1999 GMC Suburban Review
1999 GMC Suburban Review
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Pros
- Roomy with seating for nine. Plenty of luggage/cargo space. Powerful engine.
Cons
- Low gas mileage. Hard to park. A bit rough over the bumps.
What’s new
A couple of new colors are the only modifications to the Suburban.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1999 GMC Suburban C1500 SLE 4dr SUV 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 $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$307/mo for Suburban 1500 SLE
Suburban 1500 SLE
vs
$254/mo
Avg. Large SUV
Vehicle overview
In some sections of the country, wise middle-class folks have been tooling around for several years in mile-long Suburbans, whether or not they have great need for all that expanse behind the driver's seat. These days, throughout the suburban reaches of Houston and Dallas, among other spots, the Chevrolet and GMC Suburban have become de facto status-flaunting vehicles, pushing prices beyond the reach of the common man.
Yes, those who formerly wheeled about town in a Cadillac, and wouldn't feel quite right in a pickup truck, appear to have twirled their affections toward the biggest passenger vehicles in the General Motors repertoire.Mechanically, you get the same layout in the smaller Yukon, but if you select a GMC Suburban, you can get 255 horsepower at 4600 rpm and 330 pound-feet of torque at 2800 rpm.
Last year GMC introduced a new four- wheel drive system to the Suburban called Autotrac. It automatically shifts from 2WD to 4WD when wheel slippage is detected, just like Ford's Control-Trac system in the similarly gargantuan Expedition.
Today's Suburban can seat up to nine occupants and tow as much as five tons, when properly equipped. For families that need plenty of room for youngsters, or for retirees who need loads of power to haul a travel trailer, a Suburban can make good sense.
Consumer reviews
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5 star(59%)
4 star(27%)
3 star(5%)
2 star(7%)
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44 reviews
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4.75 out of 5 stars
Big, Bad Dude!
aezernack, 07/30/2005
1999 GMC Suburban C1500 SLE 4dr SUV
This beast rules the road! I have owned this vehicle for 3 years. It now has 127000+ miles on it and the only repair has been a new fuel pump. I have replaced the brakes and other regular maintenance stuff. The engine runs like the day I bought it and the A/C is arctic. The interior has held up nicely despite 4 kids. The exterior is still in excellent shape. No rust anywhere. I … absolutely love this truck and have already bought another 1999 for my wife.
4.75 out of 5 stars
Big Burbis a towing animal!
White Whale, 10/20/2003
1999 GMC Suburban K2500 4dr SUV 4WD
I bought my 4 wheel drive 3/4 ton Burb
used and was concerned about the
reliability. Fortunately my concerns
were unfounded. I frequently tow a
heavy Jeep on a full floor metal
trailer through the mountains and the
454 ci just growls along. I have not
had any mechanical problems whatsoever
although it uses alot of brakes and I
replaced the factory ones with …
cryogenically treated slotted rotors
and use $120 kevlar/ceramic pads. They
don't last long but they stop this
behemoth quick and straight. Bottom
line is I wouldn't trade my truck for
any vehicle. It is a towing animal plus
I can haul 6 passengers and a ton of
luggage!
4.38 out of 5 stars
Great Car
Carlton, 04/29/2010
1999 GMC Suburban K1500 4dr SUV 4WD
I bought this car in 2001 with 80,000 miles on it. It has been one of the most reliable cars I have ever had. I am so impressed with the Suburban, that I wax it once a month. I now have 237,000 miles and it still runs like a champ! Believe me, I got a great car!
4.63 out of 5 stars
Best SUV of its time.
Matt, 10/16/2009
1999 GMC Suburban C1500 SLT 4dr SUV
Alright, so this truck is plain great. About a year back we had the head gaskets replaced (175000 miles, currently 185000) and its ready to go for 200000 more! The only problem we have with it is the ABS brakes act up and sometimes the brake pedal pushes back, but its no big deal... just keep the foot pushing back. We used this truck for hauling horse trailers for 8 years, and still use … it for vacation. There is plenty of room in the back, and the back seats fold down for even more room. I am 6'6 and I still have about 2" of headroom left.
1999 Suburban Highlights
1500
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 47.5 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | four wheel drive |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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