2013 Tahoe: PPV or SSV?

[AggiePhil]

I'm looking to buy my first Tahoe soon but am somewhat undecided between a 2013 PPV (2WD) or a 2013 SSV (4WD). What are y'all's thoughts on the pros and cons of each? The 4WD would cost about $3000 more. Thanks.

 

[Black Market]

I went with the SSV mainly because I needed something to tow my boat with... however, I like the PPVs for their lower stance and handling capabilities.

 

[AggiePhil]

Yeah, I want to be able to tow small-medium trailers too. Though Chevrolet claims the PPV isn't meant for towing, there is nothing magical about it that would prevent it from doing so. My dealer said she thinks the 2013 PPVs can be ordered from Chevrolet with the receiver hitch and wiring. If not, I can just get one installed aftermarket. Whatever I get will have a locker too.

 

[toytruckman]

Ummmmmmm.......The 12's all came with receivers, they have changed that for 13' ???
We just bought a 12' 2-wd and it rated for 5k towing and 1k toung weight.

Dave

 

[AggiePhil]

Dave, are you talking about the PPV? That's what I'm referring to.

 

[AggiePhil]

PPV=Police Pursuit Vehicle

 

[toytruckman]

Ohhhhhhhhhh........... No sorry, but i did not know that was available to civilians?


Dave

 

[AggiePhil]

You're correct. They're LEO only.

 

[toytruckman]

Well.......AggiePhil (just me) but if UR dept. is giving U the option to get 4wd or 2wd I would surely get the 4wd...:waytogo:

Our State boys are getting new 2wd's but it's a fleet purchase so they don't have any choice.

Dave

 

[AggiePhil]

At least around here, individual officers can purchase police Tahoes as personally owned vehicles. Supposedly Chevrolet started allowing this in 2010. The price is right so that's probably what I'll do.

 

[20Tahoe12LT]

I always buy 4x4, so that is what I would get.

 

[AggiePhil]

Looks like I'm going with the PPV (2WD). I like the wheels, lowered suspension, extra cooling systems, etc. It's going to have a locker so I don't think I'll have issues with it getting stuck. And I rarely pull a trailer so I don't think I'll need the extra payload capacity. Thanks for the advice everyone.

 

[blairian]

At least around here, individual officers can purchase police Tahoes as personally owned vehicles. Supposedly Chevrolet started allowing this in 2010. The price is right so that's probably what I'll do.

That's what I did - price was definitely right! :happy160:

 

[AggiePhil]

I wound up going with the PPV (2WD) and I love it. Only complaint I have is that the ride is a little rough (to be expected, given the vehicle's intended use). Perhaps the SSV would ride a bit smoother?

 

[blairian]

I wound up going with the PPV (2WD) and I love it. Only complaint I have is that the ride is a little rough (to be expected, given the vehicle's intended use). Perhaps the SSV would ride a bit smoother?

The ride is a little more rough - but it's the nature of the beast. I can't imagine that the 4x4 would be any different - similar suspension (at least that's my understanding).

I know that I love mine!! Like it even more with the price

 

[AggiePhil]

Yeah. Maybe it will improve some when I go to tires with taller sidewalls.

 

[blairian]

Yeah. Maybe it will improve some when I go to tires with taller sidewalls.

That's what I was thinking too. I'm going to run these RSA's down to the bone and replace them with something that has a taller side-wall to help fill out the wheel well. That's about the only appearance thing on these that I don't like. Seems like the tire is almost too small for the rig.

Other than that though, no complaints!