The current generation of the Chevrolet Suburban full-size SUV is entering its final model year, so the offerings have been trimmed to regular-duty 1500 models available with a choice of rear- or four-wheel drive. The heavy-duty 2500 version and the 6.0-liter V-8 that powered it are available to fleet buyers and custom outfitters. New versions of the Suburban and its siblings are due in spring 2014 as early 2015 models and will be based on the redesigned Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck.
The Suburban is a longer version of the Tahoe, and it can seat up to nine people. Its GM siblings are the more upscale GMC Yukon XL and even ritzier Cadillac Escalade ESV. The Suburban competes with other full-size SUVs like the Ford Expedition EL, Nissan Armada and Toyota Sequoia.
Besides trimming the lineup to 1500 models, the Convenience Package is now standard. It includes power-adjustable pedals, remote start, rear parking assist and a backup camera.
- Standard 17-inch wheels; available 18- and 20-inch wheels
- Optional turn-signal display in side mirrors
- Optional power liftgate
- Optional power running boards
- Optional Z71 off-road package
- Variety of chrome options, including a custom grille, recovery hooks, door handles and mirror caps
- Seats up to nine in three rows
- Available three-person front bench seat
- Cloth seats standard; optional leather seats
- Optional cooled front seats
- Bluetooth cellphone connectivity with steering-wheel controls
- Optional navigation system with 7-inch screen
- Optional rear-seat DVD entertainment system
- Maximum cargo volume of 137.4 cubic feet
- 320-horsepower, 5.3-liter V-8 with 335 pounds-feet of torque
- Engine runs on regular gas or E85 ethanol
- Six-speed automatic transmission
- Rear- or four-wheel drive
- Optional integrated brake controller for electric trailer-brake systems
- 8,100-pound maximum towing capacity, when properly equippedÂ
- Optional Autoride suspension
- Z71 off-road package adds 18-inch tires, gas-charged monotube shocks and a high-capacity air cleaner
- Antilock brakes
- Electronic stability system with traction control
- Trailer-sway control and hill start assist
- Side curtain airbags for all rows of seatsÂ
- Side-impact airbags for the front seats
- Backup cameraÂ
- Optional blind spot warning system
