XXL Sized-Vehicle Fans’ Spooky Pre-Halloween Comparison: How Do Newer Suburbans Stack up Against Older ones?

Large-sized SUVs such as the Suburban are practical as well as righteously road-owning for so many of our well-appreciated customers at West Chevy of Knoxville, as the more your family or business interests grow, the more you need to haul! The Chevy Suburban is one of the nation’s favorite rides of all time and holds the acclaimed honors of being the longest-running model in American history. The Fast Lane Car put together an awesome test video on YouTube that offers up a bit of a pre-Halloween and hauntingly good comparison between the old and new. 

We’d have to admit that both models would be the ultimate means of getting the kids around the neighborhood for trick or treating, and any other invigorating pumpkin patch outing or family fall event! As shown in the video, the older Suburbans still make for amazing and very loyal vehicles, with one owner proudly claiming a trusty 296,000 miles on the odometer. Its notably large size, comfort, and all-around usefulness still yielded the family around 19 mpg, which is not at all shabby for a large and heavy old V8 number.

The older version then goes all-in and takes on an off-road style test course and impresses with its handling chops and fluid but durable driving style. The new 2022 Suburban uses an air-suspension equipped 10-speed top-of-the-line SUV with a capable and always road-ready 6.2-liter V8. Boasting 420 horsepower as well as heavily updated engine, there are more tech features and design touches that make it stand out from the old Suburban. Even though the older model has a tried-and-true sense of accomplishment and long-haul stamina, the 2022 model is going to give you a superior boost in terms of safety and infotainment goodies.

The updated model offers the luxury of a nice stitched interior trim, an infotainment display, and many other modern features like electrically dropping rear seats. For the instances when a Home Depot run is unavoidable, a 4x8 piece of wood still fits, proving solidly that its practical and “getting it all done” nature is still very much intact. During the very telling off-road portion of things, the 2022 model smoothly navigated the pothole-filled track easily, proving that the Suburban’s winning formula of ample space, practical chops, and rugged off-road ability is a winning combo as usual.

At the end of this necessary all-out comparison, the verdict not surprisingly favored the new model. Billed as “A Simple and Effective Beast with a Simple Mission”, the Suburban continues doing what it has been since 1935 with a distinct style and the same authenticity along with a 7,900-lb towing capacity. You can still easily fit 9 passengers across its three bench seats as you could during its early days, while enjoying the same visceral design language shared with the Silverado pickup and Tahoe SUV. 

We’d have to wholeheartedly recommend the Premiere Trim as well: it adds the useful assistance of blind-spot monitoring, lane change alert, front and rear parking sensors a 10-speaker Bose stereo, and navigation features all as standard equipment. You’ll also be traveling with the extra confidence and comfort of upgraded seating, power-folding second and third-row seats, ventilated front seats, and dual second-row captain’s chairs. The Luxury Package provides the enjoyment of a panoramic sunroof, rear camera mirror with integrated washer, and trailer brake controller.  

2022 Suburban and Tahoe Slated for Arrival With Power Upgrade, New Color Choices, Massively Improved Stability

The Suburban and Tahoe are always popular at West Chevy, and a batch of new improvements for the 2022 model year make them both even more exciting! An entirely new platform, improved driving dynamics, bold styling, and an interior with more tech features all make these two incoming XXL SUVs greater than ever. They both will also be available with a brand-new electric limited-slip differential, as an in-depth feature on the CarBuzz.com blog laid out last week.

A brand-new electric limited-slip differential greatly improves the SUV’s traction and stability by optimizing the amount of torque that is divided between the rear wheels. Opting for the Off-Road Capability Package also provides the addition of Magnetic Ride Control and Air Ride Adaptive Suspension. It comes included with the Z71 Off-Road package, and is bound to make a huge difference when driving on various types of terrains.

The new Suburban and Tahoe models also provide the choice of your favorite color. The 2022 pair will see Auburn Metallic, Dark Ash Metallic, and Evergreen Gray Metallic added to the list, replacing Shadow Gray Metallic and Graywood Metallic. 

The naturally-aspirated 6.2-liter V8 that was previously the High Country trim’s defining powertrain will now be available on the RST, Z71, and Premier trims. Paired nicely with a ten-speed automatic, this offering cranks out 420 horsepower and 460 lb/ft of torque. 

You can also opt for the 5.3-liter V8 that is good for 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque, or the 3.0-liter inline-six turbo doling out 277 horsepower and 460 lb/ft. These two powerful SUVs aren’t just all about braun. They will come equipped with a new 12-inch digital driver information center to monitor all the vitals and performance in action.

The Suburban is so iconic, it has its own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Its massive grille, thin headlights, and characteristically tall hood line are a few of its elements that stand out right away. It is the perfect pairing for the Tahoe, and both models will be able to seat more cargo than before. Some of the available safety features found on both models are forward collision warning, rear parking sensors, pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, and the ultimate supervisor in Teen Driver!

2022 Tahoe and Suburban’s Updated with 6.2-Liter V8

The 2022 Tahoe and Suburban are now available with the 6.2-liter V8 in the Z71, RST and Premier trims. It was only available on the top-of-the-line High Country trim for all last year’s releases. The Off-Road Performance Package and Off-Road Capability Package provide Magnetic Ride Control, Air Ride Adaptive Suspension, and electronic limited-slip differential. You can also order the Z71 Off-Road Package, providing the Luxury, Max Trailering, and Off-Road Capability packages along with extra seat functionality in all rows and auto-dimming on the driver’s side. 

With the RST model, you can enjoy the V8 power by ordering the Sport Performance Package, which pairs the 6.2-liter V8 with Magnetic Ride Control and the quad pipes with stainless steel ties. The Premier trim makes the 6.2-liter V8 a standalone option. Both the Suburban and Tahoe are great for hauling big groups, with class-leading features such as wireless charging, stellar climate control, and enough USB ports to keep everyone on a tablet or laptop fully charged! 

The Suburban has a history so colorful and star-studded it has its own star on the Hollywood walk of fame! The all-new Suburban offers best-in-class second-row legroom, a newly expanded third row and best-in-class cargo volume, so everyone and their belongings that come along for the ride are guaranteed to have more than enough room. An available power sliding console can slide back 10 inches, providing a great place to store items between the seats while also adding a hiding place for electronic valuables and other items you want to be kept out of sight. 

For the first time ever on both vehicles, Alexa’s on board, allowing you to stream your favorite music, add items to your Amazon shopping list, and even connect with your various smart home devices while you’re out and about. They also boast 22” wheels, dynamic front and rear LED lights, and high-riding comfort that have long made them award winners and customer favorites!