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Chevy Suburban goes the extra mile
Rodney Martin, 08/19/2015
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
22 of 23 people found this review helpful
I bought the Suburban brand new in 2003. It now has 240,000 miles. I've reapolstered the front seats, installed a new stereo system with blue tooth, installed Flow Master Exhaust and put new rims on it. I love this vehicle. It is a great ride, has been very reliable. I've never been left on the roadside with this vehicle. We've followed the manufacturer recommended maintenance schedule and it's still going strong. I've heard of Suburbans going over 400,000 miles. I'm shooting to break the record, then put a new engine in it and keep this thing forever. We love it so much, we bought the GMC version of this; GMC Yukon Denali, and we love it even more.
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Just went over 300,000 miles
jollyprez, 10/27/2014
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
Bought new in December, 2003. Had a few warranty issues, but don't care as they were paid-for. Outside of warranty, we've had about $5,000 in repairs over the past DECADE. ( not including tires & brakes ) This includes replacing both bumpers as they rusted from New England road salt. Sure, there are few things that don't work, but mostly little things. We were considering a new tow vehicle, but figure for another $5,000 we can really spruce this puppy up, and save $50,000.
The Best Generation of Burb Yet...a JOY
corpstothecore, 09/18/2012
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
We owned a 03 1500 LT Sub for five years before finally upgrading to a 2500 same year color (White). The first huge difference is the ¾ tons rear leaf springs which really smooth out the worst part of I-40 at Yukon, OK blop-blop-blop-blop-blop all the way in most truck with coil springs in all four, but not the case with the beefy beast. Handling is a dream with hardly any body role, which is remarkable for such a huge high sitting comfort ride. New vehicles are still advertising amenities as something special which these GM trucks have offered for over a decade! Its a true luxury go anywhere ultra-comfort ride that puts a smile on faces and is fun as well as a joy to drive off-road &...
Suburban again
vince foster, 09/17/2002
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Nice ride and handling features. Very comfortable for long trips.
2003 Z71 suburban
Mike, 03/10/2009
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
I purchased this vehicle new in 2003. I had some problem with the dash rpm gauge twice which was corrected. The sending unit in the gas tank went bad and that hurt my pocket. But for as many miles this has driven and the places it has been ( I don't baby it ) meaning I point it and it goes on/off road--tow , I'm happy as cake with her. I'm not a little guy and its like sitting on my sofa at home. It fits 5 and tows a boat with all equipment. Hunt,fish no problem. Pull son's car out of ditches--no problem
Electronic nightmare
Brooks1, 01/25/2003
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS Rwd 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I purchased a brand new 2003 LT with all the gadgets (including DVD). It was extremely comfortable and smooth riding. However, the electronic climate control system had a problem where the A/C would go wide open no matter what temp. setting you had it on. Also, the headlights flicker on and off. After 4 trips to the GM dealership, I left it with them and got my old car back. I also have a 2001 Suburban LT which has been great. However, because of GM's lack of service and knowledge on the 2003, the next one I buy will be from another manufacturer. Warning - If you buy the 2003 with all the electronic gadgets, don't expect much support from GM.
Superior Quality in a Huge SUV
Michael C, 09/05/2018
updated 09/08/2020
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I purcased this rare 3/4 ton SUV after it was about a decade old with over 150K miles. A 2003, Chevrolet, Suburban, LT, 2500, 4wd, White with Grey interior. After a lot of research and owning the same model and year, 2003, in a 1/2 ton, 1500, LT, 2wd, for several years, I justifiably sought the BIGGER version. With a family of six very active people who seize the opportunity to take vacations as much as possible, we most definitely used this vehicle to its fullest potential. We all were quite fond of our "BIG BURTHA" & it was slightly emotional trading her in, but with slightly over 300,000 miles, I'm sure there was possibly a big pricey bullet to be dodged. I chose to enhance performance by having it custom tuned. Unfortunately tuning did nothing to improve the typical/usual 12.5 mpg, but it definitely unleashed more performance from the 6.0L beast. I never had it dynoed, but it seemed to often invoke other truck drivers to a race, with its aggressive appearance, including great looking grill, extended finders, and stance. It was always fun watching the cocky smirks on the faces of newer vehicles, convert to shocked frowns, after Big Burtha ran off from their expensively disappointing performance turds. Being a LT package, this traveling Suburbia was simply luxurious with roomy comfortable four Captain Chair seating and overhead DVD entertainment console. Hauling sheetrock or plywood was simply feasible with a simple, yet somewhat cumbersome, removal of the rear bench seat and folding the middle row seats forward and down. One of the primary reasons that we purchased the 2500 version, was specifically due to a superior ride, control and handling. The 3/4 ton models are equipped with heavy duty leaf-springs! There's a night & day difference from the typical 1500 truck chassis with cool springs. The road hop/shake is eliminated in the beefier 2500 truck. Handling around corners with the 2500 Suburban is better than our 2013 Escalade, ESV, Platinum! Over 300K miles on a well enough maintained vehicle and nothing major was replaced. At trade-in, it still ran like new and had great compression, to include a tightly shifting 4L80E tranny. I maintained "Big B" better than most and perhaps not as well as some. Things like the bump-stops needed replacing about a dozen years into its life. We traded it in in 2018, & reason that it will likely be one of the best vehicles that we will have owned during our, to date, more than four decades of driving. In 2014, with no reservations, we took an epic vacation totaling over 5000 miles, which included taking Big Burtha on Rocky Mountain, Colorado offroad trails where small 4X4 Jeeps are common. With nine people piled in our big beast, she climbed everything with the greatest of ease. No lift kit necessary. I just leveled the truck with tweaking the torsion bars, which allowed for bigger tires, and a very slight rub in the rear of the front wheel wells that a BFH alleviated. A unnoticeable slight modification, that proved well worth the effort. This truck conquered Cinnamon Pass and well as a few other off road dirt trails around Silverton, Colorado, and got us back home without any troubles. Despite the poor quality white paint that begin to flake off in small patches around the eleventh year of this vehicle's life, it was, and possibly still is, a very dependable truck, and one that will likely always invoke great memories which it afforded to a large family set on seizing life as fully as possible. For us, not many other vehicles would have sufficiently accommodated our needs like the mighty 2500 Suburban did for about eight years. It was always entertaining to see commercials of much newer vehicles, boasting of amenities that our 2003 model had. In fact, this vehicle offered amenities that the majority of luxury vehicles don't provide. Heated parking assist rearview mirrors, with integrated flashing turn signals in the glass, and they both fold in and out to accommodate those situations. Power adjustable acceleration and brake peddles that are part of the eight way power seats that are heated with two options, and part of an automatic power recall that's programmable to the two separate security remote controls! Temperature and direction display in the rearview mirror, along with automatic tilt at night for bright light dimming. A two way sliding sunroof. The rear hatch glass opens separately from the gate. XM radio capacity, along with On-Star. In my opinion, this Suburban seems to be one of GM's greatest success stories despite the inferior fuel economy. The trade off was worth it for our large family to be accommodated. Now, for a little bit longer we will extend luxury accommodations with a Cadillac, Escalade, ESV, Platinum and then likely migrate into something smaller. After being spoiled by the 2500 LT, I'm not sure we will willingly abandon the amenities and comforts that are designed for bigger American people. Big Burtha was sold at an auction in Oklahoma.
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The best in large SUVs
quickjack, 09/01/2012
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I had my Suburban for 2 years, and during that time racked up 25,000 miles without issue. Aside from being one of the most reliable vehicles I have had, it was also the most comfortable, more so than my Jaguar or Cadillac. I averaged 15 mpg city and 19 highway. I used it as a tow vehicle at times, where it pulled a 4000lb car plus trailer without breaking a sweat, even managing 14 mpg on the freeway doing it. The big truck was deceptively easy to drive, even in the worst of weather. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a large people mover.
Disappointed
snotned, 07/25/2003
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I use my Chevy to puck up friends from the airport and to take trips to neighboring states. The dealership tells me that it is normal to burn 1 1/2 quarts of oil between oil changes (every 3500 miles) Chevy says it sent out letters saying this was normal.???
Not very good off road
sft, 08/26/2003
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I work at a university and we have used suburbans as field research vehicles so we really need good, stock 4X4 trucks. Old (1980's) suburbans were very good off road, lots of clearance, tough, simple. Our 2002 suburban is very comfortable but not very good off road. It has about 1/2 the ground clearance of our old suburban and it has way too many bells and gadgets that won't hold up to off road use. It's a big station wagon that is built as a highway cruiser.
Second thoughts
MMasters, 02/10/2003
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS Rwd 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I thought I had fallen in love - it turned out to only be infatuation. The troubles I've had with rattles and loose trim pieces falling off makes me question the long term reliability of this vehicle.
Mama's Beast
CopperNcorn, 04/01/2010
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought this maxed out LT with about 15,000 miles, now has 99,000. Tows 30- foot travel trailer easily with 6.0L gas V-8. The 4-wheel steering is handy, but don't use Burb much now as am worried about costly repairs and it gets 12mpg, maybe 15mpg on long trips, 12mpg on long trips with the trailer. I can't believe the depreciation, especially when gas hit $4 per gallon - terrifying. Will drive it until the wheels fall off. Wife loves her Burb, but it's so costly to operate. Probably logging less than 5,000 miles per year now.
2003 Chevy Surburban LT
mrwholesaler, 10/29/2011
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS Rwd 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
GREAT CAR!!!! I love this truck, it runs out awesome. I have been a auto wholesaler for over 17 yrs and never owned such a wonderful truck. We have owned this truck for over 4 years and its running smooth with 150k on it. I replaced the water pump, fuel pump and alternator that's it. We drive to NJ from Florida three times a year with a family of five and its the best. So comfortable on long trips.. Its great on fuel if I keep it at 75mph it will do 17mpg in the city 15mpg with the big chrome wheels.. I will never buy any other suv again unless its a Suburban. Wish they had a diesel
I LOVE MY TRUCK - This thing doesn't break!
Dan, 03/08/2017
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Between 110,000 and 173,000, my most major repairs were replacing a light bulb and clean out a clogged mass airflow sensor. The rest was tires, brakes, shocks, fluids, and a wheel bearing. I've averaged $81/mo over 5.5 years in maintenance and tires. Way cheaper than anything I've ever owned and more than compensates for the gas mileage. It is very comfortable for me (6'4" 210lbs) and I can ride for hours. My only complaint is the rust. I was able to have the insides of the bottoms of the doors ground down, sealed, and repainted and that has held off that rust fairly well. BUT, the rockers, quarters and fenders are rotting very quickly. They probably got worse as I was typing. However, I love my truck so much that even at 173k, I may spring for new panels and paint.
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Love my Suburban
John DeBoo, 10/26/2002
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have never in my life owned a better vehicle than my 2002 LT 4x4 Suburban. It is the most comfortable vehicle I've ever driven. There is no way I'll ever own anything but a Suburban again, but then I expect to drive this one for quite a few years. I can't find anything about it I don't like. Perhaps the fuel mileage could be a bit better (13 in town, 18+ on the road) but then you're pulling around 5500#s too. My wife is 5' tall and loves driving it. Overall I seriously rate the vehicle a 10.
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GD2fast4u, 09/06/2003
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
none, car is just ok, gas hog
I love my suburban !
mavjoh, 03/07/2004
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this vehicle to commute long distances. It has excellent ease of use cruise control coupled with the smart review view mirror and side mirrors. Visibility and ride characteristics are great in ALL weather conditions, night and day. I have really enjoyed the heated seats during winter weather conditions and love the autoride suspension that smooths the road out, even in rough road conditions. I feel very safe in this car and after my first 10K miles, have had nothing but good performance from this vehicle.
"The Big Black Hoe" 2003 Black Suburban Z71 4x4
André Brocato, 10/23/2016
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2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought my Z71 new. Has been an excellent SUV, has 155k miles on it now. Friends say you ought to trade it in. I say WHY, it's loaded, leathers seats, sun roof, etc. I'm fixing to purchase another set of tires for it. I love my Z71. I drive it on long trips, I take to the country. I love the 33 gallon gas tank. I just fill it up at half of a tank ,so it will already to take a trip if need to. The Z71 has a stiffer ride, but everyone that rides in it loves it. I just wish it had a back up camera, thinking about having one installed. It seats 7. I have bucket seats for front and second row, then third row seat. My next one will have 2nd roll bench seat. But that will be a long time from now. Just bought a new SUV for son, he said don't you want it? I said no way, I love my "Big Black Hoe". By the way the name came from a previous SUV , a Tahoe, which I hated, it wasn't big enough. So my Z71 is black and it's larger than the Tahoe. When I first got it I wanted to be the one to put the first scratch on it, so I took it hunting. Hey I didn't get a Z71 to drive on the road only. My Z71 been places that most people wouldn't take their truck. I drive in country during week and weekends take it on road trips, Just take it to local Car wash, and it comes out brand new. The black color exterior color shines so well. My wife has a nicer and newer SUV, but we always take mine on trips. I feel so much safer in my "Big Black Hoe". One negative thing that I haven't figured out yet, is that I have 17 inch wheels and the spare is a 16 inch wheel. You never put a smaller wheel on a 4 wheel drive vehicle. All wheels have to be the same. But I have never had to use that spare yet. I had my first flat tire last weekend, I noticed the tire was lowFriday, but I forgot about it and by Sunday it was flat. I just took my air tank out and filled it up with air and drove to tire place. I buy the best tires, Michelin. For my vehicle. According to my mechanic he said that the 2003 model is a great year. He is right. ( he just changes oil, etc.) As far as MPG, goes I drive different some times I floor it from stop lights, mostly I drive it slow in town, on the highway I drive fast. So I don't care about the MPG. With my 33 gallon tank. I go on a long trip.
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Chevy = Hype
Cameron, 01/31/2009
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have always driven Fords with very little trouble. Everyone suggested I "upgrade" to Chevrolet. After owning one I can say it will be my last. I replaced the fuel pump at 70K. At 80K the speedometer cluster quit working (very common on this vehicle). Also at 80K the transfer case went out. Should I mention the electrical problems? Power doors work intermittently, windows sometimes don't roll down. When it runs, I like it. But, it spends just as much time in the shop and for a 43K vehicle, it's not worth the trouble. I'm going to get rid of it and get a reliable SUV. I'm convinced that Chevy is simply hype. I haven't exactly been blown off of my feet.
best suv
nbcar, 02/27/2009
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is the best full size suv for your money. It is the best vehicle for long rides and can fit 8 people and all their bags and still have space to run around. Bose radio system is great.
Chevrolet Suburban
jttiii, 07/24/2003
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Having ownned this vehicle since the end of April and accumulating 4K miles, I find it to be quite comfortable and secure. Front and rear seats are quite comfortable and ride is very good for the size of the vehicle. I am hoping for fuel mileage to improve as my highway driving is around 16 mpg and city driving at 10 mpg. I might add that I am ever mindful traffic and road conditions with unplanned starts and stops kept to a mimimum. Overall, very pleased with this Suburban in the LT pkg. Hopefully I will continue to be satisfied with it.
2003 SUBURBAN SOUTHERN COMFORT CONVERSION
Randy Butcher, 11/08/2017
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS Rwd 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Southern Comfort advertised this conversion as the "Ultimate". I agree. I have 197,000 miles on this Suburban and feel I could get another 190,000 miles out of it. I wax the car every 9 months with Maguier's Carnauba Wax and the Suburban looks nearly new. The ride is superb. Only average 13 MPG. I traveled for a living before I retired and put 130,000 miles on the road. The Suburban is absolutely beautiful. I purchased the Conversion from Moritz Chevrolet in Ft. Worth and their service was tremendous. They don't make conversions like this Suburban any more.
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Chevy Diehard
BenGrainger, 02/24/2008
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have driven Chevy's all my life. But this one may send me away. Nothing but dash problem everything has to be serviced because of lights coming on even after I have it serviced. Airbag went out right after warranty. Goes into 4 wheel low by itself. Replaced Horn, entire AC. DVD player in roof causing whole roof to droop. I love my truck but it is driving me crazy with expenses and dash lights always on. I always have things flushed and take care of my vehicles. $1000 dollars for air bag replacement now is out of my budget. Can not afford to take in to figure out why it goes into 4 wheel on its own. New horn now has problems again. This is at least my 7th Chevy could be last.
Great Vehicle
Alpha, 07/25/2003
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We love our Suburban. It is the perfect family vehicle. With four kids, the space is ideal. We've made a number of long distance road trips and the ability to move 6 people with alot of luggage and gear is a real plus. I love the fact that I can fit a 4' x 8' sheet of plywood etc... in the rear cargo area. If your a weekend project person, this vehicle is ideal. All around it's the most practical and comfortable vehicle in it's class.
2003 Chevy Suburban LT 2WD F
Easyserve, 02/07/2016
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS Rwd 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This vehicle was purchased off lease in 2006 with 35,000 miles and aside from tires brakes engine oil & transmission oil changes this Suburban has had very little repairs needed - with 1 instrument cluster(dashboard display of speed, fule, temp, volt & tach) and 2 water pumps in the duration of ownership through present day with having now 191,000 miles - still on original drive train. Never really babied the thing as I have been running I-95 up and down the coast many of times as it is a pleasure to drive - even with a full load in back, 5 people seated comfortable and trailering with full load. The only modifications I have made to the truck was a K&N intake kit and Gibson Exhaust for added HP. My only wish list for this vehicle is a 4WD version. It will be a sad day if I have to part with the vehicle.
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Workhorse
Troy S, 05/22/2010
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We bought our LT brand new and now have 137k miles on it. Still runs great and we have had very few problems. We have replaced the water pump and brakes and the rear AC drain got clogged and flooded the back. Have experienced some electrical gremlins too but our LT has had a propensity to heal itself! The engine is strong and doesn't burn oil (we have maintained it well) and it is still tight after 137k miles. Leather seats are showing their age, but also have four kids! I expect that we will start having repairs based on miles and age, but knock on wood - so far so good. This is third Suburban - my dad drives a 99 with almost 200k on it.
Good Choice
crazybin, 06/01/2003
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS Rwd 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The Suburban handles like a car. After driving many of the other full size SUV's, we were pleasantly suprised to come across the Suburban. The roomy interior and room in the back makes all the difference for large families.
Some things questionable
Vaughn, 06/23/2008
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have had the same problems as a lot of Z71 owners had, the instrument cluster is going dead, and the front suspension/shocks are brutal. I have always been a Chevy guy, especially going for the Suburban for size and comfort, but GM should know better than to compromise on this simple engineering.
Great vehicle
rob, 06/08/2010
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Very roomy for a family of 7. Great for long trips with the DVD system and interior comfort. Tons of storage space..for a family of 7. Gas mileage is excellent for the vehicle size we averaged 14.7 over the first several years. Powerful engine that can handle mountainous roads with ease.
Very Good Vehicle
gunnin4six, 12/12/2002
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Truly enjoy driving this vehicle. Mileage has been surprisingly high for a truck this size (16-20mpg), and that includes 2000 miles a year towing a 2500lb boat. The quality has been a slight disappointment, it has been to the shop on 5 seperate occasions for minor warranty repairs over the first 2 years. Also, the interior is made up of a fair amount of cheap plastic. All and all, its a very good truck, and still the best true sport utility out there.
Glad I sold it before out of warranty
shenandoah75, 11/10/2005
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LS Rwd 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This vehicle was built in Mexico which may be why I had so many problems when many with 1500's are happy. Had multiple electrical problems including airbag connection shorts, EBCM (brake controller) replacement, door sensors in the latches, alternator whine in stereo, door open false inmdicators. Piece of crap, but hauled our 6000lb trailer well. Any more than that and i would have wanted the big block (which i eventually got anyway to get out of this thing). For large families who two, the ride of this vehicle can't be beet. GM can certainly engineer a vehicle, they just need to build it to hold up better.
Not Bad
purgetank, 09/23/2004
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS Rwd 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I didn't intend to purchase this vehicle but after a test drive I was sold. The only disappointment was the front end which killed my first set of tires within 20000 miles. After that scene I've been able to really enjoy my Suburban.
Transfer Case and Transmission replaced
NNN from DC, 05/28/2006
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
After driving 87,000 freeway miles in 3 years, the transfer case and transmission went out at the same time. So much for being built to last. Not certain if I will ever buy American again as our qualilty can not compete!
American Beauty
David, 11/30/2010
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought our 2003 Sub LT new in 2003. 130,000 miles later still going strong. GM has a real winner with this truck, and the LT has all the creature comforts for the long rides to the beach or skiing (and running around town). Some drama along the way: Seat memories early on, AC failure around 50K, fuel tank sender issues but darn thing is so much fun to have around we have kept her even after the family has grown up. My wife now drives a Lexus RX (and all her friends too) but I can't let this gem go.
Always wanted one
mountain, 08/17/2003
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I always wanted one and now I know why. The smooth quiet ride and handling blow away, the Ford's and Dodge's. The style and dependability are outstanding. My 1996 3500 Chevy Crew Cab has 96,541 miles on it and the only thing I ever replaced was the fuel pump. I also just gave my 1989 Chevy S-10 4x4 Blazer to my father, it is running great with 241,000 miles on it. Chevrolet truck quality is head and shoulders above the market competition. I expect the same performance from my Suburban. Plenty of room and comfort for my family and friends.
Review 2003
Neal Boynton, 08/17/2003
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS Rwd 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The 2003 is lighter and handles a little better than the 2000. The 2003 does not get as good as milage as the 2000, in fact it is exactly 2.3 miles less per gallon than the 2000.Do not know why but I suspect it is the different transmission. Also GM has all kinds of little nickle and dime short cuts in the 2003, like no tail gate key entry, cheaper paint in the door jams, lots of little cheap cut backs that are surprising for a vehicle that has one of the most loyal customer followings.
I Used to Love This Truck!
Nikki, 07/07/2010
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this truck brand new in 2003. I love the interior space of this truck. Now, in 2010, the truck has 128,000 miles. Can't remember all the repairs I had done on truck. Most repairs was covered under warranty. When truck went out of warranty more problems increased. Now truck loses power while being driven (so dangerous), Front A/C control blows only on max, passenger airbag needs to be serviced. Took truck to Chevy dealership and they can't find the problem with any of the things I just listed. Got to keep 1/4 or more of gas in tank or car won't start. Wish I'd known to keep truck until warranty ran out & then purchased another SUV. However, I will really miss this truck. :(
Surprisingly Good Truck
Mark Cee, 01/21/2008
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
After years of driving Toyota pickups and RAV-4, I was hesitant to buy a Chevy but I did because I needed the extra size. I've got to admit - I am very surprised at the quality and reliability of this truck. I bought the truck when it was 2 years old with 30,000 miles on it. I now have over 90,000 miles on the truck and the only problems I've had so far was the Instrument Panel ($400) and the A/C belt tensioner ($250). It has the same "tight" quality feel that I grew accustomed to as a Toyota owner. It's clear that, at least on this model, GM has finally learned it's lesson and built a high-quality automobile. That was certainly not the case 15 years ago!
Last Chevy
PW, 03/14/2006
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
Where to begin, probably the worst truck I ever owned. Four Wheel Drive front end was replaced, steering box of some sort replaced, speedometer cable/control, catalytic converter, battery leaked and went dead (15K miles), acid ate through the pump for the windshield washer. Tons of problems. Biggest pile of junk I have owned. Latest problem I have is it slips into 4wd, but the indicator light does not go on, happened twice. I am going back to Ford.
2500 8.1
mikesbrunn, 01/02/2010
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LS Rwd 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
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I have just passed 96000. miles. The only maintanence has been oil and trans fluids. I have never even had the brakes done. I use this to tow a 24 ft box trailer with an antique car, weight is 11,000 lbs. We have been thru the Rocky Mt 3 times and this truck pulls effortly. I would buy a new one but no 8 liters are made anymore.
You should get one!
JAB, 10/28/2002
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS Rwd 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
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I was really surprised how well it handles. It is so comfortable to drive!! Our family loves it!
Ford Traitor - never had a GM product
X-Expedition, 02/15/2003
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
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A great Truck! Of course we purchased our 2001 Suburban for our rescued greyhound who likes to travel. Plenty of room for the way we pack(for a month regardless) and Cutter too! Plus a comfortable ride with my 20ft. Ranger tagging along behind(like it's not even there) when we are filming a local Outdoor TV show. Again, plenty of room for our luggage, cameras, and other gear. Hunting shows are no problem either.... especially in this part of the country where you pack for cool, warm, and cold. Just a great all around truck and I'm getting ready to purchase a 2003.
Happy to be Safe
Just a Mom, 07/24/2003
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LS Rwd 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
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We went from a small foreign SUV to this. It is a new world! We love it! We may be driving our kids' college education but it is worth the money. The leather seats are terrific and the ride is unbeatable. Most of all, we just feel as though our family is safe rising in it.
Suburban LT
wpayne, 11/05/2002
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS Rwd 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
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Picked up last week of October. Break in milegage (under 60) was 21.5 mpg. Mileage drops off over 60. Comfort is great, as well as roominess.
Suburban
Cindy E. Martlock, 07/24/2003
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
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I love this vehicle.
2001 Suburban Review
bjd, 11/06/2002
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
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Very nice and fun to drive and has a lot of room
Best SUV Owned
Lezley, 07/25/2003
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
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After the birth of our third child we need something large to bus our rambunkious family. The suburban is the fourth SUV we have owned and it is above and beyond the BEST SUV out there. It is fun to drive and handles much like a touring car despite the size. We like it so much we are considering the purchase of second suburban (his and hers).
WONDERFUL
shanelle, 07/25/2003
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
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wonderful truck, massive power and lost lasting engines
Too Easy
TreeUnder, 10/28/2002
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
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I just love the 03 Z71 exterior styling and suspension. Ride comfort is not compromised at all. Room is cavernous and the powered/heated leather seats are (driver/passenger) are a awesome. Too bad at time of purch, zero percent only avail at 24 month term.
great ride
mcr, 07/25/2003
2003 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LS 4WD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
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Good Handling Strong Truck
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