Not Your Father’s K1500 Suburban - The 1996 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban LS
One of the staples of the Sport Utility segment is the Chevrolet K1500 Suburban. In the previous model year released a brand new version of the K1500 Suburban with three versions: LT, LS, and Base. Sales for the K1500 Suburban, especially the K1500 Suburban LS, were brisk during 1996 and 1997. The improved vehicle quality and the classic styling were responsible for the sales boost.
Chevrolet K1500 Suburban Engine Specs
Chevrolet K1500 Suburban Engine Specs: The K1500 Suburban LS comes outfitted with a Vortec 5.7 liter, 8-cylinder motor that uses 16 valves. The engine, manufactured by General Motors, is teamed up with a General Motors 4-speed transmission. This arrangement has demonstrated to be an effective style for Chevrolet.
The fuel system for the 1996 K1500 Suburban is a Central SFI design, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is regulated by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The storage capacity of the fuel tank is 27.00 gallons.
The K1500 Suburban uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. Steering is handled through a power-steering gear-style configuration. The truck uses torsion bar and leaf springs front and rear respectively.
Vehicle Statistics
The dimensions of the K1500 Suburban LS are 77.50 inches wide by 189.80 inches long. It sits a comfortable 75.90 inches off the ground. It seats a standard two passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 111.00 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $18,592 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sport Utility.
A powertrain warranty is provided (50,000* miles/36* months), and a 50,000* mile, 60* month guarantee also comes with the Chevrolet K1500 Suburban. This is standard for the price range.
Fuel Efficiency
The K1500 Suburban LS received a miles-per-gallon rating of seventeen in-city driving and twenty two when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green truck, this was exceptional.
We Think…
The 1995 model began the promise of the Chevrolet K1500 Suburban. The 1996 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Chevrolet hopes that the K1500 Suburban LS will continue to be a profitable vehicle.
I loved mine.
Kia? Really? I don’t see them as competition…