As far as discussions about vehicle longevity go, it’s hard not to include the Chevy Suburban. Currently in its twelfth generation, this full-size, body-on-frame SUV has been roaming American streets since 1935. Now, the Suburban has been ranked as one of the longest-lasting vehicles available.
In a study performed by iSeeCars, the Chevy Suburban ranks third on the list of 20 cars with the greatest lifespan, with a potential mileage of 265,732 miles or more. In fact, the only vehicles with higher potential longevity were two Toyotas, with the Toyota Sequoia ranking at the top with a potential mileage of almost 300,000 miles.
The Suburban ranked higher on the list than the Chevy Tahoe, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, and Cadillac Escalade ESV.
To collect the data used in this study, iSeeCars studied more than two million vehicles sold for at least 10 years in the past 20 model years, and then ranked each model by its highest mileage-achieving example. All vehicles that were ranked had at least two percent of units surpass 200,000 miles, while the top one percent of these vehicles drove between 230,000 and just under 300,000 miles over the past two decades.
“What we see is a list of highly-durable vehicles, capable of more than a quarter-million miles of use if properly maintained,” said Karl Brauer, iSeeCars Executive Analyst. “And to be clear, this study isn’t reporting the maximum lifespan of these vehicles. This is simply a measure of current odometer readings. Most of these cars are still in use and going strong.”
As for the foundation of this dependable SUV, the current 2023 Chevy Suburban is available with three powerplant options. These engines include the atmospheric 5.3L V8 L84 producing 355 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque, the atmospheric 6.2L V8 L87 gasoline engine developing 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque, and the 3.0L I6 LM2 turbodiesel Duramax engine, which churns out 277 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque.
Under the skin, the 2023 Suburban, as well as the 2023 Chevy Tahoe, rides on the GM T1 platform, while production takes place at the GM Arlington plant in Texas.
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Comments
For what they cost they should last at least 400,000 with proper maintenance.
I bet if properly maintained they’ll last over 400k miles.
No. Even well maintained modern gasoline engines should only operate to 200-250k miles. Anecdotal stories like Toyota Tundras going 400k or longer are the exception not the rule.
Bet… your right!! I have a 1994 with 405,000 and counting. Im 3rd owner. Original motor and transmission and everything on it works including my 4×4. You love your suburban and it will love you back! From dirt roads and pastures to interstate highways it can do anything!
I have a 1998 with 287622 miles in ot it runs strong though I service it on a normal schedule it still has its issues the ac dydtem.seems to be biggest issue I have with it on s3cond co.plete rebuild of ac but drive train still g po ung strong
Ditto from yesterday’s Tahoe article.
The Ford Expedition is pretty high on the list but I’ll bet this is pre-2015 Expeditions.
In 2015, Ford ditched the V-8 engine for Expeditions.
Can a turbocharged, six-cylinder Expedition go 244,682 miles?
I’m skeptical.
I have a 2003 Tahoe Z71 5.3 L Flex fuel that is hitting 376000 miles with the original transmission. First engine went 304000 miles while pulling a 4000lb boat for 110000 miles of that 304000 miles. Replaced engine with GM remanufactured that was done by GM for 8000.00 dollars. The key is the maintenance schedule and how you take of it. First brake job was done at 146000 miles.
I can attest to this. My 2008 Surburban has 343,000 miles and sti going strong!
I have a 2002 4×4 Chevy Suburban 2500 and it has over 300,000 miles and still running strong even 5 yrs after buying it….I have done regular oil changes, fluid changes and tune up, these are things that get over looked by people…
My 2003 GMC Yukon just turned over 500,000 miles and is still going strong.
My 2003 Suburban 1500 has 280,000 miles and is still running strong
Original owner of 2001 Chevy suburban. 211k miles and still going strong.