The previous-generation Suburban and suspension parts.
The previous-generation Suburban that debuted for the 2000 model year and lasted through 2006 was packaged more efficiently than before — and although increasingly outclassed by newer competitors in its later years, its warehouse-sized interior made it an easy pick for families and home remodelers who truly needed to max out passenger and cargo space. Interior materials and fit and finish were merely adequate, however, and the exterior design was beginning to look a tad dated. Plus, it was still a brick aerodynamically.
It was slightly shorter than its predecessor, as earlier Chevrolet Suburban suspension parts models shared much of their styling and powertrains with the GM full-size pickups on which they were based. Several trim levels and a couple modest V8s were available initially, but by 2001 the two “small-block” engines were up to 285 and 320 hp, and were still outpaced by an available new 8.1-liter V8 with 340 hp and 455 lb-ft of stump-pulling torque.
The Chevy Suburban inched further up the comfort scale as the years went by, but the big news for 2003 was the availability of an innovative Quadrasteer four-wheel-steering system on 3/4-ton models — reducing the turning circle by a substantial 8 feet and also improving towing stability and rear air suspension. The cabin was now more accommodating, too, with numerous improvements like tri-zone climate controls and available DVD entertainment, second-row captain’s chairs and power-adjustable pedals. Updates including OnStar, Coil Springs, steering-wheel audio controls and tire-pressure monitoring carried the big Chevy through 2006 as well.
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