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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe SUV
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What Changed for 2009:
- Six-speed automatic transmission with all 5.3-liter and 6.2-liter engines
- Optional 6.2-liter V-8 engine with VVT on LTZ
- New cloth seat fabrics on LS and 1LT, 3-passenger third-row seat standard
- LTZ enhancements, new exterior colors, optional new 20-inch chrome-clad wheels
- New luxury package optional on 2LT models
- Optional side blind-zone alert system on LTZ, optional backup camera display
- Integrated brake controller, optional fuel-saving 3.08 axle on 2-wheel drive (2WD) with 5.3-liter V-8 engine
- Heavy-duty trailering package available with 3.42 axle ratio
- OnStar 8.0, Bluetooth connectivity and XM satellite radio with new real-time NavTraffic feature
- New XFE model in fourth quarter 2008
- Hybrid offers a 50-percent increase in city fuel economy, new exterior color, adjustable power pedals
