2013 Chevrolet Tahoe: What's New, Specs & Features

Last updated August 4, 2026

The 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is a light-update year, led by revised automatic-transmission programming on gas V8 models. It adds engine braking during normal driving as well as in Tow/Haul mode.

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About the 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe

3rd generation Tahoe (2007-2014), second-to-last model year before the all-new 2015 redesign.

Chevrolet positioned the Tahoe as the shorter, easier-to-manage full-size SUV in the family: roomy enough for three rows, strong enough for serious towing, and still more maneuverable than a Suburban. In 2013 it was about big-SUV capability first — V8 power, body-on-frame toughness, available four-wheel drive, and family-sized passenger and cargo space — with trims ranging from basic utility to luxury, plus a Hybrid for buyers who wanted better fuel economy without giving up full-size SUV practicality.

The lineup stretches from the fleet-focused Commercial and straightforward LS to the more family-oriented LT and upscale LTZ, while the Hybrid emphasizes better city fuel economy. LT brings leather-appointed seating, heated front seats, and rear parking sensors; LTZ adds heated and cooled front seats, touchscreen navigation, and blind-spot monitoring.

What changed, by category

Powertrain

Tahoes with the 5.3-liter gas V8 get revised six-speed automatic programming. Engine braking now works in normal driving as well as in Tow/Haul mode; the engine lineup and the Hybrid's 6.0-liter two-mode system otherwise carry over.

2013 Chevrolet Tahoe specs and features by trim

Feature	2013 Chevrolet TahoeLS0 in stock	2013 Chevrolet TahoeLT1 in stock	2013 Chevrolet TahoeLTZ0 in stock	2013 Chevrolet TahoeHybrid0 in stock	2013 Chevrolet TahoeCommercial0 in stock
Engine	V8, Flex Fuel, 5.3 Liter	V8, Flex Fuel, 5.3 Liter	V8, Flex Fuel, 5.3 Liter	V8, Hybrid, 6.0 Liter	V8, Flex Fuel, 5.3 Liter
Transmission	Auto 6-Spd OD & Tow Mode	Auto 6-Spd OD & Tow Mode	Auto 6-Spd OD & Tow Mode	Auto, Electronic 2-Mode	Auto 6-Spd OD & Tow Mode
Drivetrain	2WD	4WD	4WD	4WD	4WD
Fuel Type	Flexible Fuel	Flexible Fuel	Flexible Fuel	Hybrid	Flexible Fuel
MPG City	15 mpg	15 mpg	15 mpg	20 mpg	15 mpg
MPG Highway	21 mpg	21 mpg	21 mpg	23 mpg	21 mpg
Horsepower	320 hp	320 hp	320 hp		320 hp
Torque	335 lb-ft	335 lb-ft	335 lb-ft	367 lb-ft	335 lb-ft
Max Towing	8200 lb	8200 lb	8200 lb	5900 lb	8200 lb
Trunk/Cargo	108.9 cu-ft	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	25.6 in
Seats	9	8	8	8	9
Doors	4	4	4	4	4
Safety & Security
Alarm System
Blindspot Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
Rear View Camera
Exterior Features
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
Entertainment & Electronics
Bluetooth
Built-In Hard Drive
Navigation System
Premium Audio
Rear DVD Entertainment System
Satellite Radio
Subwoofer
USB Ports
Video Input
Comfort & Convenience
115V Power Outlet
Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror
Cooled Seats
Dual Power Front Seats
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Integrated Garage Door Opener
Leather Seats
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
Memory Driver's Seat
Memory Pedals
Power Adjustable Pedals
Power Driver Seat
Remote Start
Third Row Seat
Tilt Wheel
Tri-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning

How the 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe compares

The 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe is a light-update model whose main change is more standard equipment on LS and LT trims. The Hybrid trim is dropped, while the Tahoe’s body, 5.3-liter V8 and six-speed automatic carry over.

See the full 2014 changes

Frequently asked questions

What changed on the 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe?

The main change is revised automatic-transmission programming for Tahoe models with the 5.3-liter gas V8. It adds engine braking in normal driving as well as in Tow/Haul mode, and the fleet-focused Commercial trim joins the lineup.

Is the 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe a redesign?

No. The 2013 Tahoe is a late-cycle version of the generation introduced for 2007, with no body, chassis, suspension, or major styling redesign.

How is the 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe different from the 2012 model?

The 2013 gas V8 Tahoe adds revised transmission programming with engine braking in both normal driving and Tow/Haul mode. The Commercial trim also joins the lineup, while the rest of the model remains largely unchanged.

Did the 2013 Tahoe Hybrid receive the transmission update?

No. The revised six-speed automatic programming applies to Tahoe models with the 5.3-liter gas V8. The Hybrid keeps its 6.0-liter V8 two-mode hybrid system with regenerative braking.

Which trims were offered for the 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe?

The 2013 Tahoe lineup consists of Commercial, LS, LT, LTZ, and Hybrid trims. Commercial is fleet-focused, LS covers the basics, LT adds comfort features, LTZ is the most upscale, and Hybrid emphasizes lower fuel use in city driving.