Tahoe GMT900 vs LX III (J200): which is better?
Chevrolet Tahoe GMT900 (2006–2014) vs Lexus LX III (J200) (2007–2021): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Lexus LX III (J200)Specifications
| Chevrolet Tahoe GMT900 | Lexus LX III (J200) | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2006–2014 | 2007–2021 |
| Body | SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 5.3 V8 | 5.7 V8 (LX570) |
| Power, up to | 320 hp | 367 hp |
| Torque, up to | — | 530 Nm |
| Gearbox | automatic | automatic |
| Drive | all-wheel drive | all-wheel drive |
| Length | 5 130 mm | 5 065 mm |
| Width | 2 010 mm | 1 970 mm |
| Height | 1 955 mm | 1 920 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 946 mm | 2 850 mm |
| Ground clearance | — | 225 mm |
| Fuel tank | 98 L | 93 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 515 125 ₸ | ≈ 517 925 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Chevrolet Tahoe GMT900
Pros
- Powerful versions: up to 320 hp
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
- Large tank: 98 L
Cons
- GM 6T30/6T40/6T45 etc. gearbox: 3-5-R clutch pack wave spring failure (6T40/6T45)
Gearbox (GM 6T30/6T40/6T45, etc.): broken wave spring in the 3-5-R clutch pack (6T40/6T45); jerks when the valve body wears.
Lexus LX III (J200)
Pros
- Aisin A750 / AB60 / AC60 gearbox: very reliable
- Powerful versions: up to 367 hp
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- High ground clearance: 225 mm
Cons
- Toyota/Lexus UR engine (V8): water pump leak
- Aisin A750 / AB60 / AC60 gearbox: jolts when the valve body wears
Engine (Toyota/Lexus UR (V8)): water pump leak; oil leaks through gaskets and seals at high mileage.
Gearbox (Aisin A750 / AB60 / AC60): very reliable; shocks when the valve body wears.
Which one to choose
- Tahoe GMT900 — if you care more about: wheelbase, fuel tank, kz tax 2026.
- LX III (J200) — if you care more about: power.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: Tahoe GMT900 or LX III (J200)?
Tahoe GMT900: up to 320 hp, LX III (J200): up to 367 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Tahoe GMT900 — about 515 125 ₸, LX III (J200) — about 517 925 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.