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2008 Chevrolet Tahoe LT - Specifications - Quick Test

Below is an enthusiast article written by the automotive experts at Motor Trend. The 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is one of the youngest fullsize SUVs on the market, second only to the all-new Sequoia.
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2008 CHEVROLET TAHOE 4WD LT
POWERTRAIN/CHASSIS
Drivetrain layout Front engine, 4WD
Engine type 90 Vv-8, iron block/alum heads
Valvetrain OHV, 2 valves/cyl
Displacement 325.0 cu in/5328 cc
Compression ratio 9.9:1
Power (SAE net) 320 hp @ 5200 rpm*
Torque (SAE net) 340 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm*
Weight to power 17.9 lb/hp
Transmission 4-speed automatic
Axle/final-drive ratios 3.73:1/2.61:1/2.72:1
Suspension, front; rear Control arms, coil springs, anti-roll bar; live axle, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Steering ratio 17.8:1
Turns lock-to-lock 3
Brakes, f;r 13.0-in vented disc: 13.5-in disc, ABS
Wheels 8.0 x 18 in, cast aluminum
Tires, f;r 265/65R18 112S M+S, Bridgestone Dueler A/T
DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase 116.0 in
Track, f/r 68.2/67.0 in
Length x width x height 202.0 x 79.0 x 77.0 in
Ground clearance 9.0 in
Apprch/ deapart angle 17.0/21.9 deg
Turning circle 39.0 ft
Curb weight 5715 lb
Weight dist., f/r 52/48 %
Seating capacity 7
Headroom, f/r 41.1/38.5/38.2 in
Legroom, f/r 41.3/39.0/25.4 in
Shoulder room, f/r 65.3/65.3/57.9 in
Cargo volume 108.0/60.3/16.9 cu ft
TEST DATA
Acceleration to mph
0-30 2.8 sec
0-40 4.1
0-50 5.9
0-60 8.3
0-70 10.6
0-80 13.4
0-90 18.2
Passing, 45-65 mph 4.5 sec
Quarter mile 16.1 sec @ 85.6 mph
Braking, 60-0 mph 140 ft
Lateral acceleration 0.71 g (avg)
MT figure eight 30.0 sec @ 0.52 g (avg)
Top-gear revs @ 60 mph 1700 rpm
CONSUMER INFO
Base price $40,460
Price as tested $45,310
Stability/traction control Yes/yes
Airbags Dual front, front side, f/m/r curtain
Basic warranty 3 yrs/36,000 miles
Powertrain warranty 5 yrs/100,000 miles
Roadside assistance 5 yrs/100,000 miles
Fuel capacity 26.0 gal
EPA city/hwy econ 14/19 (gas) 11/14 (E85) lb/mile
CO2 emissions 1.22 (gas) 1.12 (E85) lb/mile
MT fuel economy 13.4 mpg (gas)
Recommended fuel Regular of E85

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