First Impressions of the Chevrolet Suburban 1500 for 2007
Frequently you will discover that purchasers of the Chevrolet Suburban 1500 are quite excited about their purchase. The Suburban 1500 has held a position among the top of the Suburban 1500 line of truck for a very long time. It is a significant truck, and the 2007 model is no different. The Chevrolet Suburban 1500 comes under the heading of sport utility models that are fun to drive.
Under the Hood
The Suburban 1500 LS is equipped with a General Motors 5.3 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The Vortec engine is mated to a General Motors 4-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Chevrolet.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Suburban 1500 comes equipped with 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.
Vehicle Statistics
The dimensions of the Suburban 1500 LS are 79.10 inches wide by 222.40 inches long. It sits 76.80 inches off the ground. It seats a standard eight passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 130.00 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $37,000 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $33,855. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sport Utility.
Fuel Efficiency
The 2007 Suburban 1500’s exceptional fuel system runs on flex. The fuel is regulated electronically, with a fuel-injected multi-port fuel injection style of design. The fuel capacity of the truck is 31.00 gallons.
The 2007 Suburban 1500 gets 21 miles/gallon on the highway and only 15 in the city. This is subpar for a sport utility truck.
We Think…
The 2006 model began the promise of the Chevrolet Suburban 1500. The 2007 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 Suburban 1500 LS will continue to be a profitable vehicle.