Engine: 5.3-liter ohv V8

Engine Options: 295-hp 5.3-liter ohv V8; 325-hp 6.0-liter ohv V8; 320-hp 8.1-liter ohv V8

Transmission: 4-speed automatic

Transmission Options: 4-speed automatic with tow/haul mode

Standard Safety Equipment: dual front air bags with dual-level inflation, ABS with Dynamic Rear Proportioning, LATCH child-seat anchors

Optional Safety Equipment: side-impact airbags, traction control, stability control

Basic Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles

Assembled In: Janesville, Wisconsin; Silao, Mexico

Model Tested: Chevrolet Suburban 1500 4WD LS ($40,650)

Standard Equipment: three-zone manual air conditioning, automatic headlamps, automatic door locks, child security rear doors locks, leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel, three power outlets, AM/FM/CD/cassette stereo with eight speakers, cruise control with telltale, remote keyless entry with alarm, inside mirror with electronic compass and temperature readout, sunshades with extenders, power windows, cast aluminum wheels, dual power heated outside mirrors, six-way power driver's seat, side-assist steps, fog lamps, rear window defogger

Options as Tested: Trailer Package ($305) includes trailer hitch platform, wire harness connector, transmission oil cooler; high-back reclining bucket seats ($1,035) includes six-way power adjustment and center console; locking rear differential ($295); off-road skid plate package ($95)

Destination Charge: 850

Gas Guzzler Tax:

Layout: four-wheel drive

Horsepower: 295 @ 5200

Torque: 330 @ 4000

Miles Per Gallon in the City/Highway: 13/17

Wheelbase: 130.0 inches

Length/Width/Height in Inches: 219.3/78.8/75.4 inches

Track Front/Rear: 65.0/66.0 inches

Turning Cycle: 42.3 feet

Seating Capacity: 8 people

Head/Hip/Leg Room, f: 40.7/61.4/41.3 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, m: 39.0/61.6/39.1 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, r: 38.6/49.2/36.1 inches

Trunk Volume: 131.6 cubic feet

Payload:

Suspension, f: independent, upper and lower control arms, torsion bars

Ground Clearance: 8.4 inches

Curb Weight: 5219 pounds

Towing Capacity: 8100 pounds

Tires: P265/70R16

Brakes: disc/disc with ABS and Dynamic Rear Proportioning

Fuel Capacity: 31.0 Gallons