There’s the choice of two quite amazing V8s along with a diesel inline-6-cylinder to put the final trimmings on what is such a hefty machine when it comes to hauling the heaviest stuff out there! The Z71 comes with extra goodies to render trail time no problem, along with seating for up to 8 agile and ready-for-anything explorers inside. Here the Car and Driver crew claim that when considering rival SUVs such as the Ford Expedition, Nissan Armada, and Jeep Wagoneer, drivers are going to be pleased with the Tahoe’s on-road refinement that is superior in all ways.
If the Tahoe happens to not be large enough for any reason, the Suburban is consistently waiting to haul more of everything. The Tahoe received a mild styling refresh for the 2025 model, along with a 17.7-inch infotainment screen that can adamantly claim victory in the current “battle of the bulge” and screen size. The optional diesel inline-6 retains rugged and rightfully deserved popularity with a horsepower boost up to 305 and 495 lb-ft of torque.
As technology offers so many amazing ways to keep a watchful eye on your vehicle, it’s great to know that you can be 100% on top of issues that once had to rely on crossed fingers and a very “under the radar” approach. Several towing aids are on hand to assist the driver, including a brand-new one that closely monitors each very important facet of tire health. Air springs are now available on the RST trim, and many new very cool wheel options have made their appearance across the lineup.
Some of the 24-inch designs are the largest to ever be featured on the Tahoe, which effectively complemented the Car and Driver crew’s favorite Z71’s four-wheeled and rugged appearance. This tester model was a pre-facelift Z71 with the 5.3-liter V8, which the gang praised for its excellent acceleration and cabin that remained quiet even at highway speeds. The Tahoe’s tow rating consistently situates it in the same category as incredibly capable pickups, with the ability to lug 8,300 pounds rendering it a hill-ascending outdoor adventurer’s primo choice.
Three rows of seats come as standard, with a wide center console perfect for wallet, key, tablet, and electric device storage. The middle of the trim selection provides appealing extras such as second-row captain’s chairs, the power rear liftgate, and a power-adjustable steering column. The cargo area is one “very all-in” stat that many families who have lifted nicely from the post-pandemic blues have scrutinized: the 2025 Chevy Tahoe offers a very spacious and excursion-ready 123 cubic feet with the second and third rows folded!