Used 2017 Chevrolet Suburban LT SUV Review
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Edmunds Summary Review of the 2017 Chevrolet Suburban LT SUV
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Seating for up to nine passengers
- Pro:Cargo capacity is generous
- Pro:High-quality interior adds some luxury
- Pro:Strong V8 engine is up to the task
- Con:Maneuvering in tight spaces is challenging
- Con:High cargo floor means more effort to load objects
- Con:Throttle response is sluggish
- Con:Maximum passenger capacity is available only in the base model
Full Edmunds Review: 2017 Chevrolet Suburban SUV
Driving
The stout 5.3-liter V8 under the 2017 Suburban's hood is easily up to the task of hauling a full complement of people and cargo, although the heavy effort of the throttle pedal (a measure to improve fuel economy) makes the vehicle react sluggishly. The lethargy that results means that the driver needs to get on the gas pedal earlier and more aggressively when merging onto a highway or passing slower traffic.
As a passenger, there is a mix of positive and negative impressions within the cabin. The interior is quiet on the highway — wind roar, road noise, and powertrain thrash have been silenced to barely detectable levels. The available adaptive Magnetic Ride Control suspension provides a smooth ride over the bumps and thumps of the road surface. At the same time, small surface imperfections transmit noticeable shake and shudder, and opting for the optional 22-inch wheels degrades the ride quality even further.
The 2017 Chevrolet Suburban is one massive SUV, and this is readily apparent when you're behind the wheel. As a truck-based SUV, it's not nearly as agile or maneuverable as car-based crossovers, and multiple-point turns will be a common occurrence in tight confines. At the same time, the Suburban is an eager partner in all kinds of outdoor adventures, and few vehicles deliver so much capability at this price point.
Interior
As you'd expect from the full-size footprint, 2017 Chevrolet Suburban's interior is indeed oversized, yet it's really only spacious for the first two seating rows. Cabin materials are noticeably nicer than rivals, particularly for LT and Premier trims. From the driver seat, visibility is understandably limited by the sheer size of the vehicle, but it's better than you might expect. The standard rearview camera and rear parking sensors help to take away some of the guesswork when backing into a parking space.
Front seats easily accommodate larger occupants, but the base model's tilt-only steering wheel might force taller drivers to contend with a long reach. The middle-row bench or optional bucket seats are similarly spacious, although the range of adjustment is limited. By comparison, the third-row seats are compromised by minimal padding and cramped legroom because the seats are meant to be folded to improve cargo capacity.
Cargo space is impressive, with 38.9 cubic feet of space behind the third row of seats, 76.7 cubic feet behind the second row, and 121.1 cubic feet behind the first row. These figures are comparable to the Toyota Sequoia, but they are smaller than those of the Ford Expedition XL. While there's no doubt that the Suburban can hold all of your stuff, remember that truck-style high cargo floor (which must clear the solid-axle suspension beneath) makes for strenuous loading.
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