2015 Chevrolet Tahoe Special Service Vehicle (SSV) 4×4
The 2015 Tahoe SSV is the four-wheel-drive law-enforcement and government fleet version of the redesigned Tahoe platform. It is built for rural patrol, park service, border patrol, utility agencies, and other roles where off-road capability and durability matter more than high-speed pursuit capability.
Powertrain
- Engine: 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 (L83)
- Horsepower: 355 hp
- Torque: 383 lb-ft
- Fuel system: Direct fuel injection
- Cylinder management: Active Fuel Management (V8 to V4 under light load)
- Transmission: Hydra-Matic 6L80 6-speed automatic
- Fuel compatibility: Gasoline or E85
Drivetrain
- Standard drivetrain: Four-wheel drive
- Transfer case: Electronic Autotrac system
- Drive modes: 2HI, Auto, 4HI, and 4LO
- Rear differential: Automatic locking differential
- Rear axle ratio: typically 3.08
- Stability system: StabiliTrak with traction control
Chassis and Suspension
- Body-on-frame construction
- Fully boxed truck frame
- Heavy-duty police-rated suspension
- Heavy-duty cooling system
- Larger brakes with police-grade pads
- Steel wheels with pursuit-rated tires
- Electric power steering
Electrical System
Designed to support emergency equipment and fleet electronics.
- High-output alternator around 170 amps
- Heavy-duty battery
- Factory wiring provisions for upfitting
- Multiple customer connection points for:
- radios
- sirens
- lighting
- computers
- Upfitter harness access under dash and in cargo area
Interior and Fleet Equipment
- Third-row seating removed
- Flat cargo area for equipment storage
- Vinyl or heavy-duty cloth seating
- Certified speedometer
- Simplified interior trim for durability
- Optional spotlight mounting provisions
- Pre-drilled mounting locations for police consoles
Dimensions and Capability
- Wheelbase: 116 inches
- Length: about 204 inches
- Width: about 80 inches
- Ground clearance: about 8 inches
- Towing capacity: up to about 8,500 lb
- Payload capacity: roughly 1,700 lb
Intended Use
The SSV package is designed for agencies that need durability and off-road mobility rather than pursuit performance.
Typical users include:
- sheriff departments in rural counties
- park rangers
- border patrol
- military bases
- federal land management agencies
- search and rescue units
Because of its 4×4 drivetrain and higher ride height, the SSV is not rated for sustained high-speed pursuits like the Tahoe PPV. Instead it focuses on reliability, cargo space, and all-terrain capability.