2026 Chevrolet Suburban: What We Know So Far
Overview
The 2026 Chevrolet Suburban shares its underpinnings with the Tahoe SUV and the Silverado 1500 pickup truck, both of which are proven workhorses with similar towing and hauling credentials. The Suburban and Tahoe, however, can seat up to nine across its three rows of seats, a feature their pickup-truck sibling can't match. Adults can't fit comfortably in all rows and the Suburban's cargo bay is voluminous even with that those rearmost row of seats in use. The base-level version is extremely de-contented and best left for rental fleets, while the high-end Suburbans border on luxury territory. A gas-fed 5.3-liter V-8 engine is standard, but a higher-output 6.2-liter V-8 is optional; also optional is a fuel-efficient turbodiesel inline-six.
What's New for 2026?
The Suburban was given a styling refresh just last year, so for 2026 we expect to see no major updates.
Pricing and Which One to Buy
The price of the 2026 Chevrolet Suburban is expected to start around $65,000 and go up to $84,000 depending on the trim and options.
LS
$65,000 (est)
LT
$68,000 (est)
RST
$73,000 (est)
Z71
$75,000 (est)
Premier
$79,000 (est)
High Country
$84,000 (est) 0 $25k $50k $75k $100k $125k $150k
We'd recommend the RST for its sporty appearance, which includes blacked-out exterior trim and 22-inch wheels. It also features desirable standard goodies such as a Bose stereo, leather first- and second-row seats, heated front seats with memory settings, and a power-operated liftgate. Given the choice of all three engines, we'd choose the diesel inline-six for its fuel efficiency and effortless muscle.
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Engine, Transmission, and Performance
A 355-hp 5.3-liter V-8 is the default engine, but for more grunt, a 420-hp 6.2-liter V-8 is optional. A 305-hp diesel 3.0-liter inline-six is also available and is both torquey and fuel-efficient. All three engines are mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission and either rear- or all-wheel drive. The Suburban can also be fitted with adaptive dampers and an adjustable air suspension. The latter allows the big SUV's ride height to be both automatically and manually lowered or raised. This enables improved passenger accessibility, aerodynamics, and ground clearance. The rugged-looking Z71 off-road trim has 20-inch wheels wrapped in all-terrain tires, plus underbody skid plates and a two-speed transfer case that provides traditional four-wheel drive. In our initial test drive of the 2025 Suburban, we found it offers better driving dynamics than you'd expect given its size, and we enjoyed the smooth diesel engine in particular.
0–60-MPH Times
We haven't yet tested the 2026 Suburban, but it should offer the same acceleration as previous models. In our testing, a Suburban with the 6.2-liter V-8 got to 60 mph in 6.1 seconds, and a diesel Suburban recorded an 8.4-second time.
Towing and Payload Capacity
Rear-wheel-drive Suburbans fitted with the 355-hp 5.3-liter V-8 tow the most—8300 pounds—when optioned with the available Max Trailering package. The four-wheel-drive diesel Suburban offers the lowest towing capacity in the lineup at 7800 pounds.
Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG
The EPA hasn't released any fuel economy information for the 2026 Suburban yet, but the 2025 model earned ratings as high as 21 mpg city, 26 mpg highway, and 23 mpg combined for diesel models, and 15 mpg city, 20 mpg highway, and 17 mpg combined for gasoline versions. Once we test a Suburban on our 75-mph highway route, which is part of our extensive testing regimen, we can evaluate its real-world mpg. We did test a Tahoe—the 'Burban's smaller sibling—fitted with the diesel-six on our highway route and it returned 27 mpg, which confirms its superior efficiency over the gas engines. We wouldn't expect a Suburban with this engine to turn in a significantly worse result, as the EPA rates the Tahoe diesel only one mile per gallon better on the highway. For more information about the Suburban's fuel economy, visit the EPA's website.
Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
As one of the largest SUVs, the Suburban offers a cavernous interior with plenty of room for both people and cargo. Three rows of seats can fit up to eight riders in most models (versions with the optional front bench seat can hold nine passengers, while models with the optional second-row captain's chairs can fit seven). There's enough legroom for just about anyone to find a comfortable position even in the rearmost row, especially since the second-row seats can slide fore and aft to adjust the passenger space. Behind the third row is a large cargo area that will easily swallow a family's road trip haul. The load floor is flat and low, making loading and unloading easier than in rivals with their higher floors. Entry-level models are predictably plainer than those at the more expensive end of the range, but Chevy still equips them with useful and convenient features such as automatic climate control, several power outlets, easy-to-fold second- and third-row seats, and more. The High Country model is the most luxurious; it includes posh wood trim and perforated leather upholstery and is offered with unique interior color schemes.
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Car and Driver
Infotainment and Connectivity
Fans of big screens will find two of them on the dashboard of every Suburban. An 11.0-inch digital instrument cluster is tucked away in front of the driver, and a larger 17.7-inch infotainment display takes center stage. The main display is angled slightly toward the driver to help aid access to the system's functions. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, as is a Wi-Fi hot spot, and a wireless smartphone charging pad. A Bose stereo and a rear-seat entertainment system are both optional features.
Safety and Driver-Assistance Features
The Suburban features a suite of standard driver-assistance technologies . GM's Super Cruise hands-free driving feature is also available, but only on LT, RST, Premier, and High Country models. For more information about its crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:
Standard automated emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection
Standard lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist
Available adaptive cruise control with a hands-free driving feature
Warranty and Maintenance Coverage
Chevy provides a competitive limited and powertrain warranty as well as more complimentary maintenance than all of its rivals except for Toyota.
Limited warranty covers three years or 36,000 miles
Powertrain warranty covers five years or 60,000 miles
Complimentary maintenance is covered for the first visit
Specifications
Specifications
2025 Chevrolet Suburban
Vehicle Type: front-engine, rear- or rear/4-wheel-drive, 7–9-passenger wagon
PRICE
Base: LS, $63,495; LT, $66,695; RST, $71,495; Z71, $73,495; Premier, $78,095; High Country, $83,195
ENGINES
turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 24-valve 3.0-liter diesel inline-6; 305 hp, 495 lb-ft; pushrod 16-valve 5.3-liter V-8, 355 hp, 383 lb-ft; pushrod 16-valve 6.2-liter V-8, 420 hp, 460 lb-ft
TRANSMISSION
10-speed automatic
DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase: 134.1 in
Length: 225.7 in
Width: 81.1 in
Height: 75.7 in
Passenger Volume, F/M/R: 71/61/48 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind F/M/R: 145/94/42 ft3
Curb Weight (C/D est): 5700–6100 lb
PERFORMANCE (C/D EST)
60 mph: 6.1–8.4 sec
100 mph: 15.7–24.2 sec
1/4-Mile: 14.5–16.5 sec
Top Speed: 113 mph
EPA FUEL ECONOMY (C/D EST)
Combined/City/Highway: 16–22/14–20/18–26 mpg
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