2011 Chevrolet Tahoe: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is that Bluetooth became standard on the LS trim. Otherwise, this was a quiet year, with the engines, major safety equipment, structure, and overall design carrying over.
About the 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
3rd generation Tahoe (2007-2014), fifth model year.
Chevrolet pitched the Tahoe as a full-size SUV for families who still needed real truck ability. The core draw was V8 towing strength, room for up to nine people, useful cargo space, and a quieter, more comfortable cabin than older truck-based SUVs. In Chevrolet’s own 2011 messaging, Tahoe was the family adventure guide, equipment hauler, and tow vehicle in one. The Hybrid widened that formula with better fuel economy, but the model’s identity was still big-SUV usefulness first.
The 2011 Tahoe ranged from the straightforward LS to the better-equipped LT and luxury-leaning LTZ, which featured navigation, heated and cooled front seats, and a load-leveling suspension. The separate Hybrid paired a 6.0-liter V8 hybrid system with navigation, a rearview camera, heated leather-trimmed front seats, and seating for up to eight.
What changed, by category
2011 Chevrolet Tahoe specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, Flex Fuel, 5.3 Liter | V8, Flex Fuel, 5.3 Liter | V8, Flex Fuel, 5.3 Liter | V8, Hybrid, 6.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Flexible Fuel | Flexible Fuel | Flexible Fuel | Hybrid |
| MPG City | 15 mpg | 15 mpg | 15 mpg | 20 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 21 mpg | 21 mpg | 21 mpg | 23 mpg |
| Horsepower | 320 hp | 320 hp | 320 hp | |
| Torque | 335 lb-ft | 335 lb-ft | 335 lb-ft | 367 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 8200 lb | 8200 lb | 8200 lb | 5900 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 108.9 cu-ft | 108.9 cu-ft | 108.9 cu-ft | 108.9 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 25.6 in | 25.6 in | 25.6 in | 25.6 in |
| Seats | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||||
| Power Side Steps | ||||
| Roof Rails | ||||
| Tow Hooks | ||||
| Bluetooth | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| USB Ports | ||||
| 115V Power Outlet | ||||
| Cooled Seats | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||
| Memory Pedals | ||||
| Power Adjustable Pedals | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
| Third Row Seat | ||||
| Tilt Wheel | ||||
| Tri-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | ||||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe compared with the 2010 model?
The main change is standard Bluetooth on the 2011 Tahoe LS. Chevrolet also added an integrated trailer brake controller to the optional towing package and offered a new 20-inch chrome wheel on LTZ, while the rest of the Tahoe largely carried over.
Did the 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe get a new engine or transmission?
No, the 2011 Tahoe kept its existing powertrains. LS, LT, and LTZ retained the 5.3-liter V8 and six-speed automatic, while the Hybrid continued with its separate 6.0-liter gas-electric system.
Is the 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe a major update over the 2010 model?
No, the 2011 Tahoe is only a light equipment update over the 2010 model. The most relevant differences are standard Bluetooth on LS and a few optional towing and wheel changes.
Was a hybrid Tahoe offered for 2011?
Yes, the 2011 Tahoe Hybrid used a 6.0-liter V8 hybrid system with electric drive motors and a hybrid-specific automatic transmission. It also included navigation with a hybrid power-flow display, a rearview camera, heated leather-trimmed front seats, and seating for up to eight.
Which 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe trim has the most upscale equipment?
The 2011 Tahoe LTZ is the luxury-leaning trim. Its notable equipment includes navigation, a rearview camera, heated and cooled leather-trimmed front seats, a power liftgate, upgraded Bose audio, and a load-leveling suspension.