2021 Chevrolet Suburban vs 2020 Buick Encore
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MSRP$23,200 | MSRP$51,000 |
Listings282 | Listings889 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 |
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2020 Buick Encore Reviews Summary | |
2021 Chevrolet Suburban Reviews SummaryThe Chevrolet Suburban is one of the oldest car model names still on the market, dating back to 1934. For most of its lifetime, it’s been a spacious, capable SUV with plenty of passenger space. As the auto industry has evolved (especially in the past two decades), this type of SUV has become more obsolete. Many automakers have developed car-based crossovers and SUVs. And yet, there is still a need for truck-based full-size SUVs with plenty of towing power and no-compromise cabin space. The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban is an examination of how an automaker maintains this traditional SUV format while incorporating modern technology and amenities. GM has also responded to the need for improved fuel economy, offering a new turbodiesel powertrain. Read on to learn if Chevy was able to pull this off with the new Suburban. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.4L 138 hp I4 | Engine5.3L 355 hp V8 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive Train4X2 |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity9 |
Horsepower138 hp @ 4900 rpm | Horsepower355 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City15 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway20 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.4L 138 hp I4 | Engine Name5.3L 355 hp V8 |
Torque148 lb-ft @ 200 rpm | Torque383 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm |
Horsepower138 hp @ 4900 rpm | Horsepower355 hp @ 5600 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City15 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway20 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity9 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.8 cu ft | Cargo Space41.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3237 lbs | Curb Weight5616 lbs |
Height65.3 in | Height75.7 in |
Length168.4 in | Length225.7 in |
Width70.1 in | Width81.1 in |
Wheelbase100.6 in | Wheelbase134.1 in |
Maximum Payload1018 lbs | Maximum Payload1750 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity8300 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity7800 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $23,200 | $51,000 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | |
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Summary | The Chevrolet Suburban is one of the oldest car model names still on the market, dating back to 1934. For most of its lifetime, it’s been a spacious, capable SUV with plenty of passenger space. As the auto industry has evolved (especially in the past two decades), this type of SUV has become more obsolete. Many automakers have developed car-based crossovers and SUVs. And yet, there is still a need for truck-based full-size SUVs with plenty of towing power and no-compromise cabin space. The 2021 Chevrolet Suburban is an examination of how an automaker maintains this traditional SUV format while incorporating modern technology and amenities. GM has also responded to the need for improved fuel economy, offering a new turbodiesel powertrain. Read on to learn if Chevy was able to pull this off with the new Suburban. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.4L 138 hp I4 | 5.3L 355 hp V8 |
Drive Train | FWD | 4X2 |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 9 |
Horsepower | 138 hp @ 4900 rpm | 355 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 15 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 20 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.4L 138 hp I4 | 5.3L 355 hp V8 |
Torque | 148 lb-ft @ 200 rpm | 383 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm |
Horsepower | 138 hp @ 4900 rpm | 355 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 15 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 20 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 9 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.8 cu ft | 41.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3237 lbs | 5616 lbs |
Height | 65.3 in | 75.7 in |
Length | 168.4 in | 225.7 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 81.1 in |
Wheelbase | 100.6 in | 134.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1018 lbs | 1750 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 8300 lbs | |
Standard Towing Capacity | 7800 lbs | |
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