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2020 Chevrolet Tahoe: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe was largely a carryover, with one notable equipment change: Automatic Emergency Braking became standard on Premier. It was also the final year of the 2015–2020 generation.
About the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe
4th generation (2015-2020), final year before the all-new 2021 redesign.
Chevrolet positioned the Tahoe as a confident, connected full-size SUV that blends V8 capability, family-size space, and available upscale comfort in a shorter package than the Suburban. The core appeal was straightforward: truck-based towing and hauling ability, flexible three-row seating, and easy-to-use infotainment, with higher trims layering in more safety and comfort features. For many buyers, Tahoe was the Chevrolet choice when they wanted real towing strength and big-SUV presence without stepping up to the longer Suburban.
The 2020 Tahoe ranged from the work-focused, nine-passenger Commercial model to the more luxurious Premier. LS covered the full-size family basics with a 5.3-liter V8 and an 8-inch touchscreen, LT added heated leather-appointed seats and more safety features, and Premier brought adaptive suspension, built-in navigation, and heated and ventilated front seats.
What changed, by category
Safety
Automatic Emergency Braking changed from optional to standard on the Premier trim.
2020 Chevrolet Tahoe specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, EcoTec3, 5.3 Liter | V8, EcoTec3, 5.3 Liter | V8, EcoTec3, 5.3 Liter / V8, EcoTec3, 6.2 Liter | V8, EcoTec3, 5.3 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive / Automatic, 10-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | 4WD | 4WD / 2WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 15 mpg | 15 mpg | 14–15 mpg | 15 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 21–23 mpg | 22 mpg |
| Horsepower | 355 hp | 355 hp | 355–420 hp | 355 hp |
| Torque | 383 lb-ft | 383 lb-ft | 383–460 lb-ft | 383 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 8600 lb | 8400 lb | 8400 lb | 8400 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 94.7 cu-ft | 94.7 cu-ft | 94.7 cu-ft | 94.7 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 24.8 in | 24.8 in | 24.8 in | 24.8 in |
| Seats | 9 | 8 | 8 | 9 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Alarm System | ||||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | ||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Hill Descent Control | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Park Assist | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| HID Headlights | ||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||
| Power Close Liftgate/Trunk | ||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||||
| Roof Rails | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Rear DVD Entertainment System | ||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Subwoofer | ||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||
| Video Input | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||
| Dual Power Rear 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 | ||||
| Memory Steering Wheel | ||||
| Power Adjustable Pedals | ||||
| Power Folding Rear Seat | ||||
| Power Folding Third Row Seat | ||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
| Remote Keyless Entry | ||||
| Third Row Seat | ||||
| Tilt Wheel | ||||
| Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel | ||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe compared with the 2019 model?
The main change was that Automatic Emergency Braking became standard on the Premier trim instead of optional. The rest of the Tahoe lineup carried over without a major redesign or model-wide upgrade.
Was 2020 the final year before the Chevrolet Tahoe redesign?
Yes. The 2020 Tahoe was the last model year of the generation introduced for 2015, and Chevrolet redesigned the Tahoe for 2021 with a new chassis, more interior room, and a revised trim lineup.
What engine does the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe have?
The mainstream 2020 Tahoe lineup uses a 5.3-liter V8 paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. That powertrain carried over without a model-wide change for 2020.
Which 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe trims have notable safety features?
The LT has Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Alert, Lane Keep Assist, and a Safety Alert Seat as standard equipment. Premier adds standard Automatic Emergency Braking along with blind-spot and rear cross-traffic alerts.
Is the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe substantially different from the 2019 model?
No. The two model years are very similar, with the clearest product change being standard Automatic Emergency Braking on the 2020 Premier. Shoppers considering other trims should expect a largely unchanged vehicle.
2020 Chevrolet Tahoe Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe.
4.3
2020 Chevrolet Tahoe
(185 reviews)
“The headlights are very weak but the vehicle itself is amazing and my family feels safe in it.”
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