Year to Year Differences/Changes?

[Puddin422]

Hello. I have a 2007 Tahoe. It was one that was late and pulls up as a 2008 when ordering parts, etc. (anyone want to explain that to me more? I'm completely unfamiliar). I was a diehard Ford truck fan and could tell you just about anything about any year and size Ford pickup, but I don't know late model GM stuff at all.

Next spring, I want to upgrade and get a newer truck with fewer miles. Are there model years or certain engines to avoid? Is there a year within that 07-14 range with an interior design update? Any other info?

It's possible the new will be a Suburban or Yukon XL. I have 3 kids, 2 dogs, tote a big purse, diaper bag, and stroller always, plus I'm the grocery getter. And I want subs in the back. My Tahoe gets cramped, fast, and I have no subs. So any information that is specific to the bigger SUVs?

 

[moab]

"Is there a year within that 07-14 range with an interior design update? Any other info?"

I'd be interested in this as well. Good question.

 

[YukonandtheHOE]

My NNBS Tahoe is 04/06, its kinda odd. No RPO sticker in the glove box and my GM dealer couldn't get me a print out? It has all the upgrades a LT can have except nav and heated seats

 

[ts0293]

Hello. I have a 2007 Tahoe. It was one that was late and pulls up as a 2008 when ordering parts, etc. (anyone want to explain that to me more? I'm completely unfamiliar). I was a diehard Ford truck fan and could tell you just about anything about any year and size Ford pickup, but I don't know late model GM stuff at all.

Next spring, I want to upgrade and get a newer truck with fewer miles. Are there model years or certain engines to avoid? Is there a year within that 07-14 range with an interior design update? Any other info?

It's possible the new will be a Suburban or Yukon XL. I have 3 kids, 2 dogs, tote a big purse, diaper bag, and stroller always, plus I'm the grocery getter. And I want subs in the back. My Tahoe gets cramped, fast, and I have no subs. So any information that is specific to the bigger SUVs?

I just bought a 2013 CPO with 36k once I realized they really didn't change even a screw 2013->2014. Not much change from 2012, either. I think the jury is still out and others may want to comment but search as I did, I couldn't find a lot about AFM oil usage problems post the 2011s. They made admittedly minor engine updates somewhere in there, so as I approach 40k, have fingers crossed. So far not using any oil. We'll see.

 

[Fosscore]

@Puddin422

This may not address your specific questions, but it is a pretty good thread for 07-14 info and known issues. Of course, there are many threads on the NNBS all over the TYF. Just have to do a bit of searching.


Thinking of Buying a 07-14 NNBS Tahoe/Suburban? Look Here
http://www.tahoeyukonforum.com/thre...-a-07-14-nnbs-tahoe-suburban-look-here.61720/

With that big of a family load, the Suburban/XL will fit your needs without fail. My wife loves her Suburban. Good luck on your search.

 

[Kenny D]

What year did the AFM show up in the NNBS?

 

[K2 Kaiju]

I know that in 2012 the NAV was upgraded to a HDD system vs dvd.

sent from the ninth circle of hell...

 

[fiatdale]

Front Door panels changed and look nicer in 2009 or 10. 2009 has a better cluster (more info in the DIC like ext temp). 2012 gets the hard drive nav (love it). 2010 also gets USB for the radio and possible backup cam / screen in the rearview depending on equipment. Other than that, nothing different.

 

[08HoeCD]

I have a 2008 LT3 and love it but, granted, I don't have direct experience with any other model years to compare.

A 6-speed trans replaced the 4-speed trans beginning in model year 2009. And GM removed the a/c belt tensioner at the same time. I'm sure there are other differences over the years, but not sure how significant each is.

 

[fiatdale]

Mine was an early build in 06 and it had bugs galore. 2009+ they really improved on a lot of them.