Chevrolet Tahoe 1999 4.8 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Chevrolet Tahoe 1999 4.8 i V8 278 Hp Automatic has been produced from January, 1999 to December, 2004. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.8 litres, which produces power of 278 horsepower on 5200 rpm and torque 393 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 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, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 400 000 and 670 000 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 4.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.7 litres.
Chevrolet Tahoe 1999 4.8 i V8 278 Hp Automatic has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
The maximum speed of this car is 170 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Chevrolet Tahoe 1999 4.8 i V8 278 Hp Automatic fuel consumption is 12.5 litres per 100km (8 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Chevrolet Tahoe 1999 - 2007 version, city fuel economy - 14.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 11.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 98 litres or 25.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 780 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 kilometers on highway.
Chevrolet Tahoe 1999 4.8 i V8 278 Hp Automatic technical data
| Model: | Chevrolet Tahoe 4.8 i V8 278 Hp Automatic | ||
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| Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
| Production period: | 1999. January ... 2004. December | ||
| Engine: | 4807 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 278 HP ON 5200 RPM | Torque: | 393 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 170 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | no data |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 12.5 (combined) 14.7 (urban) 11.2 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 98 litres (25.9 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 5.05m (length) 2.00m (width) 1.89m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 246 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Seats: | 9 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 2920 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2948 kg | ||
Chevrolet Tahoe 1999 4.8 i V8 278 Hp Automatic engine LR4
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 400,000 to 670,000 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 | 4806 cm3 |
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| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 96 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 83 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.4 : 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 1999 4.8 i V8 278 Hp Automatic oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 5.7 litres (6 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 13.6 litres (14.4 quarts) |
| Power | 255 - 285 HP ON 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 - 400 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | no data |
| Start of production (year) | 1998 |
| Duration of production | 9 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 2001 onwards. |
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| Engine also used on | Chevrolet Express |
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All Chevrolet Tahoe crossover [1999 - 2007] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Drive type |
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Chevrolet Tahoe 1999 4.8 i V8 278 Hp Automatic
Jan 1999 — Dec 2004 Most fuel efficient version |
4.8 Petrol | 278 HP | 12.5 l/100km | Rear wheel |
| Chevrolet Tahoe 1999 4.8 i V8 4WD 278 Hp Automatic 4x4 Jan 1999 — Dec 2004 | 4.8 Petrol | 278 HP | 14.1 l/100km | All wheel |
| Chevrolet Tahoe 2004 4.8 i V8 290 Hp Automatic Jan 2004 — Dec 2007 | 4.8 Petrol | 290 HP | 14.5 l/100km | Rear wheel |
| Chevrolet Tahoe 2005 4.8 i V8 4WD 290 Hp Automatic 4x4 Jan 2005 — Dec 2007 | 4.8 Petrol | 290 HP | 14.5 l/100km | All wheel |
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Chevrolet Tahoe 2000 5.3 4x4
Apr 2000 — Jan 2006 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 12 seconds |
5.3 Petrol | 273 HP | 15.4 l/100km | All wheel |
| Chevrolet Tahoe 2004 5.3 i V8 Jan 2004 — Dec 2007 | 5.3 Petrol | 300 HP | - | Rear wheel |
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Chevrolet Tahoe 1999 6.0 i V8
Most powerfull version (305 HP) |
6.0 Petrol | 305 HP | 15.7 l/100km | Rear wheel |