I Get The New Chevy Tahoe Z71 Snowy & Muddy To Find Out If It's The BEST Family-Hauling Off-Roader!

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( tfl-studios.com/ ) If you need to go off-road and an option like the Bronco and Wrangler are just too small, what's your best option? Tommy finds out if the 2022 Chevy Tahoe Z71 is the best three-row SUV that can still hack it when the going gets tough on the mud and snow.
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[@scottbast3678]

I really like the way you guys are doing the "try everything in snow!"- since for me that is what i look for living in wi.

[@WW-wf8tu]

It does seem to go against their previous years of "we cannot test this or that because it is to dangerous in the snow" mentality.

[@scottbast3678]

@W W really? I didnt know they did that. Maybe they feel better now since they have land.

[@joshsmith2045]

They need to test the tahoe z71, Wagoneer overland, Sequoia trd, expedition timberline, and Armada pro4. A Battle of the giants

[@bryanmesser7098]

That would be awesome to see

[@maxospreys2964]

That Sequoia TRD is a bad ass

[@jamesbeaman6337]

How about the Yukon AT4?

[@richardwoodworth549]

And the Expedition Timberline...

[@brohammer]

There isn’t an armada pro4

[@blueridge8992]

Dude, Tommy, you are such a good reviewer. I’ve been watching TFL since the VERY beginning so I naturally watched your progression into a full time host, and man, you’ve grown into this role so incredibly well. Props man.

[@gnm02]

I thought the 2wd, 4wd, 4wd auto stacked comparison was awesome! Really demonstrated the differences in performance

[@youarerightboss]

Truly appreciate that monstrous 6.2 liter ecotec V-8 naturally aspirated engine employing 420 horsepower coupled with 460 lb.ft. of torque. Good job, Tommy, and Thank You.

[@Enchanted3DPrints]

Always loved my tahoes and suburbans. Back in the day they were affordable used and great all around vehicles

[@Wecouldusemorethinking]

Finally a video worth watching. Really been missing your off road reviews like this one

[@scherfcom]

I love it. The Z71 Tahoe is an awesome SUV and performance (on-ramp and passing, etc.) even with the 5.3L V8 is perfectly fine and sounds nice too. I'm using 91 octane (usually 76 or Chevron) and engine (5.3L V8) is smooth and powerful and gets good gas mileage that way. In a snow storm it performed perfectly well like on rails with Auto 4WD on, didn't slip once. Together with my now second 2021 Tahoe Z71 I've driven a combined total of over 14,000 miles (each 7,000) now (the first one had the Auto-Start which I hated and you could turn it off every time you started it up, but that was a hassle; the second one was manufactured in late June 2021 and doesn't have the Auto-Start anymore so I'm very happy with that, and the second one also has the rear entertainment system and is in the triple white iridescent pearl which for whatever reason is looking much better showing less dirt/dust than the first one we had which was in summit white, ... no clue why, but that's just how it looks). Don't forget, you do want to get the gigantic panorama roof ... it just gives you that open air feeling. Again, it's an awesome SUV.

[@toddbob55]

GM products are garbage dude....

[@scherfcom]

@@toddbob55 Sorry to hear that you had a bad experience with GM products. Tens of millions of satisfied customers disagree with you.

[@mybro727]

@@toddbob55 _That _ must be the reason you flocked here to witness the Chevrolet Tahoe effortlessly dance in snow! 🤣

[@off-roadingcars]

TOMMY! TOMMY! What an awesome review. You packed in so much useful information in just 17 minutes! Unbelievable. You just set the high bar for automotive reviews. Great job.

[@TFLoffroad]

Thanks!! -Tommy

[@2k7duramax]

Just got my 6.2L Yukon AT4 the other day, so far I love it.

[@TheBabadush]

This is the first generation of Tahoe I've liked in a long time. It's nice to see it does well off road too.

[@Wicked_RotF30]

00-06 were the best imo. So much so, I just bought an 05 Suburban Z71.

[@ADM-wt9cn]

Agree, this one looks SICK

[@FreakyT333]

Love it, love the 6.2l, it’s my favorite V8 available from any manufacturer right now and my driveway is full of Mopar/Powerstroke…

[@brandonmcfarland5200]

That Tahoe Z71 Is A Must Off-Road Worthy.

[@garyschatz3718]

Tommy’s segments are getting so much better. Great job!

[@billwilson4859]

Great video. Thorough, informative and entertaining. I agree, 6.2 L is the way to go. Looks like a very capable people mover, be it a little pricey, but seems to be worth it.

[@kevinklein9565]

I love watching the videos of the car driving around! The explanations are nice, but I love the b roll of the car in action

[@honeydew4084]

Excellent review! I love that we also got a good look under the truck too. Thank you!

[@johnmcwade222]

Tommy we have a 2022 Chevy Tahoe Z71 with 5.3L, 355hp and it’s plenty of enough to have fun with and get around. We love our truck. Best Chevy Tahoe they have made to date. I would like to see a video of the same truck with the 3.0L Duramax Diesel. Great video.

[@brambersig5014]

The best detailed video out there.

[@orrinbelcher6593]

Great video fun and and informative, superbly done.

[@stevenlewis6781]

Just bought one. ‘24 Z71 very similar to this one, but with the 5.3. Thanks for the great review, it cleared up a lot of my questions.

[@tka1979]

Great video. Informative. Thanks for sharing.

[@ssgunner3222]

Great vid and love the lsd section. Cant wait to try mine.

[@mr2gud2u]

The third row is amazing it looks like a people mover. The LSD is nice touch, but GM should have given it a proper rear e-locker. I'd love to see the Z71 head to head against the Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro on a challenging trail. Maybe the razor rocks?

[@CarnutMM]

The Z71 used to come with an automatic locking differential.

[@mr2gud2u]

@LSanti Wasn't that a G20 diff? I understand why they couldn't just slap that same diff in a IS rear.

[@CarnutMM]

@@mr2gud2u yes it was the g20. Even though it is IS it can still use the same differential.

[@scarharting5577]

@@CarnutMM Both the truck locker and the car limited slip were labeled G20.

[@someguy9440]

I'd hazard a guess that the warranty claims (and fighting) over people driving on pavement with the rear diff locked up exceeded the performance advantage over the LSD. Anyway, with the traction control systems these days, I'm not sure it's buying you that much when combined with the LSD.

[@nourgad8022]

greeting . Brilliant and simple explanation and good photography

[@Moon222]

the 2wd/4wd/auto comparison was awesome.

[@mickydclement]

I think it would be cool to test this against and older 3 row 4x4, like and older Lexus gx470 and/or an older Ford Excursion. That would be pretty rad.

[@BurntTransGarage]

Good review, fellas. In-depth as always. Really wish GM would offer that 6.2L in lesser-optioned trucks.

[@JakeDrives1]

Offering it in Z71 and RST is a huge step in itself. Give it another year or two and I bet you’ll get your wish!

[@dyllannawrot7899]

They do, in a Custom Trailboss.

[@maximeparent3004]

All these truck and full size SUV going with buttons gear selector that takes place just show me how the traditional column shifter is the best.

[@IsaacRodriguez89]

I’m looking forward to see the trails this beast can handle.

[@robervin9107]

Phenomenal job tommy

[@aishafazalk]

As an owner of this aggressive beast, I must say I love love love this !

[@xJG91x]

That thing looks amazing

[@DuaneCaldwell]

Seems to be more family-friendly pricing than the new Grand Wagoneer line. I'd love to see a TFL Offroad comparo between this Z71 and a similar spec Grand Wagoneer, if it exists. BTW Tommy, when you air down these fleet demo trucks, what do you use to air back up?

[@boomer8393]

My 2000 Chevy 4x4 1500 Suburban 5.3 (Roberta) has well over 250,000 miles on it; 1-qt Marvel Mystery Oil, with Castrol High Mileage and Berryman's Fuel System Cleaner a couple times a year and she purrs like a kitten. Perfect kayaking, fishing, biking, hunting, camping and travel companion. Best of all..? Paid for and I can perform most maintenance myself.

[@psfanboy79]

Ok? Whats your point?

[@pechmichaelchristina2640]

Nice review. For 72k that needs to have a pano roof and cooled seats.

[@PsychicWarrior100]

THank you Tommy - great review :-)

[@someguy9440]

Looks great. Sounds great. Is great. Well done, Chevy.

[@michaelmelling9333]

Great review!

[@1CrazyDudeYo]

Volume buttons behind the steering wheel belong on the left side, Tommy.

[@danthompson1467]

Great video Tommy

[@sunchaser999]

Once the TB goes back in 1.5 years this is looking nice as the new family hauler assuming improvement in supply chain and interior refresh.

[@ericputman9150]

Love the Tahoe !!!

[@matts229]

Great review TFL...While I love that 6.2, I'll keep my 2005 Suburban z71. It's simple by today's standards and the G80 does a great job ...and has been incredibly reliable. (not to mention really comfortable)

[@alexmukhortov926]

Chevy should of really offered 3.0 Diesel on Z71. They have it on other models, but unfortunately not in Z71. Diesel and off-road is perfect combination

[@bradpittiful7288]

i love the rear window lift up option...this used to be standard back in the day...wish the jeep cherokee trailhawk had that feature

[@coreyphillips2690]

Yeah I had that on my 2003 Grand Cherokee Overland

[@MoneyShot_CM]

Been waiting for this one, 👍

[@fullthrottle9237]

I love that truck

[@ericquaicoe6985]

What a great car.

[@gregferris9378]

Now that's a proper way for a vehicle to set.

[@matias9412]

Saludos desde Chile amigos. 🇨🇱🤜🏻🤛🏻🇺🇲

[@efranklin85]

I wish some auto manufacturers would integrate the infotainment screens into the dash more. This Tahoe looks like it was an afterthought. I’m sure it’s a nice system, just don’t like how it sticks up out of the dash.

[@christopherwoodyatt38]

I mean the truck looks great the only qualm I have with it. Is the rear control alarms sag so far down. The lowest point on those control arms is 6 inches that robs you of ground clearance and diminishes its off routing prowess. But looks like its still great at hauling ppl tho

[@sanandreasthegoldenknight5207]

Already looks more fun than anything Teslazy could produce ^^

[@CraigSmith568]

The 6.2 recommends premium fuel for maximum power, but I would like to see you do some 0-60 runs, towing runs, and mileage loops with premium fuel, then do the same with regular fuel and show the difference in performance between the two. I will say that back window will probably never see use by anyone. I had a vehicle that had that feature and I only opened it to clean behind the glass.

[@scottyrproductions9822]

im no expert, but I think, at least that the premium fuel recommendation is more for less wear and mantenice on the engine. not as much a power difference. hey i could be wrong tho.

[@tysonholm6795]

@@scottyrproductions9822 completely wrong

[@4673962]

I use mine every time I go shopping or traveling. Before I bought a truck I used the back glass for hauling around flags on poles for certain holidays. When we bought boards over 8ft long, When we traveled and put luggage and bags to the roof you don't open the whole hatch. You open the glass and take out items until you can open the whole hatch without items falling out. Or if you need to drive with a full can and keep the back glass open for ventilation. There are a million times I've had to use the back glass. Had a minivan for a while and the back glass didn't go up. Missed that feature because my last suv had it. Got rid of that p.o.s. dodge minivan. Now I use my glass hatch all the time. Family members and people I know use it all the time.

[@sethgrim]

Would love to see Chevy make a ZR2 version of the Tahoe

[@NoCommie]

at 75k i think z71 is ok lol

[@samuelwarren3306]

It was frankly a silly decision for GM to not give this a locking diff, the last Tahoe had one (even thought it was only an automatic locking rear diff).

[@NWI_Steel]

Watch the Yukon AT4 offroading video. The electronic limited slip rear diff did really good

[@terrencejones9817]

The E-LSD does fully lock

[@mblake0420]

Ifs rear, terrible

[@NWI_Steel]

@@mblake0420 99% of buyers don't need a solid axle and would rather benefit from the increased 3rd row legroom. I think this was a good move for GM

[@a.b.2897]

@@terrencejones9817 Yeah. The ELSD is great.

[@LionRunner]

What do you think of its 4wheel drive system compare to a say Subaru AWD system?

[@CarnutMM]

Love this new Tahoe. Just not a fan of those rear lower control arms that hang so low.

[@wooloonation7426]

I own this vehicle and really enjoy the room. I have car seats in both seats of the second row so you have to move them forward to fold down the third row because the car seat tether. One small minor annoyance. Otherwise, for the price, I would of liked to see more features that competitors are offering for around the same range. Otherwise it’s a solid vehicle. The air suspension and large driver display wasn’t available when I purchased but I did get the solid side steps which are awesome!

[@golferpro1241]

Air suspensions are trouble anyway

[@pechmichaelchristina2640]

So if car seats are In middle row and you need to load more passengers in 3rd row the seats can slide forward far enough for let’s say an adult to get back there? Thanks. Have a Yukon on order.

[@noway6238]

do the rear lower control arms stay put when you raise the suspension? theyre so low, i doubt it would be able to run over a can of soda

[@codysmith9813]

These look so dang cool but the prices are crazy! Can you get the Z71 with the diesel? If so thats the engine I would pick. I do miss the barn double door on the rear, don't like the whole hatch coming up much.

[@wint_62]

Love it. The Tahoe is amazing!

[@apexresidences6815]

Good stuff. A question. Is this Z71 raised up higher off the ground standard compared to the regular Tahoe? And Similarly, is the Yukon AT4 raised up higher compared to the Yukon Denali? It is my understanding that the GMC Yukon line and the Chevy Tahoe line start with the same basic vehicle, so I'm thinking if the Z71 is raised up, maybe the AT4 is as well. My understanding is that the Yukon's standard height starts at 8" road clearance and with the adjustable air suspension can be raised up to 9" in 4H and 10" in 4L. What I don't know is whether the AT4 might start and end 1" higher, say standard at 9" up to 11" in 4L? Visually in this video it looks higher than the standard 8" of the Denali and perhaps AT4.

[@joeschmo1935]

I love this cat, if I could change one thing, it would be that damn push/pull button gear shift. I want the shifter in the classic spot on the steering column.

[@austinblevins6804]

I actually have those tires on my truck and they're pretty good

[@TheBrickedWall]

Ah yes, fist that dash storage 💪🏻💯😂

[@Arivmario]

Right Above that front underbody protection is a beautiful pice of chromed plastic.

[@ZenEndurance]

Super cool looking truck! Gear selection buttons on either side of the L button sound way to cheap and clunky.

[@aal-m3545]

We need an expedition vs tahoe / yukon off road video thats the video we need

[@TheMeanmarine13]

Welp, Tommy wasn't afraid to "give it the beans" in this video 👍. You have redeemed yourself. True TFL fans will know the video I'm referring to 😁

[@lawrenceralph7481]

An impressive vehicle. Although out of the range of most. Maybe the 6,2 L with Off road package can be purchased in a base model with fewer options. No sale now. But will consider again in 2035-2026 if competition returns to markets and prices are lower.

[@johnshopping333]

Are the seats comfortable for long trips?

[@tylercote1503]

I’ve always wondered with those low hanging rear suspension arms if it inhibits clearance and is a problem if it gets bashed off a rock

[@Flash363]

Yeah I see the regular Tahoes around town all the time with those and they look really low and horrible for clearance imo

[@bakhtiyarpakhirdinov2461]

Why these rear arms couldn't be as high as the front ones remains a mystery

[@BIGJBIGEBIGC]

It would be a live axle if it were the old set up and that too would have big issues if hit. The bet here is that drivers will crawl slow not run 50-60mph through jagged rocks

[@digdeep9898]

Does the new Tahoe and Silverado have Transmission gear indicators ?

[@jamespiroli823]

Awesome vehicle

[@BillSprague]

The price really isn’t all that bad for what you get. I wonder what it’s trailer towing capability is and if it has a built in trailer brake controller?

[@TeXasDadBod]

Saying of the day, “large and in charge ! “ 😆

[@magpie9838]

What color is this Tahoe? It’s super cool!

[@desmondgurley]

Finally found one with a true 6.2L z71

[@thebagman5216]

Finally a video that shows what I will get when mine arrives in a couple of weeks. Trading out my 2021 for the 22 because I need 4wd access for my fishing ventures. Love Tahoes. Great video.

[@4-LOW]

Best looking vehicle GM has produced in decades. Wow, they must have hired some personnel with brains.

[@TundraOff-Road]

OMG I want one!

[@randyellison6652]

Cool rig, what color is that?

[@ebnhahn1993]

LOL Tommy almost wrapped the Tahoe around the tree and called it "nice worh"😜😜😁😁

[@mrpasciak92]

As someone who lives in Colorado I REALLY wish yall would disclose your locations so that i can go enjoy the same snowy fun!

[@laytonb7]

As someone who lives in Colorado and knows where they film …its nice they don’t disclose the location in every video!

[@edc3093]

I had a 1999 GMC Yukon 4WD SLT with all of the trimmings available at that time (including 2 leather bench seats) and it came in for a sticker price of just below $37K and a delivered price of $33.5K (yea, you can laugh). I kept mine with no body rot for 20 years and 160,000 miles on my 5.7 v8. (I am sorry that I sold it). I am not sure (based on reviews) that $72K is (a) worth the price of admission, but moreover, I am concerned with (b) reliability (especially with air-suspension). All of the reviews seem to show that the Yukon and Tahoe vehicles, like their truck counterparts cannot live up to my Yukon). What are your thoughts about a V8 body on frame SUV?

[@csh000]

Taking the family to the lake with the boat in a Tahoe better be a day trip. While the Tahoe has seating for seven, it does not offer space for seven suitcases. They should go back to offering the Tahoe without the third row. Few families have more than 3 children and the added cargo space would be much more useful than the third row with only one kid back there.

[@AbzAden]

Does the Z71 come with the duramax diesel option

[@cavemankiwi]

Would be nice if you had a Wagoneer with the offroad package for comparison purposes.

[@Warpetrie]

Is there a comparison between this and the Ford Expedition Timberline? I'd love to see that!

[@MichaelFrancis222]

Cool dude, I think with some 33inch wheels will improve your range.

[@kevincraftsbcs4488]

Does it also have the diesel option?

[@cullinan18]

I wish the cargo areas in large suvs would be bedliner or heavy plastic, instead of carpet.

[@samiaziz2665]

You can get that on the tohoe is optional accessories the back of the 3rd row seats are covered in rubber and there is a rubber back

[@Big_Black_Dick]

i really like ur reviews tho bro, im glad ur dad brought u aboard, but i do miss Nathan tho lol 😅

[@throughdude23]

The SUV that can tackle any Walmart parking lot.

[@buzztrucker]

Let's see this thing at 100k and hear about fixes & maintenance done and the overall shape of the vehicle. That's what matters in my book especially for a 70k SUV.

[@MrAtillesk]

If you can afford a $70k SUV you can afford to replace it before it hits 100k miles.

[@briandaniel5091]

Spare tire ? Audio system?

[@francisco6147]

Don’t forget the crazy markup 10k+

[@fritty9927]

You just know that air suspension is going to fail eventually. They all do.

[@aal-m3545]

Thats why you dont use it as a toyota lc70 series its a tahoe u kinda need to take care of it a bit more especially with all the new tech and electric stuff , its reliability should be good for an average family who use it for light off road trips and daily drive

[@fritty9927]

@@aal-m3545 agreed. It sure ain’t no off roader

[@baldomerovega65]

I own a Jeep Grand Cherokee summit 2016 with air suspension and once the shocks start to ware out it’s the most horrible ride … especially going into gas station driveway sideways it literally makes your head hit driver and passenger window 😂 and snap you spine in half lol… rear shocks I did my self and it cost 250$ for pair.. front shock cost bout 1000$ to replace and you have to take it to professional or dealer.. the down side of air suspension is price to repair