In need of a new SUV

[hunter991]

I am new to this forum but have questions about a new Tahoe.

I currently own a 2010 Toyota Sequioa but i want to upgrade. I do tow boats and have a 5000lb ski boat that gets towed in the summer and snowmobiles in the winter. I am looking for a good reliable SUV. I haven't been keen on GM products but the new tahoe has really caught my eye. I also live in a state where winter brings us quite a bit of snow *Wisconsin). So 4x4 is essential.

My question is, is the Tahoe (2016 or new 2017) a good reliable vehicle. I am not that interested in a new sequioa due to its outdated gas mileage and styling. They haven't changed a thing in 7 years. I love the way the tahoe looks and it fits my needs. But i still worry if i am buying an SUV that will only last 100k miles before the thing falls apart. I have 100k on my sequioa now and haven't had a single problem with it since i bought it new in 2010. i have had a few chevy's in my life all of which were not very good vehicles.

Can anyone give me an honest opinion on the Chevy brand? Specifically the new tahoes. What the problems are, what i can expect if i buy one? I know this forum may be brand biased but looking for honest opinions.

 

[AZCreeker]

Hello Hunter991,

I'll give you my 2 cents, we have close friends who owned multiple generations of Sequoia, we have other friends who owned only tahoes over the years. I would say that both have been always good to them way passed 150k.
I researched for a long time all the current and potential issues with this gen of tahoes, mainly the noise/buffetting/vibration people are concern with, seems to affect some, some are totally normal.
We test drove about 10 used examples, all ex-rentals, and found a 15 suburban LT that did not have any of the issue. and that was on stock tires, which are getting pretty tired at 42k.

My past experience with chevy has been some terrible examples in the 90's and some truly forgettable rental in the last few years... This Suburban/tahoe is pretty much their bread and butter, and I can agree with other that they really do feel solid and express some sort of tank like feeling that stays with the years.

Not to say that they are better than a sequoia, I think they are basically a different flavor. One thing that you touch on, is the age of the design, which starts to show in term of tech/interior. and also the mileage.
driving back and forth to school drop off, we always get at least 3 mpg better than our friend with her 15 sequoia.

I would say in the end, forums are a great place to note some people experience, but if you have the time, nothing beats test driving a lot of things.

No matter what you end up with, hoping its something that would get you to pause and look back as you are leaving the garage, that's how I feel with mine.
Important stuff considering how large of an (depreciating ) investment a large traditional SUV is!

 

[08HoeCD]

If you seek a care-free, reliable, durable full size SUV for the long haul, I have to say that you may be disappointed in the long run if you select a Tahoe over a Sequoia.

I enjoy my 2008 Tahoe but, frankly, part of the fun of ownership for me is figuring out and fixing the little and medium-sized issues here and there. I believe much of the build quality in 2015+ Tahoes is better than in my model year, but I can't believe it's on par with Toyota overall.

GM fans can flame me now.

 

[iamdub]

If you seek a care-free, reliable, durable full size SUV for the long haul, I have to say that you may be disappointed in the long run if you select a Tahoe over a Sequoia.

I enjoy my 2008 Tahoe but, frankly, part of the fun of ownership for me is figuring out and fixing the little and medium-sized issues here and there. I believe much of the build quality in 2015+ Tahoes is better than in my model year, but I can't believe it's on par with Toyota overall.

Sort of GM fan here, but I agree. I own and keep fixing a GM because it's what I know so I can.

GM fans can flame me now.

FYP
How about a little flame from a fan of education?

 

[gat0r]

my burb has been good to me. GM really stepped it up on the interior.

*test drive the snot out of whatever you look at. plenty have buffeting/vibration issue still.

i have been lucky w/ mine - no issues. i partially attribute that to diff wheel/tire pkg from stock.

 

[08HoeCD]

Sort of GM fan here, but I agree. I own and keep fixing a GM because it's what I know so I can.




FYP
How about a little flame from a fan of education?

Nicely done!!

 

[Vinvin7716]

Was in your position. Dad has a 2010 sequioa. No complaints 80k+ miles.

Only issue for me is the outdated outside/inside and gas mileage on the sequioa. This is me going from a '11 X5 diesel with 120k+ miles.

Test drove a few burbs and Tahoes. Needless to say I'm rocking a midnight Tahoe with a BB tune. It's awesome.

 

[hunter991]

BB tune?

 

[PG01]

BLack bear tune.....wakes up the motor for more performance thru the computer.

As opposed to years ago slapping an edelbrock intake/ holley carb / headers/ cam/ on the motor.

GM has been good to me my whole life and as @iamdub said i own them and fix them cuz thats what i grew up with......that being said my daily driver commuter car is an 08 honda accord with 300000 on it, i do 150 miles round trip a day 5 days a week, for the price and mileage i have on that car i dont think a chevy(read gm) would hold up.....especially the way i drive and the roads i drive on...

 

[Pitterpat]

I checked on Consumer Reports first. The 2012 model year was the last best year for a Yukon Denali. 2013 and up didn't get a very good rating for Chevy, GMC or Caddy.

 

[sam123]

I would personally not get any of these for the long term. These new SUVs I would keep max until warranty is over. My new suburban has already had an issue with some of the steering wheel controls and it's not even been 4 months yet - still love it though!

 

[Vinvin7716]

I am new to this forum but have questions about a new Tahoe.

I currently own a 2010 Toyota Sequioa but i want to upgrade. I do tow boats and have a 5000lb ski boat that gets towed in the summer and snowmobiles in the winter. I am looking for a good reliable SUV. I haven't been keen on GM products but the new tahoe has really caught my eye. I also live in a state where winter brings us quite a bit of snow *Wisconsin). So 4x4 is essential.

My question is, is the Tahoe (2016 or new 2017) a good reliable vehicle. I am not that interested in a new sequioa due to its outdated gas mileage and styling. They haven't changed a thing in 7 years. I love the way the tahoe looks and it fits my needs. But i still worry if i am buying an SUV that will only last 100k miles before the thing falls apart. I have 100k on my sequioa now and haven't had a single problem with it since i bought it new in 2010. i have had a few chevy's in my life all of which were not very good vehicles.

Can anyone give me an honest opinion on the Chevy brand? Specifically the new tahoes. What the problems are, what i can expect if i buy one? I know this forum may be brand biased but looking for honest opinions.

Forgot I'm also from WI. Duratracs performed awesome in the last snow we got.

 

[Glocksub]

I would personally not get any of these for the long term. These new SUVs I would keep max until warranty is over. My new suburban has already had an issue with some of the steering wheel controls and it's not even been 4 months yet - still love it though!

I'd have to agree with this. I generally do not keep vehicles more than 10-15k miles outside of the bumper to bumper warranty. Many I've not kept past the warranty expiration at all. If my family or financial circumstances dictated that I change this, I'd purchase a GM extended warranty without question.

 

[PG01]

I will say this though, when i bought my 01 it wasn't for a daily driver and when i sold it 14 yrs and 187000 miles later it eas still running strong and i never had any major problems with it besides normal maintenance and normal things that meed to be taken care if on any older, high mileage vehicle.

My 13 feels stronger and i will keep it until i feel like a new one...

 

[BobMc]

I have been a loyal GM guy since 1968 when I bought my Firebird 400, Ram Air convertible. (Wish I still had that one!)
I usually keep vehicles 6 years or until they reach 100,000 miles.
My wife had Camaros and Impalas for years.
She now drives a Honda CR-V. The later Impalas would just not hold up. Her CR-V has been in the shop four times in four years--for oil changes and that is it.

After all of the problems that I have had with my 2015 LTZ Tahoe I will sell it before the bumper to bumper warranty expires.
I will not purchase another GM product again.
I would NOT recommend a new Tahoe to ANYONE.

Be safe out there.
Bob

 

[Cmicasa the Great XvX]

Asking this type of question always gets the worst examples on the pile to throw their reviews.

Owner of a 2000 Yukon SLT from 2000-2006 and had one issue with it being the Starter going up in 2005. Got under the vehicle myself after buying a Starter from Advanced Auto, installed.. drove another 30K miles (170K in total) before letting her go due to seeing the 2007s (GMT900) arrive.

Owner of 2007 Chevy Tahoe LTZ from 2006-2014. No issues at all except the Stabilitrak wires being chewed on by a damn unlucky squirrel and for some reason having to change my Brake Caliper BRACKET because aftermarket brake pads just wouldn't slide in properly. Traded in with 150+K

Owner of 2015 GMC Yukon SLT.. No issues with the truck except that it came with Continentals. Put Michilen LTXs on after 36K (1K ago) and "OH WHAT A FEELING!!!" (Toyota Pun.. EFF Toyota.. for all time)

This truck is reliable.. beautiful.. comfy.. powerful. OH.. I wish like hell that I had of gotten Full Backseat instead of Capt. Chairs. My Yukon has on occasion after meeting a lady or two.. been my "hotel" and its hard to really get down with Capt Seats. My last two were full seats and was better than a king size bed when used for this recreation

So in summary..
1) If U can afford.. get Escalade.. I prefer the look over all but at the time I bought all they had was the ESV and I think the size is too much for me
2) Buy Michilens..or work it in the deal
3) Get Full Size Back seat.. better for recreational purposed
4) Eff Toyota.. Nissan.. Mercedes.. and any Foreign brand

 

[BobMc]

He asked.
I answered.
I will give glowing reviews about my 2009 Tahoe LTZ, 2003 Tahoe, 1999 Tahoe, 1992 Tahoe and so on if you wish.

I'm too old to be fighting with a car company over an inferior quality vehicle.
Basically--
Transmission and ring and pinion replaced at 26,000 miles to cure a noise that I first reported at 1,200 miles.
"Booming" in the 40 MPH range.
More rattles and squeaks that I can count.
I will not listen to:
"That is normal." when I report something.
It took GM engineers two attempts to get rid of that driveline noise after the local dealer gave up.

My last words on this subject.
Be safe.
Bob

 

[cardude2000]

Asking this type of question always gets the worst examples on the pile to throw their reviews.

Owner of a 2000 Yukon SLT from 2000-2006 and had one issue with it being the Starter going up in 2005. Got under the vehicle myself after buying a Starter from Advanced Auto, installed.. drove another 30K miles (170K in total) before letting her go due to seeing the 2007s (GMT900) arrive.

Owner of 2007 Chevy Tahoe LTZ from 2006-2014. No issues at all except the Stabilitrak wires being chewed on by a damn unlucky squirrel and for some reason having to change my Brake Caliper BRACKET because aftermarket brake pads just wouldn't slide in properly. Traded in with 150+K

Owner of 2015 GMC Yukon SLT.. No issues with the truck except that it came with Continentals. Put Michilen LTXs on after 36K (1K ago) and "OH WHAT A FEELING!!!" (Toyota Pun.. EFF Toyota.. for all time)

This truck is reliable.. beautiful.. comfy.. powerful. OH.. I wish like hell that I had of gotten Full Backseat instead of Capt. Chairs. My Yukon has on occasion after meeting a lady or two.. been my "hotel" and its hard to really get down with Capt Seats. My last two were full seats and was better than a king size bed when used for this recreation

So in summary..
1) If U can afford.. get Escalade.. I prefer the look over all but at the time I bought all they had was the ESV and I think the size is too much for me
2) Buy Michilens..or work it in the deal
3) Get Full Size Back seat.. better for recreational purposed
4) Eff Toyota.. Nissan.. Mercedes.. and any Foreign brand

God forbid people answer the questions posed.

It's not like they are spamming threads with the same post whenever someone that doesn't post a glowing review offends them...




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[Glocksub]

He asked.
I answered.
I will give glowing reviews about my 2009 Tahoe LTZ, 2003 Tahoe, 1999 Tahoe, 1992 Tahoe and so on if you wish.

I'm too old to be fighting with a car company over an inferior quality vehicle.
Basically--
Transmission and ring and pinion replaced at 26,000 miles to cure a noise that I first reported at 1,200 miles.
"Booming" in the 40 MPH range.
More rattles and squeaks that I can count.
I will not listen to:
"That is normal." when I report something.
It took GM engineers two attempts to get rid of that driveline noise after the local dealer gave up.

My last words on this subject.
Be safe.
Bob

I'm not sure what is more ridiculous-the poor quality of that Tahoe or the repeated "that is normal" from the service department staff. I've heard that line of bs before. They say it as if you haven't ever owned a full size SUV or pickup before and don't know any better.

 

[WillCO]

As I did my research last fall, I found that JD Power rated the Tahoe/Yukon at 5/5 stars for 3-year reliability. Then recently, Consumer Reports listed them among the 10 least-reliable vehicles you can buy, though they did not disclose specific issues. So it's hard to say.

Knock wood, my 2016 purchased in September has yet to skip a beat. I think it is very handsome and the advancements in the interior were sufficient to get me over to a Tahoe after three consecutive BMWs. There is some rattling somewhere in the center stack that I can't get to; it only happens over bumps and rough roads. But it is there.

On the whole, my Tahoe is a very, very nice, comfortable, and capable vehicle that I like very much. My indie mechanic is an import guy, but when I told him I had bought a Tahoe he said that it is the vehicle they recommend the most to people who ask, along with the Sequoia. He felt like we had made a good choice.