2008 Chevrolet Suburban Review: 2008’s Best Full-Size SUV, but Not Nearly Worth the Price

Gilbert Smith
Jun 12, 2023

The 2008 Chevrolet Suburban would be a hands-down winner if only it didn’t sell in the $10,000 to $12,000 range. It’s the most comfortable vehicle in its class, and as powerful as a full-size pickup. But you don’t want to spend five figures on a vehicle that’ll be lucky to see another 40,000 miles.

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likeFilled The Good
The most comfortable, powerful, and luxurious SUV in its class, the 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is just the thing for getting around with the whole family in tow.
dislikeFilled The Bad
It’s only marginally better than a 2008 Ford Expedition, while costing around twice as much.

Is the 2008 Chevrolet Suburban a Good Used Car?

  • Overall Rating 8/10 – The 2008 Suburban really is the best full-size SUV released in 2008.
  • Interior, Comfort & Cargo 9/10 – This is one of the most comfortable vehicles ever made. If the back row folded flat, this would be a perfect ten.
  • Reliability 7/10 – The 2008 Suburban is dependable, but it’s reaching the end of its life expectancy, typically hitting the used car market with 160,000 miles on the odometer.
  • Safety 8/10 – It’s built like a tank, crash test ratings are good, and standard safety equipment is generous.
  • Gas Mileage 5/10 – You already know what you’re getting into with a 15 year old full-size SUV, but the Suburban struggles to deliver 12 miles to the gallon in the city.
  • Value 5/10 – With the Ford Expedition offering most of the same amenities at around half the price, it just makes no sense to buy a 2008 Suburban.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Stacy C
Dependable large SUV for everyone in the family.
Great vehicle that dependable. There is a lot of room, it drives smooth and handled well. The suburban is very comfortable and has room for everyone in the family. It does burn oil, so check the oil between oil changes. That is the only drawback to the vehicle.
accountCircle Jess J
It is a great family car and can pull your toys easily but it take a lot of gas!
It is big so it fits all of our kids and our stuff. The front has seat warmers. It is 4 wheel drive and is able to easily pull our boat.
accountCircle Chase M
Amazing family vehicle other than lifter issue.
The only problems we encountered with it other than normal wear and tear was the issue with the lifters sticking. Which gave it a dead miss and lifters sticking are caused by the afm or dod. We had to replace cam lifters etc. That was only issue and of course not good on gas but that's expected with a vehicle and motor that size.
accountCircle Sydney S
It is wonderful. The gas mileage is good.
It has moveable seats. It's a little a small. The sunroof is nice. Gas mileage is good. It fits our dog.
accountCircle Melanie G
Suburban great family car
Great for families! Lots of room. Comfortable seats over the second row buckets. Better than minivan. Kids love videos wish there was two but that's ok. Lots of cup holders room for sports equipment. Drives smooth better than Yukon xl. Had Chevys most of life they are great vehicles. Try for yourself!
accountCircle Amie M
Our Chevy Suburban is an economical and roomy vehicle for a large family!!
My Suburban is one of the best purchases that we have made. We have a family of six, and we can sit all people comfortably. We also like to take family vacations, and we drive the Suburban. It gets good gas mileage for a Large SUV. We love that it has rear air. It also has a large back seat that holds plenty of luggage for a trip. We have taken it to the mountains, where it road like an all terrain vehicle. Our kids love that it has a plug to charge phones in the back seat. It is a very comfortable vehicle for a family. It is free from road noise and has cruise control that helps on long trips.
accountCircle Joy A
Safe, spacious and easy, no better family vehicle than our Chevrolet Suburban.
My 2008 Chevrolet suburban is by far the best vehicle I've had since I started driving. I purchased this vehicle when it was already 8 years old, it had only one previous owner who kept it in great condition. After 3 years of driving and maintaining this vehicle I have come to believe that I could not be comfortable in anything smaller with a family of our size. I have 5 children and the suburban fits everyone comfortably with room to spare. The interior of my suburban is leather which makes it easy to clean which is essential when you have children. The children really enjoy the stereo system, the speakers project sound very well throughout the vehicle offering great sound for them to sing along to. The A/C has not faltered at all since we purchased the vehicle, with regular maintenance of course. The cargo area is large enough to carry my double stroller and still provide enough room for groceries and/ or other items. The safety features of the suburban give me great peace of mind. The locking features for the rear doors and windows are especially helpful when traveling with children. My suburban is over ten years old and with proper maintenance I have had no problems with any of the mechanical aspects of the vehicle. It still runs like new, being very quiet and efficient. Although it is a very heavy vehicle, I have never had any reason to doubt the brake system on the vehicle which reassures me of the safety of the suburban. Our family is in very good hands on the road.
accountCircle Alicia M
It's gas mileage. So they know if it's gas consumption will fit in their budget.
I love the space it gives our family for outings. The 4-wheel drive has been a life saver in the winter. Only complaint is the gas mileage isn't so great.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle mary h
Think hard about what you want in the car the most
I like that it can pull almost anything. I hate that you can not adjust the middle and back seats, that it does not handle dirt roads very well. That it is expensive to repair anything on it
accountCircle Rachel Z
It is good for a big family, and comfortable.
My suburban has everything, DVD player, heated leather seats, moonroof and sunroof. Everything, however the light for the stereo only works when it wants to. Which means you cannot adjust anything and the DVD player worked for like 2 weeks when I bought it. Rust issues and an issue with a oil pressure regulator sensor.
accountCircle Mommy R
Middle seats recline and back seats fold down.
The good thing about it is the 3rd row seating if you have a big family. The back seats also lay down for storage purposes and the middle seats do recline. I do not like the gas mileage it gets and it is older so it does not drive as good as the newer versions.
accountCircle Melissa L
It is very large and hard to park but it does have lots of room for kids and extras.
The Suburban is very large and therefore, sometimes hard to park. It is a gas guzzler. Not your in town every day errand driver. The size and available room do come in handy when hauling unusual or large objects

What Do Critics Say About the 2008 Chevrolet Suburban?

Consumer Reports found the Suburban to be well-suited to large families and for drivers who need a comfortable SUV that can go off-road and carry its weight as a towing machine. They note ungainly handling and poor fuel economy as the only major complaints.

Kelley Blue Book found the Suburban to be one of the most comfortable, capable vehicles on the road in any class, with enough towing power for anything you want to take with you. They note that it’s a lot more car than you need for anything but the biggest family, especially with gas prices on the rise.

Edmunds liked the smooth-driving V8 engine, the spacious seating, and the high-end interior finish. They note that the third row doesn’t fold flat, the SUV is slow to accelerate, and the curb weight leaves the vehicle steering more like a boat and less like a car.

What Common Problems Does the 2008 Chevrolet Suburban Have?

The 2008 Chevy Suburban has generated 310 complaints with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, with 133 of these being for the airbags. A pair of airbag recalls for exploding inflators were issued issued in early 2021, but many drivers report that they’re still waiting on recall parts.

48 structure complaints point to cracks in the dashboard, right over the airbags. This may or may not always be related to the airbag issues, but is nevertheless worrying when you know that the inflators may be liable to explode.

Drivers have reported recurring issues with doors failing to unlock with the key fob, as well as door handles failing to work properly.

The 2008 Suburban has been recalled 4 times in total, which is average for an SUV of this age.

How Long Will the 2008 Chevrolet Suburban Last?

You’ll probably get around 200,000 miles out of your Chevy Suburban before the expensive repairs start to pile up. Some drivers have reported 300,000 miles and up, but 200,000 is more realistic when you’re buying used, as you can’t always vouch for the previous owner’s maintenance habits.

Repairpal estimate an annual maintenance cost of around $804, which may sound high, but it’s on par for a full-size SUV this old. They cite AC condenser replacements, new spark plug wires, and new seat heaters as the most expensive common repairs, ranging from around $451 to $634 each.

accountCircle Ashley O

Yes the Chevy suburban is very reliable. There are no known major problems given you just keep up with regular maintenance

accountCircle Thomas K

It is regularly breaking down, large and small mechanisms need replacement often. It has cost a LOT in repairs and I can no longer afford it

How Is the Technology?

Entertainment technology in the 2008 Chevy Suburban is pretty generous. Standard features include MP3 players and auxiliary input jacks, you’ve got 8 speakers to start with, and the SUV is available with a DVD player for the back row.

Safety technology is, likewise, pretty generous for 2008. Lots of now-standard features weren’t commonplace back then, but you’ve got StabiliTrak and anti-lock brakes as standard features, and rear parking assist as an option.

Is the 2008 Chevrolet Suburban a Good Value?

The 2008 Chevy Suburban is expensive. Yes, it’s the best full-size SUV released in 2008, but the entry-level LS typically sells for around $9,582, while a high-end LTZ usually goes for around $11,999.

You’re not just paying for a premium sticker price, either. The car guzzles gas like it’s free, and it’s expensive to maintain. Add to that the fact that these prices are for models with around 160,000 miles on the odometer. Do you really want to spend ten, twelve grand on an SUV with just 40,000 miles left to go?

What are the Different Models of the 2008 Chevrolet Suburban?

The 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is available in three models, from the base LS to the high-end LTZ.

In the entry-level LS you’re getting:

  • Heated mirrors
  • Remote keyless entry
  • CD/MP3 player with 8 speakers
  • Anti-lock brakes and StabiliTrak traction control
  • Premium cloth seating
  • Tri-zone manual air conditioning

The mid-range LT adds:

  • Leather-wrapped steering wheel
  • Optional remote start

With the top-of-the-line LTZ you’re adding:

  • Fog lights
  • Leather seating
  • UltraSonic parking assist

What Engines Come In the 2008 Chevrolet Suburban?

  • The base engine in the 2008 Chevy Suburban is a 5.3L Vortec V8 delivering 310 horsepower and 335 lb.-ft. of torque. This is paired to a 4-speed automatic transmission in four wheel drive, and it delivers 14/19 miles to the gallon, city/highway. The 5.3L V8 can tow up to 7,000 pounds.
  • A 6.0L Vortec V8 is available, delivering 366 horsepower and 380 lb.-ft. of torque. This is paired to a 4-speed automatic in rear wheel drive, it averages 12/17 miles to the gallon, and it can tow up to 9,600 pounds.

What Colors Does the 2008 Chevrolet Suburban Come In?

How Comfortable Is the 2008 Chevrolet Suburban?

The 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is one of the most comfortable vehicles ever mass-produced. That’s no exaggeration. The suspension rides smooth, the seating feels like premium indoor furniture, and the cabin stretches a generous 62 inches across at the hip.

You will have absolutely no complaints in this department, even with the whole team on board.

How Much Storage Space Does the 2008 Chevrolet Suburban Have?

The 2008 Suburban offers 46 cubic feet of cargo space with the seats up, and an incredible 137 cubic feet with the third row taken out and the second row folded flat. The SUV lacks a folding third row, but if you haul more cargo than you do passengers, you may find that seating for five is plenty and leave the back seats in the garage.

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What Are the Differences Between Years?

2008 was the second model year in the Suburban’s 10th Generation, running from 2007 to 2014.

2006: The biggest changes for the 9th Gen Suburban’s final model year were towing mirrors, tire pressure monitors, and audio controls mounted to the steering wheel.

2007: Chevy relaunched the Suburban with a modernized body design, an improved interior layout, and seating for up to nine.

2008: There were no major changes for 2008.

2009: Chevy added a more fuel-efficient 6-speed automatic transmission in 2009. The front row got a 12-way memory seat, too.

2010: Chevrolet dropped the 2LT trim options for 2010, simplifying the list to just the LS, LT, and LTZ, plus whatever optional packages you want.

How Does the 2008 Chevrolet Suburban Compare to the Competition?

The 2008 Chevy Suburban is the best full-size SUV released in its model year. But, that’s by a fairly narrow margin. The 2008 Ford Expedition is almost as good, if not quite as cushy, and it sells for about half the cost of a Suburban.

Even the GMC Yukon, which is almost the exact same SUV as a Suburban, sells for a few hundred dollars less, being the less known nameplate of the two.

The 2008 Chevrolet Suburban may be the best SUV in its category, but it wins by a nose, and it’s priced like a brand new compact. It’s just not worth it at this cost.

Ranks #1 Full Size SUV by Owners

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Do Owners Recommend the 2008 Chevrolet Suburban?

accountCircle Christina N

Yes, the Chevy suburban is a good vehicle. It is good for large families with plenty of seating and does not feel crowded and has plenty of cargo space not available in other SUVs. It has a very helpful rear view backup camera and TV for entertainment during your ride

accountCircle Tamara V

Somewhat. It has pros and cons. It fits a family of five and is food for road trips. However, it is always in the shop and is made of cheap parts

Owner Reviews

accountCircle Mersaddies B on March 17, 2021
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I love my captains chairs having two kids I don't have to worry about then fighting and hurting each other. There is also a lot of room for being a parent I can fit groceries plus the stroller and if needed I can fold my back seats down to fit more. My only downside on the vehicle is the gas consumption
accountCircle Chris A on February 26, 2021
It is got a lift hatch on a key fob. It fits 7-8 people. It is got heated seats.
My suburban has a backup camera, entertainment center and seats 7 or 8 if needed. It drives like a dream. The gas mileage is not that bad. It is really comfortable. Love the grocery space. It is got heated seats. The two captains chairs roll up nicely. It is got automatic door opener to make it easier for you. It is got automatic startup on a nice sets of key fobs. What's not to love about it.
accountCircle Jess W on January 28, 2021
Nice family car Chevrolet Suburban
Comfortable family car, safe for kids, easy to drive, reliable, enjoy driving everyday to take kids to school
accountCircle Mary E on January 26, 2021
What I love about our Chevy suburban.
What I love the most about our vehicle is the heated seats. It is a very comfortable vehicle. I like that the heat and air control can be adjusted for both the driver and passenger. The car has held up for us. I really love the leather seats and the soothing comfort when I add the heating element. There is pl3nty of seating room eight to be exact. There is still plenty of storage room.
accountCircle Savannah H on January 25, 2021
Chevy Suburban, the ultimate family luxury vehicle
My suburban, in my opinion, is the ultimate family vehicle. It can seat up 7 passengers comfortably. My kids and their friends enjoy the two DVD screens in the back while taking long trips. When the vehicle is in park, the front screen also shows the movie. We enjoy the power windows and locks, the four heated seats, the sunroof. The back hatch is easily opened from the front seat with the push of a button. This has been a very reliable vehicle that has never left my family stranded. Very easy to drive. I thought when I bought it that it would be hard to park it because of the size but I got used to it really quick and it hasn't been a problem.
accountCircle Amy M on January 12, 2021
It seats 7, sunroof, heated seats, cruise control, has an option for XM radio.
My vehicle is very roomy. I love my kids have plenty of space. It is very dependable. I wish it got better gas mileage. It have many features that I love like cruise control, heated seats, and a sunroof. It seems to use more oil than expected, but it is not that big of an inconvenience in my opinion.
accountCircle Roxanne G on January 8, 2021
Others should know that it is great for a big family that needs the extra space.
. It is perfect for my family because it has a lot of room & we ride comfortably. I have a 7 children so we need all the extra space. I simply love my truck!
accountCircle leemar g on January 6, 2021
That it is a safe care and good on gas. And all the space you need
I like most about my car thats is very spacious. My whole family fits cause we are a family of 6 and we need all the space we can get
accountCircle Logan S on January 6, 2021
Great SUV for multiple purposes. I did not want a minivan and am so glad I went with a Suburban LTZ with the captains chairs. It offers more room and we can tow a trailer with ease. It's also great in snow.
Large enough to accommodate multiple adults and children with convertible car seats. There's plenty of space for groceries, furniture, etc. Towing capacity, GPS, DVD, heated seats and memory settings for seats.
accountCircle Carla H on January 6, 2021
Extremely reliable and dependable.
Size, comfort, interior, color and reliability. Awesome for long trips and large families. Ability to pack a large number of bags.
accountCircle Laura K on January 5, 2021
It is a nice roomy vehicle for trips whether long or short.
I like that when we go shopping with the family, there is still enough room for the groceries. It runs and drives great with minimal repairs. Very roomy for trips.
accountCircle Amber L on December 26, 2020
It is a gas guzzler. Be prepared to shell out some money in.
I love the heated seats and all the space! Some issues sensors. Thermostat issues as well. The driver 1, and driver 2 memory is awesome.
accountCircle Mary p on December 17, 2020
I love my suburban it has 3 seats a dvd player with a tv what i dislike about it my door handles are getting stuck it drinks a lot of gas
It drinks a lot of gas and have no room with all my kids in it lol
accountCircle Joy A on December 17, 2020
Safe, spacious and easy, no better family vehicle than our Chevrolet Suburban.
My 2008 Chevrolet suburban is by far the best vehicle I've had since I started driving. I purchased this vehicle when it was already 8 years old, it had only one previous owner who kept it in great condition. After 3 years of driving and maintaining this vehicle I have come to believe that I could not be comfortable in anything smaller with a family of our size. I have 5 children and the suburban fits everyone comfortably with room to spare. The interior of my suburban is leather which makes it easy to clean which is essential when you have children. The children really enjoy the stereo system, the speakers project sound very well throughout the vehicle offering great sound for them to sing along to. The A/C has not faltered at all since we purchased the vehicle, with regular maintenance of course. The cargo area is large enough to carry my double stroller and still provide enough room for groceries and/ or other items. The safety features of the suburban give me great peace of mind. The locking features for the rear doors and windows are especially helpful when traveling with children. My suburban is over ten years old and with proper maintenance I have had no problems with any of the mechanical aspects of the vehicle. It still runs like new, being very quiet and efficient. Although it is a very heavy vehicle, I have never had any reason to doubt the brake system on the vehicle which reassures me of the safety of the suburban. Our family is in very good hands on the road.
accountCircle Kerry D on December 15, 2020
It is reliable and a great family vehicle.
It has plenty of room for kids, luggage, groceries, etc. It has been very dependable. We can pull a boat with it.
accountCircle Tiffany M on December 9, 2020
That my vehicle is very safe.
My vehicle is safe and easy to drive. I love the amount of space I have for my family. Great vehicle all around.
accountCircle lucille U on November 22, 2020
It is a flex fuel so it does use less gas than a regular SUV.
I love how smooth it drives. I love the 3rd row seating. I love the feel of the seats and comfortably. I have no complaints other than small electrical problems.
accountCircle Jordan H on November 20, 2020
Family vehicle but in need of maintenance.
It is a very solid, durable vehicle with a ton of room for storage and a family of five. Unfortunately, there is always something going on to have to keep getting repairs made. Small parts are regularly wearing out and on a suburban there is no inexpensive repair or replacement. Overall, if you are willing to pay extra for maintenance and repairs, it is a great vehicle for a large family that travels a lot.
accountCircle Fitzgerald B on November 12, 2020
How well it handles gas consumption.
I like that my Suburban is roomy. I also like that it is good on gas for its size. I think this will be my last vehicle for awhile.
accountCircle Heather B on November 4, 2020
I love how I can control everything from the front seat
I love that my truck has DVD player. It's seats can fold up if I need them to the trunk can open with a simple touch. That comes IN Handy when your hands full and have kids. Then I love that I can control everything right from the TV screen in the front.
accountCircle Dawn S on October 24, 2020
There s comfortable seating for all including the dog.
I love the seating with the 3rd row seating and the cargo space for my large dog. I dislike it burns oil.
accountCircle Marco M on October 18, 2020
It's the SUV you need for road trips
The suburban is the best SUV I have ever own. The ride is smooth, and for long road trip,it's amazing. The only bad thing is it sucks a lot gas in the city. And in the, hot summer days it takes a while for the,suburban to cool down. The space inside is great with the third row I can fit 8 adults.
accountCircle Jon H on October 12, 2020
It's a solid vehicle well worth owning.
It's a very neat vehicle. It doesn't quite hold my "more grown up" family of 6, because the leg room isn't quite enough, but otherwise it's a the best vehicle I've ever owned.
accountCircle L S on October 11, 2020
Probably that it is a Heavy duty vehicle and reliable.
I like the larger size vehicle to haul items. The exterior style is nice. I don't like that gas mileage
accountCircle Amie M on October 1, 2020
Our Chevy Suburban is an economical and roomy vehicle for a large family!!
My Suburban is one of the best purchases that we have made. We have a family of six, and we can sit all people comfortably. We also like to take family vacations, and we drive the Suburban. It gets good gas mileage for a Large SUV. We love that it has rear air. It also has a large back seat that holds plenty of luggage for a trip. We have taken it to the mountains, where it road like an all terrain vehicle. Our kids love that it has a plug to charge phones in the back seat. It is a very comfortable vehicle for a family. It is free from road noise and has cruise control that helps on long trips.
accountCircle Melania L on September 15, 2020
A really spacious and comfortable SUV.
What I love about my vehicle is all the space we have, is big enough for 7 people plus a lot of space on the back, so comfortable to long trips. The only inconvenience is how much I spend in gas, with today cost is so expensive to used just for normal trips.
accountCircle Rachel Z on September 14, 2020
It is good for a big family, and comfortable.
My suburban has everything, DVD player, heated leather seats, moonroof and sunroof. Everything, however the light for the stereo only works when it wants to. Which means you cannot adjust anything and the DVD player worked for like 2 weeks when I bought it. Rust issues and an issue with a oil pressure regulator sensor.
accountCircle Audra C on September 9, 2020
It is a beast and it has a lot of power. It is also great for road trips.
I love that it has enough seats for my family. I love the DVD player. I love that It's big and has great storage. I wish it was a little be newer.
accountCircle Angela C on August 27, 2020
Big semi luxury family vehicle
This vehicle has a large body that seats a lot of passengers with three rows of seats and a large storage area in the back
accountCircle Guadalupe A on August 20, 2020
Smooth luxury ride for a non Minivan family
In the LTZ model, it has wood grain interior, a DVD player, heated seats on screen navigation, OnStar capabilities, back up camera.. It also features 'Captain' seats in the second row with heated seats. My truck has the automatic running boards so when the door opens, the running boards comes out from underneath the truck. My truck features the 6.0L engine which is better than Flex Fuel engines.. But it does burn thru oil and gas very quickly. Automatic start on the remote. Very smooth ride, I love my truck.
accountCircle Sabrina T on August 18, 2020
Comfort and durability that last.
This vehicle has kept up very well with only regular services. No big repairs have needed to be done. We love the car and so do our kids. It is very comfortable and has enough room for sports equipment as well as room for long road trips. The performance is great and has plenty of power to tow. The freeway gas mileage is also amazing for a big vehicle.
accountCircle Kristen S on August 16, 2020
It's very safe and reliable. Easy to work on. Plenty of space
Reliable,comfortable, leather seats with built in heaters Wish it would tow my camper a little better. Would prefer the captain seats in the middle row so it's easier to get in and out of the third row seats
accountCircle Alicia M on August 12, 2020
It's gas mileage. So they know if it's gas consumption will fit in their budget.
I love the space it gives our family for outings. The 4-wheel drive has been a life saver in the winter. Only complaint is the gas mileage isn't so great.
accountCircle barbara a on August 12, 2020
It does take a lot of gas.
I love that my Suburban is roomy. I also love the way it drives. It is smooth ride.
accountCircle Dale T on August 9, 2020
This is my car - the suburban that I bought second hand.
We got it second hand on craigslist, fixed it up, and it runs well, though a bit of a struggle in the winter time. And does need a bit of repairs from time to time, nothing major, just the usual checkup and oil, etc. It does the job as it should without much fighting.
accountCircle Jess J on July 30, 2020
It is a great family car and can pull your toys easily but it take a lot of gas!
It is big so it fits all of our kids and our stuff. The front has seat warmers. It is 4 wheel drive and is able to easily pull our boat.
accountCircle Lisa B on July 30, 2020
It seats 9 people so there is enough room for my whole family and we still have plenty of space.
My vehicle seats 9 and I love it due to having 4 kids. I don't like that the dashboards are known to crack in those models. I also don't like the price of gas when I need to fill it up. But in the end I love it and it drives great.
accountCircle bob C on July 27, 2020
First model year changes have there bugs to work out
It is the size I need for my family, could be more fuel efficient and is starting to rust
accountCircle Melanie H on July 25, 2020
My vehicle is in great shape for the year, nothing wrong with it, good on gas
My suburban has a very smooth ride, comfortable seats, great sound system, nice entertainment package
accountCircle Melissa L on July 18, 2020
It is very large and hard to park but it does have lots of room for kids and extras.
The Suburban is very large and therefore, sometimes hard to park. It is a gas guzzler. Not your in town every day errand driver. The size and available room do come in handy when hauling unusual or large objects
accountCircle Melanie G on July 5, 2020
Suburban great family car
Great for families! Lots of room. Comfortable seats over the second row buckets. Better than minivan. Kids love videos wish there was two but that's ok. Lots of cup holders room for sports equipment. Drives smooth better than Yukon xl. Had Chevys most of life they are great vehicles. Try for yourself!
accountCircle Kim W on June 26, 2020
It is very roomy. Provides lots of extra seating.
I love the space this vehicle provides. It is especially great for our family while traveling. It is a base model with no "extras" which is exactly what we like. I dislike the gas mileage and the color is not our first choice. No real complaints
accountCircle Jen L on June 9, 2020
Very roomy, and dependable.
Spacious, and 4x4 so can go pretty much anywhere to camp. You can bring a tent, or sleeps 2 people, and a small dog. This suburban has lot's of power with it is big engine, but the gas mileage is not so good on a big vehicle like it. Over all we love our suburban and recommend them to people with big families, or dogs etc..
accountCircle Tammy W on May 24, 2020
My suburban is a sturdy, I would recommend this vehicle to anyone.
My suburban gets good fuel mileage, the engine size of this vehicle is heavy enough to pull trailers with moderate loads, interior is suitable for several passengers. Second row of seats has two buckets seats which give easy access to 3rd row seating. Large cargo space behind 3rd row is adequate for shopping needs. Entertainment of DVD system is nice for passengers. Has a nice GPS tracking system with large screen to see.
accountCircle Lori H on May 21, 2020
The suburban is a large capacity vehicle that is very roomy inside.
The suburban is very roomy. It seats up to 8 people and has lots of head and leg room. The gas mileage is not the greatest, but it is a very dependable car. It has a rear camera and a DVD player. It has both v6 and v8 engines, and shifts between the two automatically. The seats are leather and both the front seats and middle seats are heated. There is a sunroof and a center console, along with cup holders for every passenger. The trunk opens up with a touch of your hand or with the remote.
accountCircle Kate A on May 11, 2020
The tv with a remote that you can control from the front.
It's a great vehicle, other than fuel mileage. Spacious, well equipped vehicle while having children! Great motor, love the heated seats. Can tow mostly anything! Children love the heated seats, and tv in the back. The leather seats are amazing, and the reclining option is great!
accountCircle brandi l on May 3, 2020
If you need a vehicle for a family, the Suburban is a great option.
My Suburban is the most comfortable vehicle that I have owned. It has plenty of cargo room, and seats 8 people comfortably with 3 rows of seating. The only downfall is the gas mileage. I get about 12 miles in the city and 17 on the hwy.
accountCircle Corey L on April 21, 2020
2008 Chevrolet suburban, ltz z71 SUV.
I love it! Comfy, reliable, all the bells and whistles, 4 wheel drive for winter, easy to use for picking up kids from school, and great to take on family vacations! Has a navigation system, backup video camera, tow package, sun/moonroof, leather interior, heated seats, a nice computer system that tells you what need to be inspected.
accountCircle Courtlyn B on March 24, 2020
High volume of space but low gas mileage. Can fit seven people comfortably.
I like the space my Suburban has. I also like how it has a DVD player for the kids. I don't like the gas mileage or how the seats don't lay all the way down.
accountCircle Mayra S on March 24, 2020
Good reliable vehicle to drive.
It's has a lot of space fits 7 people. A lot of cargo space. Good mileage per gallon on highways. Very stable to drive even on harsh weather conditions. Mine has leather heated seats. Air conditioner on all three rows of seats. Gps. Tv for my kids which is a dream come true especially during long trips. Reverse camera. And I have 4 wheel drive.
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Gilbert Smith is a New Mexico-based automotive journalist who enjoys writing about cars, trucks, and SUVs. He is a longtime contributor to Vehicle History and a member of the site's original content team when it launched.