and camping. Love the control and powerMar 10, 2021
by Anonymous
Jul 31, 2012
I'm probably writing my review too early because I just drove it for the first time yesterday (for a few hours) and going on a long road trip tonight or tomorrow. The first thing I noticed was how nice it handled the S curves. (I live in a rural mountainous area.) The guys I bought it from have a Tahoe as well, and they say this truck is great for towing and very powerful. (That was a primary reason for my purchase.) It's very roomy and quite comfortable. Lots of storage space. Back seats fold down for larger cargo area. Drove nice on the highway. Smooth ride. Lots of little storage places. Air-conditioning can be set separate for front seat and back seat. Same gas mileage as older trucks. So far I'm quite happy with my purchase!Jul 31, 2012
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by Stanley A
Feb 22, 2022
I have had two of them with very few problems up to 400500 miles. Parts are usually cheap and abundant. No lack of power for a gas mileage that isnt as bad as one would expect. An excellent blend of luxury and utility.Feb 22, 2022
by Brandie L
Mar 10, 2021
Love tahoes perfect for big familys and camping. Love the control and powerMar 10, 2021
by Anonymous
Jul 31, 2012
I'm probably writing my review too early because I just drove it for the first time yesterday (for a few hours) and going on a long road trip tonight or tomorrow. The first thing I noticed was how nice it handled the S curves. (I live in a rural mountainous area.) The guys I bought it from have a Tahoe as well, and they say this truck is great for towing and very powerful. (That was a primary reason for my purchase.) It's very roomy and quite comfortable. Lots of storage space. Back seats fold down for larger cargo area. Drove nice on the highway. Smooth ride. Lots of little storage places. Air-conditioning can be set separate for front seat and back seat. Same gas mileage as older trucks. So far I'm quite happy with my purchase!Jul 31, 2012
by Anonymous
Jul 24, 2012
theres nothing to dislike the factory idependant suspension will take abuse all day long if u stay with 35,s and smaller and it handlse very well thru sand, front ifs drags thru mud worse than straight axle but bigger tires can cure alot.. for a factory suv to a weekend with a lift kit and installing the 14 bolt 6 lug rearend and weld it u can make a very respected driver plus toyJul 24, 2012
by Devynne D
Aug 22, 2011
Power: 5.7L, it will curb stomp you...even pulling a trailer
Looks: a little original and boxy, but I have no problem with retro
Maintenance: change the oil regularly, brakes, tires, and you're good to go.
Back Seats: Great, just not heated like the front. =/
Handling: sharp turn radius...for a truck of its size
Front Seats: Great. heated, a seat adjustment for everyone.
Reliability: Super, but i don't want to put my foot in my mouth.
Family Car: Yes, forget Soccer Van. Soccer SUV. =]
Fuel Economy: nothing like a Versa or Smart but good.
Price: CarMax
Cargo: this one doesn't have the third row seat, i could sleep in the back of this truck very comfortably.
Overall: couldn't ask for anything better, besides another one.Aug 22, 2011
by Joe M
Aug 15, 2011
good nice suv for a big family now its my oldest sons. it has alright gas milegage and it has 225 miles on her and still running pretty strong and is as good suv for winter with four whell driveAug 15, 2011
by Anonymous
Apr 18, 2011
LOVE THIS CAR- dependable only had to replace battery and windsheild blades. Service done regular: Oil change, Tramission, greasing. Older couple we took care of this car.
(GARAGE KEPT) Excellent Condition. Towing package, One Owner - Gets great gas mileage.
Clean and Taken care of.Apr 18, 2011
by Jason A
Aug 29, 2010
Very powerful for the type of vehicle that it is, 255 Hp, 335 lb/ft. Smooth riding, not quite like a car but nicer than a truck. Solid trim, not cheap & plasticky like many newer Fords. I love this truck!Aug 29, 2010
by Anonymous
Dec 28, 2009
Roomy Interior, touch button 4wd, theres a hidden center console in the back seats when needed, "optional" third row seating, and lots of storage space. Its great for hauling the family around or towing a trailer. Great for cruising the streets or off roading too.Dec 28, 2009
by Samantha I
Oct 27, 2009
There is nothing I dont like about my baby, she rides nice, handles nice, is sooo comfortable to ride in, and fun to drive. I would own ten of these but I will never go back to being a car person again. Bigger is better, next is a suburbunOct 27, 2009
by Anonymous
Oct 14, 2009
9 mpg, fun to drive off the road. cattle guard has saved me numerous times. upgraded exhaust, ari and oil filters with bilstein shocks makes it faster with a smoother ride. tough as nails, basically a tank on wheels, car accidents wont hurt it.Oct 14, 2009
by Tyler E
Sep 16, 2009
I really like how smooth it rides and i don't like how the brakes wear really fast on them! It is reallt cheap to maintain. Since i've bought it i have only put oil filter, fuel filter and plugs in it!Sep 16, 2009
by Ronald M
Sep 14, 2009
It's a good truck and it carrys my babys around saftly and it's pretty fast for a suv ok on gas and great in bad wheather.lots of room and space the kids and traveling and a hell of a tow package.Sep 14, 2009
by Sebastian B
Aug 29, 2009
I've got this car for one week now and I like the car so far.
Performance: Well it's a V8 wich is very nice. I'm looking forward to try the 4WD this winter.
Build Quality: Well so far I haven't had any big problems with it. I'd fixed the windows elevator last weekend (cheap fix). I was aware of this problem when i bought it.
Appearance: Standard exterior is pretty nice but I'll upgrade it with a grilleguard and a bug deflector later on to give it a more brutal look.
Cost of Ownership: Very bad gas mileage, but this is what you can expect with these cars. Same maintenance as my Camaro witch is good.
Fun Factor: Well it's not a race car but it's nice to drive when you're not in a hurry. I've go the Camaro to go fast with :D
Overall: It's a nice car and I'll probobly upgrade to a new one in the future...Aug 29, 2009
by Stelio H
Aug 29, 2009
GREAT off road car! Went to Dubai and went into dunes with that car it is excellent + its got alot of power and sounds like a muscle car... if you like off roading you must get this car!!! CHEVROLET TAHOEAug 29, 2009
by Bradley B
Aug 12, 2009
Our 2000 Chevy Tahoe LT is decked out, leathered out, and sittin on 35's. It has a 5.3 liter v-8 4:10, rear end, chipped, throttle body spacer, and 12 inches of lift. This truck can ride and pull all day long. If i had to trade in the truck I would only for another Chevy.Aug 12, 2009
by Richard P
Mar 29, 2009
Its actually a 2003 Z71. For some reason there is no selection for a 2003 Z71 Limited. Truck is fun and can move when it has to. And why in the hell do I gave to write 40 damn words?Mar 29, 2009
by Anonymous
Feb 08, 2009
This truck was built for off-road and does it very well. Quality is only above average, but performance is great. Cost of ownership is reasonable. Big, sturdy, commanding and good vision of the road ahead of you. Great truck. I would highly recommend this truck to anyone looking for a big, roomy, all-purpose REAL S.U.V.Feb 08, 2009
by Tammy W
Jan 18, 2009
The only thing I really don't like about my Tahoe is that the undercarriage rusts easily. Find a good Auto body man and have him protect it. Otherwise, it is perfect. I have never loved a vehicle like this. Plus it hauls our 28' camper. POWERJan 18, 2009
by Nancy M
Jan 16, 2009
My Tahoe Z71, 2002 is buils strong, it's fast and has a sporty look, but it's very luxurious inside. Even though the gas prices are high, it's worth every penny! I love my big, bad ass truck and wouldn't trade it for the world!Jan 16, 2009
by Matt B
Nov 07, 2008
Tahoe's are by far my favorite truck. Especially this body style. Gas mileage is not their strong point, but if done right you can get a lot more out of it. Driving is great but sometimes the transmission may shift strange. Adding a corvette servo, an HD2 Shift kit and a rebuild will make it drive like a dream. mine is also the first year they came out with the new body style so it has a few things that could be upgraded.Nov 07, 2008
by Anonymous
Jul 17, 2008
Can't say anything bad about my tahoe. I've had it for about 3 yrs now and love it. I didn't check the fluid level in the x-fer case when I first purchased and come to find out it was bone dry. After it failed I had it replaced. I bought the Hypertech computer mod, I installed Magnaflow catcack exhaust under her. I also installed a K&N air filter and modified the intake tubing. I installed a throttlebody spacer kit, a high beam low beam headlight kit from Painless Wiring.(when high beams are on the low beam will stay on also), performance shocks all around, cross drilled and slotted brake rotors with performance pads. I have to tell the truth... I bought this Tahoe for my wife to drive, however I drive it on trips we take or sometimes on the weekend when I'm not driving my Impala SS or VW Dunebuggy.Jul 17, 2008
by Anonymous
Jul 09, 2008
I love this Tahoe, it's nice. It gets alot of looks, however this SUV is bad on gas milage. It gets around 15 MPG. But I just recently purchased a huge Sea Ray Boat, and it's great on power/towing. And this Tahoe is just all around fun to drive, and it has plenty of room. Jul 09, 2008
by Nathan S
Jul 06, 2008
It's the Tank....handles all conditions like a true rock star. 3 foot of fresh snow didn't slow this truck down. She was even able to eat up all the trails its set foot on, be it in Moab or just wheelin around in summit county, CO.Jul 06, 2008
by Jamie B
Jun 21, 2008
i love the room insideJun 21, 2008
by Curtis H
Apr 30, 2008
22" rims, custom tail lights, custom head lights/turn signals, upgraded bose sound system, kenwood head unit, harley davidson window stickers. Apr 30, 2008
by Samuel P
Apr 30, 2008
This car is crazy good. I love it, my friends love it, my family loves it, God loves it, nuff said. lol, well yeah i love this car, it's a solid 4WD and it has pretty good handling, and the only real downside to it would be that it eats up a lot of gas, and I mean a LOT OF GAS, I think I get like 10 mpg with the rims I got on it, so its a great car still I love it, u gotta have it.Apr 30, 2008
by David W
Apr 18, 2008
It's the best price I've made so far.Apr 18, 2008
by Bobby T
Apr 04, 2008
This truck has done everything I needed it to do. I've had it for 6 years and it tows my boat with no problem and makes long trips easy to handle. Plenty of storage and passenger space and built like a tank.Apr 04, 2008
by Christopher W
Mar 27, 2008
This thing is loaded to the gills with options. And that's from where the rubber meets the
road (Michelin Cross Terrains) to the Roof Racks! If it isn't premium it AIN'T going on/in my
Tahoe! I don't want to be stranded on the road somewhere.Mar 27, 2008
by David W
Mar 13, 2008
Its comfortable, great in bad weather, saferMar 13, 2008
by Scott H
Feb 18, 2008
its big....but good on iceFeb 18, 2008
by Kristin W
Dec 19, 2007
I love my tahoe, its like my baby, dont want any other car/truck.Dec 19, 2007
2000 chevy tahoe 4l60e... i have a good strong reverse but no forward . the scantool reads i am in 3rd gear no matter what position i put the shifter to. what sensor or electrical component is the possible culprit?
My service engine soon light is flashing. About a flash per second. When at a stop, the car idles very rough almost to the point where the car shakes a little. Any thought of what that could be???