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2009 Chevrolet Suburban Review

March 13, 2009

STYLING | 8 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

the new look it got in GM's impressive 2007 redesign still holds up
Cars.com

nicely sculpted
ForbesAutos

fancier in appearance than many cargo haulers
Kelley Blue Book

Editors at TheCarConnection.com are pleased to note that the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is nicely designed and proportioned—which is more than one might expect from this behemoth.

The Chevy Suburban has three trim levels, says Edmunds: "base LS, more luxurious LT and the sporty LTZ." Additionally, it is offered in two models: the half-ton Suburban 1500 and three-quarter-ton Suburban 2500. According to most reviewers, other than the latter's slightly larger dimensions, it's difficult to tell them apart.

The 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is huge. The Suburban has always been large as such utility vehicles go, but this one, at 18.5 feet, is a behemoth. As Kelley Blue Book puts it, no matter what the trim, with it body-on-frame construction the 2009 Chevy Suburban is "clearly a truck—though fancier in appearance than many cargo haulers."

The good news is that reviewers like the styling overall. Kelley Blue Book mentions "tighter body-gap tolerances" and credits those and "a more sleekly-angled windshield" for the Suburban's "improved aerodynamics...while a bulging power-dome hood adds to visceral appeal." According to Car and Driver, in 2007 the Suburban "underwent a major redesign...and emerged as a more modern, refined, handsome, and user-friendly truck." Kelley Blue Book also mentions the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban's "prominent fenders" and says that "the lower fascia displays a skid-plate look to enhance the rugged aura." Changes to the Suburban, Cars.com notes, include single-frame headlamps in place of the old stacked ones, and "wraparound lower pieces with integrated fog lights [to] minimize body gaps."

Chevrolet actually offers two different interiors: one more basic and one that's very upscale, with wood grain trim and a big center console. Kelley Blue Book praises this year's Suburban: 2009's models have "greater overall refinement—including enclosing the 'close-outs' around seat bottoms for a cleaner appearance." The overall effect is quite sophisticated for a truck of its size and duty. Car and Driver also reports a "handsome design inside"; Cars.com remarks that "the new look it got in GM's impressive 2007 redesign still holds up." ForbesAutos describes the two-tone interior as "nicely sculpted."

Conclusion

The 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is huge but tastefully styled, and its well-designed interior is a big plus.

STYLING | 8 out of 10Expert Quotes:the new look it got in GM's impressive 2007 redesign still holds upCars.comnicely sculptedForbesAutosfancier in appearance than many cargo haulersKelley Blue Book Editors at TheCarConnection.com are pleased to note that the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is nicely designed and proportioned—which is more than one might expect from this behemoth. The Chevy Suburban has three trim levels, says Edmunds: "base LS, more luxurious LT and the sporty LTZ." Additionally, it is offered in two models: the half-ton Suburban 1500 and three-quarter-ton Suburban 2500. According to most reviewers, other than the latter's slightly larger dimensions, it's difficult to tell them apart. The 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is huge. The Suburban has always been large as such utility vehicles go, but this one, at 18.5 feet, is a behemoth. As Kelley Blue Book puts it, no matter what the trim, with it body-on-frame construction the 2009 Chevy Suburban is "clearly a truck—though fancier in appearance than many cargo haulers." The good news is that reviewers like the styling overall. Kelley Blue Book mentions "tighter body-gap tolerances" and credits those and "a more sleekly-angled windshield" for the Suburban's "improved aerodynamics...while a bulging power-dome hood adds to visceral appeal." According to Car and Driver, in 2007 the Suburban "underwent a major redesign...and emerged as a more modern, refined, handsome, and user-friendly truck." Kelley Blue Book also mentions the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban's "prominent fenders" and says that "the lower fascia displays a skid-plate look to enhance the rugged aura." Changes to the Suburban, Cars.com notes, include single-frame headlamps in place of the old stacked ones, and "wraparound lower pieces with integrated fog lights [to] minimize body gaps." Chevrolet actually offers two different interiors: one more basic and one that's very upscale, with wood grain trim and a big center console. Kelley Blue Book praises this year's Suburban: 2009's models have "greater overall refinement—including enclosing the 'close-outs' around seat bottoms for a cleaner appearance." The overall effect is quite sophisticated for a truck of its size and duty. Car and Driver also reports a "handsome design inside"; Cars.com remarks that "the new look it got in GM's impressive 2007 redesign still holds up." ForbesAutos describes the two-tone interior as "nicely sculpted." ConclusionThe 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is huge but tastefully styled, and its well-designed interior is a big plus. 2009 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN STYLING | [8 out of 10] Cars.com: "the new look it got in GM's impressive 2007 redesign still holds up" ForbesAutos: "nicely sculpted" Kelley Blue Book: "fancier in appearance than many cargo haulers" Editors at TheCarConnection.com are pleased to note that the ...

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Other Choices:

When facing off against the two full-size SUV imports, a properly equipped 2009 Chevrolet Suburban can tow five tons, besting the Toyota Sequoia and Nissan Armada in this important category. Other options include the Ford Expedition and the Lincoln Navigator. The most serious competitor is the Expedition. In particular, the Ford Expedition EL (extended length) offers some useful features and trim styles the Chevy Suburban doesn't, and it arguably has an even better ride with just a light passenger load.

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Comments (1 total)

  1. By CHIN LOY #1, Posted: 11/3/2009

    Hello
    I looking for 2 or 3 units chevy suburban 4WD 2500 LS supplier , do you ship to TAHITI FRENCH POLYNESIA.
    Thank you to reply in advance.

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