So how are you fellas liking the new 2015+ Tahoes?

[aggmeister2010]

I currently have a 2013 Tahoe PPV. I have an opportunity to buy a new 2016/2017 Tahoe in either the PPV or SSV (Admin?) package, and want to see if anyone else has either made a similar upgrade, or has the newer SSV/PPV package and cares to share their thoughts.

My goal is to transfer over as much of my emergency gear as will fit, throw a Legacy on the roof, and keep on rolling.

I don't need a spotlight, and honestly I don't really need a Havis style center console - so the SSV/Admin package would be a step up there, but I do prefer PPV wheels/tires, which I don't believe the SSV/Admin has.

VERY IMPORTANT: Are both packages "pursuit rated" with the lowered/beefier suspension and brakes?

As far as I understand, the new truck has the "EcoTec3" engine, not the ol' Vortec. Does that mean no more push rods and lifter tick?!

Any idea if the Admin package still has the built in flashers for headlights/tail lights?

Any thoughts on the interior or features? Obviously both are relatively spartan...I dream of bluetooth!

 

[Flashguy]

Sorry I can't add a lot of info, I have a 2014 PPV. But I do know the 2016+ PPV's have Bluetooth. It's not a large radio like the civilian model with CarPlay, but it does have Bluetooth audio. Just wanted to give you that heads up.

 

[aggmeister2010]

Sorry I can't add a lot of info, I have a 2014 PPV. But I do know the 2016+ PPV's have Bluetooth. It's not a large radio like the civilian model with CarPlay, but it does have Bluetooth audio. Just wanted to give you that heads up.

Fantastic! Do you know if you can do bluetooth phone calls with it as well? I have some aftermarket thing rigged up in my current vehicle, but it's not super great...

 

[CHIEFOPS]

The LE Tahoes don't come in an "admin package", only pursuit and special service. There is only a minor difference between the 2 models, otherwise both offer all the same police options. The pursuit is AWD, a higher top speed, black wheels and slightly lower suspension than the SSV which is 2WD/4WD and gray or silver wheels. That's pretty much it. The SSV is not marketed for pursuit and the MSP doesn't test it in pursuit associated categories or at all, I forget which.

 

[aggmeister2010]

The LE Tahoes don't come in an "admin package", only pursuit and special service. There is only a minor difference between the 2 models, otherwise both offer all the same police options. The pursuit is AWD, a higher top speed, black wheels and slightly lower suspension than the SSV which is 2WD/4WD and gray or silver wheels. That's pretty much it. The SSV is not marketed for pursuit and the MSP doesn't test it in pursuit associated categories or at all, I forget which.

The dealer sales rep kept saying "Admin" and showing me some vehicles with what looks like a LS/LT interior and alloy wheels (not the black or silver steelies)...not sure what package that is. I had never heard of 'admin' either.

I still want the lower suspension of the PPV and I'm a fan of the black wheels - but I'd definitely prefer the LS/LT style interior. I wonder if that's a thing.

 

[Doyle257]

The dealer sales rep kept saying "Admin" and showing me some vehicles with what looks like a LS/LT interior and alloy wheels (not the black or silver steelies)...not sure what package that is. I had never heard of 'admin' either.

I still want the lower suspension of the PPV and I'm a fan of the black wheels - but I'd definitely prefer the LS/LT style interior. I wonder if that's a thing.

anything is possible with money and time. LOL. you can walk into most GM dealerships and spec from the tires up. just try not to fall out of your chair when they tell you the price.

 

[CHIEFOPS]

The dealer sales rep kept saying "Admin" and showing me some vehicles with what looks like a LS/LT interior and alloy wheels (not the black or silver steelies)...not sure what package that is. I had never heard of 'admin' either.

I still want the lower suspension of the PPV and I'm a fan of the black wheels - but I'd definitely prefer the LS/LT style interior. I wonder if that's a thing.

If it has the police options- flashers, wiring harnesses, etc, it's either the PPV or SSV, period.

 

[PanHandleStan]

A dealer doesn't know better. They probably had some agency chief come in and buy a civvy package and tell them it is their "admin" vehicle so thats what they think they are now in their minds

 

[Doyle257]

Also, the SSV interior is similar to the LS. it just doesnt have all the bells and whistles that the LT has. Now that the SSV has the Bluetooth option, its similar to a 07-14 Tahoe LS for Options.

 

[CHIEFOPS]

For all intents and purposes the PPV and SSV are the LS trim level with police-specific features

 

[Flashguy]

Fantastic! Do you know if you can do bluetooth phone calls with it as well? I have some aftermarket thing rigged up in my current vehicle, but it's not super great...

Yes, you can use all the phone features with the Bluetooth.

 

[Evtech161]

The SSV can be tailored to what your looking for... it's mostly designed to support command staff and detectives or other department officials, without making it look like a municipal issued vehicle. The PPV. Will be more cruiser like... rubber floors, cage ready, they all come with the same wiring harness and options depending on what you order

 

[CHIEFOPS]

The SSV can be tailored to what your looking for... it's mostly designed to support command staff and detectives or other department officials, without making it look like a municipal issued vehicle. The PPV. Will be more cruiser like... rubber floors, cage ready, they all come with the same wiring harness and options depending on what you order

Totally inaccurate.
Both vehicles can be ordered with the same options- carpeting, cloth seats, retail wheels, etc and both can be fitted with the same aftermarket options. The SSV is intended as a 4X4 utility vehicle that doesn't need to pursue offenders, while the PPV as an honest to GOD pursuit vehicle with AWD and equipment capacity that exceeds a sedan.

 

[Evtech161]

Totally inaccurate.
Both vehicles can be ordered with the same options- carpeting, cloth seats, retail wheels, etc and both can be fitted with the same aftermarket options. The SSV is intended as a 4X4 utility vehicle that doesn't need to pursue offenders, while the PPV as an honest to GOD pursuit vehicle with AWD and equipment capacity that exceeds a sedan.

http://www.sspcentral.com/library/chevy_tahoe.shtml

Your correct about not being a pursuit rated vehicle.... but if you read the info from the above link it outlines the full difference...

 

[whatevah]

http://www.sspcentral.com/library/chevy_tahoe.shtml

Your correct about not being a pursuit rated vehicle.... but if you read the info from the above link it outlines the full difference...

That link only covers up to the 2012 model year.

For those with time to spend...
SSV- http://www.gmfleet.com/content/dam/...-tahoe-5w4-special-service-4x4-spec-guide.pdf
PPV 2wd- http://www.gmfleet.com/content/dam/...ources/PDFs/2015-tahoe-9c1-2wd-spec-guide.pdf
PPV 4wd- http://www.gmfleet.com/content/dam/...-tahoe-4wd-special-service-4x4-spec-guide.pdf

 

[CHIEFOPS]

The only differences between the 2 vehicles is the drive train and suspension height, I forgot the 2WD availability of the PPV. Other than that they have the same standard features and available options save possibly for trailer towing, one is not marketed over the other as "mostly designed to support command staff and detectives or other department officials, without making it look like a municipal issued vehicle."