Chevrolet Suburban Tenth generation

Chevrolet Suburban Tenth generation
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The Chevrolet Suburban Tenth generation (2007–2014): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 23 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: GMT900, GMT930

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length5,460–5,580 mm Traficom5,650 mm TC5,649 mm
Width1,950–2,060 mm Traficom2,010 mm TC2,009 mm
Height–1,950 mm TC1,951–1,958 mm
Wheelbase3,220–3,320 mm RDW3,300 mm TC3,302 mm
Front track–1,750 mm TC–
Rear track–1,710 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight2,550–2,645 kg RDW2,579–2,924 kg TC2,540–2,857 kg
Mass in running order2,650–2,745 kg RDW––
Gross vehicle weight3,357 kg RDW––
Towing, braked trailer2,268–3,300 kg RDW––
Towing, unbraked trailer450–750 kg RDW––
Seats and space
Seats5–7 RDW––
Doors4 RDW––

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2012–2014: ★★★★☆

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Traficom type approvals (Finland), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia, RDW type approvals (Netherlands), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

1,653 complaints for model years 2007–2014. 23 crashes · 17 fires · 111 injuries

  • Airbags 656
  • Body and structure 273
  • Electrical system 147
  • Engine 136
  • Locks and latches 58
  • Stability control 48

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 23 versions of the Chevrolet Suburban Tenth generation

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United States 14 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
2010–2014FFV5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA323–325 g/km
2011–2014FFV5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automaticFour-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA323–325 g/km
2011–20136.0 LPetrol6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive12 MPG (19.6 L/100 km) EPA444–460 g/km
2011–20136.0 LPetrol6-speed automaticFour-wheel drive12 MPG (19.6 L/100 km) EPA450–460 g/km
2010FFV6.2 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA394 g/km
2009CLKUP5.3 LPetrol6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
2009CLKUP5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
2009CLKUP6.0 LPetrol6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
2007–2008CLKUP · 390-540, CLKUP5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
2007–2008530, CLKUP · 390-540, CLKUP5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
2008CLKUP5.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
2007–2008CLKUP6.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive14–15 MPG (15.7–16.8 L/100 km) EPA368–394 g/km
2007–2008CLKUP6.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA394 g/km
2007AFM, CLKUP5.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km

Canada 9 versions

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

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2012–2014Sport utility vehicle · Sport utility vehicle: Standard5.3 LPetrol6-speed automatic13.8 L/100 km 5-cycle317 g/km
2012–2014Sport utility vehicle · Sport utility vehicle: Standard5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automatic18.4 L/100 km 5-cycle294 g/km
2011–2013Sport utility vehicle · Sport utility vehicle: Standard6.0 LPetrol6-speed automatic19.2–19.4 L/100 km 5-cycle442–446 g/km
2009–2012Sport utility vehicle5.3 LPetrol6-speed automatic13.9–14.4 L/100 km 5-cycle320–331 g/km
2009–2012Sport utility vehicle5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automatic18.5–19.5 L/100 km 5-cycle296–312 g/km
2009Sport utility vehicle6.0 LPetrol6-speed automatic14.9 L/100 km 5-cycle343 g/km
2007–2008Sport utility vehicle5.3 LPetrol4-speed automatic14.2–14.9 L/100 km 5-cycle327–343 g/km
2007–2008Sport utility vehicle5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automatic18.9–19.8 L/100 km 5-cycle302–317 g/km
2007–2008Sport utility vehicle6.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic16.0–16.8 L/100 km 5-cycle368–386 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.