The big news for 2009 is the Suburban's adoption of a six-speed automatic transmission for all models. The Suburban has always been a capable super-ute and big on practicality for peccary excursions or weekend wipeouts. Chevy Suburban was totally restyled for 2007 and apart from items like colors and chrome details remains unchanged. With the addition of a six-speed automatic for 2009 it is now fully competitive in the powertrain department and altogether more user-friendly. Suburbans are designed with towing in mind and offer room to bring the big family and all the things that go with them. -
Automotive.com
The 2009 Chevrolet Suburban retains the same maximum-size virtues that have made it a bestseller for so many years. It remains the first choice for anyone who needs to haul six or more people plus their cargo. The 2009 Chevrolet Suburban carries over from 2008. -
AOL Autos
Chevy's 2009 Tahoe and Suburban pair sturdy, capable truck underpinnings with more modern car-like interiors and features and they stand out for their comfortable ride and decent handling. With the addition of the new Hybrid model, trailer towing need not exclude fuel economy. -
Autoguide.com
This extended-length version of the Tahoe has more agile handling and better steering and brakes than in the previous generation. Interior quality is much improved, and there is room for up to nine, but typical versions seat seven, unlike the Ford Expedition. The third-row seat sits too low and is uncomfortable. The 2009 Chevrolet Suburban can tow a heavy trailer and swallow more cargo than most minivans. The standard 5.3-liter V8 is just adequate and returned 14 mpg overall. Four-wheel-drive models have a selectable full-time system that can remain engaged at all times. Stability control is standard. A six-speed automatic is standard, which slightly improves acceleration and fuel economy. -
MSN Autos
The Suburban can seat up to nine, and its GM sibling is the more upscale GMC Yukon XL. The 2009 Chevrolet Suburban competes with other full-size SUVs including the Ford Expedition EL, Nissan Armada and Toyota Sequoia. The Suburban gets a standard six-speed automatic transmission and a variety of safety and luxury features in new option packages. Now standard on all models is OnStar 8.0 and a complimentary one-year subscription to Safe & Sound, including the Advanced Crash Response System, which provides crash data to emergency services. -
Cars.com
The 'Burban and Yukon XL guzzle fuel, but their combined towing, hauling, and passenger-hauling prowess is hard to beat. Redesigned for 2007; six-speed automatic becomes standard, and a third-row DVD system is available. Sturdy chassis, decent interiors, lots of space inside, plenty of muscle for towing. Not exactly handy in crowded parking lots, not exactly inexpensive to operate. -
Caranddriver.com
If a Suburban makes sense for you depends on a lot of factors. If you routinely haul eight people, the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is a good choice, but you should also consider GM's large crossovers, the Buick-Enclave,-GMC Acadia, Saturn-Outlook-and-Chevy Traverse, as well as the Ford-Flex -
U.S. News Rankings & Reviews
The most stylish Suburban to date soldiers on for 2009 with a host of technological, safety and comfort upgrades. The Suburban hauls more passengers and cargo than anything in its segment, a fact not overlooked by those who need such convenience or capability. -
KBB.com
The 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is a behemoth, but if fuel efficiency isn’t a concern, you really can’t do better. A well-optioned LT Suburban is both a tremendous compromise on luxury and practicality and a great value for the class. Look over the options list, and you can have a truck that fits everything you need. New for 2009 is a blind-spot alert now available on the LTZ as well as heated and cooled front seats newly standard for that trim level. Also added this year are a wireless cell-phone link, dual-screen DVD entertainment, and a backup camera that has been criticized by owners and reviewers alike for excessive image distortion. -
Cargurus.com
The 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is huge but tastefully styled, and its well-designed interior is a big plus. The well-equipped 2009 Chevrolet Suburban LTZ especially features a beautiful interior that could have been lifted from a premium sedan. The workhorse 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is far from glamorous, but it gets the job done, in comfort. -
Thecarconnection.com
The Suburban returns for this year available in several trims: LS, LT, and LTZ in either 1500 or HD 2500 series with 2WD or 4WD configurations. The Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS 2WD was last redesigned in 2007; no information is currently available on upcoming changes. -
Intellichoice.com
The 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is a compelling choice for those who need a traditional full-size SUV with maximum capacity. We just wonder how many people really do. -
Edmunds.com
Numerous equipment changes make their way onto the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. Overall, those needing tons of interior space as well as enough oomph to tow heavy loads will find a lot to like about the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. The 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is fairly quick for its size and can get to 60 mph in less than 9 seconds. However, the 5.3-liter V8 Suburban doesn't feel nearly so quick when carrying a load of passengers. When superior passenger and cargo space is needed, there aren't many better SUVs than the 2009 Suburban. -
Edmunds.com