During the official reveal, Chevy spilled the
beans and displayed the Z71 edition of the Tahoe, just not represented as a
complete package. It is now official that the Z71 will be a model trim for both
of these heavy-hitting SUVS, as the word has come down from the ranks of Chevy
Truck Marketing Director Bob Krapes. Even though the brand we love to represent
to much here every day at Jim
Butler Chevy of St Louis has been a bit quiet on this subject, the Z71
package has seen enough extreme popularity that having it available on both of
these nameplates would make sense.
For the new Suburban, the upgraded elements are
enough to make anyone who loves to pitch a tent along with a smoker and a boat
rack rub their hands with glee. Standard-issue equipment should include
height-adjustable Air-Ride suspension, skid plates underneath, and a unique
front fascia that offers better clearance for approach angles. Grippy
all-terrain tires to help with the task of navigating through loose shake and
sand, and a monochromatic exterior treatment are also expected to be featured
on both models.
As the seasoned writers on staff at Motor
Trend claimed last month, “If the current Chevy Tahoe, offered in three
trim levels, is a bestseller in the full-size SUV segment, then a new
generation that is bigger, better-equipped, more dynamic to drive, and comes is
six distinct flavors should be a slam dunk”. This will be the fifth generation
of the Tahoe, with trim levels doubled and high-end luxury as enjoyed with the
High Country treatment touted as huge assets.
The new Tahoe will boast 40 percent more third-row
legroom and 66 percent more cargo room behind the third row, which should
render it best-in-class dimensions when measured up to fierce competitors such
as the Ford Expedition. There is another amazing milestone now making the Tahoe
a “club of one”: GM is alone in the offering of a full-size diesel SUV in the
U.S, thereby creating a slot of high-prowess efficiency and ability to haul
with pride, a proven track record, and the best in industry warranty coverage
available!