The Chevrolet Suburban 1500 Base for 2000: Improving on 1999
A high point in the sport utility market is the Chevrolet Suburban 1500. In 2000 Chevrolet rolled out an upgraded version of the Suburban 1500 with three versions: Base, LS, and LT. Sales for the Suburban 1500, especially the Suburban 1500 Base, were brisk during 2000 and 2001. The improved reliability and the updated styling were responsible for the increased interest.
2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 Base Specs
The restyled Suburban 1500 Base is equipped with a 5.3-liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The Vortec engine is mated to a General Motors four-speed transmission. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 1999 version.
The fuel system for the 2000 Suburban 1500 is a SFI design, using gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is controlled by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The fuel capacity of the fuel tank is 33.00 gallons.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering gear-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 torsion bar front springs and coil in the rear.
Statistics
The Suburban 1500 is 219.30 inches long, 78.80 inches wide, and 73.30 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 130.00 inches. It is able to seat 3 comfortably.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $28,627 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $25,049. 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. There is also a warranty on the powertrain for 36 months or 36,000 miles respectively. This is standard in the sport utility market.
Fuel Efficiency
The Suburban 1500 Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of fourteen in-city driving and sixteen when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid truck, this was within normal parameters.
Parting Shots
There are several reasons why the Chevrolet Suburban 1500 Base sold well in 2000. 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.