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Chevrolet Suburban 1500
Quick verdict
The fast answer firstThe Chevrolet Suburban 1500 focuses on space and V8 power, ranking strongly for horsepower and cargo. It suits cargo-heavy use and road trips with eight seats and AWD, but efficiency and value are not its strengths.
Best for: cargo practicality, road trips, large family useWatch out for: drivers needing extra confidence in colder conditionsStrong rival: KIA EV9 LightSimilar Chevrolet: Chevrolet Traverse 2020Starting price: 51,900 USDConsumption: 13.1 L/100 km
Quick reference
A fast read on where this car fits
Premium feel
Good
Family practicality
Strong
Road trip comfort
Strong
Budget friendliness
Not suitable
Performance
Moderate
City fit
Not suitable
Cargo space fit
Strong
Winter suitability
Not suitable
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KIA EV9 Light
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Who this car is best for
Best fit and tradeoffsBest for
- People carrying bulkier loads more often
- Longer trips where comfort and stability matter
- Families wanting a useful daily car
- Drivers wanting a balanced day-to-day car
Less ideal for
- Drivers needing extra confidence in colder conditions
- Budget-led buyers trying to stretch value
- Buyers prioritizing the very lowest fuel costs
Key specs
At a glance
Starting price
51,900 USD
Top speed
180 km/h
0–100 km/h
7.5 seconds
Horsepower
355 ps
Torque
519 Nm
Consumption
13.1 L/100 km
Trunk capacity
4,330 L
Seats
8
Powertrain
V8
Drive
AWD
Should you choose the Chevrolet Suburban 1500?
A practical buyer-focused readWhy choose it
- Enormous 4330 L cargo capacity for bulky loads
- Seats up to 8 for large families and road trips
- Strong 355 hp and 519 Nm V8 for confident hauling and merging
- AWD traction for varied road conditions
Why skip it
- Combined consumption of 13.1 L/100 km increases running costs
- Not the best value in its segment
- Footprint favors space over tight-quarters maneuverability
- Not a standout for winter driving in our data
Where this fits in the Chevrolet lineup
Useful brand context
Family
Chevrolet Suburban
Body style
Unknown
Powertrain
V8
Position in lineup
Large
Where this car stands out
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Chevrolet Suburban 1500 in more detail
More detailed contextWhat stands out
The Suburban 1500 targets cargo-heavy use and road trips, backed by AWD and eight-seat flexibility.
It ranks highly for horsepower and cargo but is not highlighted for winter driving or value in its segment.
Performance and capability
The V8 delivers 355 hp and 519 Nm, does 0–100 km/h in 7.5 s, and reaches 180 km/h.
Space, efficiency, and pricing
There is 4330 L of cargo space for bulky loads, but combined consumption is 13.1 L/100 km and pricing is 51900.
No safety-star or reliability ratings are provided here.
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