Chevrolet Suburban vs. Dodge Durango
When we compare the Chevrolet Suburban to the Dodge Durango, the Chevrolet Suburban has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Dodge Durango 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. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Suburban versus the Dodge Durango, the Dodge Durango is a better car than the Chevrolet Suburban.
Chevrolet Suburban versus Dodge Durango Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Chevrolet Suburban ranges from $35,703 to $62,900 while a used Dodge Durango from the same model year range is priced between $27,765 to $44,999. For a new model, the Chevrolet Suburban's price is between $59,586 and $85,283, with the Dodge Durango priced between $39,603 and $64,547.
Chevrolet Suburban versus Dodge Durango Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Suburban is 8.0 out of 10 while the Dodge Durango's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Suburban being ranked 15 out of 31 Best SUVs with 3 Rows and the Dodge Durango being ranked 12 out of 31. Out of 21 Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money, the Chevrolet Suburban is ranked 21 and the Dodge Durango is ranked 12.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Chevrolet Suburban’s base engine makes 355 horsepower, and the Dodge Durango base engine makes 293 horsepower. The Suburban is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 560 miles. The Durango is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 640 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Chevrolet Suburban has the advantage of offering higher towing capacity and payload capacity, while the Dodge Durango has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Chevrolet Suburban and the Dodge Durango have the same average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$59,586 - $85,283
Used Asking Price:
$35,703 - $62,900
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
45.6%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$39,603 - $64,547
Used Asking Price:
$27,765 - $44,999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
41.9%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars 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 / 31iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 61Ranking
5 out of / 25Ranking
10 out of / 25Ranking
10 out of / 15Ranking
11 out of / 31Ranking
12 out of / 31Ranking
12 out of / 21Ranking
13 out of / 28Ranking
15 out of / 61Ranking
19 out of / 31Ranking
19 out of / 25Ranking
21 out of / 31Ranking
23 out of / 25Ranking
45 out of / 61Ranking
54 out of / 61Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Like all Dodge products, the three-row Durango is notable for being big, bold, and performance-oriented (on SRT/Hellcat trims). The 710hp SRT Hellcat version is one of the most powerful SUVs ever created.
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
- Amazing performance in SRT and Hellcat trims
- Luxury level content in Citadel and SRT trims
- Three V8 engine choices
- No green (hybrid/electric) option available
- Aging platform
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Fleet, LS, LT, RST, Premier, High Country, Z71
Trim Levels
SXT, SXT Launch Edition, SXT Plus, GT, GT Plus, GT Launch Edition, GT Premium, Citadel, Pursuit, R/T, R/T Plus, R/T HEMI Orange, R/T Premium, SRT 392, SRT 392 Plus, SRT 392 Premium, SRT Hellcat, SRT Hellcat Plus, SRT Hellcat Premium
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 / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 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:
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
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
293 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
467 / 640 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:
Available
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:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
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
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Cargo Space:
17.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
85.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
158.2 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4750 lbs
Width:
85.5 inches
Height:
72.1 inches
Length:
200.8 inches
Wheelbase:
119.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum
Tire Size:
265/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum
Tire Size:
P265/60R18
