The 1500 badge denotes the half-ton Suburban, but a three quarters ton configuration is also available. This style features a 5.3-liter V8 rated at 295 horsepower and 335 pound-feet of torque, with power routed to all four wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission.

The LS trim includes amenities like tri-zone manual air conditioning, cruise control, OnStar, keyless entry, a leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel and a CD audio system. Options are rather spared on the LS trim, but buyers can add a rear-seat DVD entertainment system.