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Car shopping can be tricky. Every motorist wants their ideal vehicle to tick every box. However, in the absence of perfection, car buyers may understandably prioritize factors like dependability or country of origin. When it comes to the large SUV segment, American vehicle fans have a top-scoring option in the 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe. Moreover, the Tahoe managed to out-score a Toyota in its most prized category: reliability.  

The 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe outscores the Toyota Sequoia in reliability, but not every large SUV in the segment

Toyota has a far-reaching reputation for reliability. However, according to J.D. Power, the 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe takes the top spot among large, full-size SUV models in its segment. The Tahoe netted an overall score of 83 out of 100 based on consumer-reported factors like reliability, resale value, driving takeaways, and dealership experiences.

That’s good news for the Tahoe. However, the J.D. Power scores also put the Tahoe ahead of the 2025 Toyota Sequoia in the “Quality and Reliability” category, as well as the overall scoring. However, in the Sequoia’s defense, the large Toyota SUV earned an 84 for its resale value, three points ahead of the Tahoe. 

Make and modelQuality & Reliability scoreOverall score
2025 Chevrolet Tahoe82/10083/100
2025 Toyota Sequoia77/10080/100
2025 GMC Yukon78/10082/100
2025 INFINITI QX8089/10082/100
2025 Jeep Wagoneer74/10081/100
2025 Range Rover80/10079/100

Still, further back in overall scoring, the 2025 INFINITI QX80 bests the Chevrolet Tahoe and the Toyota Sequoia in the reliability category. Specifically, the luxury-exuding QX80 earned an 89 out of 100 in the category, a segment-topping figure.

With proper care and maintenance, a Chevrolet Tahoe could last between 200,000 and 250,000 miles. Of course, proper maintenance is key for the longevity of any vehicle. What’s more, RepairPal gives the Tahoe above-average scores for reliability and an average annual repair cost of around $744.

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Erik Sherman joined the MotorBiscuit team as an Autos Writer in 2022. An admitted petrolhead and an avid motorcyclist, Erik has owned everything from classic cars to motorcycles to modern driver’s cars. Erik also has extensive experience with military and emergency vehicles, ranging from ambulances and fire engines to MRAPs and Humvees. Erik is an eager car and motorcycle reviewer with expertise covering everything from sports cars and electric motorcycles to pontoon boats and jet skis.

Erik holds a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Texas at Austin. He also studied Chinese, Energy, and European Politics at the University of Glasgow in Scotland. Erik’s background is unorthodox; he is a United States Marine Corps (USMC) combat veteran, water survival practitioner, and a former firefighter/EMT. Additionally, Erik is a regular volunteer and former instructor with the American Red Cross (ARC). When he’s not working, you can find Erik on his motorcycle or out for a spirited drive.