2002 Chevrolet Tahoe Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

14 City / 17 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

275 -285

Seats

5 -9

Positive Owner Reviews

Cameron P

Reliability that can go the distance.

There is no question about performance or reliability. My truck has over 200, 000 miles and I will most likely get another one as my next truck. Comfort and features are great. I have driven across the country several times in it.

Bryant G

The truck that will remind you of a big comfortable couch. Even when offloading.

My Tahoe is a very reliable truck. It has wonderful features, my favorite is the heated seats. Though it is considered an old vehicle; it runs really great. The most reassuring thing I can think to say is that I see a lot of these on the road.

Deborah M

Chevy Tahoe - a great multipurpose vehicle.

The Chevy Tahoe is a great vehicle for a couple or a family. It is comfortable with lots of legroom thus is great for travel. It is also good for hauling small objects like laundry or groceries. Gas mileage isn't the greatest but better than some other SUVs. The leather seats are very comfortable.

Wyatt D

Strong engine that we can depend on.

The Chevy Tahoe that I have still has under 100k miles and drives well while providing our small family of three a safer larger vehicle that didn't break the bank. The Tahoe that we have also has attitude for pulling a trailer making sure that the car stays level instead of bottoming out. The overall use and practicality of the vehicle is good however having third row seats in the car does not leave any room in the trunk for much other than a few smaller items and the passengers in the third row are cramped for leg space. For smaller children this is not much of a problem but we would never be able to get any adults to ride back there comfortably for more than 10-20 minutes.

Veronica G

4 wheel drive. Third row seat that is foldable.

It has a lot of room if you have a big family like me we all fit without being uncomfortable. It has not so great gas mileage 17 gallons per mile. It has a short wheel base so have to careful not to turn to sharp, the seats are big and comfortable, adjustable. It has a second row of seats that can fold down if need. Drives smooth on and off comes in 2 wheel and in 4 wheel over I just have one problem and it the gas. Would recommend this vehicle to anyone I love it.

Margaret M

The Chevy Tahoe is a very comfortable ride.

I like the comfort and ride of the Tahoe. There is room for other family members and I can haul things when I need to. I like trucks, and the Tahoe is a truck with better seating.

Tammy K

It is mine. I like how it handles in the snow and bad weather.

It is easy to drive and has comfortable cloth seats. I also like how it handles in the snow.

amanda j

It is very reliable. It's been there with me from highschool to college and on.

I love all the space. I also haven't had any trouble with the vehicle. It was great and knew when i got it.

Negative Owner Reviews

Maggie O

I like the fact that it is a good family car, and very comfortable too.

It was a great vehicle until last weekend. It started with the ignition. So the ignition switch was replaced but the a. C and 4x4 feature along with other features went out. It still runs very smooth but I wish that I could get it well fixed to how is supposed to be. All in all is a great car but I feel that once 1 thing messes up a thousand more do as well.

Maddie M

The Tahoe that won't die.

Great car overall! It's just extremely dated the car wears out after time just like any other car. The motors in the window have worn out and are not a cheap fix the speakers also blow extremely easily. Mine is black so it attracts a lot of sunlight making it warm and easily overheated with its age comes internal problems as well such as leaking gas tank and blown fuses

Austin W

Just another American vehicle.

Flex fuel contradiction. 11-17 miles per gallon. Poor autoride system. Overrated on star and other amenities.

zoalton m

It has Its problems but It's dependable and good on gas.

It has a lot of miles on it. Wish it was a newer model.

Destiny S

It is tough and sturdy and holds a lot of people.

Its older so more stuff needs to be fixed and replaced frequently, lot of miles and uses a lot of gas.

Gabriel D

It's the car for the whole family

I like the vehicle because it fits the whole family and has a lot of space. I don't like that engine runs into so many problems

Jillian M

My vehicle is a great fit for the large family that I have. We're able to travel long distances very comfortably.

I love driving an SUV and I have 4 children with one on the way, so I definitely need a large vehicle. My vehicle is old, however, so quite a few things are wrong with it, including interior damage & the beginnings of mechanical problems. I also would like it painted given the option.

Uri R

The Tahoe is an old but resilient truck

The car had problem since it was used, such as the ceiling peeling a bit and needing new tires. Even then the bold engine and AC was still in good shape after so much time that it was worth the buy.

Chevrolet Tahoe Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

Commercial

275-285 HP 16-16 MPG 5-9 Seats

285 HP 16-16 MPG 5-8 Seats

Z71

285 HP 16-16 MPG 5 Seats

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2002 Chevrolet Tahoe Owner Reviews

4.28

167 Reviews

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5 stars

48%

4 stars

34%

3 stars

16%

2 stars

1 star

Tommy H on June 24, 2021

The performance of the vehicle

I have a fully loaded 02 Tahoe 4x4 I have owned this vehicle for 10 years it has 292000 miles and still is going strong I highly recommend this vehicle I am a retired firefighter and this vehicle has responded to a lot of calls the performance and handling of this vehicle is awesome. And the fact of the shift on the fly push button 4x4 was really convenient. This is truly the best SUV I have ever owned

Bonnie M on April 1, 2021

It is very dependable and does not require constant maintenance and repairs.

I like that my vehicle is spacious, easy to access cargo area, easy to load and unload. I hate that it is a gas hog uses too much gas. And it is difficult to lay the back seats down.

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Ranks #4 Full Size SUV by Owners

The 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe has an average owner rating of 4.29 out of 5 which ranks it #4 of 8 other Full Size SUVs.

2002 Ford Excursion

4.42

2002 Chevrolet Suburban

4.38

2002 GMC Yukon

4.29

2002 Chevrolet Tahoe

4.28

Ranks #2 Full Size SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe has a combined MPG of 15 which ranks it #2 of 7 other Full Size SUVs.

2002 Ford Explorer

21 MPG

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2002 GMC Yukon

15 MPG

Tie

2002 Toyota Sequoia

17 MPG

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2002 Chevrolet Tahoe

17 MPG

Is The 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe A Good Car?

Yes, this has been a reliable vehicle with plenty of power. The vehicle has room for myself and children to travel comfortably. Being high off the ground feels safe.

Amy O.

Yes it definitely met all my needs, especially the 4-Wheel drive, it never let me down in the winter.

Mario C.

Yes, generally. But this one has a lot wrong with it due to its age. It's tough, handles rough roads well.

Britt B.

How Reliable Is The 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe?

This vehicle has been very reliable. Coupled with a trusted mechanic, regular maintenance has been done, and my vehicle is over 200k miles and over 15 years old and runs great.

Josh P.

The vehicle has been very problem free. I think that I have had a total of 4 or 5 instances of having to take the vehicle to the repair shop.

Alberta A.

It's reliable. It's just old and a lot of things need to be repaired. It's a bit hard on gasoline, as well.

Erica C.

Is The 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe A Good Value?

This was a great value as I purchased it cash from a private seller. I saved money by not buying from a dealer, and I don't have a payment, which is great. Because it's so reliable, value is great.

Melanie A.

Good value is something that you must feel that you obtained no matter what the price. The cost of a Chevy Tahoe is a bit pricey.

Alexis R.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the cost for a 2002 Chevy Tahoe transmission replacement?

Answer: There are many of different variables to consider when it comes to the cost of a transmission replacement in a 2002 Chevy Tahoe. You should expect to pay anywhere between $1800 to $3200 to have it replaced....

What's the 2002 Chevy Tahoe transmission fluid capacity?

Answer: The 2002 Chevy Tahoe uses Dexron VI Full Synthetic ATF Transmission Fluid. It has a capacity of 20.7 quarts. Transmission fluid, similar to oil, is a lubricant and its purpose is to make sure that the various...

What's the 2002 Chevy Tahoe lug nut size?

Answer: The 2002 Chevy Tahoe lug nut size is Thread Size: M14 X1.50 and Hex Size: 22 mm. This part will need to be changed eventually. You should change Your tires every 30,000 to 50,000 miles or so. You don't want to...

What's the 2002 Chevy Tahoe fog light bulb size?

Answer: The 2002 Chevy Tahoe fog light bulb size iS880. Being able to see at night is important for driving down the road. Your lights need to be working or You may get into a wreck. Some issues will show up at some...

What's the 2002 Chevy Tahoe coolant type?

Answer: T2002 Chevy Tahoe coolant typee is Dex-cool antifreeze.If You need to do a coolant change on the vehicle then You will first need to open the hood and find the radiator. It will be in front of the engine...

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Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Rollover

Side

Not Rated

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

(Not Tested)

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety