Chevrolet Tahoe (1995 - 1999) Reviews, Pricing & Specs

If you take care of this 1997 vehicle properly, you won't have to replace much at all and easily do 300,000 miles with it. For example, I've had to replace the serpentine belt and re adjust the roaders because of my own lack of driving experience in the beginning. And which wasn't my fault to replace are the rear shocks. Bottom line though, this is a great vehicle, I can't express it enough. Jun 25, 2013

Its handling and braking abilities are good considering the size of the vehicle. It does great offroad and is comfortable and roomy. The gas mileage is the only down side to owning this vehicle seeing as its a V8 half ton it uses a lot of fuel other than that maintenance and repairs are economical and usually can be done yourself if you have any knowledge of Chevy small block 350's.May 12, 2013

This SUV should have been fitted with the 5.3 or 4.8 liter which came out in 1999 during that year which would have given it great pickup from a dead stop but GM decided to scrap this vehicle after that year model which I still feel is a great mistake on their part. The SUV is easy to park and will tow anything that I need with comfort and no disrespect to the 5.7 liter because it is a great engine but it just doesn't have the instant response of the newer motors. My future plans is to lay down a 5.7 liter from a corvette in to this one and I might just start enjoying the commute to work more than ever.Aug 04, 2011

I am the original owner of this 1999 Tahoe. This vehicle has been garage kept and is very clean inside and out. I have maintenance/repair records. The following work was done in December: new spark plugs, wires, rotor and distributor cap, replaced fuel injectors, replaced all gaskets, including lower intake gasket. Replaced alternator and changed oil & filter last week. Interstate battery and tires are 1 year old. Vehicle has cold AC. Registration and inspection are up to date. 175,000 miles. Runs and drives great,no machanical problems. Mileage is 14 city and 18 highway. Options: 2WD 8 Cylinder 5.7 Vortec Engine Power Windows, Locks and Outside Mirrors Front & Rear AC Controls Front Bench Seat(Seats 6 adults) Overhead Console Cruise Control Power Driver Seat Front & Rear Tinted Windows Apr 14, 2011

Great Truck... impresive on sand ans snow... everything fits inside of it, including bunk beds and tables... strong, and powerful it even survived a heas on colission with a concrete wall and was able to drive it back to the garage. Has one of the worst mileages ever, poor handling, and the steering isn't exactly acurate and doesn't give you good feedback... could have more power for the displacement it comesJun 01, 2010

Swiss Army Knife of vehicles. I treat mine more as a short-box pickup with a non-removable canopy. Underneath the 'fancy' station-wagon utility lies a real half-ton truck. Personally, this vehicle fits nicely with my mechanical skill set. There is not one part on this truck I wouldn't consider re&re'ing myself. (Unlike my previous early 90's Pontiac GTPs, which needed lots of special 'J' tools to perform ordinarily simple things like changing the front shock absorbers) As it is actually a truck, and given basic service, I believe it should last almost forever in an urban setting. It's great in parking lots as it has a very tight turning radius for a 4x4. Fuel costs are not much worse than the smaller, 3.4 V6, Pontiac GTP. (Mind you... Seeing as it's a Sport Futility Vehicle it promotes a more sedate driving style than the, very much more sporty, GTP)Nov 20, 2008

Performance: Acceleration is very touchy once work has been applied to the motor. I would compare to the acceleration of a Wrangler...a lot of torque and balls. Especially for the size truck I have. Brakes: Very good for such a big SUV. Upgraded the front rotors and brake pads to slotted and drilled rotors and Semi-compound brake pads. Handling, well it's an SUV so you can do over 40 on very very tight turns but it can handle 40 on most turns. It keeps it's ground. Build Quality- Chevrolet, it speaks for it's self. There built to last and the motor is going strong. No rust on any body panels, the frame is a little brown and some rust but some good sanding will fix it. No squeaks or rattles. Appearance: Big, Black, Gorgeous, the Soccer Mom SUV compacted into the ultimate SUV for fun and show. Exterior and Interior is perfect. Usually after 60,000 miles the captain's chairs wear out but easy fix and very comfortable. Exterior has some dents from rocks and the debris on the good ole' Northeastern roads of the U.S. Cost of Ownership- The price of my truck when I bought it at 78,000 miles was a STEAL. I would almost anything for this particualr model becuase it was produced for four years and they will probably never be produced again. Gas mileage ranges from 14-22 with work to the motor and a little help from a superchip. Maintenance...drive well and take care of it and you wont have any problems. Fun Factor- The best car I have ever driven. Sep 15, 2008

great work truck. It drives like a sherman tank but is also indestructable and unbelievably reliable. It is not very quick having only around 250hp but I have towed boats and heavy machinery, moved furniture, loaded it with scrap metal, and used it for camping and ski vacations without any problems. It is very comfortable despite having few luxury options. It is just a good, basic truck. I would get the 4wd version if you do winter driving. The 2wd version slides easily on snow, ice, etc... making it no fun to drive in the winter Jul 19, 2008

A very strong vehicle with a 350 V8. It hides a lot of horsepower that is able to be made by it if the right mods are performed. Overall great interior design and layout. Not too big and definitely not too small. The four wheel drive model is a must (as long as you own a 1996 or newer to have the advantage of 50 extra horses). Exterior is well-designed and will stay fresh amongst eyes for years to come.Jan 17, 2008