When GM revamped its full-size SUV line for early last year, it didn't fool around. The trucks are built on a very tough new frame, and anything you can name was made better. They even refused to shrink them; witness the wider tracks and taller statures.

The extra dimensions were put to good use, as the interiors are significantly roomier -- and way more comfortable and classy. Materials and fit and finish reach new heights for GM. New standard or available features include a power-release flip and fold second-row seat, rear-view camera, ultra-sonic parking assist, a navigation system, and a rear-seat DVD player with an 8-inch screen.

The new-generation Tahoe is also quieter, with better braking, ride and handling.

Chevrolet is also claiming best-in-class fuel economy for the 2007 Tahoe. The clean new shape is as aerodynamic as it looks, and the standard 320-hp, 5.3-litre V8 features cylinder de-activation technology (a 4.8-litre V8 is standard on the 4x2, which hardly anybody buys in Canada). The 4-speed transmission, however, remains at least one speed shy of current norms (Expedition has a 6-speed).

Tahoe is our Editors' Choice in this segment because of all of the above, and for not being a poser. Properly equipped, the unpretentious Tahoe can do just about anything -- tow, rock climb, cruise, coddle and intimidate.

Fuel economy that's the best of a bad bunch

Two too few gear ratios, still no independent rear suspension