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watt, AM/FM/CD sound sys- tem with nine speakers, and optional second-row audio control and headphone jacks. Second row passengers can lis- ten to one source (e.g. radio) using headphones, while front- row passengers can listen to another (e.g. CD). Ifyou want to listen to a cassette as weil, it is positioned in the lower cen- tre console area.

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5.3-litre V8 engine with 325 ft-lb. of torque at 4,000 rp.m. These overhead valve engines replace the previous 255-horse- power, 5.7-litre V8 which had 330 ft-lb. of torque at 2,800 rp.m., and an available 6.5 litre turbo-diesel engines with even more torque. Still, maximum towing, capacity has increased from 3,175 kz (7,000 Ib.) to 3,946 kg (8,700 Ib.) with the 5.3-litre V8; and maximum pasload is now 773 kg (1,706 Ib.).

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THE Tahoe’s interior features improved ventilation

and faster air recirculation.

front and side airbags, side- ‘door guard beams, big outside rearview mirrors, anti-lock brakes, rear child safety locks, Passtock anti-theft system, and on 4X2 models, traction con- trol.

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As a vehicle that’s typically used for hauling cargo and . towing boat or recreational ~~ trailers, the Tahoe comes stan- dard with a powerful 275 horsepower — 4,8-lire, V8 ‘engine with 290 ft-lb. of ‘torque at. 4,000 r.p.m. : Optional is a 285-horsepower,

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Both V8 engines included a “limp-home” mode which allows them to operate for a limited time even if all the coolant is lost.

As you might expect for a 5,423 Ib. truck, fuel consump- tion is poor. Transport Canada gives the 4X4 Tahoe a city rat- ing of 17.1 litres/ 100 km (17 m.p.g.) and a highwav rating of 12.6 litres/100 km (22 mpg).

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which locks out overdrive gear and holds each gear longer to improve engine cooling and efficiency when towing. All Tahoes come with a standard seven-wire harness and 130- amp alternator. A “weight-dis- tributing™ platform hitch and heavy-duty eight-lead wiring harness with a seven-way con- nector and trailer brake control harness are available as an option.

The Tahoe's AutoTrac four- wheel-drive system offers a push-button electronic. selec- tion of 2WD, 4WD HI (part- time 4WD), 4WD LO, and Auto 4WD (full-time #WD). The latter can be engaged per- manently and won't harm the drivetrain when driving on dry pavement. ,

Power steering is standard, and on 4X4 models it includes variable-assist. A new five-link rear suspension with coil springs is designed to offer a smoother ride with fewer vibra- tions than previous Tahoes, and four-wheel-dise brakes with ABS are staridard equipment.

Driving impressions

Though it’s big and heavy, the full-size Tahoe is very easy to drive. Positive points include a responsive, quiet engine (I had a 5.3-litre V8); smooth automatic transmis- sion; quiet cabin; excellent out- ward visibility; stable handling and smooth ride; and easy-to- see controls. Even though it has a 213-mm (8.4-in.) ground clearance, the Tahoe’s substan- tial width and long wheelbase endow it with stable and sure-. footed handling and a pleasant tide — not at all like the chop- py ride you find in many com- pact and mid-sized SUVs. Its turning circle of 11.7 metres (38.3 ft.) is fairly large, but not uncommon for a full-size, AWD SUV.

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The Tahoe's tall height also offers excellent visibility fore and aft, although the nght rear head restraint impedes vision when lane-changing to the tight. The Tahoe accelerates briskly from a standing start, and ‘offers plenty of freeway merging and highway passing periormance. At highway cruis- ing speeds the V8 engine loafs along and is very quiet. However, [ found that bring- ing those 5,423 Ib. to a sudden stop required quite a bit of brake pedal effort, and required more care than in a typical pas- senger car”

The Tahoe's door openings are wide, and getting in requires a modest step-up into the cabin. The front bucket seats are wide and comfortable with a built-in folding armrest — this is handy for long drives because it allows your right arm to rest while still holding onto the steering wheel. The driving position is excellent, and the power height-adjustable seat can Le moved to the right posi- tion ‘for each driver. Two cupholders in the lower console are easy to reach without inter- fering with other controls, and there are two IZ-volt_ power points behind a cover on the lower dash area, as well as one in the cargo area.

Rear passengers that waat to enter the third row seat must pull up the right-side scat cush- ion of the second row seat and fold down the backrest. They then have to climb over the folded seatback. This is not very easy or convenient.

The rear. hatchback on my test vehicle had'a large pull- type handle’ on the outside to open it, and a leather strap on the inside to close it. The door is easy to open, but requires some effort to close.

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equipment

Tahoes come in base, LS and LT tim levels ranging in price from $32,265 for a base 4X2 model to over $50,060 for an LT 4X4 model. Base 4X4 models, which — start at $35,675, include the 4.8-litre V8, 4-speed automatic trans- mission, AutoTrac 4WD_ sys- tem; 16-inch Gres; front and side airbags; AM/FM radio; intermittent wipers; power door locks; 40/20/40 split front bench seat; 60/40 split second row bench; tit steering; electronic traction assist; and four wheel disc brakes with ABS.

Tahoe LS models add a standard 5.3-litre, V8 engine; alloy wheels; air conditioning;

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AM/FM/CD player with nine speakers; remote keyless entry; power windows; deep tinted | glass; cargo net; rear defogger; compass and temperature dis- play; upgraded cloth uphol- stery; leather-wrapped steering - wheel; roof rack; and power heated mirrors. The 2000 Tahoe LS 4X4 is priced at $42,135.

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rear heater, CD changer; and rear audio controls. The Tahoe LT is priced at $50,185.

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