2012 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 Information in Chicago, IL

Suburban has a long-standing reputation as the go-to vehicle for active American families. For more than 75 years, Suburban has maintained its reputation for spacious room and legendary capability. So pack it up, load it in and get out there.

It was the world's first SUV and has continued to pave the way through its rich history into today's modern comforts. Suburban 1/2-Ton offers a long list of advanced safety and convenience features. To put it simply, Suburban does not compromise.

2012 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 Specifications and Features

Highlights
  • Vortec 5.3L V8 engine with E85(10) FlexFuel capability. Generates 320 horsepower and 335 lb.-ft. of torque. :Standard
  • Premium Smooth Ride suspension: Standard
  • Autoride Suspension: Not Available
  • Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package: Not Available
  • Automatic locking rear differential: Available
  • Heavy-Duty Trailering Package: Available
  • Six air bags(11): Standard
  • StabiliTrak with Traction Control: Standard
  • Proactive Roll Avoidance: Standard
  • Four-wheel antilock brakes: Standard
  • Side Blind Zone Alert: Not Available
  • Rear Vision Camera: Available (Requires available Convenience Package)
  • Rear Parking Assist: Available (Requires available Convenience Package)
  • OnStar®(5) Directions & Connections® Plan for the first six months: Standard
  • SiriusXM® Radio(4) with three trial months: Standard
  • Bluetooth® wireless technology(6) for select phones: Standard
  • USB port(3): Standard
  • AM/FM stereo, CD/MP3 player with touch-screen navigation radio: Not Available
  • Rear-seat DVD entertainment system: Not Available
  • Power sunroof: Not Available
  • Single-speed transfer case: Standard
  • Two-speed transfer case: Available
Powertrain
  • Standard Engine: Gas/Ethanol V8
  • Displacement (liters/ cu in.) :5.3L/323
  • Transmission: 6 Automatic
  • Horsepower @ RPM: 320 @ 5400
  • Torque @ RPM: 335 @ 4000
  • Fuel Injection: Electronic Fuel Injection
  • Drivetrain: Four Wheel Drive
  • Front Suspension: Coil springs
  • Rear Suspension: Multi link
  • Axle Ratio: 3.08
  • 4- wheel ABS: Standard
  • 4-wheel Disc Brakes: Standard
  • StabiliTrak® Electronic Stability Control System: Standard
  • Traction Control System: Standard
  • Turning circle: 43.0 ft
  • Battery Cold Cranking Amps: 600
  • Alternator (amps): 160
Dimensions
  • Overall Length: 222.4 in
  • Overall Width 79.1 in
  • Overall Height 76.8 in
  • Wheelbase 130.0 in
  • Front Head Room 41.1 in
  • Second Row Head Room 38.5 in
  • Third Row Head Room 38.1 in
  • Third Row Shoulder Room 64.7 in
  • Third Row Hip Room 49.4 in
  • Third Row Leg Room 34.9 in
  • Front Hip Room 60.5 in
  • Second Row Hip Room 61.8 in
  • Front Leg Room 41.3 in
  • Second Row Leg Room 39.5 in
  • Front Shoulder Room: 65.2 in
  • Second Row Shoulder Room: 65.2 in
  • Seating Capacity: 8
  • Cargo Volume: 137.4 ft³
  • Inside Bed Width, Between Wheelhousing: 49.1 in
  • Ground To Top Of Rear Load Floor: 32.6 in
  • Ground Clearance, Front: 10.5 in
  • Ground Clearance, Rear :9.1 in
  • Curb Weight: 5824.00 lbs
  • Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): 7400.00 lbs
  • Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR): 11500 lbs
  • Maximum Payload: 1576.00 lbs
  • Axle Capacity - Front: 3600 lbs
  • Axle Capacity - Rear: 4200 lbs
Exterior
  • Automatic Headlamps: Standard
  • Daytime Running Lights: Standard
  • Remote Keyless Entry: Standard
  • Power Door Locks: Standard
  • Heated Mirrors: Standard
  • Power Driver Side Mirror: Standard
  • Running Board Standard
  • Tires - Front All-Season: Standard
  • Tires - Front On/Off Road: Not Available
  • Tires - Front Performance: Available
  • Tires - Rear All-Season: Standard
  • Tires - Rear On/Off Road: Not Available
  • Tires - Rear Performance: Available
  • Full Size Spare Tire: Standard
  • Traction Control System: Standard
  • Aluminum Wheels: Standard
  • Chrome Wheels: Available
  • Fog Lamps: Available
  • Power Passenger-Side Mirror: Standard
  • Heated Exterior Driver Mirror:Standard
  • Heated Exterior Passenger Mirror :Standard
  • Privacy Glass: Standard
  • Luggage Rack: Standard
  • Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors: Available
  • Remote Trunk Release: Not Available
  • Front Tow Hooks: Standard
  • Rear Tow Hooks: Standard
  • Steel Wheels: Available
  • StabiliTrak® Electronic Stability Control System: Standard
  • Driver Air Bag: Standard
Interior
  • Passenger Air Bag: Standard
  • Thorax Side Impact: Standard
  • Head Curtain Side Impact Air Bags Front: Standard
  • Head Curtain Side Impact Air Bags Rear: Standard
  • Climate Control: Not Available
  • Dual Zone Climate Control: Standard
  • Single Zone Climate Control: Standard
  • Rear Climate Control: Standard
  • AM/FM Stereo: Standard
  • CD Player: Standard
  • Cruise Control: Standard
  • Rear Window Defogger: Standard
  • Front Floor Mats: Standard
  • Rear Floor Mats: Standard
  • Navigation System: Not Available
  • Power Tilt/Sliding Sunroof: Not Available
  • Additional Rear Seat: Standard
  • Power Driver Seat: Standard
  • Power Passenger Seat: Standard
  • Pass-Through Rear Seat Standard
  • Cloth Seats Standard
  • Leather-Appointed Seats Not Available
  • 60/40 Bench Seats Available
  • Bucket Seats: Standard
  • Power Steering: Standard
  • Adjustable Steering Wheel: Standard
  • Power Windows: Standard
  • Premium Sound System: Not Available
  • Front & Rear Bucket Seats: Not Available
  • SiriusXM Satellite Radio with 3 trial months: Standard
  • MP3 Playback: Standard
  • Heated Driver Seat: Available
  • Heated Passenger Seat: Available
  • Rear Seat Audio Controls: Standard
  • Auxiliary Pwr Outlet: Standard
  • Vehicle Anti-Theft System: Standard
  • Vehicle Anti-Theft System: Standard
  • Passenger Visor Vanity Mirror: Standard
  • Driver Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror: Standard
  • Passenger Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror: Standard
  • Mirror Memory: Not Available
  • Rear Parking Assist: Available
  • Adjustable Pedals: Available
  • Rear Seat Heat Ducts: Standard
  • Sunroof Wind Deflector: Not Available
  • Driver Lumbar Support: Standard
  • Passenger Lumbar Support: Not Available
  • Seat Memory: Not Available
  • Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel: Standard
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System: Standard
  • Universal Home Remote: Not Available
  • Bluetooth® connectivity: Standard
  • Entertainment System: Not Available
  • Remote Vehicle Start: Available
  • Rearview Camera: Available
  • Power Lift Gate: Not Available
  • Auxiliary -Audio Input Jacks: Standard
Safety
  • Driver Air bags: Standard
  • Passenger Air bags: Standard
  • OnStar Automatic Crash Response Standard
  • OnStar Emergency Services Standard
  • OnStar Crisis Assist Standard
  • OnStar Stolen Vehicle Assistance Standard
  • OnStar Remote Door Unlock Standard
  • OnStar Roadside Assistance Standard
  • OnStar Remote Horn and Lights Standard
  • OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation Standard
  • OnStar Hands-Free Calling Standard
  • OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics Standard
  • OnStar Low Mileage Discount Standard
  • Daytime Running Lamps: Standard
  • Traction Control System: Standard
  • StabiliTrak® Electronic Stability Control System: Standard
  • Vehicle Anti-Theft System: Standard
  • 4- Wheel ABS: Standard
  • 4-Wheel Disc Brakes: Standard
  • Rear Parking Assist: Available
  • Fog Lamps: Available
  • Defogger: Standard
  • Remote Keyless Entry: Standard
  • Tire Pressure Monitor: Standard
  • Remote Vehicle Start: Available
Fuel Efficiency
  • EPA Est. Fuel Economy City (Gas): 15 MPG
  • EPA Est. Fuel Economy Highway (Gas): 21 MPG
  • Fuel Tank Capacity (Approx.): 31 gal
  • Cruising Range - City (Gas): 465.00 mi
  • Cruising Range - Hwy (Gas): 651.00 mi
Warranty
  • Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty: 3 Years/36,000 Miles
  • Powertrain/Drivetrain limited warranty: 5 Years/100,000 Miles
  • Rust Warranty: 6 Years/100,000 Miles
  • Roadside Assistance Program: 5 Years/100,000 Miles

Base model features listed unless specified. For more features and available trims, please download the brochure or contact us.

  • 1) The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price excludes destination freight charge, tax, title, license, dealer fees and optional equipment. Click here to see all Chevrolet vehicles' destination freight charges.
  • 2) Whichever comes first. See dealer for limited warranty details.
  • 3) Not compatible with all devices.
  • 4) Requires a subscription sold separately by SiriusXM after trial period. Available only in the 48 contiguous United States and Washington, D.C. Visit siriusxm.com for details.
  • 5) Visit onstar.com for coverage map, details and system limitations. Services vary by model and conditions.
  • 6) Go to gm.com/bluetooth to find out which phones are compatible with the vehicle.
  • 7) Use only GM-approved tire and wheel combinations. Unapproved combinations may change the vehicle's performance characteristics. For important tire and wheel information, go to gmaccessorieszone.com or see your dealer for details.
  • 9) Requires a subscription sold separately by SiriusXM after trial period. Available only in select markets. For more information, see siriusxm.com/navtraffic.
  • 10) Go to chevy.com/biofuels to see if there is an E85 fuel station near you.
  • 11) Always use safety belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.
  • 12) Requires available Sun, Entertainment and Destinations package

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