2006 Chevrolet Suburban Consumer Reviews

We enjoy our Suburban

Written by: JGD on 06/03/2008

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Suburban LS 1500 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

We have had our Suburban for almost 2 years. We moved up in size from a Ford Explorer. Explorer is junk! We enjoy the extra seating and tons of space when 3rd row is folded down. My husband and I are large people and we are very comfortable in the front seats. Kids love the DVD. One thing though, the electronic displays get very hot on the radio and DVD after car has been running for about an hour. Honestly, you can almost burn yourself. The gas mileage is not much worse than the Explorer that seated 5 people and this seats 7. It handles well on the road and is a pleasure on long trips. It does take some time to learn all the electronic "gadgets". After two years, the car has been good!

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

On/off button for stereo on steering wheel, better transmission. This one makes me wonder when we might get into problems.

13 out 13 people found this review helpful

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1500 LS 5.3 V8

Written by: rsm8 on 06/11/2007

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Suburban LS 1500 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

We purchased used from a dealer with 19,000 miles. We traded in our '03 Sequoia because we needed the additional seating and cargo room. Mechanically the car has been very good. My only complaint would be the alignment seems to need adjustment about every six months (we had it done in Dec and again in June). I rated the build quality at a 7 because I think the interior is very cheaply made. After owning a Toyota, it is very apparent to us how flimsy the plastic accessories are. All four of the plastic covers at the base of the seats are in need of replacement. Overall we like the interior space and seating. It also drives nicely, but GM is lucky Toyota doesn't build a bigger Sequoia.

Favorite Features

Seating and cargo room in rear. Redesigned brakes seem to work very well and last well for a big vehicle. It also drives well for such a big SUV.

Suggested Improvements

Keep the mechanical quality and build a better interior. The cheap and flimsy plastic interior is nowhere near the quality of Toyota. Design the third row seat to be wider. Toyota also has a much nicer third row seat.

92 out 93 people found this review helpful

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Great Choice

Written by: woz on 11/27/2006

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Suburban LS 1500 4dr SUV 4WD w/1WT (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

Bought this Z71 loaded except for the Nav system. Four trips over 600 miles each way in total comfort and luxury. Fun and comfortable to drive and ride in. Glad I chose this after driving and researching all the others in the large class. Small click under dash at steering wheel when spedometer hits 10mph. No one knew what it was until they finally discovered it was the brake system going thru a self check. Center bucket seats could be more easily adjusted for entry to the rear.

Favorite Features

Comfortable seating. Easy to reach and see all controls. Safe vehicle. Good mileage, 17-18 and 21-22.

Suggested Improvements

Adjustment to center captain seats for access to rear seat.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Lemon!

Written by: lr on 10/24/2006

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Suburban LS 1500 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

After looking at several large SUV's for our growing family, we decided on the Suburban . So far it has been in the shop 5 times for squeaky brakes and power steering noise. Now something is wrong with the battery. I've had to have the vehicle jumped twice so far. The dealership says nothing is wrong with the battery and brakes. Did something for the power steering, but still making noise! For the price we paid, I am completely disappointed in the vehicle and service. We are looking at lemon lawing the truck!!

Favorite Features

Exterior looks, heated seats

Suggested Improvements

Chevy needs to be willing to replace parts when needed.

2 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Great (big) SUV

Written by: ptlytch07 on 09/20/2006

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Suburban LS 1500 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

This is my third Suburban since 1999. I absolutely love this vehicle and there is nothing else on the market that comes close in terms of size and seating capacity. We have a very large family (6 kids) and they can all sit fairly comfortably, although the backseat is a tight fit for teenagers. The front seats are incredibly comfortable and this vehicle is great for long trips. The fuel economy is terrible, but what do you expect from something of this size and weight? My only complaint is that Chevrolet went really cheap in order to save money and took out little amenities like a glove box light and an engine light to make more profit.

Favorite Features

Comfort, size, drivability.

Suggested Improvements

Quit trying to improve profits by getting rid of amenities. Put the customer first! Improve the warranty (I believe this has been done) and improve gas mileage.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Best Choice

Written by: jwoz on 07/04/2006

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Suburban LS 1500 4dr SUV 4WD w/1WT (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

Did not expect to be driving this Z71 much but 4 roadtrips of over 1500 miles each over the last 7 months told me I made the right choice. Great looks, leather pkg is great and comfortable. Controls convenient. Fun to drive, soft with little to no noise. Used the 4WD for the 1st time while other family members spun their tires trying to climb a rock driveway. Routine dealership visits were suprisingly pleasant.

Favorite Features

Comfort and look, exterior and interior. Large captains' chairs and rear space.

Suggested Improvements

Stronger AC fan motor although the rear AC takes care or rear compartment well. Less plastic, more soft vinyl or leather.

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'06 Suburban 4x4 LT

Written by: smokem on 03/19/2006

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Suburban LS 1500 4dr SUV 4WD w/1WT (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

Overall, this is a great vehicle. Obviously, people buy this car for the size and room, gas mileage is a secondary factor, if at all. (This is why I gave a "relatively" high rating on fuel economy. Our kids love to ride in the 3rd row seats, and it is very easy for them to get in and out of the 3rd row because we have the 2nd row bucket seats. The ride is smooth, quiet, and enjoyable. The interior is very nice, but the '07 is much better (dash, leather, etc.). I like the exterior body style of the '06 better than the '07. When comparing to the Ford Expedition and Toyota Sequoia, the Chevy included more sandard features. The Ford and Toyota "nickels and dimes" you with the same features.

Favorite Features

This is a big car with room for 7 plus room behind the 3rd row for luggage, groceries, etc., without having to compromise the 3rd row seating. The LT is loaded with more features than we can mention. XM satellite was not a factor in our purchase, but now it is all my wife listens to! She loves it!

Suggested Improvements

PARENTS NOTE: 2nd row bench seat does not recline! This is why my wife and I decided on the 2nd row reclining bucket seats. We didn't want our kids' heads flopping forward while sleeping. Also, Chevy needs to figure out how to fold the 3rd row seat into the floor like the Ford Expedition.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Plastics

Written by: great truck on 02/03/2006

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Suburban LS 1500 4dr SUV 4WD w/1WT (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

Overall, A great SUV. The room is great. Only negative for GM / Chevrolet is to get a better handle on the plastic interior. Letters fade, and just feel cheap. This is something that can be fixed. No mechanical issues at all..100% great, as this is the 2nd Suburban owned. A+ truck with a family. Apparently you did do something with the carpet as it is better than 2003. Get the plastics under control and things should be good.

Favorite Features

Room / 4WD

Suggested Improvements

Plastics, reverse signal.

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Chev Sub

Written by: Coleary on 01/24/2006

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Suburban LS 1500 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I've owned 2 Expeditions, a minivan, several sedans, and muscle cars. The Suburban is excellent in drive, comfort and styling. To my surprise it averages 16 city and 21 highway. Only a couple miles lower than my minivan, a Mercury Villager.

Favorite Features

Definitely the luxury feel of the interior, have all the bells and whistles. My family of five, (2 teens) fits nicely. More than anything else I like the feeling of my family being in a strong, safe vehicle.

Suggested Improvements

Well understanding that gas engine technology has reached its most efficient fuel economy, the only thing left is to lower the weight of this vehicle to increase mpg. Other than that don't change a thing.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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We Love Our New GM

Written by: Gibbs1 on 01/08/2006

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Suburban LS 1500 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

Surburban is a great truck. Recent family road trip 2400 miles roundtrip 18.2mpg. Very smooth ride and V8, plenty of power. Hydro boost brakes are strong and no rattles. Wife loves to drive it. Comfortable and quiet,great view of traffic, feels solid, better than averageg SUV turn radius and fits in the garage.Thanks GM

Favorite Features

LT package, 10 power Heatd seats, OnStar, factory installed XM and DVD,second row reclining buckets, 3rd row seat folds up or you can remove, room behind 3rd seat when in use.

Suggested Improvements

Reverse sensing system,lockable storage console and glove box with light. Bring back the double sun visors and windshield tinted sun strip.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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