2021 Chevrolet Suburban 4WD High Country

The Chevrolet Suburban is a marque that’s been around seemingly forever. It debuted in 1935 and, more than 8 decades later, this full-size SUV remains an automotive classic. That said, by any measure it’s a bit of a dinosaur as well, with its gargantuan dimensions, pickup-truckbased construction, and thirsty powertrains. But the all-new 12th-generation, which debuted in 2021, has evolved, getting an independent rear suspension, which provides a more supple ride quality, plus added room for rear-seat passengers, especially those in the third row. Under the hood, our test truck was equipped with the available 6.2-liter gasoline-powered V8, which provides both a hefty 8,300-pound towing capacity and dismal fuel economy. Buyers looking to do a lot of driving or towing would do well to check out the new and notably more fuel-efficient 3.0-liter turbodiesel inline 6-cylinder option, which puts out 277 hp and gets 23 mpg in combined driving rear-wheel drive. Our top-of-the line tester came with a long list of high-tech features, including an optional rear-seat entertainment system with huge 12.6-inch dual screens and a 360-degree surround-view monitor—a welcome addition when trying to maneuver this beast in tight quarters. Unfortunately, most advanced safety features are optional.