2020 Chevy Suburban Review

Name: 2020 Chevrolet Suburban Review
Brand: Chevrolet

Price Range: $31,025 - $47,998

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Though capable and quiet, the 2020 Suburban is getting on in age. Its solid rear axle is at the root of many of the areas that need improvement, such as ride quality, interior space and cargo room. The newer Expedition shows how Ford can do it better in almost every way. Still, the Suburban is a solid and capable workhorse.

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What's new

6.2L Performance package includes a 6.2-liter V8 plus extra technology features
Minor revisions to feature availability
Part of the 11th Suburban generation introduced for 2015

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2020 Chevrolet Suburban Fleet 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 6A) 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 $4.85 per gallon for regular unleaded in California.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in California

$334/mo

$324/mo

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Reliability Ratings by RepairPal

3/5Average

#15 out of 16 among Fullsize SUVs

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Cost

^{The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of the Chevrolet Suburban from 2008-2022.}

$908/yr

vs. $614/yr
for Average Fullsize SUV

Frequency

^{The average number of times this model is brought into the shop for unscheduled repairs and maintenance in a single year. RepairPal calculates this metric by tracking millions of unique vehicles over multiple years to determine an average number of visits per year (omitting small routine visits, e.g., oil changes).}

1.07x/yr

vs. 1.59x/yr
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Severity

^{The probability that a repair will be a major issue, meaning the repair costs 3x the average annual repair cost for all models. This threshold will be higher for vehicles that have higher labor rates and parts costs (such as a premium brand).}

22.2%

vs. 16.7%
for Average Fullsize SUV

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Chevrolet Suburban Reviews

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31 reviews

5(68%)

4(3%)

3(9%)

2(9%)

1(11%)

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I love my Suburban

Greg, 04/13/2019

2019 Chevrolet Suburban Premier 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 6A)

I have always been a Ford Truck guy , Pick Up truck and Excursion , and then I wonder into Ourisman Chevy in Baltimore and Took out a Suburban for a Nice Test Drive , I was impress with style and Interior of Model I took out , Told salesman that i needed a little more then a trip around the block , so We took a nice Ride . So I came back told them i see them in a week and went Home , … Got on Chevy Site and Built my Suburban , I went for the Premier , and got Everything i wanted and back to Dealer No Hassle sat and built and order , I have had my Suburban since November I thought I put about 15000 miles a year on it , Here we are almost easter I just had my second oil change at dealer and over 14000 miles , so that 15000 is out the window , The Comfort of Suburban is great and ease of getting in and out for passengers in Front or 2nd row is easy I doubt i ever need the 3rd but i am sure it be fine , handling is awesome , Just did a trip to charleston sc it 562 miles from Balt to downtown , Mileage is great on road , I have bump avg of 22 letting cruise control do most of the work . just running 5 mph over speed limit , The GPS is great and and various safety control help keep you in your lane and aware , But great thing is taking a few breaks on the trip arrive in Charleston not feeling like i had did 562 miles . Not Stiff or Tired I enjoyed the ride , and with GPS I was warned of a Traffic Issue and It took me around it , So as I looked over at 95 south and North Sitting still , I just eased by on 301 because of Technology at it best . Oct 2020 , 38,900 miles on my Suburban , I am very happy with it , I think i get great fuel mileage on road i am 21.plus per gallon that using the cruise control , most times on highway , my dealer ourisman at security blvd baltimore giving me great service , I have had one issue engine light came on it was a fuel injector that happen about 20,000 . i think i get 50,000 miles out of my tires , I still have good tread and wearing even So if your looking for a great SUV , I would recommend , I know that in couple years i trade in get another Here we Are April 2022, If Covid had not happen i probably have 100,000 miles BUT bumping 74,000 , If or when I replace my Suburban it be another Suburban , Ride is great I can not complain about Fuel mileage on Road it 21.plus mpg I think only thing i would Change is Captain seats in second Row , that away passenger can recline if they want and may give them little more space to move around , I am glad that New Suburban have air ride , and Diesel , that would be my other 2 option , Great Service at Ourisman Security Blvd , Baltimore

I hate Chevy for making me want this

Navy DAD, 08/02/2018

2018 Chevrolet Suburban LT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 6A)

Rented a beach house for a family reunion. There will be some flying in, so I needed more room for passengers and bags than my Acura MDX has, in order to get everyone around. I rented the Suburban just because of its size. I can't tell you how surprised I was. I've been a Honda/Acura man for over a decade and was firmly under the opinion that U.S. cars just couldn't compete. My middle …

We are in Suburban Heaven!!

Lori Gallagher, 04/12/2018

2018 Chevrolet Suburban LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 6A)

We went back and forth between a Toyota Sienna and Chevy Suburban for a year and a half. We had driven a Sienna and were so close, like driving to purchase, before I actually test drove the 2018 Suburban. One mile into the test drive, I was in love!! I was sure I would not be able to comfortably park this huge vehicle, but I pulled in between two cars as well as well as our Tailblazer. …

Updated review- didn;t hold up

Vince, 05/20/2020

2019 Chevrolet Suburban LT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 6A)

My original update is below and here my updated one from 2022. The cylinder deactivation system on the 5.3l engine is poorly designed or has inferior materials. For me this resulted in a stuck lifter and a bent pushrod. Upon further research online this is quite common and requires head removal. I've always given GM another chance over the years, but this was the last one. I picked …

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2020 Suburban Highlights

Trim:

Fleet

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$49,700
Engine Type	Flex-fuel (ffv)
Combined MPG	18 MPG
Cost to Drive	$334/month
Seating	8 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	39.3 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Suburban models:

OnStar: Provides standard subscription-based safety systems such as roadside assistance, remote door unlocking and automatic crash notification.
Forward Collision Alert: Warns the driver of an impending front-end collision and will even apply the brakes in low-speed scenarios.
Lane Departure Warning: Monitors road markings and alerts the driver when the vehicle is drifting out of the lane without signaling.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Overall4 / 5
Driver4 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Side Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
Rollover
Rollover3 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover21.2%

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Updated review- didn;t hold up

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