LT vs LTZ...Worth it?

[donmateo]

Hello there, been here awhile, but am now looking into getting a Tahoe in the next month. Basically, I am just seeing if it is worth it to go LTZ over LT.

My basic list is simple. Heated leather and 4WD. I will probably be replacing the headunit and speakers with the $2k setup that's in my current Impala, so those are a non-issue.

I have heard the main difference is Autoride. So, is it worth getting the LTZ or will the LT suit my needs?

If I am missing some details, I apologize. Please just ask and I will do my best to answer.

Thanks!

-Matt

 

[livingez_123]

Do you tow a lot? often put heavy stuff in the cargo area? travel with 6 extra people all the time? if you answered yes to any of those get the air ride. But the shocks will fail in 40-60k. Then it's another $400+ to replace them.

 

[donmateo]

No to any of them. So I suppose Autoride is not worth it? Is anything else in the LTZ worth the extra $$? Any particular options that I should look for on an LT?

 

[Tiki]

Besides the cooled leather seats, I would say not worth it in any fashion.

 

[mfdrookie516]

Seems that an LT would fit the bill for you IMO.

 

[Ben]

I love my LTZ....

 

[donmateo]

Hmm...this is tough. To make it tougher, is it worth springing for an 09 to get the 6 speed?

 

[mfdrookie516]

I say yes... After driving a NBS Sierra with the 4 speed, I say it's definitely worth it. It's like night and day. A lot more get up and go in the lower gears, and a lower cruising RPM.

 

[Phil DeVtec]

I was in the same boat. I was having a tough time finding a brand new LTZ around me, so I ended up with the 2012 LT with Luxury Package which included the heated/power seats, which I really wanted.

 

[Goodinblack]

Yes. Only if it has power running boards though. Imo

 

[sickk23]

LTZ has the rear bumper of a denali/escalade if the Tahoe is 09 or newer, also. Same goes for perforated leather/cooled seats. If you're looking at an LTZ before 09, I believe the only main difference is the autoride. After 08 I personally like the way the LTZ looks better due to the standard chrome accents, rear bumper, perforated leather, and the door panel looks better than the LT. The power assist steps optional on the LTZ are awesome too, they really make the vehicle look more athletic but that may be something hardly anyone notices too.

Oh and the LTZ has the lumber in the front seats that are power adjustable four ways. Very handy on long trips...

 

[Blazed]

Autoride is worth a million dollars in my book.

 

[PeteKT]

love the look of the LTZ with the painted bumpers, i might just be biased since i have a LTZ lol

 

[Blazed]

love the look of the LTZ with the painted bumpers, i might just be biased since i have a LTZ lol

Goodness I can't imagine a Tahoe without painted bumpers lol

 

[Goodinblack]

Goodness I can't imagine a Tahoe without painted bumpers lol

Lol Josh.

 

[Stresst]

Besides the cooled leather seats, I would say not worth it in any fashion.

This is my first truck with cooled leather seats, imo its the best option ever! Going forward every vehicle I buy will have cooled seats!!!!!

 

[sickk23]

love the look of the LTZ with the painted bumpers, i might just be biased since i have a LTZ lol

Huh? All of them have painted bumpers. Unless its a joke and I didn't get it?

 

[Phil DeVtec]

love the look of the LTZ with the painted bumpers, i might just be biased since i have a LTZ lol

Joke?

 

[felixgun]

I've had two LTZ's and they were both worth it. Def get the LTZ.

 

[mike1944]

This is my first truck with cooled leather seats, imo its the best option ever! Going forward every vehicle I buy will have cooled seats!!!!!

I agree. I love all the toys on my Denali. Worth every dollar to me.