DecodedCars2025 Chevrolet Suburban
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV AWD, 4dr SUV RWD
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 5.3L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Diesel, Regular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 23 combined · 21 city / 26 hwy
- Length
- 225.6 in
- Curb weight
- 5,474–5,684 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
- Lots of standard safety tech4 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Higher rollover riskNHTSA estimates a 21.9% chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban is a standard SUV offered with 3 engines (3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 5.3L 8-cyl and 6.2L 8-cyl) and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 226 inches long and 81 inches wide on a 134-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,684 lb (4dr SUV AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 23 MPG combined (21 city / 26 highway), 10% better than the 2025 standard SUV average of 21 MPG, for an estimated $3,950 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 31 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.
What changed for 2025
- NHTSA overall rating up from 4 to 5 stars
Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 Suburban →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Arlington, Texas
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2025 Suburban configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV AWD | 225.6 in | 81.1 in | 75.6 in | 134.3 in | 68.5 / 68.1 in | 5,684 lb | 53/47 |
| 4dr SUV RWD | 225.6 in | 81.1 in | 75.6 in | 134.3 in | 68.5 / 68.1 in | 5,474 lb | 52/48 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suburban 2WD Diesel | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 / 26 / 23 | +10% | $4,150 | 442 |
| Suburban 4WD Diesel | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 / 26 / 22 | +11% | $4,350 | 455 |
| Suburban 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 20 / 17 | -19% | $3,950 | 530 |
| Suburban 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 19 / 16 | -24% | $5,150 | 544 |
| Suburban 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 18 / 16 | -19% | $5,150 | 572 |
| Suburban 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | -19% | $4,200 | 571 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Chevrolet Suburban SUV 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 21.9% |
| 2025 Chevrolet Suburban SUV RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 21.2% |
Similar 2025 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Chevrolet Suburban (this car) | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2025 INEOS Automotive Grenadier | 15 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (1)
Wheels › Hub · May 14, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V304000 · 2,457 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2025â2026 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban 1500, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with 24-inch wheels. Incorrect bolts may have been installed on the left and right front wheel hubs, which can result in the bolts loosening or deforming over time.
- Risk
- A bolt that loosens or breaks during vehicle operation can result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the front left and right wheel hub bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N262554630. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 14, 2026.
Not every 2025 Chevrolet Suburban is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2025 Chevrolet Suburban buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Engine — 14 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Electrical System — 5 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Power Train — 5 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 17,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Suburban years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Suburban | 23 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 Suburban | 23 | 225.6 in | Not rated | 3 | 18 |
| 2024 Suburban | 23 | 225.6 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 45 |
| 2023 Suburban | 23 | 225.6 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 148 |
| 2022 Suburban | 23 | 225.6 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 124 |
| 2021 Suburban | 23 | 225.6 in | ★★★★★ | 12 | 203 |
| 2020 Suburban | 18 | 224.4 in | Not rated | 4 | 44 |
| 2019 Suburban | 18 | 224.4 in | Not rated | 3 | 78 |
| 2018 Suburban | 19 | 224.4 in | Not rated | 4 | 84 |
| 2017 Suburban | 19 | 224.4 in | Not rated | 5 | 142 |
| 2016 Suburban | 19 | 224.4 in | Not rated | 6 | 220 |
| 2015 Suburban | 18 | 224.4 in | Not rated | 11 | 428 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Chevrolet. How we calculate this →