2024 Chevrolet Suburban SUV

　　

2024 Chevrolet Suburban Review

byJared GallCorrespondent

　　Jared Gall started his career in the auto industry in 2001 with an internship at Car and Driver. He has written and edited many thousands of car reviews, technological deep-dives, industry analyses, and personality profiles. He is a correspondent at zzdcar and still has the 1969 Chevrolet C20 he dragged out of his parents' barn and drove until Car and Driver started giving him cars to evaluate.

　　The Suburban has been in continuous production longer than any other vehicle in America, first appearing in 1935. The 12th-generation truck that debuted in 2021 is still a big metal box on a pickup frame, although the Suburban now utilizes a multilink rear suspension instead of the Silverado's leaf-sprung solid axle for a better ride and more passenger space. A mild refresh is expected for the 2024 Suburban that will likely include revised front and rear styling, new head- and taillights, and, if internet rumors are to be believed, available 24-inch wheels. Also look for a more powerful diesel engine to replace the current one on the options list, and for an extensive dash redesign to incorporate the latest in GM infotainment tech.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2024 Chevrolet Suburban Fleet 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 10A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.06 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$222/mo  for Suburban Fleet

　　Suburban Fleet

　　Fleet 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 10A) - $57,600 MSRPFleet 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A) - $60,600 MSRPLS 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 10A) - $59,200 MSRPLS 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A) - $62,200 MSRPLT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 10A) - $64,700 MSRPLT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A) - $67,700 MSRPRST 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 10A) - $67,300 MSRPRST 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A) - $70,300 MSRPZ71 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A) (Most Popular) - $69,300 MSRPPremier 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 10A) - $72,600 MSRPPremier 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A) - $75,600 MSRPHigh Country 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $79,900 MSRPHigh Country 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $82,900 MSRP

　　vs

　　$229/mo

　　Avg. Large SUV

　　In addition to its long history, proof that the Suburban's formula works can be found in how many spin-offs General Motors sells. Whether you buy a Tahoe or a Suburban, a GMC Yukon or Yukon XL, or a Cadillac Escalade or Escalade ESV, you're getting the same vehicle in one of two sizes with different trimmings. Compared to the Tahoe, the Suburban is 15 inches longer and has 16 cubic feet of additional cargo room behind the third-row seats. Fold down both the second and third rows and you've got more than 140 cubes at your disposal, making the Suburban one of America's most capacious vehicles that isn't a van.

　　Unlike a van, the Suburban is a lot more than just a big metal box. Depending on trim level and options, it can range from merely comfortable to downright luxurious. Check back with zzdcar over the summer as we learn more about what's officially in store for the 2024 Suburban.

　　

Which Suburban does zzdcar recommend?

Chevrolet hasn't released official information on the 2024 Suburban as of this writing. We'll update our recommendation if anything changes, but based on last year's Suburban, we like the RST. You're buying a big SUV and you need a big V8 to match. The RST is the least expensive way to get the 6.2-liter V8 in a Suburban. Additionally, the RST comes with an impressive mix of standard features to enhance the SUV's comfort, convenience and looks.

　　

Chevrolet Suburban models

[Editor's note: The following unofficial information is based on last year's Suburban. We expect the 2024 model will have a similar lineup and we'll update this section once we have complete information.] The Chevrolet Suburban is a large three-row SUV that comes in six trim levels: the LS, LT, RST, Z71, Premier and High Country. Most of these trims come standard with a 5.3-liter V8 (355 horsepower, 383 lb-ft) mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission. Four-wheel drive is available on all trim levels (it's standard on the Z71).

　　Two other engines are also available: A 6.2-liter V8 (420 hp, 460 lb-ft) can be added to the RST, Z71 and Premier trims and comes standard on the High Country. There's also a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder diesel engine that's optional on every Suburban trim except the Z71.

　　LS

　　Starts you off with:

　　LED headlights 18-inch wheels Eight-passenger seating (2-3-3); front-row bench seat is optional on LS only Power-adjustable front seats Leather-wrapped steering wheel Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration (with wireless connectivity for both) 8-inch center touchscreen Six-speaker audio system Tri-zone automatic climate controlThe Suburban also has as standard:

　　Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios) Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane) Lane keeping assistance (steers the Suburban back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker) Parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking)LT

　　Adds to the LS features with:

　　Hands-free liftgate Wireless device charging Leather seats for first and second rows Driver's seat memory settings Heated front seats Auto-dimming rearview mirror Nine-speaker Bose audio system Upgraded driver information display Larger 10.2-inch center touchscreen (includes extra Google-based functionality)RST

　　Tops the LT features with:

　　22-inch wheels Unique front fascia and black exterior trim Special RST seats with contrasting stitchingZ71

　　Adds extra off-road capability with:

　　20-inch wheels with all-terrain tires Unique front fascia to improve ground clearance Two-speed transfer case (for low-range gearing) Hill descent control Black and dark chrome exterior trim Front skid plate and tow hooksPremier

　　Steps up the standard equipment by including:

　　Magnetically controlled shock absorbers (better ride and handling capabilities) 10-speaker Bose audio system Second-row bucket seats (drops capacity to seven passengers) Power-folding third-row seat Ventilated front seats Blind-spot warning (alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot)High Country

　　Adds more luxury with:

　　6.2-liter V8 Special grille with bronze accents Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the Suburban and its surroundings for tight parking situations) Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line on the windshield) Digital rearview mirror (allows you to see out the back even with a fully loaded cargo area) Rear pedestrian alert systemMany features on the higher trim levels are available as options on the lower trims. Other significant options, depending on the trim level, include:

　　Max Trailering and Advanced Trailering packages (add features that boost or enhance the Suburban's towing capability) Panoramic sunroof Rear entertainment system Traffic-adaptive cruise control (adjusts speed to maintain a constant distance between the Suburban and the car in front) Air suspension (can raise or lower the ride height of the vehicle) Super Cruise (delayed or limited availability; allows for hands-free driving on mapped highways, only offered on Premier and High Country)

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