2016 Chevrolet Tahoe LT

The Tahoe is Chevrolet's full-size, body-on-frame SUV, slotting between the smaller Traverse and the heavy-duty Suburban. It competes with the Ford Expedition, Toyota Sequoia, and Nissan Armada, offering similar size and towing capability. The V8 gives the Tahoe strong acceleration for its size, and the ride is smooth for a truck-based SUV, though it can feel its bulk in tight corners. Inside, the Tahoe seats up to nine in three rows, with removable third-row seats that open up generous cargo space. Owners report few major mechanical issues, though some mention cracked dashboards and worn seats in high-mileage examples. The LT skips the LTZ's leather-wrapped dash and power-folding third row, but keeps the heated front seats and Bose audio for thousands less. Its 5.3L V8 makes 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque, routed through a six-speed automatic to the rear wheels, and it returns 18 mpg combined. The LT's standard Smooth Ride suspension soaks up highway miles well, though you'll feel the 5,355 pounds over sharp bumps.