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THE BEST GET BETTER: MEET CHEVROLET’S NEW 2025 TAHOE AND SUBURBAN

Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban — the industry’s best-selling large SUVs — launch late next year with fresh designs inside and out, a more powerful diesel engine option available later in production and new technology enhancements designed to provide greater confidence and security behind the wheel.

“The updates on the 2025 Chevy Tahoe and Suburban make the industry’s best-selling full-size SUVs an ever-stronger option for our customers,” said Scott Bell, vice president, Chevrolet. “Our segment-leading position is the envy of our competitors — no one comes close to Chevrolet.”

Together Tahoe and Suburban have led the segment for over 45 years and established themselves as cultural icons. Chevrolet’s full-size SUVs are truly designed and engineered for its customers. The new 2025 Tahoe and Suburban are no exception; key highlights and features include:

  • Freshened exterior design with bolder signature lighting and all-new lighting animations, new available 24-inch wheels and more
  • New interior design centered on an all-new best-in-segment 17.7-inch-diagonal central touchscreen1, along with an enhanced High Country interior and additional refinements across the lineup
  • New, available second-generation 3.0L turbo-diesel Duramax engine with 10 percent more horsepower than current models, which will be available later in production
  • Ride and handling enhancements engineered for greater driving refinement
  • Enhanced safety and technology includes Connected Cameras3, a fully integrated network of cameras that allow customers to remotely view the interior and exterior of their vehicle, in addition to recording events like crash and theft. Some features may require an OnStar plan

More curb appeal

The 2025 Tahoe and Suburban feature a new look, framed by a fresh front-end design that’s distinguished with new, bolder lighting. All six trims — LS, LT, RST, Z71, Premier and High Country — receive a new front fascia, with select trims offering unique design cues. The Z71 — one of the nameplates’ fastest-selling trims — incorporates skid plates and a high-approach front fascia, while the High Country leans in on a sport-luxury theme, with a sophisticated balance of black and Galvano chrome trim.

“The new faces of Tahoe and Suburban are more expressive, borrowing inspiration from the recently refreshed Chevrolet truck lineup,” said Phil Zak, executive design director, Global Chevrolet. “They remain as versatile as ever, but with a greater emphasis on the details that have driven these large SUVs to the top of their segment.”

Additional refinements contribute to a stronger, more planted stance that appears more confident, while new 24-inch wheel designs, available for the first time on RST and High Country, further contribute to the Tahoe and Suburban’s fresh style.

New front and rear lighting also elevate the SUVs’ sophisticated design, with innovative technology delivered in a more refined package. Highlights include:

  • More integrated appearance of the daytime running lights (DRLs), with a thinner yet more prominent look of the top DRL, thanks to an angled prism within the lighting signature that creates bold illumination in a sleek housing
  • The more prominent lighting signature gives the vehicles a greater sense of personality, with the Premier and High Country trims further distinguished with standard welcome and walk-away lighting animations as well as animated swipe turn signals
  • Dual C-shaped light designs maintain the family appearance seen in other Chevrolet vehicles

Along with their new look and lighting, the 2025 Tahoe and Suburban also introduce two new exterior colors: Cypress Gray and Lakeshore Blue Metallic.

Revamped, tech-focused interior

The new Tahoe and Suburban feel airier and more spacious, with a revamped interior that emulates the technology focus of other recently introduced Chevrolet models. Sweeping lines and lowering the instrument panel increase the perceived space for driver and front row passenger.

Display screens are the centerpiece of the cabin, starting with an all-new standard 17.7-inch-diagonal freeform infotainment1 screen paired with the 11-inch-diagonal driver information center.

The screen is canted slightly toward the driver for a more commanding feeling of control, while still prioritizing easy access for the front-seat passenger. Designed to be intuitive without sacrificing a clean, sleek design, the team struck the careful balance of physical and digital controls in the cockpit.  

Additional interior highlights include:

  • Redesigned center console with new storage options and a repositioned, more convenient wireless charging4 pad
  • New steering wheel design
  • Unique interior with Victory Red stitching on RST and all-new Jet Black/Sky Cool Gray interior on Premier
  • More sophisticated décor across the lineup, including Piano Black and Galvano chrome, as well as more soft-touch and wrapped materials on select trims
  • Upgraded and more refined High Country interior, with authentic wood décor — a first for Tahoe and Suburban — along with wingtip perforated leather seating surfaces, a unique steering wheel, “High Country” identification and a unique Jet Black/Mocha color combination

More powerful diesel engine

Also new is the refined, second-generation 3.0L inline-six turbo-diesel Duramax2, which offers more power for greater confidence on the road — particularly when trailering. It is paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission and is offered on all retail trims, including Z71 for the first time.

Launched previously on the Silverado 1500, the new diesel engine is rated at 305 horsepower and 495 lb-ft of peak torque, increases of 10 percent and 7.6 percent, respectively, over the current diesel engine’s 277 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque.

A retuned turbo compressor, along with new, higher-flow fuel injectors, revised piston-cooling oil jets, new steel pistons and improved temperature control features with the cooling system’s Active Thermal Management contribute to the engine’s enhanced power, while new sound absorption materials and a tuned air induction system help balance its performance with quietness and improved refinement.

A 5.3L gas V-8 remains the standard engine for LS, LT, RST, Z71 and Premier. The 6.2L V-8 is standard on High Country and available on RST, Z71 and Premier. The new diesel engine will be available in 2025 after initial launch.

Ride-and-handling refinements

The multilink independent rear suspension design introduced on the current Tahoe and Suburban has been updated to provide more refined ride-and-handling dynamics. Additional steering calibration improvements offer a confident drive experience across conditions.

“The already excellent ride-and-handling characteristics enabled by the independent rear suspension are taken to the next level with the 2025 Tahoe and Suburban,” said Martin Hayes, chief engineer. “Their responsiveness makes them feel much nimbler than their full-size dimensions suggest.”

Additionally, Air Ride Adaptive Suspension and Magnetic Ride Control return as available features.

The Air Ride Adaptive Suspension is available on High Country and Z71, along with RST for the first time. It offers automatic load-leveling and ride-height adjustment. In highway driving, it automatically lowers the ride height to help reduce aerodynamic drag, which can help enhance efficiency. Driver-selectable heights can reduce entry/exit heights when the vehicle is parked and the driver can also raise the body for additional ground clearance when driving off-road.

With Magnetic Ride Control, which is standard on Premier and High Country and available on RST and Z71, sensors continually “read” the road 1,000 times a second to alter the damping rate of the shocks almost instantly. It is one of the fastest-reacting damping systems in the industry and helps reduce pitch, body roll and vibrations that can resonate in a large SUV.

Tow with confidence

Towing is important for Tahoe and Suburban customers. Whether it’s a driver’s first time towing or they are a seasoned driver who tows frequently, Chevrolet’s suite of trailering technology upgrades boost confidence behind the wheel.

Tahoe and Suburban will continue to include the trailering technologies customers know and love. A Max Trailering packageis available and on select trims includes a high-capacity radiator and cooling fan, an integrated trailer brake controller, Hitch View 5, Hill Decent Control 5, Blind Zone Steering Assist with Trailering 5, and the Chevrolet Trailering App. Tahoe and Suburban will also introduce the following new and enhanced features:

  • Trailer Tire Health, which helps prevent trailer tire blowouts with a trailer tire life monitor and over-speed warning
  • Mobile Trailering App Load Rating Info, which offers anytime/anywhere access to the vehicle’s load rating
  • Forward Path Indication, which helps drivers navigate with their trailer with guidelines on the Surround View to indicate the width of the trailer and the trailer’s path. When the turn signal is activated, guidelines will show the driver the estimated turning path for both the vehicle and trailer
  • Boat Ramp Assist, which helps customers access a checklist and step-by-step instructions to prepare for towing, launching, and retrieving a boat, is newly available within the trailering app
  • Trailer Navigation, which calculates routes based on trailer size using built-in Google Maps

The 2025 Tahoe continues to offer max towing range of 8,400 lbs6 and Suburban offers 8,200 lbs6.

Enhanced safety and technology

When it comes to safety and driver awareness technology, the 2025 Tahoe and Suburban are expected to offer more than ever — including a new sensor that can detect certain types of motion in the vehicle, which can help identify if a passenger has been left in rear passenger areas of the vehicle.   

“We want to help families by introducing a feature that may help them remember their precious cargo in the back seats,” explains Tricia Morrow, head of Global Safety Technology Strategy at GM. “This feature is a testament to GM’s commitment to developing innovative safety technology.”

Interior Motion Detection7 is new to GM and may detect certain types of micro-movements in the cabin. If movement is detected in the vehicle after it is in park and turned off, it can progressively escalate alerts to help raise awareness. 

Connected Cameras3, a newly available feature, comprises a fully integrated network of cameras that allow customers to remotely view the interior and exterior of their vehicle, including 360 degree views of the exterior. Key benefits include automatic Crash Recording; Security Recording; Live View; My Recordings (dash cam functionality); industry-first cloud storage and more. Camera views and recordings are accessible via the myChevrolet mobile app8. Some features require an appropriate OnStar plan.  

Tahoe and Suburban will continue to offer standard Chevy Safety Assist5 — a suite of safety features and driver assistance technologies that include: Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Alert, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Front Pedestrian and Bicyclist Braking, and IntelliBeam. Additional standard safety features include Enhanced Automatic Parking Assist, HD Surround Vision, Teen Driver and Buckle to Drive.

Additional safety and driver convenience technology highlights include:

  • Super Cruise9The industry’s first true hands-free driving driver assistance technology will be available in 2025 after initial launch. Super Cruise is available on more than 400,000 miles of roads in the U.S. and Canada.
  • AutoSense Power Liftgate: This feature makes loading a Tahoe or Suburban easier when the user’s arms are full by automatically opening the liftgate when it senses the key fob behind the vehicle.

The 2025 Tahoe and Suburban are connected by OnStar to elevate the in-vehicle experience with a variety of available safety, entertainment and convenience features, including Super Cruise functionality, 24/7 access to live OnStar advisors, on-demand vehicle diagnostics, HD streaming, and more.

Built exclusively by GM’s Arlington Assembly Team

Production will take place at GM’s Arlington Assembly plant, in Texas10 — a facility celebrating 70 years of production in 2024. Announced earlier this year, GM is investing more than $500 million in the Texas facility to strengthen its industry-leading full-size SUV business. Through this more than half-a-billion-dollar investment, Arlington Assembly will receive new tooling and equipment in its stamping, body shop and general assembly areas. GM has announced nearly $2 billion in investments for Arlington Assembly since 2013.

The all-new 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban go on sale late next year. Additional details, including pricing, will be announced closer to the start of production. More information is available at www.chevrolet.com.

ABOUT CHEVROLET

Founded in 1911 in Detroit, Chevrolet is now one of the world’s largest car brands. Chevrolet models include electric and fuel-efficient vehicles that feature engaging performance, design that makes the heart beat, passive and active safety features and easy-to-use technology, all at a value. More information on Chevrolet models can be found at www.chevrolet.com.

1System functionality varies by model. Full functionality requires compatible Bluetooth and smartphone, and USB connectivity for some devices.
2Not available at initial launch.
3Requires active service plan; certain features require additional paid plans. Service will require future software update. Must accept all Terms and Conditions before using the feature. Cameras can record the interior and exterior of the vehicle based on settings. For additional information, see Owner’s Manual.
4The system wirelessly charges one compatible mobile device. Some phones have built-in wireless charging technology and others require a special adapter/back cover. For a list of GM wireless charging-compatible mobile devices, see my.chevrolet.com/learnAbout/wireless-charging. If your device is not on this list, please consult your carrier.
5Safety or driver-assistance features are no substitute for the driver’s responsibility to operate the vehicle in a safe manner. The driver should remain attentive to traffic, surroundings and road conditions at all times. Visibility, weather and road conditions may affect feature performance. Read the vehicle Owner’s Manual for more important feature limitations and information.
6GM estimate. May require additional equipment. Before you buy or use vehicle for trailering, review Trailering section of Owner’s Manual. Weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce tow capacity. See owner’s manual and label on vehicle door jamb for carrying capacity of a specific vehicle.
7If equipped, under certain circumstances, this feature may detect motion exhibited by a person or pet in rear passenger areas of the vehicle cabin. This feature will not detect motion in all areas of the cabin or in rear passenger areas of the cabin if the sensor is blocked. The system will not detect inanimate objects.  Safety or driver assistance features are no substitute for the driver’s responsibility to check for unattended occupants. Always check the vehicle for occupants before exiting and lock your vehicle after exiting. If motion is detected by this feature, the vehicle will alert via horn and lights and may also alert by app, or call notifications depending on model and enrollment in subscription service (working electrical system, cell reception and GPS signal required). Actual production feature functionality, model and subscription service availability may vary.
8Available on select Apple and Android devices. Service availability, features and functionality vary by vehicle, device and the plan you are enrolled in. Terms apply. Device data connection required. Actual images and features may vary and are subject to change.
9Not available at initial launch. Always pay attention while driving and when using Super Cruise. Do not use a hand-held device. Requires active Super Cruise plan or trial. Terms apply. Visit chevrolet.com/supercruise for compatible roads and full details.
10With domestically and globally sourced parts.

2025 CHEVROLET TAHOE & SUBURBAN PRELIMINARY SPECIFICATIONS

ENGINES

Type:5.3L V-8 VVT DI with Dynamic Fuel Management and Stop/Start
Bore & Stroke (in. / mm):3.78 x 3.62 / 96 x 92
Block Material:Cast aluminum
Cylinder Head Material:Cast aluminum
Compression Ratio:11.0:1
Valvetrain:Overhead valve, two valves per cylinder, variable valve timing
Fuel Delivery:Direct high-pressure fuel injection with Dynamic Fuel Management
Horsepower (hp / kW @ rpm):355 / 265 @ 5600 (SAE certified)
Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm):383 / 519 @ 4100 (SAE certified)
Type:6.2L V-8 VVT DI with Dynamic Fuel Management and Stop/Start
Bore & Stroke (in. / mm):4.06 x 3.62 / 103.25 x 92
Block Material:Cast aluminum
Cylinder Head Material:Cast aluminum
Compression Ratio:11.5:1
Valvetrain:Overhead valve, two valves per cylinder, variable valve timing
Fuel Delivery:Direct high-pressure fuel injection with Dynamic Fuel Management
Horsepower (hp / kW @ rpm):420 / 313 @ 5600 (SAE certified)
Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm):460 / 623 @ 4100 (SAE certified)
Type:3.0L DOHC I-6 Turbo-Diesel
Bore & Stroke (in. / mm):3.30 x 3.54 / 84 x 90
Block Material:Cast aluminum
Cylinder Head Material:Cast aluminum
Compression Ratio:15:2:1
Valvetrain:Dual-overhead camshafts, four-valves per cylinder
Fuel Delivery:High-pressure, common-rail direct injection; electronic throttle valve
Horsepower (hp / kW @ rpm):305 / 227 @ 3750 (SAE certified)
Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm):495 / 671 @ 2750 (SAE certified)

TRANSMISSION & AXLE

Type:Hydra-Matic 10L80 10-speed automatic
Gear Ratios (:1):
     First4.69
     Second2.98
     Third2.14
     Fourth1.77
     Fifth1.52
     Sixth1.27
     Seventh1.00
     Eighth0.85
     Ninth0.69
     Tenth0.63
      Reverse4.86
Final Drive Ratio:3.23 (with all engines)

CHASSIS & SUSPENSION

Front Suspension:Independent coil-over-shocks and stabilizer bar; available four-corner air control and Magnetic Ride Control
Rear Suspension:Independent multi-link with coil-over shocks and stabilizer bar; available four-corner air control and Magnetic Ride Control
Steering Type:Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion
Steering Ratio:16.6:1 – Tahoe
15.9:1 – Suburban
Turns Lock-to-Lock3.42; 3.26; 3.20 – Tahoe (18”; 20”/22”; 24”)
3.26; 3.10; 3.06 – Suburban (18”; 20”/22”;  24”) 
Turning Diameter (ft. / m):TBD – Tahoe
TBD – Suburban
Brake Type:Four-wheel disc with ABS; vented front and rear DuralifeTM rotors
Brake Rotor Size (in. / mm):13.5 x 1.2 / 343 x 30.4 (front)
13.6 x 1.0 / 345 x 25.4 (rear)
Wheel Size:18-in. aluminum (std. 1FL, 1LS, 1LT)
20-in. aluminum (std. Z71, Premier; avail. 1FL, 1LS, 1LT)
22-in. aluminum (std. High Country, RST; avail. Premier)
24-in. aluminum (avail. High Country, RST)

FUEL TANK CAPACITY (approx.)

24 gal. / 91 liters (2WD & 4WD) – Tahoe
28 gal. / 106 liters (2WD & 4WD) – Suburban

CURB WEIGHT & CARGO VOLUME

 TAHOESUBURBAN
Base Curb Weight (lb. / kg):5,509 / 2,499 (2WD) – 5.3L5,705 / 2,588 (4WD) – 5.3L5,681 / 2,577 (2WD) – 6.2L5,877 / 2,666 (4WD) – 6.2L5,686 / 2,579 (2WD) – 3.0L5,882 / 2,668 (4WD) – 3.0L5,680 / 2,576 (2WD) – 5.3L5,873 / 2,664 (4WD) – 5.3L5,858 / 2,657 (2WD) – 6.2L6,051 / 2,745 (4WD) – 6.2L5,859 / 2,658 (2WD) – 3.0L6,053 / 2,746 (4WD) – 3.0L

1Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution.

PAYLOAD & TRAILERING

 TAHOESUBURBAN
Max Payload1 (lb. / kg):1,834 / 832 (2WD) – 5.3L1,746 / 792 (4WD) – 5.3L1,671 / 758 (2WD) – 6.2L1,616 / 733 (4WD) – 6.2L1,717 / 779 (2WD) – 3.0L1,625 / 737 (4WD) – 3.0L1,750 / 784 (2WD) – 5.3L1,759 / 798 (4WD) – 5.3L1,612 / 731 (2WD) – 6.2L1,612 / 731 (4WD) – 6.2L1,625 / 737 (2WD) – 3.0L1,539 / 698 (4WD) – 3.0L
Standard Trailering2 (lb. / kg):7,900 / 3,583 (2WD) – 5.3L7,700 / 3,493 (4WD) – 5.3L7,700 / 3,493 (2WD) – 6.2L7,600 / 3,447 (4WD) – 6.2L8,200 / 3,719 (2WD) – 3.0L8,000 / 3,629 (4WD) – 3.0L7,700 / 3,493 (2WD) – 5.3L7,500 / 3,402 (4WD) – 5.3L7,500 / 3,402 (2WD) – 6.2L7,400 / 3,357 (4WD) – 6.2L8,100 / 3,674 (2WD) – 3.0L7,800 / 3,538 (4WD) – 3.0L
Max Trailering2 (lb. / kg):8,400 / 3,810 (2WD) – 5.3L 8,200 / 3,719 (4WD) – 5.3L 8,200 / 3,719 (2WD) – 6.2L8,100 / 3,674 (4WD) – 6.2L 8,200 / 3,719 (2WD) – 3.0L 8,000 / 3,629 (4WD) – 3.0L8,200 / 3,719 (2WD) – 5.3L8,000 / 3,629 (4WD) – 5.3L8,000 / 3,629 (2WD) – 6.2L7,900 / 3,583 (4WD) – 6.2L8,100 / 3,674 (2WD) – 3.0L7,800 / 3,538 (4WD) – 3.0L

1For comparison purposes only. See the owner’s manual and the label on the vehicle door jamb for the carrying capacity of a specific vehicle.
2Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the Trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can tow.

Ben

I am the owner of Cerebral-overload.com and the Verizon Wireless Reviewer for Techburgh.com. My love of gadgets came from his lack of a Nintendo Game Boy when he was a child . I vowed from that day on to get his hands on as many tech products as possible. My approach to a review is to make it informative for the technofile while still making it understandable to everyone. Ben is a new voice in the tech industry and is looking to make a mark wherever he goes. When not reviewing products, I is also a 911 Telecommunicator just outside of Pittsburgh PA. Twitter: @gizmoboaks

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