2017 Chevrolet Tahoe review

1. Vast cabin with three-row seating

For a full-size SUV that's just as large on the inside as it is on the outside, the 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe is ready to welcome you and your passengers aboard. How about a whopping 120.8 cu-ft of passenger volume in total, and seating for up to eight passengers as standard? Additionally, a 40/20/40 split front bench seat is available on base LS models, which increases passenger capacity to nine. And with 45.3 inches of front-row legroom, 39 inches of second-row legroom, and 24.8 inches of third-row legroom, all of your passengers will have room to stretch out and enjoy the ride even at maximum capacity.

2. Powerful standard engine

All 2017 Chevrolet Tahoes may come with just one choice of engine, but that one engine is a powerful 5.3L V8, good for a power output of 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque. That's more than enough to hustle the Tahoe along. This powerplant is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission and can be had in either rear-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive form.

3. Plenty of pulling power

The combination of a muscular engine and a truck-derived chassis means the 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe is a large SUV with all the rugged versatility of a pickup truck. The 5.3L V8 and six-speed automatic transmission in two-wheel-drive configuration is good for an estimated maximum towing capacity of 8,600 lbs when properly equipped.

4. Impressive off-road capabilities

When adventure calls, the 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe is more than capable of tackling the rough stuff with ease. To start with, 22-inch wheels are available as an option on all trims and there's a two-speed electronic transfer case for 4WD models. If you want to go fully off the beaten track, LT trims can be found with the Z71 Off-Road package, which adds features like off-road suspension, underbody skid plates, and hill descent control.

5. Rich selection of interior features

Speaking of features, the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse offers a packed list of creature comforts across all three available trim levels. Even the base LS trim offers features like tri-zone automatic climate control, an available Wi-Fi hotspot, and cruise control, while the LT trim adds features such as a power liftgate, leather upholstery, and heated front seats.