Used 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe Base for sale 

The 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe SUV is spread across three trims, namely LS, LT, and LTZ. The base LS comes at a price of $38,755 and includes standard features such as 17-inch alloy wheels, Bluetooth connectivity, satellite Radio, Tri-zone manual climate control A/C, and many more. The top-end LTZ is priced at $52,970, which is a major difference in price from the base variant. 

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We recommend you go with the intermediate LT variant. As per our research, we found it to be a better option among the three variants. Having a price sticker of $43,905, it includes many premium features like leather upholstery, 9-speaker Bose Sound System, and Tri-zone automatic climate control which make it a better value for money deal. 

The 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is powered by a 5.3 Liter V8 engine generating 320 horsepower and 335 lb-ft of torque. Powering the rear wheels of the car, the engine is mated to a 6-speed shiftable automatic transmission.

The car is lively in acceleration and can maneuver quite easily. The SUV touches the 60 mph mark in 8.1 seconds and completes the quarter-mile in 15.9 seconds.

It has composed handling, and there is a very less amount of body roll during cornering. The Tahoe has enough power to haul its passengers and a large amount of cargo. The towing capacity happens to be 8,500 pounds. In comparison, the Toyota Sequoia is the most powerful vehicle in the segment with the highest output on the offer of 381 hp and 401 lb-ft of torque.

The 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe delivers a fuel economy of 15 mpg in the city, 21 mpg on the highway, and 17 mpg combined. The fuel economy of Tahoe is excellent in the class. The Toyota Sequoia with its 5.7 Liter V8 engine delivers 13 mpg in the city, 18 mpg on the highway, and 15 mpg combined. The Chevrolet Tahoe comes with a fuel tank capacity of 26 gallons and offers a range of 390 mile in the city and 546 miles on the highway, which is the same as its GM twin GMC.

Here, the Chevrolet Tahoe is the most fuel-efficient SUV in the segment. It has a great fuel economy figure both in cities and highways and can be said to be the segment best. The Ford Expedition occupies the second position, followed by the Toyota Sequoia, which ranks the last. However, the Ford Expedition has the highest tank capacity on offer. 

The 2012 Chevrolet can seat up to nine passengers in total if it is equipped with front-row bench seats. The cabin and interior are nice. It has an upscale design, and the materials are of top-notch quality. The cabin is fairly spacious.

The SUV comes with a cargo capacity of 16.9 cubic feet behind the third-row seats which can be enhanced by folding down the second and third-row seats whenever needed.

The seats of the Tahoe are comfortable and supportive. The second row of seats is also roomy. The third row of seats is easily accessible, but it is not very spacious. In terms of cargo space, both the Chevrolet Tahoe and the GMC Yukon offer the same space. The Toyota Sequoia has the highest cargo space in the segment of 18.9 cu-ft. Some major interior features include:

• Dual-zone A/C
• Rear A/C
• Cloth Upholstery
• Driver Lumbar Support
• Heated front seats(optional)

Infotainment

The infotainment system of the 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe consists of a 6-speaker sound system with CD Player. Other standard features include Bluetooth connectivity, OnStar system, Satellite Radio, auxiliary audio jack, and USB/iPod audio interface. On the list of available features include a rear-seat entertainment system and a 9-speaker Bose Stereo System. Some of the important infotainment features are:

• 6-speaker sound system
• CD Player
• Bluetooth connectivity
• Auxiliary Audio Input
• Satellite Radio
• USB/iPod interface
• Rear-seat entertainment system(optional)
• 9-speaker Bose Stereo System(optional)

The 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe rolls on a set of 17-inch alloy wheels. It resembles a rectangular boxy design, one that can be seen on larger SUVs with square-shaped headlights at the front.

All three pillars make it look distinctive, giving it a look of a proper big SUV. Though for its contemporary design, it may not be that appealing but is still handsome when compared to its rivals. 

In terms of curb weight, the Toyota Sequoia ranks the highest in the segment. The Ford Expedition takes the second position, followed by the Yukon and Tahoe with exactly the same curb weight. The Tahoe is also great in offering ground clearance but could not compete with the Sequoia which offers a segment-leading figure of 9.9 inches. Some of the major exterior features include:

• 17-inch alloy wheels
• Roof rails
• Fog lamps
• Locking rear differential(optional)
• Air-suspension(optional)

In the crash-tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration(NHTSA), the 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe has earned a four out of five stars rating. It also includes five stars for overall frontal impact and five for overall side-impact protection. The Tahoe has not been tested by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety(IIHS). Some of the safety features of the Chevrolet Tahoe are:

• Traction Control
• Stability Control
• Tire Pressure Monitoring system
• Anti-lock disc brakes
• On-star emergency telematics
• Front seat airbags
• Curtain side airbags

The Chevrolet Tahoe is a good SUV known for its lively handling. Coming at an affordable price segment, it has a lot of things on offer. A lively and peppy engine, composed handling, and a relatively low turning radius make it a sweet spot for many buyers. It also comes equipped with one of the best interiors of the class, having superior built quality and the presence of high-quality materials. All in all, the SUV is worth consideration in the segment.