In Chevrolet lineup, the Suburban nameplate dates back to1935, while the modern interpretation of the Suburban (four doors and nine-passenger seating) hit the road in 1973. The latest redesign in 2007 marked the first time the Suburban used a different design than its open-bed counterpart, the Silverado. Despite the increase in gasoline prices, Chevrolet still recognizes the need for such large family haulers. The convenience of a spacious, people friendly SUV with sufficient cargo and towing capabilities is practically irreplaceable. The Chevrolet Suburban comes with a five-year/100,000-mile powertrain and gets an estimated 17-20 mpg on the highway.