Swant Graber · Barron, Wisconsin
Chevrolet Tahoe & Suburban Buyer's Guide (2026–2027)
Last verified October 22, 2026 · Swant Graber Motors, Barron, WI
The 2027 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban are full-size three-row SUVs with the same six trims and three engines (5.3L V8, 6.2L V8, 3.0L Duramax diesel); the Tahoe tows up to 8,400 lbs and the longer Suburban up to 8,200 lbs. Swant Graber Motors in Barron, WI checked every figure against chevrolet.com, Chevrolet's Trailering Guide and the EPA. New vehicles at Swant Graber Motors are sold at invoice with no dealer add-ons.
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| Quick fact | Answer |
|---|---|
| 2027 trims (both) | LS, LT, RST, Z71, Premier, High Country |
| Engines | 5.3L V8 (355 hp / 383 lb-ft) standard except High Country; 6.2L V8 (420 hp / 460 lb-ft) standard on High Country; 3.0L Duramax turbo-diesel (305 hp / 495 lb-ft); all 10-speed |
| Max towing | Tahoe 8,400 lbs; Suburban 8,200 lbs (Max Trailering Package) |
| Seating | 8 standard; 7 or 9 available |
| Size | Tahoe 211.3" long, 122.7 cu ft max cargo; Suburban 226.3" long, 144.5 cu ft max cargo |
| Built in | Arlington, Texas |
| Pricing at Swant Graber | New vehicles sold at invoice, no dealer add-ons; doc fee $127.50 |
Tahoe vs. Suburban: which one?
The Tahoe and Suburban share engines, trims and interiors; the Suburban is 15 inches longer (226.3" vs. 211.3") and has 41.5 cu ft behind the third row, so families who fill all three rows and still need cargo space buy the Suburban, and everyone else saves length with the Tahoe.
| Tahoe | Suburban | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 211.3" | 226.3" |
| Max cargo | 122.7 cu ft | 144.5 cu ft |
| Behind 2nd row | — | 93.8 cu ft |
| Behind 3rd row | — | 41.5 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 5,509–5,882 lbs | 5,680–6,053 lbs |
| Max towing | 8,400 lbs | 8,200 lbs |
chevrolet.com 2027 specifications.
2027 Tahoe and Suburban trims
Both SUVs come in six trims (LS, LT, RST, Z71, Premier and High Country); the Z71 is the off-road trim with a two-speed Autotrac transfer case, and the High Country gets the 6.2L V8, Magnetic Ride Control and a 15-inch head-up display.
| Trim | What Chevrolet highlights |
|---|---|
| LS | 5.3L V8, 17.7" touchscreen, 11" driver display, adaptive cruise control |
| LT | Leather-appointed seats, heated and ventilated front seats, power liftgate |
| RST | Black styling, available 24" wheels; heated and ventilated front seats |
| Z71 | 20" all-terrain tires, skid plate, red recovery hooks, high approach-angle front fascia, Autotrac 2-speed transfer case, Hill Descent Control |
| Premier | Power sliding center console, heated second-row buckets, captain's chairs standard |
| High Country | 6.2L V8, Magnetic Ride Control (Four-Corner Air Ride available), 15" head-up display, real wood décor |
chevrolet.com 2027. Captain's chairs available on LT, RST and Z71; standard on Premier and High Country.
Tahoe RST Performance Edition: 433 hp / 467 lb-ft, Four-Corner Air Ride and Brembo front brakes, per Chevrolet. More: Tahoe trims explained.
Tahoe and Suburban engines, towing and mpg
Chevrolet offers three engines, all with a 10-speed automatic: the standard 5.3L V8, the 420-hp 6.2L V8 (premium fuel) and the 3.0L Duramax diesel, which is the efficiency pick at up to 24 mpg highway and 624 miles of highway range in the Tahoe.
| Engine | Tahoe 2WD | Tahoe 4WD | Suburban 2WD | Suburban 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.3L V8 | 7,900 | 7,700 | 7,700 | 7,500 |
| 5.3L V8 + Max Trailering | 8,400 | 8,200 | 8,200 | 8,000 |
| 6.2L V8 | 7,700 | 7,600 | 7,500 | 7,300 |
| 6.2L V8 + Max Trailering | 8,200 | 8,100 | 8,000 | 7,800 |
| 3.0L Duramax diesel | 8,200 | 7,900 | 8,100 | 7,800 |
| 3.0L Duramax + Max Trailering | 8,200 | 8,000 | 8,100 | 7,800 |
Pounds, Chevrolet 2026 Trailering Guide; chevrolet.com lists the same 8,400 / 8,200-lb maximums for 2027. Max tongue weight 1,250 lbs; weight-distributing hitch required above 600 lbs.
| 2027 EPA (city/hwy/comb) | Tahoe 2WD | Tahoe 4WD | Suburban 2WD | Suburban 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.3L V8 | 15/20/17 | 15/19/17 | 15/20/17 | 14/19/16 |
| 6.2L V8 (premium) | 15/20/17 | 14/18/16 | 15/19/16 | 14/18/16 |
| 3.0L Duramax | 22/26/24 | 20/24/22 | 21/26/23 | 20/24/22 |
EPA fueleconomy.gov 2027.
2026 vs. 2027 Tahoe and Suburban: what changed
The 2027 Tahoe and Suburban carry over the 2025 refresh's design, engines and EPA ratings; Chevrolet's 2027 pages add Super Cruise availability with the 3.0L Duramax and list heated and ventilated front seats on RST.
- Super Cruise with trailering is now available with the 3.0L Duramax diesel, per chevrolet.com.
- RST: heated and ventilated perforated-leather front seats (chevrolet.com lists them on RST, Premier and High Country).
- EPA ratings are unchanged from 2026.
- Order-guide details (packages, colors) are summarized in our conflicts log until we confirm them from GM's 2027 order guide.
Used Tahoe and Suburban: generations and years to target
The current generation was all-new for 2021, bringing an independent rear suspension, far more third-row room and the first 3.0L Duramax; the 2025 refresh added the 17.7-inch screen and a stronger 305-hp diesel, so 2025–2026 is the late-model sweet spot and 2021–2024 is the value buy.
| Years | What to know |
|---|---|
| 2021–2024 | All-new generation: independent rear suspension, 66% more cargo room behind the third row (Tahoe), 10.2" touchscreen, 3.0L Duramax (277 hp). |
| 2025–2026 | Refresh: 17.7" touchscreen, new styling, 305-hp / 495 lb-ft Duramax, Z71 diesel available. |
| 2027 | Carryover with package changes. |
Chevrolet/GM media. Recall history: used Tahoe/Suburban recalls by year.
Certified used Tahoe or Suburban: how CPO changes the decision
A used Tahoe or Suburban under 10 model years and 100,000 miles can be CarBravo certified at Swant Graber Motors in Barron, which adds a 12-month/12,000-mile Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty with no deductible after a 126-item inspection.
- CarBravo certified: under 10 model years and 100,000 miles, 126-item inspection, 12-month/12,000-mile Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty, no deductible.
- BravoBudget: 10–15 model years and/or 100,000–150,000 miles, 62-point inspection, 30-day/1,000-mile Powertrain Limited Warranty.
- Swant Graber Motors honors CarBravo's 10-day/500-mile Vehicle Exchange Program: within 10 days or 500 miles of purchase, whichever comes first; it's an exchange, not a refund.
- Non-certified used vehicles at Swant Graber include 45 days / 5,000 miles powertrain, on used units 10 model years or newer with under 150,000 miles. See dealer for details.
How it changes the decision: a certified late-model truck or SUV narrows the gap with new on peace of mind, so compare a CarBravo unit's remaining factory coverage plus the CarBravo warranty against a new vehicle's 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper and 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain coverage. CarBravo at Swant Graber · warranty guide
Also see: CarBravo used Tahoe/Suburban guide · Tahoe/Suburban recalls by year · CarBravo vs. Blue Advantage vs. Stellantis CPO. Check open recalls on any VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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Owning a Tahoe or Suburban in northwest Wisconsin
Around Barron County, a 4WD Tahoe or Suburban with the Max Trailering Package tows a camper, boat or ice house up to about 8,000 lbs, and the Z71's two-speed transfer case and skid plate help on unplowed and gravel roads.
- 4WD Tahoe ratings run 7,600–8,200 lbs; Suburban 4WD 7,300–8,000 lbs (Chevrolet).
- Air Ride Adaptive Suspension (available on Z71, RST and High Country) levels the SUV with a trailer.
- Diesel owners: plug in a block heater below zero; ask us to confirm one on the vehicle you're considering.
- Plan a spring underbody wash after salt season.
Local guides: Towing an ice house and driving on lake ice · 4WD modes in winter · Winter vehicle prep · Snowmobile trailer towing in Wisconsin · Winter prep and block heater service.
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The short answer
Chevrolet lists six 2027 Tahoe models: LS ($61,500), LT ($64,500), RST ($69,900), Z71 ($71,500), Premier ($76,400) and High Country ($84,500).
Engines, per Chevrolet: 5.3L V8 (355 hp, 383 lb-ft) standard; 6.2L V8 (420 hp, 460 lb-ft) standard on High Country and available on RST, Z71 and Premier; Duramax 3.0L turbo-diesel (305 hp, 495 lb-ft, up to 624 EPA-est. highway miles per tank) available on LT, RST, Z71, Premier and High Country.
All six models
| Model | Starts at | Chevrolet highlights |
|---|---|---|
| LS | $61,500 | 5.3L V8 (355 hp) with 10-speed Allison; 17.7-in touchscreen; adaptive cruise; HD Surround Vision |
| LT | $64,500 | Leather; heated front buckets; power liftgate; captain's chairs and Duramax available |
| RST | $69,900 | Heated and ventilated front seats; blacked-out styling; 6.2L V8 available |
| Z71 | $71,500 | 20-in all-terrain tires; skid plate and recovery hooks; Autotrac two-speed transfer case; air ride available |
| Premier | $76,400 | Heated/ventilated front, heated second-row buckets; Bose 10-speaker; captain's chairs standard |
| High Country | $84,500 | 6.2L V8 (420 hp) standard; Magnetic Ride Control; captain's chairs standard |
Starting prices are manufacturer MSRPs as listed on the brand site on Oct 11, 2026; they exclude tax, title, license, dealer fees and options, and change often. Swant Graber prices new vehicles at invoice with no dealer add-ons; ask for an itemized quote.
Which engine?
| Engine | Output | Where |
|---|---|---|
| 5.3L V8 | 355 hp, 383 lb-ft | Standard (LS and up) |
| 6.2L V8 | 420 hp, 460 lb-ft | Standard on High Country; available RST, Z71, Premier |
| Duramax 3.0L turbo-diesel | 305 hp, 495 lb-ft; up to 624 mi EPA-est. highway range | Available LT, RST, Z71, Premier, High Country |
Bench or captain's chairs
Chevrolet says captain's chairs are available on LT, RST and Z71 and standard on Premier and High Country. Bring your car seats; compare with the Suburban and Ford Expedition in our three-row SUV guide.
More questions
Which Tahoe has the diesel?
Chevrolet lists the Duramax 3.0L turbo-diesel as available on LT, RST, Z71, Premier and High Country.
Does the Tahoe have captain's chairs?
Available on LT, RST and Z71; standard on Premier and High Country, per Chevrolet.
Frequently asked questions
How much can a 2027 Tahoe tow?
Up to 8,400 lbs (2WD, 5.3L V8, Max Trailering Package), per Chevrolet. 4WD Tahoes are rated up to 8,200 lbs.
How much can a 2027 Suburban tow?
Up to 8,200 lbs, per chevrolet.com.
What's the difference between a Tahoe and a Suburban?
Length and cargo: the Suburban is 226.3" long with 144.5 cu ft of max cargo; the Tahoe is 211.3" with 122.7 cu ft. Engines and trims are the same.
Which Tahoe gets the best mpg?
The 3.0L Duramax 2WD: 22/26/24 mpg (EPA 2027).
Does the Tahoe seat 8?
Yes, 8 standard; 7 (captain's chairs) or 9 available.
What gas does the 6.2L take?
Premium 91 octane; the 5.3L takes regular 87, per Chevrolet.
What years of used Tahoe are best?
2021 and newer for the current generation; 2025 and newer for the 17.7-inch screen and 305-hp diesel.
Where can I buy a Tahoe or Suburban near Rice Lake?
Swant Graber Motors, 1690 E Division Ave, Barron, WI. Call 715-537-5657.
How does Swant Graber price a new Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban?
Swant Graber Motors in Barron, WI sells new vehicles at invoice with no dealer add-ons. Taxes, title, registration and the $127.50 doc fee are extra.
Sources and verification
Last verified October 22, 2026 by Swant Graber Auto Group against these manufacturer and government sources. Features, ratings and availability can change; the window sticker and door-jamb labels on the exact vehicle govern.
- Chevrolet.com: 2027 Tahoe (models, engines, specifications, FAQ) (retrieved Oct 22, 2026)
- Chevrolet.com: 2027 Suburban (models, engines, specifications, FAQ) (retrieved Oct 22, 2026)
- Chevrolet: 2026 Trailering Guide v2 (Suburban/Tahoe trailer weight ratings)
- Chevrolet Newsroom: Meet the new 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban (Nov. 29, 2023; updated Aug. 2024) (2025 refresh)
- GM Media: All-new 2021 Tahoe product information (generation history)
- EPA fueleconomy.gov: 2027 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban
- CarBravo: Used Car Warranties (GM) (program terms, retrieved Oct 2026)
- NHTSA recall lookup by VIN
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