Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. Chevrolet Suburban
When we compare the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 to the Chevrolet Suburban, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and overall quality score. The Chevrolet Suburban has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 versus the Chevrolet Suburban, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is a better car than the Chevrolet Suburban.
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 versus Chevrolet Suburban Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ranges from $31,950 to $51,499 while a used Chevrolet Suburban from the same model year range is priced between $35,703 to $62,900. For a new model, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500's price is between $42,023 and $70,939, with the Chevrolet Suburban priced between $59,586 and $85,283.
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 versus Chevrolet Suburban Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is 8.3 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Suburban's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 being ranked 3 out of 15 Best Full-Size Trucks and the Chevrolet Suburban being ranked 6 out of 12 Best Large SUVs.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500’s base engine makes 310 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Suburban base engine makes 355 horsepower. The Silverado 1500 is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 528 miles. The Suburban is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 560 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Chevrolet Suburban are comparable in regards to front shoulder room and front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has higher safety ratings than the Chevrolet Suburban, with an average rating of 4.31 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$42,023 - $70,939
Used Asking Price:
$31,950 - $51,499
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
31%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$59,586 - $85,283
Used Asking Price:
$35,703 - $62,900
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
45.6%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 6iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
4 out of / 31Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
6 out of / 12Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
13 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 21Ranking
22 out of / 31Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Not applicable
Available Bed Length(s)
69.9 inches, 79.4 inches, 98.2 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
Not applicable
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Trim Levels
Custom Trail Boss, LT Trail Boss, ZR2, Work Truck, Custom, LT, RST, LTZ, High Country
Trim Levels
Fleet, LS, LT, RST, Premier, High Country, Z71
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.31 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
430 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
9100 lbs
Max Payload:
2260 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
355 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
383 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
7800 lbs
Max Payload :
Not applicable
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 22 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
456 / 528 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 20 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
420 / 560 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
43.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.8 inches
Cargo Space:
41.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
144.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4410 lbs
Width:
81.1 inches
Height:
75.7 inches
Length:
210.9 inches
Wheelbase:
126.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5616 lbs
Width:
81.1 inches
Height:
75.7 inches
Length:
225.7 inches
Wheelbase:
134.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
255/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum
Tire Size:
265/65R18
