The Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LTZ for 2008
One of the staples of the Sport Utility segment is the Chevrolet Suburban 1500. In the previous model year debuted a brand new version of the Suburban 1500 with three versions: LTZ and LS. Sales for the Suburban 1500, especially the Suburban 1500 LTZ, were brisk during 2008 and 2009. The improved vehicle quality and the modern styling were responsible for the boost in sales.
Performance
Chevrolet Suburban 1500 Engine Specs: The Suburban 1500 LTZ comes outfitted with a Vortec 5.3 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 2008 Suburban 1500 is a traditional SFI, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 39.00 gallons.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Suburban 1500 has power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The truck uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.
Suburban 1500 LTZ Statistics
The Suburban 1500 is 222.40 inches long, 79.10 inches wide, and 76.80 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 130.00 inches. It is able to seat 8 comfortably.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $39,495 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $36,138. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sport Utility.
The standard warranty period for the Suburban 1500 is 36 months, or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sport utility market.
Fuel Efficiency
The 2008 Suburban 1500 gets 19 miles/gallon on the highway and only 14 in the city. This is average for a sport utility truck.
Conclusion
There are several reasons why the Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LTZ sold well in 2008. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Chevrolet, specifically a Suburban 1500.