RST 2WD
What the RST adds over the LS (+$8,000)
| Spec | LS | RST |
|---|---|---|
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $60,700 | $68,700 |
| Wheel diameter | 18 in | 22 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 22-in. aluminum wheels (std. High Country, RST; avail. Premier)
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 343 mm |
| Front brake type | vented disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 345 mm |
| Rear brake type | vented disc |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 8 |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 5.3L V-8 VVT DI with Dynamic Fuel Management and Stop/Start |
| Valve configuration | Overhead valve, two valves per cylinder, variable valve timing |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 355 hp |
| Torque | 383 lb-ft |
Fuel System
| Fuel tank capacity | 24 gal |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $68,700 |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Independent coil-over-shocks and stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Independent multi-link with coil-over shocks and stabilizer bar |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.2 |
| Transmission speeds | 10 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 5509 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 5509 lbs |
| Payload capacity | 1834 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 22 in |
| Wheel material | aluminum |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety4 std · 0 opt
- Electronic Stability Control
- Four-wheel disc brakes with vented front and rear Duralife rotors
- Four-wheel disc with ABS
- Traction Control System
Exterior3 std · 2 opt
- 18-in. aluminum wheels (std. 1FL/LS/LT; avail. 1FL/LS/LT)
- 22-in. aluminum wheels (std. High Country, RST; avail. Premier)
- Polar White Tricoat exterior color (new for 2026)
- 24-in. aluminum wheels (avail. High Country, RST) optional
- RST Dark Essentials Package including 24" Black wheels, Black nameplates, Black mirror caps optional
Powertrain3 std · 0 opt
- 5.3L V-8 VVT DI with Dynamic Fuel Management and Stop/Start (355 hp / 383 lb-ft)
- Fuel tank capacity: 24 gal. / 91 liters (2WD & 4WD)
- Hydra-Matic 10L80 10-speed automatic transmission
Chassis3 std · 0 opt
- Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering
- Independent coil-over-shocks front suspension with stabilizer bar
- Independent multi-link rear suspension with coil-over shocks and stabilizer bar
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2026 Tahoe. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the RST
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe RST?
The manufacturer lists $68,700 for the 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe RST. That is $8,000 above the LS, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe RST add over the LS?
Against the LS, 1 feature becomes standard that the LS does not and 2 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.