The 2018 Chevrolet Suburban ranked #4 in Large SUVs. Currently the Chevrolet Suburban has a score of 8.1 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 22 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Comfortable ride Spacious, upscale cabin Outstanding cargo space
Cons Lower towing capacity than rivals Generation earns subpar predicted reliability ratings Lower safety score than rivals
The 2018 Chevrolet Suburban is the ultimate weekend road-trip vehicle ready to haul nine people, their luggage, and even an 8,300 pound trailer. Try that in a crossover.
Pros Upscale interior Strong V-8 engine Superlative towing ability More fuel efficient than you might think
Cons High cargo floor Rides more like a truck than rivals Expensive at every level Throwback looks
Unless you need the Suburban's nine-passenger configuration (which is only available on the base LS model), we recommend going with the midlevel LT trim. It comes with a substantial amount of standard equipment and is a solid pick as is. But we'd suggest getting the Luxury package to add some useful driver safety aids and a power liftgate.
Pros Seating for up to nine passengers Cargo capacity is generous Strong V8 engine can tow and haul plenty of cargo
Cons Maneuvering in tight spaces is challenging High cargo floor means more effort to load objects Lazy gas pedal response makes engine feel weaker than rated
The 2018 GMC Yukon XL receives only minor changes. The Denali version comes with a new 10-speed automatic transmission that should slightly improve fuel economy and acceleration. Other changes include a new chrome grille design and a new Denali Ultimate package with 22-inch wheels, a sunroof and a large helping of tech add-ons.
pros Seats up to nine passengers Plenty of cargo capacity, even with all the seats deployed Can tackle rough terrain when fitted with four-wheel drive High towing ratings
cons Size, weight and length make it unwieldy around town Slow gas pedal response makes engine feel weaker than rated Cargo space utility is limited by high load floor
Pros Safety alert driver's seat available Quiet cabin Spacious interior Easier-than-expected maneuverability
Cons Trucklike ride with body roll in corners Small cargo space behind third row (regular-length Yukon) Interior design too similar to Chevrolet siblings Some dashboard buttons could be larger
