These are standard specifications for the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
10 Automatic Hydra-Matic 10L80
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel (standard), 4WD |
| Body / Chassis : | Body-on-Frame |
| Production Years for Series : | 2015 - |
| Weight : | 5466 lbs | 2479.336 kg |
| MPG City : | 15 |
| MPG Highway : | 22 |
Engine & Transmission
| V 8 | with Dynamic Fuel Management and Stop/Start | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 5300 cc | 323.4 cu in. | 5.3 L. |
| Power : | 355 BHP (261.28 KW) @ 5600 RPM |
| Torque : | 383 Ft-Lbs (519 NM) @ 4100 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.8 in | 96 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.6 in | 92 mm. |
| Valvetrain : | 16 (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Construction : | Cast-Aluminum block and head |
| Turbocharged Inline 6 | |
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| Displacement : | 3000 cc | 183.1 cu in. | 3.0 L. |
| Power : | 277 HP (203.872 KW) @ 3750 RPM |
| Torque : | 460 Ft-Lbs (624 NM) @ 1500 RPM |
| Bore : | 84.0 mm | 3.307 in. |
| Stroke : | 90.0 mm | 3.543 in. |
| Valvetrain : | 16 DOHC (2.66666666666667 valves per cylinder) |
| Construction : | Cast-Aluminum block and head |
| V 8 | with Dynamic Fuel Management and Stop/Start | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6200 cc | 378.3 cu in. | 6.2 L. |
| Power : | 420 BHP (309.12 KW) @ 5600 RPM |
| Torque : | 460 Ft-Lbs (624 NM) @ 4100 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.6 in | 92 mm. |
| Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Construction : | Cast-Aluminum block and head |
10 Automatic Hydra-Matic 10L80
Dimension(s)
SUV
| Cargo Volume : | 145 cu. ft. |
| Passenger Volume : | 170.4 cu. ft. |
| Interior Volume : | 120.8 cu. ft. |
| Towing Capacity : | 8,600.0 lbs |
| Standard Payload : | 1,702.0 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity : | 31.0 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 8 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
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| Length : | 225.7 in | 5733 mm. |
| Width : | 81.1 in | 2060 mm. |
| Height : | 75.7 in | 1923 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 134.1 in | 3406 mm. |
| Front Track : | 68.5 in | 1740 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 68.3 in | 1735 mm. |
| Ground Clearance : | 7.9 in | 201 mm. |
| Interior | |
| Front Row Headroom : | 42.3 in | 1074 mm. |
| Second Row Headroom : | 38.8 in | 986 mm. |
| Third Row Headroom : | 38.2 in | 970 mm. |
| Front Row Legroom : | 44.5 in | 1130 mm. |
| Second Row Legroom : | 42.0 in | 1067 mm. |
| Third Row Legroom : | 36.7 in | 932 mm. |
| Front Hip Room : | 60.8 in | 1545 mm. |
| Rear Hip Room : | 60.3 in | 1532 mm. |
| Front Shoulder Room : | 64.8 in | 1646 mm. |
| Rear Shoulder Room : | 65.1 in | 1654 mm. |
Handling
| Suspension | |
|---|---|
| Front : Independent coil-over-shocks and stabilizer bar; available Air Ride Adaptive Suspension and Magnetic Ride Control Rear : Independent multilink with coil-over shocks and stabilizer bar; available Air Ride Adaptive Suspension and Magnetic Ride Control | |
| Steering | |
|---|---|
| Rack and Pinion with Power Assist | |
| Steering Overall Ratio : | 17.3 |
| Turns lock to lock : | 3.40 |
| Turning Circle : | 39.0 ft |
| Brakes | |
|---|---|
| Front Brake Size : | 13.0 in | 330 mm. |
| Rear Brake Size : | 13.6 in | 345 mm. |
| Tires / Wheels | |
|---|---|
| Tires : | P265/65R18 all-season |
| Wheels : | 18-in aluminum |
| Optional Tires | |
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| Tires : | P275/60R20 all-season or all-terrain |
| Tires : | P275/50R22 all-season |
| Optional Wheels | |
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| Tires : | 20-in aluminum |
| Tires : | 22-in alumin |
Recall
| Component | SEAT BELTS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 21V190000 |
| Summary | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Chevrolet Suburban, and Tahoe vehicles with third-row seating. The third-row outboard seat belts may have been entrapped or misrouted behind the outboard seat-folding mechanism, which could result in damaged seat belts. |
| Consequence | A damaged seat belt can break during a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the occupant. |
| Remedy | GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third-row outboard seat belts, replacing any damaged seat belts, and rerouting them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 21, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, and Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202313000. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 22V827000 |
| Summary | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Yukon, Yukon XL, Chevrolet Tahoe, Chevrolet Suburban, Cadillac Escalade, and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, 'Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.' |
| Consequence | Daytime Running Lights that do not deactivate as intended may cause a glare, reducing visibility and increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Dealers will provide an over-the-air (OTA) update for the Body Control Module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 15, 2022. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222382220. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov. |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 22V036000 |
| Summary | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, and Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles. The rear wheel driveshaft assemblies may have internal components that were not heat-treated properly, possibly resulting in driveshaft failure. |
| Consequence | Driveshaft failure can cause a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Dealers will replace the left and/or right rear driveshaft assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 14, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212351030. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov. |
| Component | STEERING:STEERING CONTROL MODULE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 21V455000 |
| Summary | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. A software issue may cause a loss of power steering assist at startup or while driving. |
| Consequence | Increased steering effort, particularly at lower speeds, increases the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | The power steering module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 13, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212333900. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov. |
| Component | SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 22V617000 |
| Summary | General Motors, LLC (M) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with third-row seats. The rivet that retains the buckle to the mounting bracket in the left or right side third-row seat belt buckle assembly may have been improperly formed. |
| Consequence | A seat belt with a deformed rivet may not properly restrain an occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash. |
| Remedy | Dealers will inspect the rivet head formation on both the left and right side third-row seat belt buckle assemblies and replace seat belt buckle assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 28, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 1, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222372380. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov. |
| Component | AIR BAGS:SRS MALFUNCTION WARNING LAMP/LIGHT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 21V421000 |
| Summary | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Buick Envision, Cadillac CT4, CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Corvette, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL vehicles. The communications gateway module incorrectly processes a loss of communication with the sensing diagnostic module (SDM), causing the air bag malfunction indicator light to inconsistently illuminate. |
| Consequence | The air bag malfunction indicator light may fail to warn the driver of a problem with the air bag, increasing the risk of injury. |
| Remedy | The communications gateway module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 1, 2021. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212338110. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov. |
| Component | SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 20V792000 |
| Summary | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500, 2021 Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe and GMC Yukon XL and 2020-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The seat belt brackets may not be secured to the seat frame in the front-row center seating position. |
| Consequence | If a seat-belt bracket is not secured, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the front-row center seat position, increasing the risk of injury in a crash. |
| Remedy | GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect left-side and right-side front-row center seat-belt bracket attachments and reassemble it correctly as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 26, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N202314670. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 21V739000 |
| Summary | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The fuel pump power control module may cause the fuel pump to fail or operate intermittently, which can interrupt fuel flow to the engine, and cause an unexpected engine stall. |
| Consequence | An engine stall increases the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Dealers will replace the fuel pump power control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 14, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212332040. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov. |
| Component | SEAT BELTS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 20V792000 |
| Summary | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500, 2021 Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe and GMC Yukon XL and 2020-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The seat belt brackets may not be secured to the seat frame in the front-row center seating position. |
| Consequence | If a seat-belt bracket is not secured, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the front-row center seat position, increasing the risk of injury in a crash. |
| Remedy | GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect left-side and right-side front-row center seat-belt bracket attachments and reassemble it correctly as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 26, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N202314670. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 20V811000 |
| Summary | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2021 GMC Canyon and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500, Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV and Chevrolet Blazer, Camaro, Colorado, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500, Suburban and Tahoe vehicles. Incorrect bolts may have been used at one or more fastening locations to secure the seat belts to the vehicle. If an incorrect bolt was used, the seat belt may not be properly attached to the vehicle. |
| Consequence | If a seat belt assembly is not properly attached to the vehicle, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury. |
| Remedy | GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8785, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N202322230. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors LLC |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 20V735000 |
| Summary | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe and GMC Yukon and Yukon XL vehicles. During general assembly, a repair involved removal of one or both front seats. The attachment bolts for the front seats may not have been properly reinstalled after the repair was completed. |
| Consequence | If an occupied front seat has loose or missing attachment bolts, it may move during a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the seated occupant. |
| Remedy | GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat attachments for both front seats and install attachment bolts as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 21, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N202312720. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Data updated January 2023
2021 Chevrolet Suburban FAQs (show)
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban? A: The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban has a wheelbase size of 134.10 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban? A: The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban has a length of 225.70 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban? A: The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban has a width of 81.10 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban have?A: The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban has 42.30 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban have?A: The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban has legroom of 44.50 inches.Q: What is the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban's towing capacity?A: The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban has a towing capaicty of 8600.00 lbs.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban? A: The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban was a SUV.Q: What tires did the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban have? A: The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban had P265/65R18 all-season tires.Q: What type of wheels did the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban have? A: The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban had 18-in aluminum wheels.Q: What engines did the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban have? A: The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban had the following engine options: V 8 (5300 cc | 323.4 cu in. | 5.3 L.) with 355 BHP (261.28 KW) @ 5600 RPM and 383 Ft-Lbs (519 NM) @ 4100 RPM Turbocharged Inline 6 (3000 cc | 183.1 cu in. | 3.0 L.) with 277 HP (203.872 KW) @ 3750 RPM and 460 Ft-Lbs (624 NM) @ 1500 RPM V 8 (6200 cc | 378.3 cu in. | 6.2 L.) with 420 BHP (309.12 KW) @ 5600 RPM and 460 Ft-Lbs (624 NM) @ 4100 RPM Q: What transmission did the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban have? A: The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban had a 10 speed Automatic Hydra-Matic 10L80 gearbox.
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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban? A: The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban has a wheelbase size of 134.10 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban? A: The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban has a length of 225.70 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban? A: The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban has a width of 81.10 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban have?A: The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban has 42.30 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban have?A: The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban has legroom of 44.50 inches.Q: What is the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban's towing capacity?A: The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban has a towing capaicty of 8600.00 lbs.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban? A: The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban was a SUV.Q: What tires did the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban have? A: The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban had P265/65R18 all-season tires.Q: What type of wheels did the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban have? A: The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban had 18-in aluminum wheels.Q: What engines did the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban have? A: The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban had the following engine options: V 8 (5300 cc | 323.4 cu in. | 5.3 L.) with 355 BHP (261.28 KW) @ 5600 RPM and 383 Ft-Lbs (519 NM) @ 4100 RPMSimilarly Sized Vehicles
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