Chevrolet Suburban vs. Dodge Durango

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chevrolet Suburban and Dodge Durango contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Chevrolet Suburban and the Dodge Durango.

When comparing the Chevrolet Suburban's and the Dodge Durango's specifications and ratings, 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, resale value and overall quality score. The Chevrolet Suburban and Dodge Durango have the same Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Suburban's and the Dodge Durango's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Durango is a better car than the Chevrolet Suburban.

Pricing: For a new model, the Chevrolet Suburban's price is between $71,580 and $98,977, with the Dodge Durango priced between $41,849 and $51,570.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Chevrolet Suburban loses 56 percent of its value and the Dodge Durango loses 49.3 percent of its value. This means the Dodge Durango retains 6.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Chevrolet Suburban.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Suburban is 7.4 out of 10 while the Dodge Durango's quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Suburban being ranked 18 out of 33 Best SUVs with 3 Rows and the Dodge Durango being ranked 17 out of 33.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Chevrolet Suburban and Dodge Durango is 7.7 out of 10.

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 295 horsepower.

Safety Ratings: 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.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

71580 - 98977

Starting MSRP:

63400

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large SUVs)

61120

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large SUVs)

58840 - 63400

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

41849 - 51570

Starting MSRP:

38995

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)

39270

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

32190 - 44750

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

Price Range:

-

Category Avg Price:

N/A

Category Avg Price Range:

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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

# Good or Great Deals:

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

Price Range:

-

Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)

51972

Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

50800 - 55009

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Chevrolet Suburban Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.4 / 10

Reliability:

7.7 / 10

Retained Value:

7.4 / 10

Safety:

7.0 / 10

Dodge Durango Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.5 / 10

Reliability:

7.7 / 10

Retained Value:

7.8 / 10

Safety:

7.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Suburban

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

10.1

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Large SUVs)

9.4

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Large SUVs)

8.8 - 10.1

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.38

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Dodge Durango

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

10.8

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)

10.0

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

8.8 - 11.3

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.234



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

Typical Category Recalls:

N/A

Category Range for Recalls:

N/A

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

Typical Category Recalls:

N/A

Category Range for Recalls:

N/A

Chevrolet Suburban Rankings

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

1 / 33

Large SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

1 / 12

Best Large SUVs for the Money

2 / 10

Best Gas Mileage Large SUVs

3 / 12

Best Large SUVs for Tall People

3 / 12

Most Comfortable Large SUVs

3 / 12

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

5 / 33

Most Reliable Large SUVs

5 / 12

Large SUVs with the Most Horsepower

6 / 12

Large SUVs with the Most Legroom

6 / 12

Safest Large SUVs

6 / 12

Most Affordable Large SUVs

6 / 10

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

7 / 33

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

7 / 33

Best Large SUVs

7 / 12

Best Large SUVs for Towing

9 / 12

Large SUVs with Best Resale Value

9 / 12

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

10 / 33

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

11 / 33

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

11 / 33

Best Off-road Large SUVs

11 / 12

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

12 / 33

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

13 / 29

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

18 / 33

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

20 / 33

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

21 / 33

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

24 / 33

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

25 / 29

Dodge Durango Rankings

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

1 / 66

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

1 / 66

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

1 / 33

Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower

1 / 31

Best Midsize SUVs for Towing

2 / 31

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows Under $40k

3 / 8

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $40k

5 / 14

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs Under $40k

5 / 13

Best SUVs with 3 Rows Under $40k

5 / 8

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

7 / 33

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

7 / 29

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

8 / 29

Most Affordable Midsize SUVs

8 / 26

Best Crossover SUVs Under $40k

8 / 14

Best Midsize SUVs Under $40k

8 / 13

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

9 / 33

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

10 / 66

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

10 / 33

Best Midsize SUVs for the Money

10 / 26

Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

11 / 31

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs

11 / 31

Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

12 / 31

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

17 / 33

Best Midsize SUVs

17 / 31

Best Off-road Midsize SUVs

18 / 31

Midsize SUVs with the Most Legroom

19 / 31

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

22 / 66

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

22 / 33

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

22 / 33

Best Midsize SUVs for Tall People

22 / 31

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

23 / 33

Best Gas Mileage Midsize SUVs

24 / 31

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

26 / 33

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

27 / 66

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

27 / 33

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

27 / 33

Safest Midsize SUVs

27 / 31

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

28 / 54

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

30 / 33

Most Comfortable Midsize SUVs

30 / 31

Best Crossover SUVs

34 / 66

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

34 / 66

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

34 / 66

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

36 / 66

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

39 / 54

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

54 / 66

Safest Crossover SUVs

56 / 66

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

61 / 66

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Diesel, Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Chevrolet Suburban Trim Levels

High Country, LS, LT, Premier, RST, Z71

Dodge Durango Trim Levels

GT, GT HEMI, GT HEMI Plus, GT HEMI Premium, GT Plus, Pursuit, SRT Hellcat

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

2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

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:

7700 lbs

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

295 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque:

260 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.061 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):


Not yet available

Range (city/hwy):

Not yet available

Recommended Fuel Type:

Not yet available

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):


Not yet available

Range (city/hwy):

Not yet available

Recommended Fuel Type:

Not yet available

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Automatic Parking:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Parking Sensors:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Trailer Hitch:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Air Suspension:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Front Bench Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Quad Seats:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Captain's seat:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Parking Sensors:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Air Suspension:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Heated Seats

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Standard

Quad Seats:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Captain's seat:

Available

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

Standard

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Safety Features

360-Degree Camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

Backup camera:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Safety Features

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Available

Lane Departure Warning:

Available

Lane Keeping Assist:

Available

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

Backup camera:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

42.3 inches

Front Leg Room:

44.5 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

65.6 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.9 inches

Rear Leg Room:

42 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

64.6 inches

Cargo Space:

41.5 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

144.5 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:

5680 lbs

Width:

81 inches

Height:

75.6 inches

Length:

226.3 inches

Wheelbase:

134.1 inches

Ground Clearance:

8 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4875 lbs

Width:

85.5 inches

Height:

72.1 inches

Length:

200.8 inches

Wheelbase:

119.8 inches

Ground Clearance:

Not yet available

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 8.5 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

265/65R18

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P265/60R18

Exterior Colors

Black

Black

Blue

Lakeshore Blue Metallic

Gray

Dark Ash Metallic / Sterling Gray Metallic

Green

Woodland Green

Red

Radiant Red Tintcoat / Victory Red

White

Summit White

Yellow

Wheatland Yellow

Exterior Colors

Black

DB Black Clear Coat

Blue

Not available

Gray

Destroyer Grey Clear Coat / Vapor Grey

Green

Green Machine

Red

Octane Red Pearl Coat

White

White Knuckle Clear Coat

Yellow

Not available

Interior Colors

Black

Jet Black

Gray

Gideon/Very Dark Atmosphere

Interior Colors

Black

Black

Gray

Not available

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