Chevrolet Tahoe Generation 2 (2007–2010)

Chevrolet Tahoe Generation 2 (2007–2010) — production years, market prices by model year, NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, and live listings for sale on VehiSales.

Chevrolet Tahoe — body generations

Generation Produced Facelift
Generation 1 1996–2006 —
Generation 2 2007–2010 —
Generation 3 2011–2014 —
Generation 4 2015–2020 —
Generation 5 2021–2024 —
Generation 6 2025–present —

Vehicles within one generation share the same platform and body style.

Engines used in the Tahoe

Engine families this model shipped with, by NHTSA VIN build data — each links to every model that shares it.

Engine Years in this model Also used in VIN builds ⓘ
GM 5.3L Vortec / EcoTec3 V8 2000–2026 32 models 366
Chevrolet 3.0L 6-cylinder 2004–2026 17 models 67
GM 6.2L V8 (L86/L87/LS3) 1988–2026 31 models 55
GM 5.7L V8 (350 / Vortec 5700) 1995–2000 53 models 32
Chevrolet 4.8L 8-cylinder 2000–2009 10 models 22

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About this generation

General Motors redesigned the Tahoe and Yukon on the new GMT900 platform for the 2007 model year. A hybrid version of the Tahoe/Yukon, which uses the shared GM/Chrysler Advanced Hybrid System 2, followed with the 2008 models. The GMT900-based Tahoe and Yukon exceeded initial sales expectations and continued to sell well despite a weakening market for large SUVs. The short-wheelbase Tahoe and its police counterpart began production at Arlington Assembly on December 1, 2005.

SWB Yukon production began in early 2006, with Janesville Assembly coming online as well. For the first time, GM used the Tahoe name in Mexico. For 2007, the GMC Yukon and Chevrolet Tahoe received different front fascias, hood, and tail lights. The GMC Yukon boasted a monolithic grille and headlights, while the Chevrolet Tahoe grille was divided by a body-colored bar similar to the chrome bar found on the GMT800 Tahoe.

Both the redesigned Yukon and Tahoe featured a more crisp, upright, angular design that gave the vehicles a prominent, more upscale appearance than that of their predecessors. The interior was significantly redesigned as well, with features such as a faux wood trim dashboard with chrome-accented instrument controls and new inset gauge cluster design. New door panels, as well as new seats, were also added to the interior.

The interior still retains its nine-passenger seating availability, but only on the base Tahoe 1LS/Yukon SLE models, like the Suburban and Yukon XL counterparts. The Tahoe/Suburban 1LS would now become the base model for 2007, adding the premium LTZ trim level as the upper Tahoe/Suburban equipment level. The Yukon/Yukon XL would retain its SLE/SLT/Denali trims. Highway mileage was improved with the addition of Active Fuel Management cylinder deactivation.

For 2009, the 6.2 L engine in the Yukon Denali got a power increase, while a 6.2L was added as an option for the Tahoe LTZ. A 6-speed 6L80 automatic transmission replaced the 4-speed on all trucks except 2WD models with the 4.8L engine. The 2011 model has a NHTSA rollover risk of 24.6%, and a lateral roadholding of 0.79g. In 2008, a two-mode hybrid was introduced with two trim levels, HY1 or HY2. This paired a LFA 6.0L Vortec 6000 V8 with a hybrid drive unit that acted as an infinitely variable transmission, which included a pair of / torque electric motors.

The coefficient of drag improved from 0.36 to 0.34 by using upgraded body panels; the vehicles retained a 12V battery for most accessory electrical gear and added a high-voltage (288V) traction battery system. The hybrid version uses aluminum body panels and driveline components which collectively offset the increased weight from the drive unit and battery, putting the hybrid. The hybrid models also included 300V Electric AC, 42V power steering, and LED taillights (only an option from 2008 to 2013).

This variant was named the Green Car of the Year for 2008 by Green Car Journal, a decision which was later lampooned during a segment of the BBC series Top Gear. Fuel consumption improved from city/highway. During the 2009 model year, LTZ models had the option of the 6.2L Vortec 6200. The option was dropped after only one model year. 2010 models underwent a mild mid-cycle refresh including a slightly raised bumper, removal of the GM "Mark of Excellence" door badge, revised interior door trim, improved side structure, side torso airbags and optional side blind zone alert.

For 2012, the GMC Yukon offered a special Heritage Edition package, featuring unique Heritage Edition exterior badging, embroidered color-keyed carpeted floor mats, embroidered headrests, SLT-2 Equipment Group standard features (such as 10-way memory leather seats and power liftgate), and optional 20-inch wheels. The Heritage Edition added $1,970 to the price of the Yukon and Yukon XL and was offered in three colors, Heritage Blue, White Diamond Tricoat, and Onyx Black.

Source: Wikipedia — Chevrolet Tahoe — Third generation (2007), CC BY-SA.

Recalls & complaints by year (NHTSA)

Year Recalls Complaints Most reported
2007 4 1,176 Air Bags, Structure, Unknown Or Other
2008 4 1,172 Air Bags, Electrical System, Unknown Or Other
2009 5 612 Air Bags, Unknown Or Other, Structure
2010 4 638 Unknown Or Other, Air Bags, Structure

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.

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