The 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban are lines of full-size sport-utility vehicles that are very similar, but the Suburban is 20 inches longer.
Both the Tahoe and Suburban are offered in LS, LT and LTZ models, with either rear-wheel drive or 4-wheel drive for each. Suburbans can be specified either as standard-duty 1500 models or heavy-duty 2500 models. The Tahoe can tow up to 8,400 pounds, while the Suburban 2500 can tow up to 9,600 pounds when properly equipped.
A 320-horsepower, 5.3L V8 engine featuring E85 capability is the only available engine option for the Tahoe, although a 6.0L is combined with an electric motor on hybrid models, making a combined 332 horsepower. The same 5.3L V8 is standard on 2WD and 4WD Suburban 1500 models and the heavy-duty Suburban 2500 comes equipped with a standard 6.0L V8, which makes 352 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque.
The 5.3L and 6.0L engines both come equipped with Active Fuel Management, which cuts off fuel to half of the cylinders in some conditions when full engine power isn't needed.
The Tahoe Hybrid model, which joined the lineup in 2008, gets a 6.0L V8 as part of a 2-Mode hybrid system that is capable of powering the Tahoe at low speed on electric power alone, while at higher speeds the electric motor system assists the gasoline engine for more efficient accelerating and passing. The Hybrid has 8-passenger seating and can tow up to 6,200 pounds.
The stiff, fully boxed frame of Tahoe and Suburban helps provide the structure for heavy hauling and towing and also reduces vibration in the passenger cabin. There's also extensive noise-reduction material used throughout the models inside the headliner, over the engine, in front of the dash and in door seals.
Luxurious LTZ models get a smooth Autoride suspension system, which has two modes of damping-one firmer, one softer-which it can switch between quickly depending on driving conditions.
Inside, the Tahoe and Suburban have a sophisticated instrument panel design, with LED backlighting and chrome accents, which is smoother and more car-like in design than most other full-size SUVs. Bluetooth hands-free connectivity is standard.
Roof-mounted head-curtain air bags with rollover protection, covering all three seating rows, are standard across the model lines, and side impact airbags are also now standard. StabiliTrak electronic stability control and anti-lock brakes are also included with both models.
Standout features available on the Tahoe and Suburban include a remote start system, heated seats for the first and second rows, a power-release fold-and-tumble second row, ultrasonic rear parking assist, a rearview camera system, touch-screen navigation, and an 8-inch rear DVD entertainment system.
Audio system, AM/FM stereo with CD player and MP3 playback seek-and-scan, digital clock, auto-tone control, Radio Data System (RDS), speed compensated volume, TheftLock, auxiliary input jack, and USB port (Not available with (PCJ) Sun, Entertainment and Destinations Package.)
XM Radio is standard on more than 50 2010 GM models including three trial months of service. XM turns your world on with commercial-free music channels for virtually every music genre, all in amazing digital quality sound. Turn on your favorite sports, the biggest names in News, Talk and Comedy, family programming, exclusive concerts and original music series, wherever you go from coast to coast. Everything worth listening to is now on XM (Not available with (UUL) AM/FM stereo with CD player and MP3 playback, navigation, voice recognition or (UUK) AM/FM stereo with MP3 compatible CD/DVD player and DVDbased navigation. XM service available only in the 48 contiguous United States and the District of Columbia. XM Radio subscription required and sold separately after trial period. Fees, taxes, and a one-time re-activation fee, may apply. Subscriptions governed by XM Customer Agreement available at xmradio.com. All fees and programming subject to change. Family programming Packages are available.)
EXTERIOR
Assist steps, Black
Door handles, Black
Fascia, front color-keyed
Fascia, rear color-keyed
Glass, Solar-Ray deep-tinted (all windows except light-tinted glass on windshield and driver- and front passenger-side glass)
Headlamps, dual halogen composite with automatic exterior lamp control and flash-to-pass feature
Liftgate with liftglass rear door system with rear-window wiper/washer
Luggage rack side rails, roof-mounted, Black
Mirrors, outside heated power-adjustable, manual-folding (Mirror caps are Black.)
Moldings, color-keyed bodyside
Tire carrier, lockable outside spare winch-type mounted under frame at rear
Tire, spare P265/70R17
Tires, P265/70R17 all-season, blackwall
Wheel, 17" (43.2 cm) full-size, steel spare
Wheels, 4 - 17" x 7.5" (43.2 cm x 19.1 cm) aluminum, 5-spoke with smooth surface and rectangular pockets
Wiper, rear intermittent with washer
INTERIOR
Air conditioning, rear auxiliary
Air conditioning, tri-zone manual HVAC controls with individual climate settings for driver, right-front passenger and rear seat with rear controls located in floor console with front bucket seats and in the roof console with front bench seat
Assist handles, front passenger and second row outboard
Cruise control, electronic with set and resume speed
Defogger, rear-window electric
Door locks, power programmable with lockout protection
Floor covering, color-keyed carpeting
Floor mats, color-keyed carpeted first and second row, removable
Headliner, cloth
Heater, rear auxiliary with rear passenger heating ducts
Instrumentation, analog with speedometer, odometer with trip odometer, fuel level, voltmeter, engine temperature, oil pressure and tachometer
Lighting, interior with dome light, driver- and passenger-side door switch with delayed entry feature, cargo lights, door handle or Remote Keyless Entry-activated illuminated entry and map lights in front and second seat positions
Mirror, inside rearview manual day/night
Power outlets, 3 auxiliary, 12-volt includes 2 on the instrument panel and 1 in the cargo area
Remote vehicle starter prep package includes Remote Keyless Entry (Remote vehicle starter fob available as a Chevy Accessory.)
Seat adjuster, driver power
Seats, front 40/20/40 split-bench with Premium Cloth, 3-passenger, driver and front passenger manual reclining, center fold-down armrest with storage, lockable storage compartments in seat cushion (includes auxiliary power outlet), adjustable outboard head restraints and storage pockets
Seats, second row 60/40 split-folding bench, 3-passenger with center armrest with 2 cup holders
Seats, third row 50/50 split-bench, 3-passenger removable, all-belts-to-seat
Steering column, Tilt-Wheel, adjustable with brake/transmission shift interlock
Steering wheel controls, mounted audio and cruise controls
Steering wheel, leather-wrapped
Theft-deterrent system, vehicle, PASS-Key III
Visors, driver and front passenger illuminated vanity mirrors, padded with cloth trim, extends on rod
Warning tones headlamp on, key-in-ignition, driver and right-front passenger safety belt unfasten and turn signal on
Windows, power with driver Express-Down and lockout features
MECHANICAL
Alternator, 160 amps
Battery, heavy-duty 600 cold-cranking amps, maintenance-free with rundown protection and retained accessory power
Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc, VAC power
Engine, Vortec 5.3L V8 SFI FlexFuel with Active Fuel Management, capable of running on unleaded or up to 85% ethanol (with gas - 320 hp [238.6 kW] @ 5400 rpm, 335 lb-ft of torque [452.2 N-m] @ 4000 rpm, with E85 ethanol - 326 hp [243.1 kW] @ 5300 rpm, 348 lb-ft of torque [469.8 N-m] @ 4400 rpm), iron block
GVWR, 7100 lbs. (3221 kg) (Standard on 2WD models.)
Rear axle, 3.08 ratio (Not available with (K5L) Heavy-Duty Trailering Package.)
Rear wheel drive
Steering, power
Suspension Package, Premium Smooth Ride
Suspension, front coil-over-shock with stabilizer bar
Suspension, rear multi-link with coil springs
Trailering equipment includes trailering hitch platform, 7-wire harness with independent fused trailering circuits mated to a 7-way sealed connector and (VR4) 2" trailering receiver
Transmission, 6-speed automatic, electronically controlled with overdrive and tow/haul mode
SAFETY
Air bags, dual-stage frontal, driver and right-front passenger with Passenger Sensing System (right-front passenger air bag status on overhead console) (Always use safety belts and the correct child restraints for your child's age and size. Even in vehicles equipped with air bags and the Passenger Sensing System, children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat. Never place a rear-facing infant restraint in the front seat of any vehicle equipped with an active frontal air bag. See the vehicle's Owner's Manual and child safety seat instructions for more safety information.)
Air bags, head curtain side-impact, first and second row outboard seating positions with rollover sensor, includes third row seating positions with (AS3) passenger third row bench seat (Head curtain side air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of head and neck injuries to front and rear seat occupants on the near side of certain side-impact collisions. Always use safety belts and the correct child restraints for your child's age and size, even in vehicles equipped with air bags. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat. See the vehicle's Owner's Manual and child safety seat instructions for more safety information.)
Air bags, seat-mounted side-impact, driver and right-front passenger for thorax and pelvic protection (Head curtain side air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of head and neck injuries to front and rear seat occupants on the near side of certain side-impact collisions. Always use safety belts and the correct child restraints for your child's age and size, even in vehicles equipped with air bags. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat. See the vehicle's Owner's Manual and child safety seat instructions for more safety information.)
Daytime Running Lamps with automatic exterior lamp control
LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Top tethers for CHildren) for child safety seats
OnStar, 1-year of Safe and Sound plan. Includes Automatic Crash Response, Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle Assistance featuring Stolen Vehicle Slowdown, Remote Door Unlock, Roadside Assistance, Remote Horn and Lights, Hands Free Calling, OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics, and Low Mileage Discount (OnStar services require vehicle electrical system (including battery), wireless service and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating for features to function properly. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. Vehicle Diagnostics capabilities vary by model. Remote door unlock success varies with conditions. Ability to locate stolen vehicles varies with conditions. Subscription Service Agreement required. Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or visit onstar.com for OnStar's Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy and details and system limitations.)
Safety belts, 3-point, driver and right-front passenger
StabiliTrak, stability control system with traction control
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (does not apply to spare tire)
CONVENIENCE PACKAGE
includes (JF4) power-adjustable pedals, (AP3) remote vehicle starter system, (UD7) Rear Parking Assist, (UVC) rearview camera system and (DRC) inside rearview mirror with rear camera display
$1,060.00
EXTERIOR PLUS PACKAGE
includes (T96) fog lamps and (V1K) luggage rack cross bars
$230.00
INTERIOR PLUS PACKAGE
includes (CJ2) dual-zone automatic climate control, (D07) floor console, (A95) front bucket seats, (UK6) rear seat audio controls, (UPF) Bluetooth for phone, (UG1) Universal Home Remote and (T1U) LT Appearance Package, includes Gaston Walnut Woodgrain film, body-color outside rearview mirror caps and door handles
$1,300.00
TRAILERING PACKAGE, HEAVY-DUTY
includes (KNP) external transmission oil cooler and (KC4) engine oil cooler, provides increased trailering capabilities
$230.00
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
$75.00
DIFFERENTIAL, HEAVY-DUTY LOCKING REAR
$295.00
TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER, INTEGRATED
$200.00
LPO, TRAILER HITCH CLOSEOUT
$124.00
RECOVERY HOOKS, CHROME
$154.00
LPO, POLISHED EXHAUST TIPS
$122.00
LPO, 20" (50.8 CM) CHROME 8-SQUARE SPOKE DESIGN WHEELS
LPO wheels will come with 4 steel 17" wheels from the factory with alignment specs set to 20" LPO wheel selected
$2,995.00
LPO, 20" (50.8 CM) CHROME 6-TAPERED SPOKE DESIGN WHEELS
LPO wheels will come with 4 steel 17" wheels from the factory with alignment specs set to 20" LPO wheel selected
$2,995.00
LPO, 22" (55.9 CM) 12-SPOKE HIGH-GLOSS BLACK PAINTED WITH HIGHLY POLISHED RIM DESIGN WHEELS
LPO wheels will come with 4 steel 17" wheels from the factory with alignment specs set to 22" LPO wheel selected
$3,855.00
LPO, 22" (55.9 CM) CHROME 6-TAPERED SPOKE DESIGN WHEELS
LPO wheels will come with 4 steel 17" wheels from the factory with alignment specs set to 22" LPO wheel selected
$3,855.00
LPO, 20" (50.8 CM) CHROME 5-SINGLE SPOKE BORDERED DESIGN WHEELS
LPO wheels will come with 4 steel 17" wheels from the factory with alignment specs set to 20" LPO wheel selected
$2,995.00
LPO, 22" (55.9 CM) CHROME 6-SPOKE MULTI-FEATURED DESIGN WHEELS
LPO wheels will come with 4 steel 17" wheels from the factory with alignment specs set to 22" LPO wheel selected
$3,855.00
LPO, 20" (50.8 CM) CHROME 7-SPOKE DESIGN WHEELS
LPO wheels will come with 4 steel 17" wheels from the factory with alignment specs set to 20" LPO wheel selected.
$2,995.00
LPO, 22" (55.9 CM) CHROME 9-SPOKE FINGER DESIGN WHEELS
LPO wheels will come with 4 steel 17" wheels from the factory with alignment specs set to 22" LPO wheel selected.
$3,855.00
LPO, 20" (50.8 CM) CHROME 5-SINGLE SPOKE NOTCHED DESIGN WHEELS
LPO wheels will come with 4 steel 17" wheels from the factory with alignment specs set to 20" LPO wheel selected
$2,995.00
LPO, 20" (50.8 CM) CHROME 6-SINGLE SPOKE DESIGN WHEELS
LPO wheels will come with 4 steel 17" wheels from the factory with alignment specs set to 20" LPO wheel selected
$2,995.00
LPO, 20" (50.8 CM) CHROME 6-SPOKE MULTI-FEATURED DESIGN WHEELS
LPO wheels will come with 4 steel 17" wheels from the factory with alignment specs set to 20" LPO wheel selected
$2,995.00
LPO, 20" (50.8 CM) CHROME 6-SPOKE CHISELED DESIGN WHEELS
LPO wheels will come with 4 steel 17" wheels from the factory with alignment specs set to 20" LPO wheel selected
$2,995.00
LPO, 22" (55.9 CM) CHROME 8-SINGLE SPOKE DESIGN WHEELS
LPO wheels will come with 4 steel 17" wheels from the factory with alignment specs set to 22" LPO wheel selected
$3,855.00
LPO, 22" (55.9 CM) CHROME 8-SINGLE OPEN SPOKE DESIGN WHEELS
LPO wheels will come with 4 steel 17" wheels from the factory with alignment specs set to 22" LPO wheel selected
$3,855.00
LPO, CHROME GRILLE
$496.00
LPO, BODY-COLOR GRILLE
$496.00
LPO, WHEEL FLARES
$661.00
SUNROOF, POWER, TILT-SLIDING
with express-open and close and wind deflector
$995.00
LPO, CHROME MIRROR CAPS
$115.00
LPO, CHROME DOOR HANDLES
$326.00
LICENSE PLATE BRACKET, FRONT
$15.00
AUDIO SYSTEM FEATURE, BOSE PREMIUM 9-SPEAKER SYSTEM
with subwoofer in center console
$500.00
BLUETOOTH FOR PHONE
personal cell phone connectivity to vehicle audio system and HMI (Human Machine Interface) with specific steering wheel controls
$50.00
ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM, REAR SEAT DVD PLAYER
with remote control, overhead display, 2 sets of 2-channel wireless infrared headphones and auxiliary audio/video input jacks
$1,295.00
LPO, HEATED SEATS
RPO kit heated seats for both cloth and leather. Front driver and passenger seats
$635.00
LPO, THEFT-DETERRENT WHEEL
Security system that sets off the vehicle alarm system if the vehicle is jacked up or towed - designed to protect 20"/22" SPO upsize wheels
$215.00
LPO, ALL-WEATHER FLOOR MATS, FIRST AND SECOND ROW
$138.00
LPO, ALL-WEATHER FLOOR MATS, THIRD ROW
$69.00
LPO, 2-WAY ADVANCED REMOTE
$375.00
LPO, REAR CARGO MAT
$69.00
WHEELS, 4 - 20" X 8.5" (50.8 CM X 21.6 CM) POLISHED ALUMINUM
$1,795.00
LASER BLUE METALLIC
$395.00
BLACK GRANITE METALLIC
$195.00
RED JEWEL TINTCOAT
$395.00
AUDIO SYSTEM WITH NAVIGATION, AM/FM STEREO WITH MP3 COMPATIBLE CD PLAYER
and navigation, auxiliary jack input, seek-and-scan, digital clock, auto-tone control, Radio Data System (RDS), speed-compensated volume, TheftLock, USB Port, and voice recognition Includes (UVC) rearview camera system.)
$2,500.00
AUDIO SYSTEM WITH NAVIGATION, AM/FM STEREO WITH MP3 COMPATIBLE CD/DVD PLAYER
and DVD-based navigation, seek-and-scan, digital clock, autotone control, Radio data System, (RDS) speed-compensated volume, TheftLock, voice recognition and USB port Includes (UVC) rearview camera system.)
$2,500.00
OPTION DISCOUNT
($1,000.00)
SUN, ENTERTAINMENT AND DESTINATIONS PACKAGE
includes 1 year of XM Radio and XM NavTraffic service, (CF5) power sunroof, (UUK) AM/FM stereo with MP3 compatible CD/DVD player and DVD-based navigation, (UVC) rearview camera system and (U42) rear seat DVD entertainment system.
$4,890.00
TEXAS EDITION
includes (DD8) auto-dimming inside rearview mirror, (DL3) outside heated power-adjustable, power-folding and driver-side auto-dimming mirrors, 1-year of XM Radio service, (RCS) 4 - 20" x 8.5" (50.8 cm x 21.6 cm) polished aluminum wheels, (K5L) Trailering Package, chrome door handles, chrome grille and Texas Edition Badge. Includes (G80) locking rear differential and (T96) fog lamps.
$3,000.00
REGIONAL VALUE PACKAGE
includes (DD8) auto-dimming inside rearview mirror, (DL3) outside heated power-adjustable, power-folding and driver-side auto-dimming mirrors, 1-year of XM Radio service, (RCS) 4 - 20" x 8.5" (50.8 cm x 21.6 cm) polished aluminum wheels, (K5L) Trailering Package, chrome door handles and chrome grille. (Includes (G80) locking rear differential and (T96) fog lamps.
COLOR SWATCHES
(2010 Chevrolet Tahoe SUV 4Dr shown)
(some swatches not available)
INTERIOR
EXTERIOR
Ebony Light Cashmere/Dark Cashmere
Special Paint (01U)
Ebony Light Cashmere/Dark Cashmere
Laser Blue Metallic (21U)
Ebony Light Cashmere/Dark Cashmere
Black (41U)
Light Cashmere/Dark Cashmere Ebony
Blue Granite Metallic (46U)
Ebony Light Cashmere/Dark Cashmere
Summit White (50U)
Light Cashmere/Dark Cashmere Ebony
Gold Mist Metallic (51U)
Ebony Light Cashmere/Dark Cashmere
Black Granite Metallic (58U)
Ebony Light Cashmere/Dark Cashmere
Red Jewel Tintcoat (80U)
Light Cashmere/Dark Cashmere Ebony
Taupe Gray Metallic (GGW)
Ebony Light Cashmere/Dark Cashmere
Sheer Silver Metallic (GGZ)
DISCLAIMER - Based on 2010 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2008 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.