Advice needed

[wall_e]

Greetings,
First timer here - on this forum and on the GM vehicles.
I am looking to get a Tahoe or Yukon vehicle. Again, I am a newbie and I am not sure what is the big difference between the 2.
I would need some advice on a few items here, if you would care to share your experience, or thoughts on this.
Here is what I am looking for:
- ventilated seats - any of the 2 models have it or is better than the other ?
- LED / HID lights
- android radio and navigation ( maybe android mirroring ? )
- air ride suspension - or what that name may be ... looking for a nice ride
- a decent transmission - somehow from my previous experience I have seen that vehicles with more than 7 gears or CVTs are hunting for speeds...and is a bit annoying.
- looking for a better MPG - I really don't care for a 6+ l engine, but I do not want an under powered one either
- can I get a model in Yukon or Tahoe that does NOT have a 3rd row ?
- which one has most mechanical issues that I should be aware of ?
- in your opinion, which is better value for money related to what I am asking above.

I know, a lot of questions, but I would sure appreciate any answers to these...
Thank you !

 

[swathdiver]

Howdy Mike and welcome! Yukon's will generally be less money but are more limited in external mods like lighting.

2007-2008 had 4-speed transmissions and after that they all got the 6-speed. High end models have the heated/cooled seats and air ride. LTZ, SLT, Denali, not sure about LT Tahoes.

2WD or 4WD or AWD? Budget?

 

[wall_e]

Howdy Mike and welcome! Yukon's will generally be less money but are more limited in external mods like lighting.

2007-2008 had 4-speed transmissions and after that they all got the 6-speed. High end models have the heated/cooled seats and air ride. LTZ, SLT, Denali, not sure about LT Tahoes.

2WD or 4WD or AWD? Budget?

Thank you - yes, missed that one by a mile ...
- I am looking at a new one '18 model
- Budget ... is going to be a lease, so I am a bit flexible ( however, if I like it at the end I might end up buying it )
- 4x4 is a must for me.

 

[swathdiver]

Well then that changes things and it's my fault for not paying attention to which forum you posted in!

The Yukons are generally more expensive. Not having one of this generation, my best advice would be to download the brochures and spend a couple of hours doing those build your own truck on Chevy and GMC websites. More will chime in tomorrow when they go to work!

 

[sickk23]

- ventilated seats - any of the 2 models have it or is better than the other?
Tahoe Premier, Yukon SLT and Yukon Denali have ventillated standard.

- LED / HID lights
LED is not available. Tahoe Premier and Yukon Denali are the only with HID, the others have halogen.

- android radio and navigation ( maybe android mirroring ?
Not sure about this, but I believe it’s standard on the trims you’re looking for.

- air ride suspension - or what that name may be ... looking for a nice ride
These suvs don’t have air ride. The Tahoe Premier and Yukon Denali have Magenetic Rice Control (MRC). MRC is also shared with the Escalade.

- a decent transmission - somehow from my previous experience I have seen that vehicles with more than 7 gears or CVTs are hunting for speeds...and is a bit annoying.
Tahoe’s and Yukon’s have 6 gears. The Denali has 10. The 10 speed is the superior transmission. (10 speed is new for ‘18) I’ve had several vehicles with 6+ gears and rarely feel like they hunt for gears. No transmission is the same so to be worried of it is ignorant. It’s best to test.

- looking for a better MPG - I really don't care for a 6+ l engine, but I do not want an under powered one either
They all have V8. Tahoes and Yukon’s have a 5.3 and the Yukon Denali has a 6.2 V8 that’s shared with the Escalade.

- can I get a model in Yukon or Tahoe that does NOT have a 3rd row ?
No. They all have third rows but they fold relatively flat into the floor.

- which one has most mechanical issues that I should be aware of ?
None. The powertrains across the board are pretty solid.

- in your opinion, which is better value for money related to what I am asking above.
Yukon Denali. It’s basically an Escalade with less prestige and a lot cheaper. Second would be Tahoe Premier. Third, Yukon SLT if your budget is a little tighter.[/QUOTE]

 

[wall_e]

Well then that changes things and it's my fault for not paying attention to which forum you posted in!

The Yukons are generally more expensive. Not having one of this generation, my best advice would be to download the brochures and spend a couple of hours doing those build your own truck on Chevy and GMC websites. More will chime in tomorrow when they go to work!

Thanks ....
I did the builds, but ... however is a bit of a learning curve. Noting mentioned about ventilated seats, or if I can get a built without the 3rd row seats.
Most important for me would be y'alls experience with these models ( even older ones - like '17 or '16 ) and what are some "surprises" I could avoid or be ready for ?

Thank you again.

 

[sickk23]

Thanks ....
I did the builds, but ... however is a bit of a learning curve. Noting mentioned about ventilated seats, or if I can get a built without the 3rd row seats.
Most important for me would be y'alls experience with these models ( even older ones - like '17 or '16 ) and what are some "surprises" I could avoid or be ready for ?

Thank you again.

Buying this gen used can be frightening. They have a booming and vibration issue that has even gained national news coverage. But you stated you are leasing, you can’t lease a 16 or 17, if you can lease a 17 still at this point it wouldn’t be wise. Newer models don’t seem to suffer from the issue but test drive all speeds and you’ll know if you feel a pressure in the cabin with your ears. Like a window is down.

 

[Doubeleive]

2015+ do have air ride, you were given incorrect information above, however the air ride is essentially relevant to the rear shocks, front is a strut, both front & rear have magnetic ride control.
you can go on the GM website and build your options however you like, not sure if there would be a option to lease a vehicle ordered in that manner or not.

 

[sickk23]

2015+ do have air ride, you were given incorrect information above, however the air ride is essentially relevant to the rear shocks, front is a strut, both front & rear have magnetic ride control.

Lol they don’t have air ride buddy. The air bladder for the load leveling in the rear isn’t the same thing as a full air suspension like in say an XC90 or various Mercedes. And it wouldn’t be “2015+” these suvs have had rear load leveling since like 2000.

 

[Segun Dunt]

For the 2018 year the LS Tahoe trim gives you the option to not have third-row seating, but you can't opt for the magnetic shocks on that trim.

"The Tahoe Custom is based on the LS trim and adds 18-inch painted aluminum wheels, all-season tires and a chrome-accented grille. Plus, Tahoe Custom features a third-row seat that has been removed, increasing cargo space behind the second row to a substantial 54 cubic feet for added utility." - http://media.chevrolet.com/media/us...ent/Pages/news/us/en/2017/aug/0815-tahoe.html