
Base price: Tahoe, $34,261$42,061/Yukon, $35,027 $39,890; Yukon Denali, $49,195
Vehicle type: front-engine, rear-, rear/4-, or 4-wheel-drive; 5-door 59-passenger wagon
Interior volume, F/M/R (cu ft) 63/57/35
Cargo volume, seats up/maximum (cu ft) 16/105
Wheelbase 116.0 in
Length/width/height 198.8198.9/78.878.9/74.876.7 in
Turning circle 38.3 ft
Curb weight 48505150 lb
EPA city/highway mpg 1415/1719
Fuel-tank capacity/range 26.0 gal/364390 mi
Passive restraints driver and passenger front and side airbags
POWERTRAIN
4.8-liter pushrod 16-valve V-8, 275 hp; 5.3-liter pushrod 16-valve V-8, 285 hp; 6.0-liter pushrod 16-valve V-8, 320 hp; 4-sp auto
SUSPENSION
F ind, unequal-length control arms, torsion bars, anti-roll bar
R rigid axle, coil springs, anti-roll bar
BRAKES
F/R vented disc/vented disc
ABS standard
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CHEVROLET TAHOE/GMC YUKON
Although changes to GMs full-size SUVs are limited to details for 2003, there are a lot of them. Tops on the list: the introduction of the StabiliTrak system, power-adjustable foot pedals, side-mirror turn-signal repeaters, new multiplex electronics, and several new infotainment features. The Tahoe, Yukon, and upscale Yukon Denali ride the GMT 800 platform, which we regard as the best in the big-truck biz. Were impressed with the ride, handling, and deportment of these GM cousins. Mechanically identical, the Tahoe and Yukon are offered with GMs 275-hp, 4.8-liter V-8 (standard) or a 285-hp, 5.3-liter V-8. Both engines are paired with a four-speed automatic, and towing capabilities range up to 8700 pounds. GMs Autotrac system is included on four-wheel-drive models. Both Tahoe and Yukon offer three-row seating, and second-row buckets are available for 2003.
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