2021 Chevy Tahoe Can Now Be Ordered With More Features
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The 2021 Chevy Tahoe dropped cover in a joint debut with the 2021 Chevy Suburban back in December, ushering in brand-new generations for both SUV nameplates. Now, GM Authority has learned that dealers can order the latest Tahoe with more features as the next-gen model’s launch schedule progresses.
Previously, Phase 1 of the 2021 Chevy Tahoe launch schedule was focused on the start of production and delivering a rich mix of models to dealers. As such, ordering was limited to builds consisting of entry-level and well-equipped models. Only the LT, Z71, Premier, and High Country trim levels were available for order.
Now, Phase 2 of the launch schedule is underway, with the focus shifting over to volume. As such, all trim levels are now either available to order or are close to being available to order, including the LS trim and RST trim, neither of which were available to order during Phase 1.
What’s more, all packages for the 2021 Chevy Tahoe are available to order now as well, including Air Ride Adaptive Suspension and the Power-Sliding Console, both of which were not available to order prior to July 2nd.
The upcoming Phase 3 of the 2021 Tahoe launch schedule will include all packages, all time levels, and the new 3.0L I6 LM2 turbodiesel Duramax engine option. We’ll have more details on the late availability of the new LM2 diesel engine dropping soon, so stay tuned.
As a reminder, 2021 Tahoe production began late in June. In addition to the LM2 diesel engine, the latest next-gen 2021 Chevy Tahoe also offers the naturally aspirated, gas-powered 5.3L V8 L84, and the naturally aspirated, gas-powered 6.2L V8 L87. All three engines connect to the GM Hydra-Matic 10L80 10-speed automatic transmission. The new SUV rides on the all-new T1 platform, with production taking place at the GM Arlington plant in Arlington, Texas.
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Will the Z71 have the 6.2L option?
Currently the 6.2L is limited to only the High Country Trim. Only the 3.0L diesel will be an option for the other models except for the Z71…it is limited to only the 5.3L.
You mention that 6.2L is “currently” limited to High Country. Will the 6.2L become available for Z71 later this year/Spring 2021?
Saw one today in the wild. The photos don’t lie… it’s a looker.
Jonathan… Good news for ordering a Tahoe… I have one on order but not submitted yet due to packages not being available… now it seems we can submit based on diesel and Adaptive Air Ride which should include Magnetic also. When does phase 3 begin? thank you and keep up the good writing.
Thanks for reading Kerby! We’re currently looking into that right now, and will shed some light on it in a future post.
Yes when does phase 3 begin and will 6.2 be an option on the Z-71, RST & or Premier?
I looked at the GM’s 2021 Tahoe Print Book, dated 5 June, and the 6.2L is strictly limited to the High Country. At this point I have no idea if GM will option the 6.2L on other trims. But if they did, I would get the Z71 or GMC AT4 in heartbeat.
Is there a 2021 suburban print book to view? Would love to see the options available.
The Print Book is easily searched online, but GMs build tool is actually a better source to determine how your vehicle can be configured. The Print Book is just a long list of standard and option equipment, but you will have to constantly reference back and forth to differing options to determine which ones are compatible with each other. Whereas the GMs build tool will automatically determine which options are compatible.
Ok! Thanks Troy
Awesome truck. It’s always best to wait out until the second half or the next following year to get GM trucks. They always add more content mid-year. I would’ve been pissed if I’d bought a 2015 Escalade for $90K and the 2015.5 (2015i) introduced the (then new) 8 speed, new badges and surround view 360 camera, even on the base model. I remember back in 2002 the 2003 got way more features, even turn signals in the mirrors and improved dash. Not surprised at all by this article.
unfortunately the dates on this article are not completely accurate. Order weeks run Thursday thru Tuesday. As of this morning there are still constraints keeping orders in Phase 1 for this week. We are close to getting to Phase 2 but not there yet. … sorry, wish we were
You are correct Dave R.
I managed to order two on July 23… not sure what you guys are talking about.
Dave do you know when the suburban rst will be available for order, approximately? Thx!
Why can’t Tahoe LS or Suburban LS Be configured online yet? The lowest trim is shown to be the LT currently..
LS, RST, diesel or 6.2’s. Two of what ones? Thanks for the info LGX FTW
Yes would love to know if the premier will get the 6.2L as well! Also does anyone know if there will be an option for the RST and Z71 to get ACC and HUD?
Can’t seem to find the RST anywhere and dealers are all giving me different stories! Any clue as to when they’ll be available?
My Dealer got an extra allocation to get my order pulled faster. What does that mean? The current lead times are 18 weeks.
Just ordered a 2021 Premier midnight blue with tan interior. I know the timetable is 6-8 weeks, was wondering if anyone has had that same experience or can give any other timetable??
Four weeks for me today on our Tahoe and they just gave me production projected build week of 1st week of
Dec. I believe that would be 9 weeks and I’d guess at least a couple of weeks for delivery—so 10-12 weeks?
Oh, it’s a Premier trim and I gave up on the 6.2 being available until 2022 model or at min. very late 2021
Not putting a 6.2L engine in the Z71 as an option is absurd, way to drop the ball GM… 🤦🏻♂️
I ordered a premier back in early sept. Was initially told 6-8 weeks to have the vehicle. Mid October and was told no production date. Asked dealer if she could pull the order to expedite and she was able to. Now have build week of 1st week nov and should take possession by end of nov