- suv 149,865
- 8,995 overpriced
- Lancaster, CA
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- suv 149,865 gasoline blue automatic
2003 chevrolet suburban review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. The first choice in size extra large. introductionchevrolet suburban boasts more than 40 major enhancements for 2003. The 'burb was completely redesigned for 2000, and this year's model benefits from major mid-cycle revisions. some of the changes can be seen, including the climate controls and a new family of radios, both of which are easier to use yet more powerful and more sophisticated than last year's. Xm satellite radio is available, along with a new panasonic dvd system for back-seat monkeys. other changes are harder to discern, but are more important. Dual-stage front airbags provide improved safety in an accident, while the availability of the stabilitrak electronic stability control system lessens the chance of losing control. Adjustable pedals are available for an improved driving position. And an all-new electrical architecture promises improved reliability. in spite of all these changes, the suburban's mission has not wavered. It remains the first choice for anyone who needs to haul six or more people plus their cargo. It's based on an excellent full-size truck frame and its v8 engines deliver strong torque for towing heavy loads. The suburban provides a stable, comfortable ride for long-distance travel. Most people find the 1500 models meet their needs. suburban 1500 models come equipped with a 5. 3-liter v8. The 2500 models are available with a choice of 6. 0-liter or 8. 1-liter v8s. two trim levels are available: ls and lt. In two-wheel drive, the ls starts at $36,305 and the lt at $39,615. Xm satellite radio 325) is available and receives 100 coast-to-coast channels, many of them commercial-free. An electric tilt-and-slide sunroof is available 988-$1285) on ls and lt. walkaround chevrolet suburban looks like an old friend. It was completely redesigned for 2000, which gave it a smoother and more aerodynamic look. Sharp edges were rounded. New headlights gave it a more contemporary appearance. But there is no mistaking the 'burb. two tailgate configurations are available. The one-piece rear hatch 250) works best for most families. It's lightweight and can be opened with one hand. Also available are side-by-side cargo doors, which we like because they open wide and allow a closer working position to the cargo area. Cargo doors are also useful when pulling trailers because they will usually clear the trailer tongue jack. We also like them because it's easier to control a dog when opening them. The hinges have been re-engineered to let the doors open wide without having to disconnect the hinges manually. a puddle lamp mounted below the side mirrors shines down to light up the perimeter of the suburban. It can be turned on using the keyless remote. That makes it a nice feature when approaching the suburban in a dark parking garage, as it illuminates underneath the vehicle. It can also be used in the backwoods to illuminate mud puddles. suburban is about 17 inches longer than the chevy tahoe and gmc yukon, and nearly identical to the gmc yukon xl (which was called the gmc suburban until recently). . walkaroundchevrolet suburban looks like an old friend. It was completely redesigned for 2000, which gave it a smoother and more aerodynamic look. Sharp edges were rounded. New headlights gave it a more contemporary appearance. But there is no mistaking the 'burb. two tailgate configurations are available. The one-piece rear hatch 250) works best for most families. It's lightweight and can be opened with one hand. Also available are side-by-side cargo doors, which we like because they open wide and allow a closer working position to the cargo area. Cargo doors are also useful when pulling trailers because they will usually clear the trailer tongue jack. We also like them because it's easier to control a dog when opening them. The hinges have been re-engineered to let the doors open wide without having to disconnect the hinges manually. a puddle lamp mounted below the side mirrors shines down to light up the perimeter of the suburban. It can be turned on using the keyless remote. That makes it a nice feature when approaching the suburban in a dark parking garage, as it illuminates underneath the vehicle. It can also be used in the backwoods to illuminate mud puddles. suburban is about 17 inches longer than the chevy tahoe and gmc yukon, and nearly identical to the gmc yukon xl (which was called the gmc suburban until recently). . interiorcleverly designed seating maximizes the hauling potential of the chevrolet suburban. The third-row seatback folds down without having to remove the headrests, then the whole thing flips forward to substantially increase cargo capacity. A short prop rod locks it into place. This bench seat can be removed and is mounted on wheels, but it weighs 75 pounds, easiest as a two-person job. Loading cargo is easy because there's plenty of space for it. Lt's leather seats seem more supportive, but there's still room for improvement. the second row is quite comfortable. Headphone jacks (standard on lt, optional on ls) allow rear-seat passengers to listen to cds while those up front turn on the radio. Getting back there requires folding and flipping the second-row seat out of the way. climbing into a suburban is a challenge for some and running boards make getting in easier. Step-in height is actually lower than before because of the fully boxed frame introduced with the 2000 models. the optional power-adjustable pedals can taxi in 3 inches closer, allowing shorter drivers to sit farther back from the steering wheel and farther away from the airbag, a good thing should it ever deploy. Also new for 2003 are dual-level airbags, which inflate with less force in less forceful collisions. Sensors in the front passenger seat and seat belts also measure the weight and size of the front-seat passenger and, if that passenger is child-size, shut the airbag down completely. . driving impressionride quality in the chevy suburban 1500 is smooth, greatly improved over the previous-generation. The now-standard premium smooth ride suspension features a hydraulically controlled rear self-leveling system to keep the suburban at normal ride height, even when carrying heavy loads. Whether towing a horse trailer or picking up a soccer team, autoride continually adjusts the suspension for optimum ride and handling. The steering is responsive and doesn't isolate the driver from the road. The suburban grips the road surprisingly well for such a large vehicle. Driving quickly over wet pavement on mountain roads, we never lost traction. We drove into wet turns as quickly as we'd ever want to go in a suburban and never lost grip. Stabilitrak measures where the driver is steering against where the truck is actually heading and, when necessary, reduces engine torque or selectively applies one or more wheel brakes to correct the suburban's path. They are rated to tow up to 12,000 pounds, which tops even the ford excursion by half a ton. Suburban 2500 rides a bit harsher than the 1500 because its rear suspension uses leaf springs instead of the 1500's coil springs. But the 2500 rides surp. Climate Control✔ Bucket Seats✔ CD Changer✔ Air Conditioning✔ Sunroof/Moonroof✔ Leather Seats
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