The 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 in Sterling Gray or Cypress Gray is a commanding presence, blending a "macho aesthetic" with a modern, high-tech interior that serves as a mobile living room. It is the ultimate adventurer's choice, specifically engineered to handle rugged ranch terrain or mountain passes while providing premium SUV amenities.
Aggressive Off-Road Presence
The Z71 trim is instantly recognizable for its functional toughness and distinct exterior elements:
Rugged Styling: Features a high-approach front fascia for better clearance, signature red recovery hooks, and a front aluminum skid plate to protect the underbody during off-road excursions.
Gray & Black Accents: The sleek gray paint is complemented by black tubular assist steps and 20-inch Technical Gray aluminum wheels wrapped in 20-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory all-terrain tires.
Animated Lighting: New for 2026, the LED headlamps and taillamps feature walk-up and walk-away lighting animations that add a sophisticated, premium touch when you lock or unlock the vehicle.
Interior: A Tech-Forward "Mobile Living Room"
The 2026 refresh brings a class-leading digital experience to the cabin:
Massive Displays: A standard 17.7-inch diagonal center touchscreen is angled toward the driver for easy reach, paired with an 11-inch digital instrument cluster.
Google Built-In: Seamlessly integrates Google Maps, Google Assistant, and the Play Store, alongside wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Premium Comfort: The Z71 offers Jet Black leather-appointed seating. Available features like a dual-pane panoramic sunroof and a 10-speaker Bose Centerpoint surround system transform the interior into a high-end sanctuary.
Space for Everything: With a best-in-class maximum cargo volume of 122.9 cubic feet and a power-sliding center console, you have ample room for both passengers and gear.
Unmatched Performance & Capability
Engine Choices: Choose between the reliable 5.3L V8 (355 hp), the authoritative 6.2L V8 (420 hp) for maximum passing power, or the torque-rich 3.0L Duramax Turbo-Diesel (305 hp, 495 lb-ft) for long-haul efficiency.
Adaptive Handling: The available Four-Corner Air Ride Adaptive Suspension can raise the vehicle by 2 inches to clear obstacles off-road or lower it for better aerodynamics and easier passenger entry.
Advanced Trailering: Confidently tow up to 8,400 lbs with tech like Hitch View, Smart Trailer Integration, and up to 14 unique camera views to make hitching a breeze.
2026 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71
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The overview
- Exterior Color
- Sterling Gray Metallic
- Interior Color
- Black
- Odometer
- 5,315 miles
- Fuel Economy
- 15/19 MPG City/Hwy
- Transmission
- 10-Speed Automatic with Overdrive
- Drivetrain
- 4x4
- Engine
- V-8 cyl
- VIN
- 1GNS6PKD0TR117133
- Stock Number
- 3U4019
The highlights
- Navigation system
- Lane departure
- Leather upholstery
- Automatic temperature control
- Emergency communication system
- Premium audio system
- Wireless phone connectivity
- Parking sensors
- Exterior parking camera front
- Exterior parking camera left
- Exterior parking camera right
- Exterior parking camera rear
The full specifications
- 1-touch down
- 1-touch up
- Adaptive Cruise Control: Adaptive Cruise Control
- Air conditioning
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Automatic temperature control
- Blind-Spot View Monitor: left and right
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Emergency communication system: OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable
- Front beverage holders
- Front dual zone A/C
- Garage door transmitter
- Illuminated entry
- Memory seat
- Navigation system: Google built-in compatibility (select service plan required, terms and limitations apply)
- Overhead console
- Passenger door bin
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Power windows
- Proximity key: doors and push button start
- Rear air conditioning
- Rear beverage holders
- Rear door bins
- Remote engine start
- Remote keyless entry
- Speed control
- Surround View Monitor: HD Surround Vision yes
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Tilt steering wheel
- Trunk/hatch auto-latch
- Alloy wheels
- Four wheel independent suspension
- Front anti-roll bar
- Front tires: 275/60SR20.0
- Power steering
- Rear anti-roll bar
- Rear tires: 275/60SR20.0
- Speed-sensing steering
- Tires: all-terrain
- Wheel size: 20"
- 1st row LCD monitors: 2
- AM/FM radio: SiriusXM with 360L
- Premium audio system: Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Premium
- Primary LCD size: 17.7"
- Radio data system
- Smart device integration: Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Speaker type: Bose
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Turn-by-turn navigation directions: OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation
- Wireless Phone Charger: front
- Wireless phone connectivity: Bluetooth
- 3rd row seats: split-bench
- Front center armrest
- Front seats: bucket
- Heated front seats
- Leather upholstery
- Power 2-way driver lumbar support
- Power 2-way passenger lumbar support
- Power driver seat
- Power passenger seat
- Rear seat center armrest
- Rear seats Folding position: tumble forward
- Seat Upholstery: leather
- Split folding rear seat
- Cylinder deactivation
- Drive type: four-wheel
- Engine location: front
- Fuel economy city: 15mpg
- Fuel economy combined: 17mpg
- Fuel economy highway: 20mpg
- Fuel tank capacity: 24.0gal.
- Hybrid traction battery type: none
- Manual-shift auto: Driver Shift Control
- Mode select transmission
- Standard fuel economy fuel type: gasoline
- Transmission: 10 speed automatic
- Variable valve control
- Approach angle: 32 deg
- Departure angle: 21 deg
- Ground clearance (min): 203mm (8.0")
- Ramp breakover angle: 19 deg
- Bumpers: body-color
- Door mirrors: body-color
- Heated door mirrors
- Hitch Class: IV
- Power door mirrors
- Power liftgate
- Rear cargo: power liftgate
- Skid plates
- Spoiler
- Tailpipe finisher: polished
- Trailer hitch
- Trailer sway control
- 3rd row headroom: 970mm (38.2")
- 3rd row hiproom: 1,255mm (49.4")
- 3rd row legroom: 886mm (34.9")
- 3rd row shoulder room: 1,593mm (62.7")
- Exterior body width: 2,057mm (81.0")
- Exterior height: 1,938mm (76.3")
- Exterior length: 5,367mm (211.3")
- Front hiproom: 1,562mm (61.5")
- Front legroom: 1,130mm (44.5")
- Front shoulder room: 1,666mm (65.6")
- Interior maximum rear cargo volume: 3,474 L (123 cu.ft.)
- Interior rear cargo volume: 722 L (26 cu.ft.)
- Rear hiproom: 1,557mm (61.3")
- Rear legroom: 1,067mm (42.0")
- Rear shoulder room: 1,641mm (64.6")
- Turning radius: 6.0m (19.8')
- Wheelbase: 3,071mm (120.9")
- Appearance: digital/analog
- Auto high-beam headlights
- Compass
- Configurable
- Delay-off headlights
- Exterior parking camera front
- Exterior parking camera left
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Exterior parking camera right
- Front fog lights
- Front reading lights
- Fully automatic headlights
- Lane departure: Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning active
- Low tire pressure warning
- Outside temperature display
- Parking sensors: Front and Rear Park Assist front and rear
- Rain sensing wipers
- Rear reading lights
- Rear window defroster
- Rear window wiper
- Tachometer
- Trip computer
- Variably intermittent wipers
- Voltmeter
- 4 wheel disc brakes
- ABS brakes
- Brake assist
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Electronic stability
- Forward collision: Automatic Emergency Braking mitigation
- Front pedestrian detection: prevention
- Ignition disable
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Overhead airbag
- Panic alarm
- Perimeter/approach lights
- Rear collision: Rear Cross Traffic Braking mitigation
- Security system
- Tracker system
- Traction control
Notes from the dealer
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
3.4out of 5 overall- 5.0
Wonderful
by Michael on 12/5/2025 4:19:55 PM
Zero problems at 56,000 miles. Best car I’ve ever owned. Averaging 18.5 mpg with mostly highway driving. - 5.0
Stylish, Great Vehicle
by Stan on 11/30/2025 10:12:49 AM
Decided to buy the High Country. It truly is a fine example of a high end Tahoe. It is loaded with features that make the driving experience enjoyable. - 4.0
Great SUV
by Anonymous Reviewer on 6/19/2025 1:01:47 AM
We have a 2023 Chevy Tahoe High Country fully loaded and we love it. Basically a Cadillac without the 40k extra price tag. It’s spacious and comfortable but sometimes the electronic running boards don’t deploy when we open the door and we recently had a dilemma with Chevy over our Onstar service not working it took 3 months until it got fixed. Works great now. We also took it out to Utah after we got it and took it off-roaring a bit and although the TV screens nearly fell off it clung to the trail without any loss of traction. Highly recommend but does depreciate fast.