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Chevrolet Suburban 2003

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Chevrolet Suburban 2003

Une vraie légende de l'industrie

Par : Éric Descarries

Outre le gros Ford Excursion, le Chevrolet Suburban est l'un des plus grands utilitaires sport sur le marché. D'ailleurs, ce modèle existe depuis le milieu des années trente, ce qui en fait une véritable légende de l'industrie de l'automobile.

Carrosserie

On reconnaît très rapidement le Suburban, ne serait-ce que par ses dimensions extérieures. Évidemment, on voit très bien qu'il tire ses origines de la gamme des camionnettes de Chevrolet. Mais alors que la Silverado 2003 adoptent une allure qui s'inspire de l'Avalanche, le Suburban conserve sa calandre originale. Nous croyons que le devant de la Silverado lui sera greffé d'ici un certain temps. Le Suburban vient en deux modèles : le 1500 régulier et le 2500 plus robuste. Ce dernier roulera sur des pneus et des roues plus gros. Tous les Suburban sont des véhicules à quatre portes.

Mécanique

Comme la plupart des camionnettes de grand format de GM, les Suburban reposent sur un châssis rigide et sont mus par un V8 à culbuteurs. De base, le 1500 arrive avec le Vortec 5300 de 285 chevaux, alors que les 2500 profitent du Vortec 6000 de 320 chevaux. L'autre option demeure le puissant V8 8100 de 340 chevaux qui n'est livrable qu'avec le 2500. Il n'y a toujours pas de diesel en vue. La seule boîte de vitesses possible est une automatique à quatre rapports. Dans sa version régulière, le Suburban est une propulsion, mais beaucoup d'acheteurs opteront pour la motricité aux quatre roues sur demande (y compris la fonction automatique AutoTrac). Le freinage à quatre disques est appuyé de l'ABS et efficace, sans plus. Quant à la suspension, la version 1500 possède une suspension indépendante et des barres de torsion à l'avant; cependant, la version 2500 offre des ressorts pour la configuration à propulsion et des barres de torsion pour la 4 x 4. À l'arrière, le 1500 présente des bras avec des ressorts hélicoïdaux alors que le 2500 a des lames. Notons que le système de correction StabiliTrak peut être commandé sur le Suburban. La direction assistée peut, désormais, être livrée aux quatre roues (Quadrasteer) sur les 2500.

Habitacle

Si l'on s'arrête à l'intérieur, on constatera que le Suburban peut accepter jusqu'à neuf passagers, surtout dans la version commerciale. Il y a une foule de configurations possibles dans l'arrangement des sièges. De plus, cette année, il est possible de commander un ensemble de divertissement avec télé et lecteur DVD pour les passagers arrière. Évidemment, la dernière banquette n'est pas facile à atteindre, mais au moins, elle est confortable. Et il restera de l'espace pour les bagages des passagers. D'autre part, l'instrumentation y a été révisée, et le pédalier peut être commandé avec le réglage électrique.

Conclusion

Le Suburban n'est peut-être pas indiquée pour tout le monde, mais beaucoup d'acheteurs y verront les commodités mentionnées plus haut. Il ne faut surtout pas oublier son étonnante capacité de remorquage de plus de 5400 kilos (version 2500).

Forces

Grand espace intérieur

Direction aux quatre roues (optionnelle)

Grande capacité de remorquage

Faiblesses

Gabarit imposant en ville

Toujours pas de moteur diesel

Consommation notable

Deuxième avis : Amyot Bachand

Boulot dodo ? Oui, mais combien pratique et imposant ! Quand on le compare à son jumeau, le Yukon XL, on réalise que Chevrolet mise avant tout sur le côté utilitaire. Certes luxueux au besoin, il est plus discret. Son objectif consiste à faire son travail efficacement et simplement. Outre son freinage un peu laxiste, ce Chevrolet tient le haut du pavé sur la route en matière de confort et de performances. Son gabarit exige qu'on garde bien la droite sur les routes secondaires pour ne pas effrayer les autres conducteurs qui viennent en sens inverse. En ville, il se manœuvre facilement sauf au cours des manœuvres de marche arrière où, évidemment, la visibilité est restreinte en raison de sa taille.

Informations

Warranty Basic:
3 Years/60,000 km

Drivetrain:
3 Years/60,000 km

Corrosion:
6 Years/160,000 km

Roadside Assistance:
3 Years/60,000 km

Prix sommaire du véhicule

Description PDSF
Prix de base 50,475.00 $
Frais de transport 1,025.00 $
Prix total des options 0.00 $
Prix total avec les options 51,500.00 $
Prix total sans les options 51,500.00 $

Vehicle

Emissions
G/km Of CO2 Emissions N/A
Kg/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 20K km/year N/A
Vehicle
Rear Door Type Liftgate w/Wiper

Chassis

Weight Information
Standard Weight - Front 0 lbs
Standard Weight - Rear 0 lbs
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Front 3600 lbs
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Rear 4000 lbs
Curb Weight - Front 2908 lbs
Curb Weight - Rear 2578 lbs
Option Weight - Front 0.00 lbs
Option Weight - Rear 0.00 lbs
Reserve Axle Capacity - Front 692.00 lbs
Reserve Axle Capacity - Rear 1422.00 lbs
As Spec'd Curb Weight 5486.00 lbs
As Spec'd Payload 1714.00 lbs
Maximum Payload Capacity 1714.00 lbs
Gross Combined Wt Rating 13000 lbs
Gross Axle Weight Rating 7600.00 lbs
Curb Weight 5486.00 lbs
Reserve Axle Capacity 2114.00 lbs
Total Option Weight 0.00 lbs
Payload Weight Front 0 lbs
Payload Weight Rear 0 lbs
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 7200.00 lbs
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. 5000 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. 500 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. 7100 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. 710 lbs
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. N/A
Maximum Trailering Capacity N/A
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. N/A
Frame
Frame Type Ladder
Sect Modulus Rails Only N/A
Frame RBM N/A
Frame Strength N/A
Frame Thickness N/A
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front Indep Torsion Bar
Suspension Type - Rear 5-Link Coil
Spring Capacity - Front 3600 lbs
Spring Capacity - Rear 4000 lbs
Axle Type - Front Independent
Axle Type - Rear Semi-Floating
Axle Capacity - Front 3925 lbs
Axle Capacity - Rear 4000 lbs
Axle Ratio (:1) - Front 3.73
Axle Ratio (:1) - Rear 3.73
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front 46 mm
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear 46 mm
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front 1.18 in
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear 1.18 in
Tires
Front Tire Order Code QMJ
Rear Tire Order Code QMJ
Spare Tire Order Code QMJ
Front Tire Size P265/70R16
Rear Tire Size P265/70R16
Spare Tire Size P265/70R16
Front Tire Capacity N/A
Rear Tire Capacity N/A
Spare Tire Capacity N/A
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Front N/A
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Rear N/A
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Spare N/A
Wheels
Front Wheel Size 16 x 7 in
Rear Wheel Size 16 x 7 in
Spare Wheel Size 16 x 7 in
Front Wheel Material Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material Steel
Steering
Steering Type Pwr
Steering Ratio (:1), On Centre 15.8
Steering Ratio (:1), At Lock N/A
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb 43.0 ft
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall N/A
Brakes
Brake Type Power
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 12.0 x 1.14 in
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 13.0 x 1.18 in
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx 117 L
Fuel Tank Location Midship

Powertrain

Transmission
Drivetrain 4-Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code M30
Trans Type 4
Trans Description Cont. Automatic w/OD
First Gear Ratio (:1) 3.06
Second Gear Ratio (:1) 1.63
Third Gear Ratio (:1) 1.00
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.70
Reverse Ratio (:1) 2.29
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) N/A
Transfer Case Model New Venture Gear 246
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High 1.00
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low 2.72
Mileage
EnerGuide Estimate - City 17.7 L/100 km
EnerGuide Estimate - Hwy 12.3 L/100 km
Cruising Range - City 1553.98 mi
Cruising Range - Hwy 2236.21 mi
Estimated Battery Range N/A
Engine
Engine Order Code L59
Engine Type Gas V8
Displacement 5.3L/325
Fuel System SFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 285 @ 5200
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 325 @ 4000
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) 660
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) 145
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (3rd) N/A
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity 16.8 qts

Dimensions

Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity 8
Front Head Room 40.7 in
Front Leg Room 41.3 in
Front Shoulder Room 65.2 in
Front Hip Room 61.4 in
Second Head Room 39.0 in
Second Leg Room 39.1 in
Second Shoulder Room 65.1 in
Second Hip Room 61.3 in
Third Head Room 38.6 in
Third Leg Room 36.1 in
Third Shoulder Room 64.4 in
Third Hip Room 49.2 in
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase 130.0 in
Length, Overall w/rear bumper 219.3 in
Length, Overall N/A
Width, Max w/o mirrors 78.9 in
Height, Overall 75.4 in
Overhang, Front 37.0 in
Overhang, Rear w/o bumper N/A
Front Bumper to Back of Cab N/A
Cab to Axle N/A
Cab to End of Frame N/A
Ground to Top of Load Floor 31.0 in
Ground to Top of Frame N/A
Frame Width, Rear N/A
Ground Clearance, Front 9.8 in
Ground Clearance, Rear 8.4 in
Body Length 0.00 ft
Rear Door Opening Height N/A
Rear Door Opening Width N/A
Side Door Opening Height N/A
Side Door Opening Width N/A
Step Up Height - Front N/A
Step Up Height - Side N/A
Cab to Body N/A
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Console N/A
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 104.6 in
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 69.6 in
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 36.1 in
Cargo Box Width @ Top, Rear N/A
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline 49.2 in
Cargo Box Width @ Floor N/A
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings 49.1 in
Cargo Box (Area) Height 40.5 in
Tailgate Width N/A
Cargo Volume N/A
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 131.6 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 90.0 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3 45.7 ft³
Ext'd Cab Cargo Volume N/A

Exterior

Doors

MECHANICAL

  • 5.3L (325) SFI V8 (Vortec) engine
  • Engine block heater
  • 4-speed automatic transmission w/OD
  • Brake/transmission shift interlock
  • Autotrac transfer case-inc: auto 4WD, neutral & 2HI/4HI/4LO settings
  • Locking differential
  • 4-wheel drive
  • Premium Smooth Ride suspension pkg-inc: self-leveling
  • Independent torsion bar front suspension
  • 5-link coil spring rear suspension
  • Front & rear stabilizer bars
  • P265/70R16 all-season SBR BSW tires
  • 16" x 7" aluminum wheels
  • Steel spare wheel
  • Underbody-mounted full-size spare tire
  • Pwr steering
  • Pwr 4-wheel disc brakes
  • 4-wheel anti-lock braking system
  • 117 litre fuel tank
  • Mechanical jack & wheel wrench
  • Single 2-sided key

EXTERIOR

  • Roof rack side rails
  • Black front & rear bumpers w/chrome rub strips
  • Black body-side mouldings w/bright chrome insert
  • Black running boards
  • Black grille w/chrome accents
  • Composite halogen headlamps
  • Automatic light control
  • Rectangular fog lamps
  • Heated fold away pwr mirrors
  • Solar-Ray tinted glass
  • Deep tinted glass on all windows behind B-pillar
  • Intermittent windshield wipers w/demand-type washer system
  • Intermittent rear wiper w/washer
  • Rear liftgate w/lift glass

INTERIOR

  • Leather front & 2nd row seating surfaces w/vinyl 3rd row seat trim
  • High-back front bucket seats-inc: manual recliners, adjustable head restraints, dual inboard armrests, 6-way pwr driver seat, seatback stowage pockets
  • 2nd row 60/40 split folding bench seat w/centre armrest
  • 3rd row solid bench seat
  • Mini overhead console w/map lights & rear seat HVAC controls
  • Full floor carpeting
  • Front & 2nd row floor mats
  • Tilt steering column
  • Driver message centre monitors up to 32 vital vehicle functions
  • Gauges-inc: speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip odometer, voltmeter, fuel level, engine temp, oil pressure, engine hour meter
  • Key-in-ignition/headlamps-on warning buzzer
  • Flash-to-pass feature
  • Pwr windows w/driver-side express-down
  • Programmable pwr door locks w/lockout protection
  • Retained accessory pwr
  • Remote keyless entry-inc: illuminated entry, panic button, (2) transmitters
  • Speed control
  • Vehicle content theft alarm
  • Passlock security system
  • Steering column anti-theft locking feature
  • Manual tri-zone air conditioning-inc: front & rear HVAC systems/controls
  • Rear window defogger
  • 2nd row seat heater ducts
  • Auxiliary rear heater
  • ETR AM/FM stereo w/6-disc in-dash CD changer, auto tone control-inc: seek-scan, digital clock, random select, Radio Data System (RDS)
  • Bose premium speaker system w/noise compensated volume control
  • 2nd row audio controls & earphone jacks
  • 12-volt auxiliary pwr points
  • Soft vinyl door trim panels w/carpet-covered map pocket
  • Auto-dimming rearview mirror w/8-point compass, outside temp, front passenger airbag status
  • Front passenger/dual rear seat assist handles
  • Shale-coloured cloth headliner
  • Dual colour-keyed padded cloth sunshades
  • Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors
  • Lights-inc: dome lamp w/delayed entry, map/reading lights, underdash courtesy/ instrument cluster lamps
  • Coat hooks-inc: driver & passenger side, rear seat, cargo area
  • Concealed LH rear quarter panel storage compartment

SAFETY

  • 4-wheel anti-lock braking system
  • Driver & front passenger frontal airbags w/automatic suppression system
  • Child security rear door locks
  • Lower anchors & top tethers for children (LATCH)
  • Brake/transmission shift interlock
  • Side guard door beams
  • Dual note horn

AIR COND EXCISE TAX

FEDERAL AIR CONDITIONING EXCISE TAX ___ 100 $

BODY CODE

REAR LIFTGATE W/LIFT GLASS
  • inc: intermittent rear wiper w/washer (STD)
E52 0 $
REAR PANEL DOORS
  • *CREDIT*
ZW9 -200 $

SUSPENSION PKG

PREMIUM SMOOTH RIDE SUSPENSION PKG
  • inc: self-leveling (STD)
ZW7 0 $

GVWR

3266 kg (7200 lb) GVWR
  • (STD)
C5Z 0 $

ENGINE

5.3L (325) SFI V8 (VORTEC) ENGINE
  • (STD)
L59 0 $

TRANSMISSION

4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD
  • (STD)
M30 0 $

DIFFERENTIAL

LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL
  • (STD)
G80 0 $
NO LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL
  • (REQ: JL4 StabiliTrak)
___ 0 $

AXLE

3.73 AXLE RATIO GT4 0 $
4.10 AXLE RATIO GT5 0 $

PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP

1SB PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP
  • (REQ: SAU 2)
  • *NET*
1SB 3870 $

SELECT-A-UNIT

SELECT-A-UNIT (SAU) 2
  • (REQ: 1SB Preferred Equipment Group)
2 0 $

DECOR

LS DECOR
  • inc: *Contents listed in STD Equipment*
YE9 0 $

TIRES

P265/70R16 ALL-SEASON SBR BSW TIRES
  • (STD)
QMJ 0 $
P265/70R16 ALL-SEASON SBR WOL TIRES QMK 180 $

TRIM

LEATHER SEAT TRIM
  • *Leather on front & 2nd row seating surfaces only* (STD)
__2 0 $

SEAT

HIGH-BACK FRONT BUCKET SEATS
  • inc: manual recliners, adjustable head restraints, dual inboard armrests, 6-way pwr driver seat, seatback stowage pockets, floor console w/2nd row audio controls & earphone jacks (STD)
A95 0 $

SEAT ARRANGEMENT

2ND ROW 60/40 FOLDING BENCH SEAT
  • (STD)
___ 0 $
2ND ROW RECLINING BUCKET SEATS AL4 600 $

PAINT

SOLID PAINT
  • (STD)
ZY1 0 $

AIR CONDITIONING

TRI-ZONE MANUAL AIR CONDITIONING
  • (STD)
CJ3 0 $
ELECTRONIC TRI-ZONE CLIMATE CONTROL
  • inc: front & rear HVAC systems/controls
CJ2 265 $

RADIO

ETR AM/FM STEREO W/6-DISC IN-DASH CD CHANGER
  • inc: seek-scan, digital clock, auto tone control, random select, Radio Data System (RDS) (STD)
UC6 0 $
ETR AM/FM STEREO W/CD & CASSETTE
  • inc: seek-scan, digital clock, auto tone control, random select, auto-reverse, Radio Data System (RDS)
  • *CREDIT*
UB1 -265 $

SIDE MIRRORS

HEATED FOLD AWAY PWR MIRRORS
  • (STD)
DL8 0 $
COLOUR-KEYED PWR FOLD AWAY HEATED PWR MIRRORS
  • inc: electrochromic driver-side mirror, integrated turn signal indicators, side entry illumination (w/R6D Driver Convenience Pkg -inc: reverse down)
DL3 265 $
CAMPER-STYLE HEATED PWR MIRRORS
  • inc: pwr extending arms, turn signal indicators
  • (REQ: Z82 HD Trailering Equipment)
DPF 335 $

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS

CARGO PKG
  • inc: cargo mat, cargo net, cargo shade, roof rack cross bars
R6F 270 $
DRIVER CONVENIENCE PKG
  • inc: HomeLink universal transmitter, steering wheel mounted controls for audio & driver info centre, personalization feature w/alarm warning type, automatic locking & unlocking, perimeter lighting, remote lock & unlock feedback, headlamps on at exit, English/Metric display units (w/DL3 Mirrors-inc: reverse down curb view assist)
  • *NET*
R6D 315 $
PWR ADJUSTABLE BRAKE & ACCELERATOR PEDALS JF4 160 $
PERSONAL SECURITY PKG
  • inc: OnStar w/one year Safe & Sound plan, driver & right front passenger side-impact airbags, driver convenience pkg
R6S 1805 $
PRELIMINARY INVOICE Z31 0 $
REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM
  • inc: DVD player, 7" LCD overhead display, (2) sets of wireless infrared headphones, aux audio/ video jacks, remote game plug-in, mute button in overhead console
  • (REQ: CJ2 Electronic Climate Control) (N/A w/CF5 Sunroof)
U42 1560 $
SKID PLATES & WHEEL FLARES PKG
  • inc: front underbody shields protecting oil pan, front differential, transfer case
R6N 400 $
SMOKER'S PKG
  • inc: cigarette lighter & ash tray
DT4 30 $
STABILITRAK VEHICLE STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM
  • inc: threshold switch, Borg Warner 2-speed full-time open differential transfer case w/full-time AWD in "Auto" mode/4 low lock in "4LO" mode/neutral position for flat towing
  • (N/A w/G80 Locking Differential)
JL4 605 $
PWR SLIDING SUNROOF
  • inc: express open
  • (REQ: CJ2 Electronic Climate Control) (N/A w/U42 Rear Seat Entertainment System)
CF5 1405 $
FRONT TOW HOOKS V76 60 $
HD TRAILERING EQUIPMENT
  • inc: trailer hitch platform, 7-pin wiring connector, high-capacity air cleaner, HD trans oil cooler
Z82 430 $
TRACKING OPTION - A4A A4A 0 $
TRACKING OPTION - A4B A4B 0 $
TRACKING OPTION - A4C A4C 0 $
TRACKING OPTION - A4D A4D 0 $
TRACKING OPTION - A4E A4E 0 $
TRACKING OPTION - A4F A4F 0 $