2012 Chevrolet Tahoe LTZ

The Tahoe is Chevrolet's full-size SUV, the one you cross-shop with the Ford Expedition and GMC Yukon when you need room for the whole family. It drives like a truck but rides smoother than you'd expect, and the engine is quiet yet has plenty of get-up-and-go. Inside, there's generous space for three car seats across the second row, and the third row pops out for hauling gear. Expect to visit the pump often, and be ready for pricey tires and maintenance on a vehicle this size. Leather upholstery, heated front seats, and a Bose audio system set the LTZ apart from the LT below it. Its 5.3L V8 makes 320 horsepower and pairs with a six-speed automatic, giving you confident passing power on the highway. The LTZ rides on 20-inch wheels and has a firmer suspension tune, which sharpens handling but firms up the ride over bumps.