1992-1999 Chevrolet Suburban: Overview

Updated: 11/23/08

1993 Chevrolet Suburban 1500
1999 Chevrolet Suburban
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1992-1999 Chevrolet Suburban 

  • Price Range:  $1,200 - $6,000
CG Rating

49

out of 100

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Pros

  • Antilock brakes
  • Highway ride
  • Trailer-towing capability
  • Passenger and cargo room
  • Acceleration (7.4-liter)
  • Visibility

Cons

  • Fuel economy
  • Maneuverability
  • Acceleration (early models)
  • Handling
  • Rear-seat entry/exit

Vehicle Highlights

Suburbans moved to the platform of the current full-size GM pickup trucks for 1992. Cargo space and towing capacity grew. As before, Suburbans were sold in nearly identical form by Chevrolet and GMC dealers. Both have four side doors. Wheelbase grew two inches (to 131.5), and Suburbans stood 3.2 inches lower. Glass area grew by 30 percent, and buyers could choose either twin swing-open rear panel doors or a lift-glass tailgate. A 210-horsepower 5.7-liter V8 continued as standard, but a heavy-duty 190-horsepower version went into some 2500-series models. Diesel V8s departed, but a 7.4-liter gas V8 could be installed. A 4-speed automatic was the only transmission. Suburbans came with 2- or 4-wheel drive, in a 1500 series with half-ton payload, or as the 2500 series rated 3/4 ton. Each could be equipped to seat up to nine passengers. Part-time Insta-Trac 4WD had standard automatic-locking hubs. Antilock brakes now worked on all four wheels, in either 2WD or 4WD.

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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)

Category Chevrolet Suburban 5.7-liter Rating
Performance 5
Fuel Economy 1
Ride Quality 5
Steering/Handling/Braking 3
Quietness 5
Controls/Materials 5
Interior Room 6
Room/Comfort (rear) 6
Cargo Capacity 8
Value within Class 5
Total Score: 49

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