Advice needed

chadandhistahoe said:

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.

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Technically it is "Air Suspension" my bad

Segun Dunt said:

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

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Thank you for the quick responses.
Reading and researching I have seen that there are issues with the "magnetic" ride. Would that be present in the '18 models too ?
Does any one have more details ? or know more about this matter ?

swathdiver said:

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?

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So older Yukon’s (XL) drop more in value than Tahoe’s/Suburbans?


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wall_e said:

Thank you for the quick responses.
Reading and researching I have seen that there are issues with the "magnetic" ride. Would that be present in the '18 models too ?
Does any one have more details ? or know more about this matter ?

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It has been reported from members that have gone from 2015-16 to 2018 that the MRC rides better. Certain 2015s w/ MRC have a tsb for suspension components replacement. It’s my understanding that some 2016s also were frequently hit and miss. My 2017 MRC has been great in 40k miles (just sold it) and I am not hesitating to get another. The best thing you can do is test drive it and see how you feel. Also decide if you like the 22s or 20s, have a slight affect on ride comfort.

Doubeleive said:

Technically it is "Air Suspension" my bad

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No, It really shouldnt even be considered that. Air shocks, that is really all it is. The suspension is the coil springs.



To the OP, there is no way in hell I would get a Tahoe or Yukon without geting the 6.2/10 speed trans. My wifes last Yukon was an SLT with the 5.3/6 speed trans, so I have a valid comparison. Its night and day. Dont get me wrong, the 5.3 works OK for the most part, but the 6.2 just floats her big XL around like nothing and it is so much more of a pleasure to drive. Gets better MPG’s too. And GM finally got their head out of their ass and now made the 6.2 available in the Tahoe and Burbs (have to get the Premier though - with the Yukon you have to get the Denali).


And we just got back from Florida, where we rented a Suburban Premier but it only had the 5.3 and 6 speed. What a turd that was.

GTNator said:

So older Yukon’s (XL) drop more in value than Tahoe’s/Suburbans?


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Yea that's always how it goes. The higher end models like Lincoln/Cadillac/Infiniti lose value and tank faster.

swathdiver said:

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?

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15YUKON said:

Yea that's always how it goes. The higher end models like Lincoln/Cadillac/Infiniti lose value and tank faster.

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I agree with you that higher end models fall faster, specifically as a percentage of MSRP.

However, do you think they fall nominally lower? Meaning if you buy a Yukon for $70k and a Tahoe for $60k, in 10 years will this happen: Yukon is (for example) $20k, and Tahoe is $22k?

olyelr said:

And GM finally got their head out of their ass and now made the 6.2 available in the Tahoe and Burbs (have to get the Premier though - with the Yukon you have to get the Denali).

And we just got back from Florida, where we rented a Suburban Premier but it only had the 5.3 and 6 speed. What a turd that was.

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The only Chevy suv with the 6.2 is the RST and it’s only an option then. Not available on the burb at all.

chadandhistahoe said:

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


- 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.

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Fixed it, thanks