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2009 Chevrolet Suburban Quality Review

March 13, 2009

COMFORT AND QUALITY | 8 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

generous headroom and legroom
ConsumerGuide

crafted from higher-quality materials than before
ForbesAutos

comfortable, wide seats
Cars.com

ride comfort is considerably more appealing
Kelley Blue Book

Editors at TheCarConnection.com advise drivers not to fret about space and comfort in the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban; there's plenty of both to go around.

Edmunds assures potential buyers that there is "spacious seating" for as many as nine passengers and their cargo. In the backseat (where most of those nine passengers will ride), ConsumerGuide reports "generous headroom and legroom," but cautions that the Chevrolet Suburban 2009 "bench seat's cramped center position should be reserved for emergency situations only." ConsumerGuide also warns that the Chevy Suburban's third–row seating is "best left to children." In the front, Cars.com confirms that the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban's "front passengers will enjoy comfortable, wide seats and a straightforward instrument panel" that is much easier for the driver to operate and navigate.

A closer look at the Suburban hints that it’s really cargo, not people, that the Suburban is best at carrying. ConsumerGuide adds that the 2009 Chevy Suburban's "cabin storage is enhanced by large center console bin," and there are "roomy door pockets in front, but none in rear." In the back, drivers can haul plenty of items. "Cargo volume is where the Suburban really excels," says Cars.com, reporting a massive 45.8 cubic feet of cargo space behind the third row. That increases to a whopping 137.4 cubic feet when the third-row seats are removed. They also fold down, but ConsumerGuide warns that the "seatbacks rest well above the level of the floor, complicating loading of larger items."

ConsumerGuide reports that "assembly quality ... shows strong attention to detail" and that "most interior materials feel high-grade, though soft-touch surfaces are scarce." ForbesAutos observes a higher grade of interior materials in the Suburban; Chevrolet has built an interior "crafted from higher-quality materials than before."

Noise may be an issue for some in the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. Kelley Blue Book cites "noticeable engine noise" under hard acceleration, but Edmunds says "the cabin is quiet at speed." ConsumerGuide also reports "moderate highway-speed wind rush" aboard the 2009 Chevy Suburban, so it's not the quietest ride on the road.

Conclusion

The 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is a huge, comfortable vehicle; it even has top-notch materials quality.

COMFORT AND QUALITY | 8 out of 10Expert Quotes:generous headroom and legroomConsumerGuidecrafted from higher-quality materials than beforeForbesAutoscomfortable, wide seatsCars.comride comfort is considerably more appealingKelley Blue Book Editors at TheCarConnection.com advise drivers not to fret about space and comfort in the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban; there's plenty of both to go around. Edmunds assures potential buyers that there is "spacious seating" for as many as nine passengers and their cargo. In the backseat (where most of those nine passengers will ride), ConsumerGuide reports "generous headroom and legroom," but cautions that the Chevrolet Suburban 2009 "bench seat's cramped center position should be reserved for emergency situations only." ConsumerGuide also warns that the Chevy Suburban's third–row seating is "best left to children." In the front, Cars.com confirms that the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban's "front passengers will enjoy comfortable, wide seats and a straightforward instrument panel" that is much easier for the driver to operate and navigate. A closer look at the Suburban hints that it’s really cargo, not people, that the Suburban is best at carrying. ConsumerGuide adds that the 2009 Chevy Suburban's "cabin storage is enhanced by large center console bin," and there are "roomy door pockets in front, but none in rear." In the back, drivers can haul plenty of items. "Cargo volume is where the Suburban really excels," says Cars.com, reporting a massive 45.8 cubic feet of cargo space behind the third row. That increases to a whopping 137.4 cubic feet when the third-row seats are removed. They also fold down, but ConsumerGuide warns that the "seatbacks rest well above the level of the floor, complicating loading of larger items." ConsumerGuide reports that "assembly quality ... shows strong attention to detail" and that "most interior materials feel high-grade, though soft-touch surfaces are scarce." ForbesAutos observes a higher grade of interior materials in the Suburban; Chevrolet has built an interior "crafted from higher-quality materials than before." Noise may be an issue for some in the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. Kelley Blue Book cites "noticeable engine noise" under hard acceleration, but Edmunds says "the cabin is quiet at speed." ConsumerGuide also reports "moderate highway-speed wind rush" aboard the 2009 Chevy Suburban, so it's not the quietest ride on the road. ConclusionThe 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is a huge, comfortable vehicle; it even has top-notch materials quality. 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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