Suburban
The original full-size SUV — three rows, V8 muscle, built for UAE families · 8 seats
REPRESENTATIVE PHOTOLee Salem / PexelsOur verdict
7.4 / 10The Suburban is the quintessential American family hauler — vast three-row space, proper V8 torque and solid 3,765 kg towing in a package that starts below AED 220k. It lacks the ride sophistication of a Land Cruiser and drinks fuel, but nothing else at this price gives you this much usable space.
Who it's for — Large families needing genuine eight-seat capacity, those who tow boats or trailers, and buyers who want V8 presence at a price well below the Land Cruiser 300.
PROS
- +Enormous interior with true eight-seat comfort
- +3,765 kg towing capacity — class-leading at this price point
- +Starts from AED 215,100 — outstanding value for the size
- +Widespread Al Ghandi and Bin Hamoodah service network across UAE
- +V8 sound and effortless low-end torque
CONS
- –Fuel consumption around 15-16 L/100km in UAE conditions
- –Lacks air suspension for self-levelling under load
- –Resale values trail Toyota and Lexus full-size alternatives
- –Wide body (2,057 mm) makes city parking challenging
Specifications
POWERTRAIN & PERFORMANCE
DIMENSIONS & CAPACITY
Features
SAFETY & ADAS
10 airbags including front, side, curtain and knee airbags
Forward collision alert with pedestrian detection and low-speed automatic braking
Digital rear-view mirror using rear-mounted camera feed
Lane departure warning with active lane keep assist
Side blind zone alert with rear cross-traffic alert
Adaptive cruise with stop-and-go and steering assist
Front and rear parking sensors with 360-degree camera
Rear pedestrian braking assist
Teen Driver report card and configurable speed limiter
COMFORT
Dual-zone automatic climate control with rear controls
Tri-zone climate control with individual rear-row vents
10-way power heated driver and front passenger seats
Ventilated front seats
Power one-touch fold flat for third-row seats
Active cooling console storage compartment
Automatic deployable side steps
Power dual-pane panoramic sunroof
Continuously variable real-time suspension damping
Hands-free power liftgate
Perforated leather-appointed seat surfaces
INFOTAINMENT
13.4-inch diagonal colour touchscreen (Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Plus)
8-inch customisable digital instrument cluster
Head-up display
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Bose 8-speaker premium audio system
15W wireless phone charging pad
Built-in 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot for up to 7 devices
Dual 12.6-inch rear entertainment screens with HDMI
Built-in navigation with real-time traffic
Trim ladder
| PRICE | AED 215,100 | AED 232,900 | AED 270,000 | AED 310,000 | AED 350,000 |
| POWER | 355 hp | 355 hp | 355 hp | 355 hp | 355 hp |
| 0–100 KM/H | 7.8 s | 8 s | 8 s | 8 s | 7.9 s |
| FUEL | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol |
| ECONOMY | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| DRIVE | RWD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
Chevrolet
Simple big engines are durable; interior quality and small-car resale are weaker spots.
Affordable American muscle and space — the Tahoe, Silverado and Corvette do the heavy lifting.
In the UAE — Popular for value V8 space; resale is middling outside the trucks.
Where to get it
Official listings are GCC spec. Grey-market imports may be other specs (US, Chinese, Japan) — always confirm the spec, as it affects warranty, A/C cooling and resale.
BUY FROM
RENT FROM
Availability varies; large SUV category
https://www.budgetuae.com ↗Warranty — 3 years / 100,000 km · Prices and trim availability subject to change; contact dealer for latest offers. Diesel engine (3.0L Duramax) may not be offered in GCC spec.
Frequently asked
How much does the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban cost in the UAE?+
The Chevrolet Suburban ranges from AED 215,100 (Suburban LS) to AED 350,000 for the top trim in the UAE, GCC spec.
Is the Chevrolet Suburban worth buying?+
Caralog rates the Chevrolet Suburban 7.4/10. The Suburban is the quintessential American family hauler — vast three-row space, proper V8 torque and solid 3,765 kg towing in a package that starts below AED 220k. It lacks the ride sophistication of a Land Cruiser and drinks fuel, but nothing else at this price gives you this much usable space.
Who should buy the Chevrolet Suburban?+
Large families needing genuine eight-seat capacity, those who tow boats or trailers, and buyers who want V8 presence at a price well below the Land Cruiser 300.
What are the pros and cons of the Chevrolet Suburban?+
Pros: Enormous interior with true eight-seat comfort; 3,765 kg towing capacity — class-leading at this price point; Starts from AED 215,100 — outstanding value for the size; Widespread Al Ghandi and Bin Hamoodah service network across UAE; V8 sound and effortless low-end torque. Cons: Fuel consumption around 15-16 L/100km in UAE conditions; Lacks air suspension for self-levelling under load; Resale values trail Toyota and Lexus full-size alternatives; Wide body (2,057 mm) makes city parking challenging.
Is the Chevrolet Suburban reliable, and does it hold its value?+
Chevrolet has average reliability and average resale in the UAE. Simple big engines are durable; interior quality and small-car resale are weaker spots.
How fast is the Chevrolet Suburban?+
The Chevrolet Suburban makes 355 hp and does 0–100 km/h in 7.8s (top speed 180 km/h).
What is the fuel economy of the Chevrolet Suburban?+
The Chevrolet Suburban returns about 14.7 L/100km combined.
How many seats does the Chevrolet Suburban have?+
The Chevrolet Suburban seats 8, with 680 litres of boot space.
Where can I buy the Chevrolet Suburban in the UAE?+
Available from Al Ghandi Auto, Bin Hamoodah Automotive. 3 years / 100,000 km warranty.
What are the alternatives to the Chevrolet Suburban?+
Cross-shop the Toyota Land Cruiser 300, Ford Expedition, Nissan Patrol, GMC Yukon XL, Infiniti QX80.