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Chevrolet Suburban GMT800 5.3 i V8 1500 (288 Hp)
Overall Rating
8.6 / 10
GMT800 Overview:
Chevrolet Suburban (GMT800). With 440 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2310 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. The top speed reaches 170 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 9, it’s perfect for larger families.
Safety Rating
Not rated
Euro NCAP Year
N/A
Adult Occupant
N/A
Stars
N/A
Expert Note:
The Chevrolet Suburban GMT800 was primarily designed for the North American market and was not tested by Euro NCAP. It performed adequately in US NHTSA crash tests for its era, offering robust construction typical of large SUVs.
The Chevrolet Suburban GMT800 was primarily designed for the North American market and was not tested by Euro NCAP. It performed adequately in US NHTSA crash tests for its era, offering robust construction typical of large SUVs.
5.3 i V8 1500 (288 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate power for daily driving and light to moderate towing, a solid all-rounder.
Fuel Economy
Better than the 8.1L, but still high by modern standards (15.7 l/100 km).
Best Use Case:
General family transport, light utility, highway cruising.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional interior space for passengers and cargo
- • Robust V8 engine options for strong towing and hauling
- • Proven reliability and durability, known for high mileage
- • Comfortable ride quality, especially on highways
- • Strong resale value in the used market
Cons:
- • Very poor fuel economy across all engine options
- • Large exterior dimensions make city driving and parking challenging
- • Interior design and materials can feel dated compared to rivals
- • Handling is ponderous, typical of a large body-on-frame SUV
- • Limited advanced safety features by modern standards
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(GMT400: 1996 - 2001).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Suburban |
| Generation: | GMT800 |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.3 i V8 1500 (288 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2000 |
| End of production: | 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 9 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 288 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 54.1 Hp/l [18mm less] |
| Torque: | 440 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LM7 More details about the engine LM7 |
| Engine displacement: | 5327 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 13.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 96 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 16.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 13.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 15.7 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8 kg/Hp, 124.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.3 kg/Nm, 190.5 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2310 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 3720 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1290 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 123 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5570 mm mm [18mm less] |
| Width: | 2002 mm mm [54mm more] |
| Height: | 1865 mm mm [29mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3302 mm mm [38mm less] |
| Front track: | 1651 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1676 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 245/75 R16 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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