There is no way around the fact that the 2021 Chevy Suburban is an incredibly large vehicle. With a length crossing the finish line at 225.7 inches, the full-size SUV massively tips the scales at 5,991 pounds. The Motortrend staff did not expect such an exhilarating ride considering the Suburban's large-sized footprint, but Senior features editor Jonny Liebermann had doled out high levels of praise for the powertrain's performance and ten-speed transmission's ability to shift with massively-smooth sensation and results.
The 5.3-liter V8 cranks out 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque, and the engine lineup for this year's Suburban also boasts the Duramax diesel and noticeably stronger 6.2-liter V8. During the always-necessary and exciting track test, the 2021 Suburban Z71 got up to 60 mph in 7.6 seconds, and dashingly through the quarter-mile in 15.7 seconds. When coming to an abrupt stop is top priority, the Suburban needed 127 feet to completely brake from 60 mph, and the new chassis plus the independent rear suspension offers up class-leading body control through challenging corners.
For such a large and hefty hauler, the Suburban's steering is still accurate, allowing for the driver to feel as if you could pinpoint any stretch of road and easily arrive at your destination without any struggle. Stepping up to the Premier trim level is the way to truly enjoy what this convoy-capable and adventure-ready model has to offer for luxury and long-distance comfort. You'll enjoy 12-way power and ventilated front seats, power 60/40 split-folding third-row bench seat, power-release second-row bucket seats, power tilt and telescoping steering column, Bose ten-speaker surround with CenterPoint audio system, Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Premium system with connected Navigation and 10.2-inch touchscreen, front and rear park assist, chrome door handles with body-color strip, and memory settings for outside mirrors and steering column.
With seating for up to nine and more cargo room than any other SUV here at the Mid-Missouri Powerhouse, the onboard large 10.2-inch touchscreen is simple to use, and the ride on rough roads is still well-acclimated and perfectly spongy. 10 inches of ground clearance is ideal for the times when rutted fire trails and boulder washout may block your path, and the trusty staff of U.S. News claimed that the seating capacity and cargo room above alone push the Suburban righteously into the top of its class. Many who have expressed interest in the Tahoe have decided to lean in and fully embrace the more robust Suburban, which stakes its claim on the road with impeccable driving chops and a unique commandeering presence.
These second-row seats boast a very comfortable and well-stretched out way to watch the miles pass, and this year's model saw the addition of an independent rear suspension, improved seating and cargo space, a larger touch screen, forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking now standard. The available sunroof, hands-free power liftgate, and power-retractable side steps are other available features that make this year's Suburban the carry-all leader for millennials and aspiring entrepreneurs with a sustainable vision and love for today's feature-rich ride.
