2016 Chevrolet Suburban Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 2016 Chevrolet Suburban (18–19 MPG combined) across 3 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
- Transmissions
- Automatic 6-spd
- Engine
- 8-cyl, 5.3 L
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 18–19 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,550–$3,700
- 5-year fuel cost
- −$6,500 to −$5,750 more than average
- EPA scores
- Fuel economy 4/10 · GHG 4/10
- Configurations
- 3
MPG & fuel economy
City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8-cyl 5.3 L · Regular Gasoline · 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 | 498 g/mi |
| 8-cyl 5.3 L · Regular Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 18–19 | $3,550–$3,700 | 480–489 g/mi |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost | 5-YR COST | FE | GHG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suburban C1500 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 8 | 5.3 | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 23 | 18 | $3,700 | −$6,500 | 4 | 4 |
| Suburban C1500 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 8 | 5.3 | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,550 | −$5,750 | 4 | 4 |
| Suburban K1500 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 8 | 5.3 | Regular Gasoline | 15 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 | −$6,500 | 4 | 4 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 2016 Chevrolet Suburban?
According to EPA data, the 2016 Chevrolet Suburban is rated at 18–19 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 2016 Chevrolet Suburban have?
The EPA data lists 8 cylinders for this vehicle.
What fuel type does the 2016 Chevrolet Suburban use?
It uses Regular Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 2016 Chevrolet Suburban?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $3,550 to $3,700.
How much will the 2016 Chevrolet Suburban cost in fuel over 5 years?
According to EPA estimates, the 2016 Chevrolet Suburban 5-year fuel-cost difference is −$6,500 to −$5,750 relative to the average new vehicle (negative values mean the vehicle costs more than average).