The Suburban comes with a full pickup truck frame, a V-8 engine, and three rows of bench seats. It is available in five models: Half-Ton LS, Half-Ton LT, Half-Ton LTZ, Three-Quarter-Ton LS, and Three-Quarter-Ton LT.

The Half-Ton LS and Three-Quarter-Ton LS is offered in a single trim-level: LS, while the Half-Ton LT and Three-Quarter-Ton LT are offered in three trim levels each: LT1, LT2, and LT3. The Half-Ton LTZ is also offered in a single trim-level: LTZ. All trims are offered in 2-wheel drive (2WD) and 4-wheel drive (4WD) configurations and can seat up to nine passengers.

For 2007, the Chevrolet Suburban has been completely revamped. Changes are evident in the improved quality of interior materials, a sleek and slicker exterior design, a responsive and precise steering, and enhanced power. Fuel economy has also improved. A touch-screen navigation system and a new noise-reducing technology are just some of the upgrades the Suburban has received for 2007.

It is covered by a new vehicle limited warranty for three years or 36,000 miles and a powertrain warranty for five years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. It competes with the likes of the Toyota Land Cruiser, Hummer H2, Jeep Commander, Cadillac Escalade, GMC Yukon XL, Ford Expedition, Nissan Armada, and Toyota Sequoia.

The half-ton 4WD models are powered by a standard Vortec 5.3-liter V-8 engine with active fuel management and E85 FlexFuel capability, which produces 310 hp @ 5,200 rpm and 335 lb-ft. @ 4,400 rpm. This engine is optional on half-ton 2WD models, in which it gives out 320 hp @ 5,200 rpm and 340 lb-ft. @ 4,200 rpm.

The half-ton models are also offered with the option of a Vortec 6.0-liter V-8 engine with active fuel management and Variable Valve Timing (VVT), which delivers 366 hp @ 5,500 rpm and 380 lb-ft. @ 4,300 rpm.

All three-quarter-ton models except the LTZ derive power from a Vortec 6.0-liter V-8 engine, which generates 352 hp @ 5,400 rpm and 383 lb-ft. @ 4,300 rpm.

All half-ton models are linked to a standard electronically controlled Hydra-Matic 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive and Tow/Haul mode. All three-quarter-ton models excluding the LTZ are teamed up with a Hydra-Matic heavy-duty electronically controlled 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive and Tow/Haul mode.

Its front fascia is adorned by a big body-color bumper, distinct headlamps and a wide twin grille horizontally divided in two. The grille also sports the Chevy bow-tie in the middle. Halogen fog lamps, integrated into the front bumper, are standard on all models except the LS. All models come standard with daytime running lamps that have an automatic exterior lamp control. All models excluding the LTZ feature black grille inserts, while the LTZ comes with chrome grille inserts.

The Suburban features two-sided galvanized-steel or aluminum body panels and body-color, body-side moldings. The LS, LT1, and LT2 come with fold-away, power-adjustable, heated mirrors, whereas the LT3 and LTZ have got power-folding, power-adjustable, heated mirrors with driver-side auto-dimming feature, curb-tilt, ground illumination, and turn-signal indicators in glass.

All models excluding the LTZ come standard with a rear lift-gate/lift-glass with wiper/washer. However, the LTZ comes with a power rear lift-gate/lift-glass, with wiper/washer, which is optional on LT3. Standard on LTZ and optional on LT3 is a heated windshield washer fluid system and rain-sense intermittent front wipers. Wet-arm, intermittent front wipers with pulse washers and intermittent rear wipers with washer are standard on all models.

All models come standard with a roof-mounted luggage rack including side rails, though the option of a luggage rack with center rails is also available. The Suburban also comes with two front recovery hooks. An ultrasonic rear parking assist is standard on LT2, LT3, and LTZ, and optional on LS and LT1.

The LT2 and LT3 models are available with the option of a Z71 Off-Road Package, which includes a Z71 off-road suspension system, an automatic locking rear differential, Z71-specific exterior appearance, wheel flares, a Skid Plate Package, tubular assist steps, a high-capacity air cleaner, and Z71-specific cluster appearance and interior trimmings.

The half-ton LS and LT models wear 17-inch aluminum wheels, while the half-ton LTZ models come standard with 20-inch polished-aluminum wheels. The three-quarter-ton LS and LT models feature standard 16-inch polished forged-aluminum wheels with chrome center caps. All half-ton models excluding LTZ roll on P265/70R-17 all-season, Blackwall tires, whereas the half-ton LTZ rides on P275/55R-20 all-season, Blackwall tires. The three-quarter-ton LS and LT models cruise on LT245/75R-16 on-road/off-road, Blackwall tires.

All models come standard with 60/40 split-folding bench seats in the second-row, with fold-down center armrest. The LS and LT1 come with custom cloth-trimmed seats, while the LT2, LT3, and LTZ feature leather-appointed seats. All models come standard with two-passenger split-bench seats in the third-row, though three-passenger split-bench is also available as an option. The third-row seat is custom cloth-trimmed in LS and LT1, and vinyl-trimmed in LT2, LT3, and LTZ.

All models come standard with tri-zone climate (temperature) controls, with individual settings for driver, right-front passenger, and rear passengers. However, the LS and LT1 come with manual climate controls, while the LT2, LT3, and LTZ offer enhanced comfort with automatic climate controls. All models also have heat ducts on the rear-seat.

The Suburban comes standard with power windows and remote door unlocking. All windows, except the windshield and the front windows, have solar-ray deep-tinted glass. The Suburban comes standard with a leather-wrapped, tilt-wheel steering column and steering wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls.

The Suburban features a standard rear-view mirror with an eight-point compass, an outside temperature indicator, and an auto-dimming feature. All models excluding the LS feature a standard floor console, including storage, cup holders, and integrated second-row audio controls. An overhead console, including map lights, is standard on all models.

All models also feature a standard driver information center (DIC), which continuously monitors and reports on numerous vehicle functions such as fuel range, fuel used, trip odometer, and stopwatch functionality. All models come standard with two auxiliary 12-volt power outlets. The Suburban also comes equipped with electronic cruise control with telltale in the instrument panel cluster and turn-by-turn navigation. Standard on LT2, LT3, and LTZ and optional on LS and LT1 are power-adjustable pedals.

The LT2, LT3, and LTZ can be equipped with an optional rear-view camera system, designed to allow the driver to use the navigation screen to see obstacles that are located behind the vehicle. Located near the license plate, the camera is offered with the available ultrasonic rear parking assist, which notifies the driver of stationary obstacles up to 2.5 meters behind the vehicle while traveling in reverse at low speed. All models except the LS are offered with an optional tilt/sliding, power sunroof, with Express-Open and wind deflector.

The Suburban comes with a maximum cargo capacity of 137.4 cubic-feet, with the third row removed and second row folded. The half-ton models can handle a maximum payload of 1,657 pounds, whereas the three-quarter-ton models can handle up to 2,561 pounds. The Suburban can tow up to 9,700 pounds of cargo.

The Suburban also comes with loads of entertainment features to keep you amused on those long drives. The LS and LT1 come standard with an AM/FM stereo with a CD/MP3 player and an auxiliary audio input jack, seek-scan, an auto tone control, automatic volume, and a radio data system (RDS). In addition to these features, standard on LT2, LT3, and LTZ and optional on LS and LT1 is an AM/FM stereo with an in-dash six-disc CD/MP3 changer and TheftLock. The LS, LT1, and LT2 have an eight-speaker system, while the LT3 and LTZ come with a Bose speaker system, including a digital amplifier with six channels, custom signal processing, and nine custom-arranged speakers, including subwoofer. It is optional on LT1 and LT2. XM Satellite Radio, which offers more than 69 channels of commercial-free music in digital-quality sound, is standard on all models.

All models except the LS are also available with the option of an entertainment system, which includes a DVD player with remote overhead display, two sets of wireless headphones, auxiliary audio/video jacks, remote game plug-in, and a mute button in overhead console. The LT2, LT3, and LTZ are offered with the option of a navigation radio, which includes voice recognition, an AM/FM stereo, a touch-screen navigation radio with alternate CD/MP3 player functionality, seek-scan, auto tone control, and RDS.

The Suburban is steered by a power steering. However, the three-quarter-ton models have a recirculating ball steering, while the half-ton models come with a rack-and-pinion steering. All steering options are nimble, light, and hugely responsive.

All half-ton models excluding the LTZ ride on a Premium Smooth Ride suspension, which includes a front suspension that has a coil-over-shock design with a stabilizer bar and a rear suspension that follows a multilink design with coil springs. The three-quarter-ton models excluding LTZ come with a Heavy-Duty Ride/Handling suspension, which includes front independent design with torsion bars and rear multistage leaf springs. The LTZ is equipped with an Autoride suspension, which automatically varies the amount of shock damping rate on a continual 20-millisecond basis by monitoring road surface, speed, gas and brake pedals, steering angle, and wheel height conditions to maximize handling and comfort. Also, a rear self-leveling feature helps maintain the rear suspension level with the front during heavy trailering or fully loaded conditions.

The LT2 and LT3 are available with the option of a Z71 Off-Road suspension, which is designed for both on-road and off-road driving. This rugged suspension includes specially tuned 46 mm gas-charged shock absorbers and off-road rubber jounce bumpers that work in conjunction to help minimize large suspension inputs. When rear-wheel slippage is detected at lower speeds, the locking differential mechanism locks the rear axle, sending maximum drive power to both rear wheels.

The half-ton models feature four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, while all three-quarter-ton models excluding the LTZ come with four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes with hydro-boost. These brakes offer forceful stopping power to the wheels and bring the Suburban to a smooth, quick halt. Standard on LTZ and optional on the other models is an automatic locking rear differential, which evenly distributes power to both rear wheels in less-than-ideal traction conditions.

All half-ton models also come equipped with StabiliTrak, an electronic stability control system that is equipped with proactive roll avoidance. The StabiliTrak control module compares the steering input with the truck’s actual response and then, if necessary, makes small, individual brake applications to enhance control and keep the vehicle on track. It improves vehicle stability, particularly during emergency maneuvers.

With a ground clearance of 10.5 inches, the Suburban can take on uneven, rugged terrains quite easily.

All models of the Suburban come standard with three-point safety belts in all seating positions, except center of the first row in LS. The Suburban comes standard with dual-stage, frontal airbags for the driver and right-front passenger, including a passenger sensing system, which automatically switches the right-front passenger airbag on or off on the basis of the passenger's weight and the type of pressure on the seat. The LT3 and LTZ come standard with head-curtain side airbags for all rows, with rollover sensor, which are optional on the other models.

All models come standard with safety features such as a LATCH (Lower Anchors and Top tethers for Children) system for child safety seats, outboard head restraints in all rows, child security rear door locks, a remote keyless entry including power door locks, a transmitter-mounted panic button, and a content theft alarm, a PASSkey III theft-deterrent system, and an OnStar system with a one-year safe & sound plan. OnStar is an in-vehicle safety and security system created to help protect the occupants of a vehicle on the road. OnStar's innovative three-button system offers 24-hour access to expertly trained and caring advisors, a connection to emergency assistance, and access to OnStar hands-free calling.