Chevrolet Tahoe 2007 5.3 i V8

Chevrolet Tahoe 2007 5.3 petrol description

Crossover / SUV Chevrolet Tahoe 2007 5.3 i V8 has been produced from January, 2007 to January, 2014. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 5.3 litres, which produces power of 324 horsepower on 5300 rpm and torque 461 Nm (Newton metres) on 4200 revolutions per minute.

This 8-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 360 up to 600 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Chevrolet Tahoe 5.3 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.7 litres.

Chevrolet Tahoe 2007 5.3 i V8 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
The maximum speed of this car is 180 km/h.

Chevrolet Tahoe 2007 5.3 i V8 fuel consumption is 12.7 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (7.9 km/l), city fuel economy - 14.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 10.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 98 litres or 25.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 760 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 900 kilometers on highway.

With the same engine there is also Chevrolet Tahoe version with four wheel (4x4) drive and automatic gearbox (Chevrolet Tahoe 2007 5.3 i V8 AWD AT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 13.5 litres per 100 km.
Chevrolet Tahoe 2007

Chevrolet Tahoe 2007 5.3 i V8 technical data

Model: Chevrolet Tahoe 5.3 i V8
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 2007. January ... 2014. January 
Engine: 5327 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 324 HP ON 5300 RPM Torque: 461 NM ON 4200 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 180 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: no data
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 12.7 (combined) 14.7 (urban) 10.7 (highway)
Fuel tank capacity: 98 litres (25.9 gallons)
Car dimensions: 5.13m (length) 2.01m (width) 1.96m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.9 meters
Ground clearance: 289 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Seats: 9 seats
Trunk capacity: 479 litres
Trunk max capacity: 3084 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 3220 kg

Chevrolet Tahoe 2007 5.3 i V8 engine LY5

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 360,000 to 600,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 5327 cm3
Number of cylinders 8
Bore (cylinder diameter) 96 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 92 mm
Compression ratio 9.9 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Chevrolet Tahoe 2007 5.3 i V8 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.7 litres (6 quarts)
Coolant capacity 15.9 litres (16.8 quarts)
Power 315 - 325 HP ON 5300 RPM
Torque 455 - 470 NM ON 4200 RPM
Engine manufacturer no data
Start of production (year) 2006
Duration of production 8 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2009 onwards.

Engine also used on Chevrolet Suburban

All Chevrolet Tahoe crossover [2007 - 2014] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Drive type
Chevrolet Tahoe 2007 4.8 i V8 Jan 2007 — Dec 2009 4.8 Petrol 295 HP 12.2 l/100km Rear wheel
Chevrolet Tahoe 2007 5.3 i V8 5.3 Petrol 324 HP 12.7 l/100km Rear wheel
Chevrolet Tahoe 2007 5.3 i V8 AWD

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.5 seconds

5.3 Petrol 324 HP 13.5 l/100km All wheel
Chevrolet Tahoe 2009 6.0 V8 Automatic Jan 2009 — Dec 2013

Most fuel efficient version

6.0 Petrol 332 HP 10.8 l/100km Rear wheel
Chevrolet Tahoe 2009 6.0 V8 Automatic 4x4 Jan 2009 — Dec 2013 6.0 Petrol 332 HP - All wheel
Chevrolet Tahoe 2008 6.2 i V8 4x4 Jan 2008 — Dec 2009

Most powerfull version (395 HP)

6.2 Petrol 395 HP - All wheel
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