2021 Chevy Tahoe High Country Duramax Is One Tempting Diesel SUV

[@mohamedbayou8533]

It's pretty rare to watch an automotive video that is informative, fun and relaxing at the same time

[@normt430]

The Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban, the GMC Yukon and Yukon XL, and the Cadillac Escalade account for 50% of all large SUV sales in the US. GM makes 340,000 of them every year and exports about 80,000 to 31 countries. They’re made in GM’s plant in Arlington, Texas, which is said to be the most profitable assembly plant in the world. We estimate they generate $20 billion in revenue for GM and about $4 billion in profits. Autoline Daily.

[@cadsux]

Better headline: "1.2 million GMT T1XX platform based vehicles built annually!", inclusive of the Colorado/Canyon & Silverado/Sierra. While it's good to have 50% of the full-size SUV market, it's really just 14 models in this segment. I'm more impressed that Toyota sold 430,000 Rav4s in the U.S. alone, which is still less than all of GM's compact SUV sales. As for mid-size SUVs, Ford sold 176,000 units, Toyota sold 136,000 units, versus the 110,000 units sold by GM.

[@normt430]

@@cadsux when you own half of the large SUV segment the profits follow. Almost Half of 2021 Cadillac Escalades Have Sold for over $100K The redesigned 2021 Escalade starts at $77,490 for the base Luxury trim, but GM reports that 43 percent of buyers paid more than $100,000 for theirs. "[The] all-new Cadillac Escalade retook market leadership in its segment in Q4," GM stated in its 2020 fourth-quarter sales report. It sold 9454 Escalades in that time, including 2020 models. GM also said the Escalade's fourth-quarter retail deliveries were up 19 percent. Car & Driver

[@alexmobil7463]

Tahoe and diesel they go together like a horse and carriage!

[@christopherprose3881]

GM always did trucks and SUVs better than their cars. Not too surprising they would give up on most of them. This is a nice looking vehicle and proves that efficient and clean diesels still have a place in the world. Too bad VW couldn't figure that out. Stuns me how much these big rigs are costing anymore. I read somewhere that they priced them high (to offer discounts later) and to help subsidize the development costs of their EVs... of which they made very little profit. Really liked the place where you taped this video. Every shot was well done and a pleasure to watch. Your red light/green light feature is still one of the best summaries in the car review industry.

[@paulm6481]

Here in Atlanta market they are charging 10,000 market adjustment fee up on top of MSRP for these, if you can find one. They sell off the shipping trucks sight unseen.

[@cjwiemer7453]

What is the reason for this ? Ppl want a diesel that bad ? According to the video it’s a couple hundred pounds less on towing from the other Tahoe models so I guess I’m interested what is it that ppl want them so bad that dealers can mark them up so high ?

[@brandonmorgan1696]

@@cjwiemer7453 all about the lack of chips. Dealers dont have a whole lot of new inventory on the lots right now.

[@rightlanehog3151]

"This is no Miata." Tom, insights like that separate your channel from ordinary KZbin riff raff. ;-)

[@DrivenCarReviews]

People get confused, I’m here to help.

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@DrivenCarReviews :-)

[@puregsr]

I still have my trusty 5 speed 97 Miata after all these years (I'm 41). People at work still make fun me, especially the girls. Oh well.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

@@puregsr If they make fun of you for that, they're not worth hanging around.

[@eyesurgeon69]

Tom has owned a Miata.

[@ianthomas7863]

I have enjoyed your reviews, for several years now. I live outside the USA, so only know the metric system, so never understand your details of each car review. But enjoy your comments, thanks Tom. 👍👍

[@JDelta87]

Never knew that about the logo. I thoroughly enjoy the fun fact(s) at the end of your reviews!

[@superstarcat7654]

My hubby had an Old Chrysler with push button transmission , 1960 I think, so the trans buttons delighted him. Really nice car. Gas engines have a push rod problems that needs attention.

[@johnlesica4657]

I wish they would bring back the two door Tahoe and Yukons for people who still want a full size suv but with a shorter wheelbase. They used to make them from 1992 thru 1999, and they were offered with a diesel option as well back then (6.5L V8 TDI). That super efficient little 3.0L Duramax would be the perfect engine for a modern day version of that vehicle!

[@Jaguar7444]

Chip shortage, lumber shortage, etc... 🤔 Maybe it's time we start conserving 😅

[@ldodom]

So blessed by your rare candor and informative point of view, Tom. Godspeed to your awesome family and channel.

[@pappaslivery]

Here in the northeast heating oil is very popular. Its similar to diesel and makes the price of diesel more expensive in winter, but cheaper in summer. Averaged out its on par with premium depending on the station /town

[@chiluco2000]

That's an incredible life supply of TP! 😁

[@williamscott7763]

Great review Tom. Love the scenery in your area!

[@williamdrijver4141]

Perfect hard button controls for the automatic airconditioning: 100 x better than all poorly designed touchscreen controlled EVs combined. This excellent and safe conservatism is one of the things I like about big SUVs and trucks.

[@Fierrosporcelular]

Best car review channel on the Tube. My go-to source for US market vehicle knowledge.

[@puregsr]

That interior is soooo much better than my 04 Tahoe that I still own. Not even exaggerating.

[@johnnyk6906]

best Taho and perfectly sized. finally a Tahoe that can compete with foreign large SUV

[@eloufirjawad]

Great review as always! Thank's Tom :)

[@wooedpursued]

Office worker doing eval. 😂

[@kristoferfc6525]

I enjoy the mature perspective of this review :)

[@alexanderkurumidi926]

Amazing reviews! Thank you!

[@tom_hoots]

Nicely done, Tom -- as always. Thanks much.

[@marcelstanford430]

This is one of the last vehicles on this Earth I would buy but I still tuned in to watch the review. Great as usual Tom!

[@reserva120]

if you were the Last Customer on earth GM wouldn't want a gay dandy boy punk like you anyway... so it all worked out fine..

[@alh06]

@@reserva120 Why so rude?

[@reserva120]

@@alh06 I think we're all human being speaking to a inner light as we are all together but apart ,Aubs why all the hate filled Judgement , you should adjust your thinking an be at peace with all things..

[@youtubehub8190]

JD Powah award

[@JakeRoot]

As a Seattle resident and diesel vehicle driver: diesel is very frequently cheaper around here than regular. It would be downright foolish to get the gasoline model, at least around here, as you'd make up the difference insanely fast.

[@hastensavoir7782]

I fancy the 5.3L V8 over the 6.2 monstrosity and efficient V6 diesel. I wonder if the diesel is as good as the new LC300’s 3.3 V6 diesel.

[@haze1123]

Great review, Tom. GM did a nice job here.

[@2steaksandwiches665]

I’ve been looking at this for about six months but diesel is still about a dollar more a gallon for us, I just don’t see the value. Might as well get the 6.2

[@shahmir2492]

But 6.2 is 14 to 18 MPG This one is 20 to 27 MPG

[@localguy123]

They need to make these for right hand drive market.

[@dbphillips]

One thing to be mindful of in the HC: it gives up almost 200 pounds in payload to the RST. Take off 800# tonque weight and 250# for fuel/DEF and it starts to matter. I agree a diesel HC doesn't make a lot of sense unless you have a light trailer, but max towing capacity is less important than tongue weight.

[@shotgunreport]

Another fine review. Thanks, Tom.

[@stephencannon3140]

Now I can fit five rolls of TP in the cargo area….a year ago you couldn’t find five rolls of TP….at least not in one stop…. FYI you can get a fully specced out Premier 4WD and save about $5,000 over High Country…….$10,000 over a Yukon Denali with similar equipment. The only major difference between Premier and HC is some options available for Premier are standard on HC. The other major differences are the 6.2 is a High Country exclusive, HUD is standard and running boards are power on HC.

[@johnvolkman7208]

Diesel is cheaper than regular in Seattle. And DEF fluid is not an issue - -

[@Rahsaun77]

Must be nice, here in Jacksonville, Fl diesel is on par with premium, sometimes 5¢-10¢ more.

[@superioraddo2381]

Nice reviews Tom but I'm still waiting for the Mercedes benz c class 2021 model there's more I have to know about that vehicle

[@osamakhalid1810]

Neat and clean review.. I like that 👌

[@Rainy_Day12234]

Nice looking, but I don’t like the idea of buttons for shifting gears. And there’s too much technology that’s simply not needed, a waste of money.

[@ForbiddenScribe]

With all these complex features I can go without them. I'd rather do everything myself you know (manually). These features simply make many people lazy and more depend on them; also another thing that'll break and cost a fortune to repair (which in turn benefits this automotive industry). But great review very in-depth.

[@nightjazzmusicbgm]

This is my favorite car model

[@M1911jln]

The push button shifter is a dealbreaker for me.

[@vince2850]

Great job tom as always! :)

[@nismonissan87]

I wonder how this would perform with deff delete 😳

[@LIBORIOBALDAZO]

Love this channel ❤️

[@diegomontoya8889]

I wonder who the Target audience is for this specific vehicle trim (High Country diesel), given the popularity of the GMC Yukon Denali...

[@paulm6481]

Someone who don’t like bling of Denali.

[@Ryan2022]

They sell every single one they make so the target audience is anyone who wants a beautiful large SUV

[@Gonzol7]

That is as big as Kansas. I will keep my MX-5. (At the end of the video, why am I still watching? I'm getting well educated, by one of the best!)

[@DrivenCarReviews]

I put that line in especially for you

[@Gonzol7]

@@DrivenCarReviews I'm flattered! Thank you!

[@Jpmpmpm]

Dream car

[@aurorajones8481]

Our world of things is about to get a lot less. Chip fabs are being built now, not to come on line until mid 22, factor in ramping up its gonna be a year and a half before relief comes in. However thats just one of several factors. The most important one is hyperinflation coming due to our over spending in mass. Ugh... crazy times indeed.

[@MysteicVoltronus]

Where did you get that smog rating because that seems off.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Off The EPA website

[@philipc239]

If to spend so much for a family suv.. might as well get the V8 for a much more satisfying soundtrack

[@Huub1e]

Tom, air ride is an option on the high country but magnetic ride is standard.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Yup, you got me Eric. Read the monroney wrong. I'll post a correction.

[@Huub1e]

@@DrivenCarReviews No problem. I've been torn on getting air ride or steel and nobody seems to have compared the two so I'm rather sensitive to the option. I'm sure it's very hard to keep this all straight with all the excellent reviews you do.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

@@Huub1e Accuracy is always paramount. Best of luck deciding.

[@danield.7359]

>12L/100km is quite a lot for a 3L Diesel and even for a car of that size. They should make the car more aerodynamic and lighter in future. I'd expect such a car to take 8L on average.

[@kentonbolte931]

Does it have its own zip code?

[@rickbelieves7652]

Love my Big Chevys. Hate my Tesla.

[@Jaguar7444]

Is it true that diesel engines last longer?

[@Fierrosporcelular]

It is. They are built tougher due to the need of endure higher pressure, and they run much slower rpm-wise, all things that help improve their durability. Low fuel consumption and high torque numbers at lower RPMs their biggest strengths. Hope you finf this useful!

[@josephrobi6806]

Look at the cost first more expensive than gas . Oil changed way more expensive everything is more with diesel. Plus how long would you keep it? Worst on pollution because they are not incorporate with electric ⚡️. Gasoline truck cheaper to fix no one keep their vehicles more than 5 years normally also cheaper running them because of electric combined less pollution that is my opinion. If you want power, speed and efficiency gas/electric or the new truck Tesla all electric and other dealers make them now. Now pollution is debatable I think electric could pollute more or the same that is debatable. Both trucks gas and diesel are great diesel are way better now for acceleration and better pollution control and low noise.

[@alexs3187]

I think it used to be true. I don’t know it’s true anymore. All engines seem to outlast the rest of the vehicle now, so that wouldn’t be a factor for me. In this case, I would still take the diesel though.

[@normt430]

@@alexs3187 the diesel might be more efficient than the 6.2l V8 with the DEF additive.

[@josephrobi6806]

@@alexs3187 Diesel are not running well in a hot weather. I bought a ford diesel in Philippines something burn in the engine just saying hot weather and I did not like it because it was very slow to accelerate. But today they are way better but I read articles that diesel don’t take the hot weather too good engine doesn’t run well and also -30 engine need to be plugged

[@vicvinegar7542]

I can deal with the toggle shifters cuz everything else is gorgeous but please can we at least get a paddle shifter. No one is going to shift gears using a button mid driving

[@samiaziz2665]

The buttons don’t shift the gears!! They limit what gear you go up to so it’s not a gear shifter

[@jacktyler7599]

Chevy mechanics I talk with seem universally frustrated with diesel emission controls, their impact on reliability and their additional maintenance costs...and that's before we inhale our next lungful of air. Reliability and simplicity used to be diesel engines' strong suits. I wouldn't expect to hitch up my step ladder, open the hood and then try to do anything more than check the oil with power plants like this.

[@rightlanehog3151]

The problems with Diesel emission systems today mirror the 1970s when catalytic converters and other new components wrestled with carburetors and other outdated technologies on gasoline engines. Eventually gas engines became cleaner and more reliable than ever before but there certainly was a messy transition period.

[@JakeRoot]

But back when reliability and simplicity were their strong suits, they were also remarkably awful for health and air quality. Now, they're far cleaner but only mildly more difficult to maintain (if it all...this comes from a long time TDI owner); it's more than a fair trade-off.

[@volocty]

@@JakeRoot Agreed! :-)

[@jellyfrosh9102]

@@JakeRoot we had no emissions on diesels for a century and people weren't dying in the streets. maybe don't huff exhaust fumes for fun and you'll be fine

[@mwilson7097]

I like to solid axle configuration I don't like the independent suspension it looks ugly from the rear underneath so I wouldn't buy the new one

[@sgtpsyop1978]

This is so discouraging. I placed an order for a Tahoe with a Duramax. Then a month later my order was cancelled due to parts shortages. The module for the blind spot alert system isn't available. The blind spot system is part of a package, so I would lose $2,800 worth of options. Which is 12 separate items. Told me they could get it if I wait 5 to 6 months. The 2022 models will be out then! So, Monday I bought an Expedition limited.

[@seanbarnes9550]

Not being rude, but you don't feel like you settled? Curious kuz I'm settled on Yukon, but keep hearing of palisade and expedition, and Lexus gx470

[@sgtpsyop1978]

@@seanbarnes9550 no, my wife loves the Expedition. The ecoboost motor has tons of power. 3rd row leg room is better too. The only thing I'm a little sad because I love the exterior of the Tahoe design. I have a 2019 silverado that I bought new and I thought it would be nice to have matching style vehicles at home. I reserved a 2022 ford lightning so they just won't match for about a year. Maybe next redesign I'll try switching back to Chevrolet.

[@patmoitry4397]

Thanks for the fun fact Tom! Amazing story! With a pattern cut on a wall a long time ago... less than 20 miles away from where I write these lines! I totally agree with you about the invention of Mr Rodolphe Chrétien Charles Diesel. Maybe you could have talked about people who live very North in the US (diesel engines and cold temperatures... not a good match!). Big car. Looks a bit boxy, don't you think? And if we start talking about carbon footprint... Well, we'll leave that matter for the next 2 to 5 generations: good luck to all! ;-)

[@DrivenCarReviews]

You live in France?

[@patmoitry4397]

@@DrivenCarReviews And you don't even remember that I invited you for a drink in Paris in the world of before...? Come on, Tommy!

[@halfglassfull]

Costco TP mission: Wipe out hate 😂😂😂

[@elliottmanning4116]

Did you park next to the Expedition on purpose? 🤣😂

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Yes

[@ears1317]

Hey Tom if noone notice , I did and I'm taking about that nice haircut 💈, Well-done

[@Gregoman89]

What? Why would the duramax tow less weight?

[@kaisarahmed6424]

Please review New bentley continental gt convertible.

[@netosouzalima237]

👏🏾👏🏾👍🏾 good job

[@MetaView7]

what is the reliability rating?

[@Ryan2022]

It’s a brand new model. Just get a Toyota and stop wasting our time please

[@ronaldramos4148]

Nice SUV ..I LIKE IT

[@superioraddo2381]

Woow very heavy and extremely good car

[@wilsonsamuel2469]

Makes me wonder if Toyota Sequoia and Nissan Armada would try to copy it and bring Diesel Engine versions.

[@bigpapaporsche1]

I am disappointed with your review, but plan to keep an eye open and learn by myself. You didn't mention the Exhaust Brake, why? Also the Electronic Braking Assist System for Towing make me wonder. Finally SUV in this size are getting ridiculously big, they don't fit inside a lot of Garages and look like monster trucks/ The 3.0 Lire Diesel is fantastic.

[@puregsr]

Wait, diesel so it's got torque and great for towing and it tows a few hundred pounds less than other Tahoe's? Hmm

[@cjwiemer7453]

I also noticed that was kinda confused on that one. I get that it’s a turbo v6 compared to a v8 but if it can’t tow as much what exactly is the point ?

[@volocty]

@@cjwiemer7453 The function of a diesel is more about sustained pulling power. The max tow weight might be lower for this 3.0L motor, but the amount of effort is far superior to the gas model, almost like a sprinter vs a marathon runner. :-)

[@gfinnstrom]

nice vehicle except the dumbass panorama roof would not own nor drive one

[@krifferb1980]

excellent fun fact

[@crazyone1067]

The rear of this Gen SUV looks out of proportion.

[@jerryfuentes1985]

I love the new 3.0 duramax sadly I see these engine with a big flaw. They designed this engine with internal belt and chain driven for the timing.And to top it off it’s all behind the engine.They should of went with gear driven instead of the belts and chains. Gear driven timing are known to last for over a million miles chains and belts won’t even make it to 200k if even that.

[@jellyfrosh9102]

the emissions will kill your engine long before the belt does.

[@jazzjokesjalopies]

A diesel truck calls for shorter hair 💈. Nothing Tom won’t do for a great review.

[@nevco8774]

Do I assume correctly that the "some minivans" are roomier for luggage vs this Tahoe is the gasoline version of Chrysler Pacifica with stow-and-go second and third rows? Assuming the towing is not needed the PHEV version of Pacifica allows second row of seats to be entirely removed thus having the same cargo capacity as gasoline version.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Some minivans (Sienna and some models of Carnival) have middle row seats that can't be removed. That eats into cargo ability. Pacifica Hybrid has seats that are removable, the standard version's mid row folds into the floor.

[@amcarthur1716]

gasoline is absurdly expensive

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Tell me what else you can get for $3.00 a gallon.

[@joegondo7985]

Deer says..are you nuts driving a vehicle like that😥

[@BrogeKilrain]

Looks like those old GM uncomfortable seats and I bet loud noisy buzzers I hate. Why I just bought a RAM pickup. Did you know Costco just cut 20 sheets out of those paper towel rolls ?

[@xanderunderwoods3363]

This is a fantastic vehicle in Alaska where I live. Excellent video as always Tom. 😎🏁🏞️

[@gabetaylor7922]

I spy Lake Alice Rd in Fall City, WA

[@jody024]

Do Americans care about diesel at all if its not a Van or Semi Truck?

[@davidlusk4350]

In larger trucks like f250 or ram, or chevy silverado hd yes. We love our big burly diesel engines. But we use them more for towing campers, big loads that tire out gas engines

[@wyattearp1418]

GREAT!

[@michael4192]

Why do they have to add those disgusting buttons for shifters?

[@mauricewhite2590]

Single sunroof

[@Naza_44]

Beautiful vehicle but I'd go for the Toyota Landcruiser or the Lexus GX460 which offers comfort and luxury and that off road capability just in case.

[@Toyeboy89]

And more reliability for sure

[@paigenancy60paige40]

They average 250,000 miles 🤔

[@richardmckrell4899]

Still making the Tahoe?

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Uh huh. Ford still makes F150 too.

[@joseramonpradorickemberg7655]

La electrica cuando.

[@capnsmashem3284]

The Tahoe to get has a v8 without that stupid cylinder deactivation solenoid assembly in the valley that likes to fail frequently, or gush oil after 70k miles lol. What I am sayin is... the last great tahoe was made before 2005. Bummer dude.

[@capnsmashem3284]

On the bright side that diesel is almost as powerful as the old v8, but it needs a turbo to make that power(extra wearable parts that are also expensive), and the fuel mileage sounds great until you see the price of a bottle of that stupid fuel aditive that goes in the blue hole there... Spend half the cost of the modern tahoe blinging out an 04 LT with a 5.3, and you'll have yourself a way better vehicle that will outlive the new ones.

[@CVas-ic7vd]

Calling me a thief?

[@barryw9473]

I’ll consider a Tahoe when it is a BEV. GM is working on it, right?

[@DrivenCarReviews]

In the GM promos, there's the silhouette of what looks like a large SUV. And since the pickup has been confirmed...

[@iBJanky]

How the heck can people afford this? I wish I had $80k to spend on a vehicle.

[@Ryan2022]

Well there are a lot of people in United States that do well financially and 80 K is expensive I agree with you but there is creative financing and leasing I guess it depends on your station in life and how much you actually want to put towards a vehicle vs Other things and how much you can afford

[@kn7gez]

Money pit in services 😱

[@Ryan2022]

So buy a Toyota shut up

[@mauricewhite2590]

1 sunroof

[@tmklunk]

I bought my first house for $82,000

[@فوائدسريعة-و3م]

قبيلة حرب هم الاوس والخزرج و هم انصار الله ورسَوله؟ شاعر الرسول...... هو حسان بن ثابت بن المنذر بن حرام الخزرجي. خطيب الرسول..... ثابت بن قيس بن شماس و كان يلّقب بخطيب الأنصار، وهو ممّن شهد لهم النبيّ صلى الله عليه وسلم بالجنّة، وقد كان يتميَّز بصوته الجهوري. فارس الرسول... قتادة الحارث بن ربعي الأنصاري صحابي من الأنصار من بني سلمة من الخزرج. ومن الدلائل أن قبيلة حرب هم نفس الأنصار تطابق تقسيمات الأنصار مع قبيلة حرب وتواجدهم في نفس الديار وتطابق نفس الأسماء وعلى سبيل المثال: بنو سالم الأنصارية = بني سالم الحربيه وبنفس الديار بنو سهل = السِهلي بكسر السين بنو ساعد = الساعدي بنو عمرو = العمري بنو عوف= العوفي مزينة = المزُني وكذلك من تسميات الاوس والخزرج و لا زال نفسها في حرب.... بنوعبدالله وبنو اسلم وبنو كليب وبنو فراس وزبالة والمعبدي وبنو النجار وبنو جابر و رحيلة اللي هم الرحيلي وغيرها كثير.........٢٠٢٠٢٩٢٩٢

[@robgrear1142]

These $80 K+ vehicles are for 1) Business owners, 2) Doctors, and 3) “Hyper-consumers”...people with more money than sense.

[@davidlusk4350]

Or their money let them buy what they want and don't worry about others! And big discounts are heavy on these. So they'll last for 7 years before major issues and you'll have plenty of comfort and joy of safe travels

[@herme99]

"we're gonna need more bog roll...."