2020 Chevy Suburban Review
Price Estimate: $29,680 - $46,990





+280
Below Average
7.1
out of 10
edmunds TESTED
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.
Chevrolet Suburban model years
2020 Chevrolet Suburban Review
by the Edmunds Experts
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
Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota
$215/mo for Suburban Fleet
Suburban Fleet
vs
$226/mo
Avg. Large SUV
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Reliability Ratings by RepairPal
3 out of 5 stars3/5Average
#15 out of 16 among Fullsize SUVs
RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.
Cost
$908/yr
vs. $614/yr
for Average Fullsize SUV
for Average Fullsize SUV
Frequency
1.07x/yr
vs. 1.59x/yr
for Average Fullsize SUV
for Average Fullsize SUV
Severity
22.2%
vs. 16.7%
for Average Fullsize SUV
for Average Fullsize SUV
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Chevrolet Suburban Owner Reviews
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I love my Suburban
5 out of 5 starsGreg, 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
5 out of 5 starsNavy 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 … boy used to have a Chevy Silverado so I should have known better. The interior detailing and options were every bit as good as my Acura and the interior space is enormous. I have been accustomed to overstated MPG over the years so I figured this monster would get far less than my MDX. Wrong. It states 16 to 23, but I've been getting from 17.3 to 24.4. I've never gotten more than the stated MPG, I would be happy if my MDX just got it's stated MPG. I'm just renting this beast for a couple of weeks so I can't validate the long-term life, maintenance requirements, and upkeep cost, but if it's anything like the Silverado, it's well made. What I can attest too though is the comfort, response, cabin design and quality of the vehicle. Like I said, I was/am very impressed. I've seen a lot or reviews, here and on other sites that mark it down for how hard it is to park and navigate through tight spaces. It's NINE passenger SUV. If you want the space, it has to be big. I haven't really found it that much more difficult to navigate than my MDX, (Except for the turning radius) My MDX will hold 6, cramped with next to no luggage space. This Suburban holds 7 in comfort and has as much additional space as my MDX with the back bench seat down. The technology was easy to use, my phone synced up easily and everything is extremely comfortable and well thought out. I don't regularly need this much space, but if I did......This is the car/beast I would get. It does what it is designed for extraordinarily well. It's not a minivan or a small SUB. Oh, and it gets roughly the same MPG as my MDX which is a midsized SUV. Still don't understand that.
Updated review- didn;t hold up
1 out of 5 starsVince, 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 … this up to move my family interstate to visit relatives. I sometimes drive and sometimes fly. Usually myself and one of my kids. When the whole family and dogs wanted to go I was stuck without a suitable vehicle. I used Turo and rented a standard Escalade last year. I liked the luxury, but it was still too small. Most of the gadgets were a bit over the top and not needed IMO. So I had been eyeballing the Suburban or Yukon XL. I'm glad I did. It's essentially a personal limo to drive around in comfort. Super good seats and very quiet. Ride is good. The new engines are game changers with good power even with the 5.3l and impressive fuel economy compared to models of the past. Pull the seats up and you have a long bed enclosed pickup truck. With the length being a city block, the backup camera is a game changer as well. It would be impossible to maneuver in confidence without it. Mine is a 4x4 and I have owned several to go to my hunting camp. I haven't tried this one yet though but with the fascias and no low range it's probably best for sandy roads and not true offroad. It's the ultimate all purpose interstate travel and around town utility vehicle. I'm very happy with it.
We are in Suburban Heaven!!
5 out of 5 starsLori 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. … This thing lets me know if something is close by vibrating my chair on the side of the hazard! The leather, the 2nd row captains chairs, bluray with 3 screens and Bluetooth headsets, Android Auto, rear camera, etc. Is Amazing!! If I veer out of a lane it puts me back in it!! Bravo, Chevy! This is best vehicle we have ever owned!! Highly recommend!!! Go test drive one!!
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2020 Suburban Highlights
Fleet
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $49,700 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Flex-fuel (ffv) |
Combined MPG | 18 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $215/month |
Seating | 8 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 39.3 cu.ft. |
rear wheel drive | |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
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
4 out of 5 starsThe National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverall4 / 5Driver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverall5 / 5
- Side Barrier RatingOverall5 / 5Driver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront Seat5 / 5Back Seat5 / 5
- RolloverRollover3 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of Rollover21.2%
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