Chevrolet Tahoe Celebrates 25 Years of SUV Greatness
Tahoe remains a stable presence on the road, and accounts for nearly one of every four full-size SUVs sold in the U.S.
When it was first introduced for the 1995 model year, the Chevrolet Tahoe combined the maneuverability of a short-wheelbase truck with the functionality of four doors. It was positioned to be a multi-purpose family vehicle. Boasting the versatility to tow a trailer, go off road, or take the family on a road trip. That quickly led to the Tahoe becoming the best-selling full-size SUV in the U.S., a title it has held for 19 consecutive years.
“The Tahoe delivered the perfect blend of capability, cargo space and comfort just as the four-door, full-size SUV market ignited in the United States,” said Paul Edwards, U.S. vice president of Chevrolet marketing. “The Tahoe is a wildly successful and enduring favorite with customers and has helped Chevrolet lead the full-size SUV segment since its introduction.”
Chevy’s Tahoe has consistently been honored for reliability, durability and customer experience. Most recently, Tahoe was honored in the J.D. Power 2019 Initial Quality Study and 2018 Kelley Blue Book’s 5-Year Cost to Own Awards.
Today, Tahoe accounts for nearly one of every four full-size SUVs sold in the U.S. Combined with the long-wheelbase Suburban, Chevrolet accounts for 45 percent of the full-size SUV segment, almost double the share of its closest competitor so far in 2019.
In addition, Tahoe remains among Chevrolet’s best-selling models to government agencies, for various uses including law enforcement.
The Tahoe PPV (Police Pursuit Vehicle) features suspension and control modifications to handle high speeds and frequent stopping, in addition to a high output alternator and an auxiliary battery, which help power additional demands required by computers, lights and sirens.
“When the Tahoe was introduced 25 years ago, our police customers saw its potential for their highly demanding environments,” said Ed Peper, U.S. vice president of GM Fleet. “Today, the Tahoe PPV is the most aspirational police vehicle on the market – combining a strong visual presence with uncompromising capability, new safety technologies and impressive interior and cargo space.”
Much of the Tahoe’s success with both families and law enforcement can be attributed to its evolution – each model year added more technology, better performance and greater capability – to meet the changing needs of customers.
Today, every Chevrolet Tahoe is produced in Arlington, Texas using globally-sourced parts and is for sale in 50 countries around the world.
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