The 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is Chevy's roomiest SUV ever. Its updated exterior styling, sharper driving feel, improved fuel economy and interior refinement are carried over from a 2007 redesign.
Two engines are offered, 5.3 liter 310 horsepower V-8 with Flex Fuel option and a 366 horsepower 6.0 liter V8. Both can be mated to a 4 speed automatic transmission with overdrive. Two wheel drive and four-wheel-drive setups are available.
Mileage for the big Suburban ranges from 12 miles per gallon, city to 20, highway.
Standard features on the Chevy Suburban include 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, StabiliTrak, GM's OnStar and an input jack for an mp3 player.
Options include rearview camera system and head-curtain side airbags.
The Suburban can seat up to nine with lots of cargo space left over and can tow a trailer weighing up to 9,700 pounds.
Base MSRP for the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is $39,065. An LTZ model with full options can cost as much as $63,000. The Suburban is backed by a 5-year, 50,000-mile power train warranty.
The 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is a solid, spacious SUV that provides a comfortable, quiet ride and enough muscle for almost any task.