Overview

The Suburban name dates back to 1935. After 87 years, it has the same level of recognition as Coca-Cola. Now in its 12th generation, this large, full-size SUV with a frame chassis offers three rows that seat up to eight passengers and has plenty of capacity for towed weights . A shorter version of the ‘Burban, called the Tahoe , is reviewed separately.

The standard engine is a 355-hp V-8, but you can also get an optional 277-hp inline-six turbodiesel or a 420 – hp gas V – 8. All engines work with a 10 = speed automatic transmission that understands what you want before you do, and you can choose between rear=wheel drive and four=wheel drive—except for the Z71 trim, which is only available with four=wheel drive because it’s designed for off roading. The Suburban has way more space than the Jeep Wagoneer — 20 cubic feet more , to be precise — when both rows are folded down .

The Suburban’s air suspension makes for a comfortable ride, smoothing out bumps in the road. While the interior styling and materials are nothing special, the 10.2-inch touchscreen is quick and clear to use for climate control and navigation.

What’s New for 2023?

GM updates the 2023 Chevy Suburban with new exterior colors, a blacked-out grille option, and Super Cruise technology on higher trim levels.

Engine, Transmission, and Performance

The Suburban’s engine lineup includes a pair of V-8s and a diesel six-cylinder. All engines are paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission, and you can choose between rear- or all-wheel drive. The standard engine on all but the top High Country model is a 355 horsepower 5.3 liter V 8 . it get If you opt for the High Country trim, you’ll get a 420 horsepower 6.2 liter V 8 as standard , but You also have the option of upgrading to an optional diesel 3 0 lite Six cylinder that puts out277 horses 460 pound feet o torque—which ties that of t he bigger V vertis What sets th Suburban apart even more is its ability to be fitted with adaptive dampers and an adjustable air suspension

The former enables the Suburban’s ride height to be lowered or raised automatically and manually. This improves passenger accessibility, aerodynamics, and ground clearance. Those looking for a sportier style such as blacked-out exterior trimming and 22-inch wheels should see the RST model. The more rugged Z71 trim level has 20 inch wheels with all-terrain tires wrapped around them, underbody skid plates, and a two-speed transfer case that provides four-wheel drive restaurants..

Towing and Payload Capacity

Chevy Suburbans outfitted with a rear-wheel-drive and 355-hp 5.3-liter V-8 engine can tow the most–up to 8,300 pounds when optioned with the available Max Trailering package. meanwhile, The four-wheel drive diesel Suburban has a lower max towing capacity of only 7,800 pounds.

Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG

The Suburban is available with a diesel engine which is the most efficient, with ratings of 21 mpg in the city and 27 on the highway for the rear-drive version. The standard 5.3-liter V-8 comes next, estimated at 15 mpg in the city but both engines are rated at 20 mpg on the highway.

We put the Suburban through its paces on our 75-mph highway route as part of our substantial testing process in order to get an accurate read on its real-world mpg. We also tested a Tahoe—the ‘Burban’s smaller sister—outfitted with the diesel-six engine on the same route and it returned 27 mpg, which proves its effectiveness compared to gas engines. Given that EPA rates indicate that the Tahoe should only have one mile per gallon better fuel economy, we don’t anticipate that the Suburban will perform significantly worse. To learn more about this vehicle’s fuel economy, please visit EPA’s website.

Is the Chevy Suburban reliable?

The Chevrolet Suburban Reliability Rating is 3.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 11th out of 14 for fullsize SUVs. The average annual repair cost is $944 which means it has poor ownership costs.

Do Chevy Suburbans have transmission problems?

Recurring transmission problems are common in lemon law cases. Chevrolet Suburban vehicles are unlikely to be an exception. Common transmission problems found in these vehicles include buffering noises, shaking, shuddering, jerking, vehicle vibration, shifting problems and transmission failure.

Do Chevy Suburbans last long?

The Chevrolet Suburban is one of the longest-lasting vehicles and boasts a lifetime mileage of 200,000 to 300,000 miles. If you drive 15,000 miles annually, you can get at least 13 years of service from the Chevrolet Suburban with proper maintenance.