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There is no doubt that Americans love it big and it’s no surprise that the Detroit-based U.S. auto giant, General Motors (GM), is giving the people what they want as Chevrolet, last week, revealed the new Tahoe Custom special edition for the 2018 model year. The new Tahoe Custom, according to a statement issued in Detroit, is intended for discerning buyers who want the un-compromised capability of Chevrolet trucks and SUVs in a great looking package at an outstanding value.
“The Tahoe Custom is a response to strong customer demand for Tahoe, as well as the full-size SUV segment moving upmarket,” Chevrolet Trucks Marketing Director, Sandor Piszar, said. “In the past five years, the average transaction price for the segment has climbed fueled by customer appetite for features like heated and cooled seats, adaptive cruise control and a head-up display. This created an unmet need in the marketplace for customers who want the cargo and towing capability of a full-size SUV to go camping, boating or off-roading but don’t necessarily want all of the option content offered on a Tahoe Premier.”
GM disclosed that the 2018 Tahoe Custom, which will arrive Chevrolet dealerships across the U.S. as from September 2017, will go for a starting price of $44,995, including $1,295 destination fee, and is coming standard with 6,600 pounds of towing capacity (up to 8,600 pounds of towing with max trailering package), a maximum of 112 cubic feet of cargo space and a 355-hp, 5.3L V-8 engine that delivers an expected segment-leading 23 mpg highway based on EPA estimates.
The Tahoe Custom, the auto giant added, is also based on the LS trim and adds 18-inch painted aluminum wheels, all-season tires and a chrome-accented grille. It also features a third-row seat that has been removed, increasing cargo space behind the second row to a substantial 54 cubic feet for added utility.
Tahoe Custom also comes with a suite of connectivity technologies including:
- Apple CarPlay & Android Auto compatibility
- 4G LTE connectivity with Wi-Fi hotspot (includes three-month/3G data trial)
- 8-inch color touchscreen radio
- Standard rear-vision camera
- Standard remote start
- Standard teen driver mode
- Available Enhanced Driver Alert Package that features Forward Collision Alert, Safety Alert Driver Seat, IntelliBeam headlamps with automatic high-beam control, Lane Keep Assist and Low-Speed Forward Automatic Braking
- Up to five USB ports and five power outlets — including a 110-volt three-prong outlet — to support electronic devices of all kinds (up to 11 charging locations)
Vehicle Highlights
- Offered in LS, 2WD and 4WD configurations
- Standard 5.3L V-8 engine with direct injection and Active Fuel Management provides 355 horsepower and segment-leading fuel economy: EPA estimated 23 mpg highway
- Cargo space behind the second row has 54 cubic feet of space
- Standard front active aero shutters enhance aerodynamics on the highway
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability through MyLink displays messages, music, maps and more on the multi color screen
- 4G LTE connectivity with Wi-Fi hotspot (includes three-month/3G data trial)
- Standard Rear Seat Reminder
- Standard 8-inch color touchscreen radio
- Up to five USB ports and five power outlets — including a 110-volt three-prong outlet — to support electronic devices of all kinds (up to 11 charging locations)
- Standard remote start
- Standard Teen Driver feature
Safety Features
- Standard front and side-impact air bags for driver and front passenger with front-center air bag and head curtain side-impact air bags for all rows
- Available Enhanced Driver Alert Package that features Forward Collision Alert, Safety Alert Driver Seat, IntelliBeam headlamps with automatic high-beam control, Lane Keep Assist and Low-Speed Forward Automatic Braking
- Standard rear-vision camera
- Standard tire pressure monitor includes tire fill alert
