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2008 Tahoe Hybrid Sport Utility Safety Ratings

This Crew Cab was tested by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for rollover, crash, and stability safety. How did it perform? View all available safety ratings below.
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2008 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid Sport Utility Crash Test Results

Rollover Ratings (5 star scale)
Rollover Resistance Rating Static Stability Factor Dynamic Test
3 of 5 1.12 No-tip

Crash Test Ratings
Frontal Impact Side Impact
Driver's Side 5 of 5 Front Occupant 5 of 5
Passenger's Side 5 of 5 Rear Occupant 5 of 5

Crash Test Data
Frontal Impact Head Injury Criterion Chest Deceleration Femur Load
Driver's Side 375 HIC 32g 605lbs | 609lbs
Passenger's Side 293 HIC 34g 543lbs | 864lbs
Side Impact Thoratic Trauma Index Pelvis Deceleration
Front Occupant 28 36
Rear Occupant 18 18

2008 Tahoe Hybrid Sport Utility Safety Features
• Electronic Stability Control• 4-Wheel ABS• Daytime Running Lights
• Child Seat Lower Anchorage• Adjustable Upper Belt - Front• Adjustable Upper Belt - Rear
• Pretensioner• Energy Management Feature• Integrated Saftey Belt
• Rear Center Lap/Shoulder Belt• Advanced Air Bag Features• Rear Seat Head Restraint
• Trunk Release• Auto Crash Notify• Tire Pressure Monitor
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