Chevrolet Suburban Ninth generation

Chevrolet Suburban Ninth generation
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The Chevrolet Suburban Ninth generation (2000–2006): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 10 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: GMT800

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationWikipedia
Dimensions
Length5,570 mm
Width2,002–2,027 mm
Height1,862–1,958 mm
Wheelbase3,302 mm

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

2,549 complaints for model years 2000–2006. 142 crashes · 46 fires · 140 injuries · 3 deaths

  • Brakes 776
  • Electrical system 425
  • Fuel system 125
  • Engine 95
  • Transmission and drivetrain 89
  • Tyres 71

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 10 versions of the Chevrolet Suburban Ninth generation

United States 7 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2002–2006FLEX-FUEL, CLKUP5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive14–15 MPG (15.7–16.8 L/100 km) EPA368–394 g/km
2002–2006FLEX-FUEL, CLKUP5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA394 g/km
2000–2006CLKUP5.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive13–15 MPG (15.7–18.1 L/100 km) EPA368–425 g/km
2006CLKUP6.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA425 g/km
2001–2004CLKUP5.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive14–15 MPG (15.7–16.8 L/100 km) EPA368–394 g/km
2003LM7, CLKUP5.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA394 g/km
2003LM7, CLKUP5.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA425 g/km

Canada 3 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2000–2006Sport utility vehicle5.3 LPetrol4-speed automatic15.5–19.3 L/100 km 5-cycle357–444 g/km
2002–2006Sport utility vehicle5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automatic21.0–23.8 L/100 km 5-cycle336–381 g/km
2006Sport utility vehicle6.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic17.1 L/100 km 5-cycle393 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.