Marketed trim
2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71
The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71 is trim 4 of 6 in a lineup of 6 trims. Its documented equipment centers on Four-wheel drive with two-speed transfer case standard, Unique front fascia for improved approach angle, Hill descent control standard. Yes. Chevrolet lists Four-wheel drive with two-speed transfer case standard as standard equipment on the Z71. Yes. Chevrolet lists Unique front fascia for improved approach angle as standard equipment on the Z71. Yes. Chevrolet lists Hill descent control standard as standard equipment on the Z71. The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71's maximum towing capacity is 8,000 lb. The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71's curb weight is 5,873 lb.
Documented equipment
What sets this trim apart.
| # | Equipment item |
|---|---|
| 01 | Four-wheel drive with two-speed transfer case standard |
| 02 | Unique front fascia for improved approach angle |
| 03 | Hill descent control standard |
Cost to own
What five years with the Z71 costs.
Kelley Blue Book puts the five-year cost to own for the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71 at $92,975: $43,374 of depreciation and $49,601 in out-of-pocket costs, leaving a residual value of $30,821.
| Five-year cost | This trim | Across the 2025 Suburban trims KBB lists |
|---|---|---|
| Five-year cost to own | $92,975 | $84,592 to $101,247 |
| Depreciation | $43,374 | $38,216 to $50,754 |
| Fuel | $17,642 | $16,576 to $17,642 |
| Insurance | $11,680 | $11,330 to $11,680 |
| Financing | $8,831 | $7,647 to $9,991 |
| State fees | $4,673 | $4,108 to $5,227 |
| Maintenance | $4,768 | $4,739 to $4,768 |
| Repairs | $2,007 | $1,947 to $2,007 |
Standard equipment Kelley Blue Book lists for the Z71
Alarm SystemBluetooth Streaming AudioBluetooth Wireless TechnologyClimate Control Air ConditioningCruise ControlDual Power Front SeatsFolding Rear SeatHands Free PhoneHeated Rear SeatsHeated SeatsHeated Steering WheelIntegrated Garage Door OpenerInternet AccessLeather SeatsLeather-Wrapped Steering WheelPower Driver's SeatPower Folding Third Row SeatPower OutletPower WindowsPremium RadioPush-Button Engine StartRear Window DefrosterRemote Engine StartRemote Keyless EntrySatellite RadioSmartphone InterfaceSteering Wheel ControlsThird Row SeatTilt Steering WheelTilt/Telescoping Steering WheelUSB PortVoice Recognition System
6 items are standard on the Z71 that the LS does not list: Heated Rear Seats, Heated Seats, Heated Steering Wheel, Leather Seats, Power Folding Third Row Seat, Premium Radio.
Trim-specific answer desk
36 answers for the Z71.
T01What is the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71?
The Z71 is one of the 6 trims on the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban, level 4 counting up from the entry trim.
T02What comes standard on the Suburban Z71?
The Chevrolet materials for the Z71 list Four-wheel drive with two-speed transfer case standard, Unique front fascia for improved approach angle, Hill descent control standard.
T03Where does the Z71 sit in the Suburban lineup?
The 2025 Suburban Z71 is trim 4 of 6, between the RST and the Premier.
T04Does the Suburban Z71 come with Four-wheel drive with two-speed transfer case standard?
Yes. Chevrolet lists Four-wheel drive with two-speed transfer case standard as standard equipment on the Z71.
T05Does the Suburban Z71 come with Unique front fascia for improved approach angle?
Yes. Chevrolet lists Unique front fascia for improved approach angle as standard equipment on the Z71.
T06Does the Suburban Z71 come with Hill descent control standard?
Yes. Chevrolet lists Hill descent control standard as standard equipment on the Z71.
T07How much can the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71 tow?
The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71's maximum towing capacity is 8,000 lb. That matches the LS. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T08How much does the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71 weigh?
The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71's curb weight is 5,873 lb. That matches the LS. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T09How big is the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71's fuel tank?
The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71's fuel tank capacity is 28 gallons. That matches the LS. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T10How long is the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71?
The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71's overall length is 226.3 inches. That matches the LS. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T11How tall is the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71?
The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71's overall height is 76.1 inches. That is 0.4 inches more than the LS's 75.7 inches. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T12What is the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71's wheelbase?
The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71's wheelbase is 134.1 inches. That matches the LS. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T13What is the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71's turning circle?
The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71's turning circle is 43.3 feet. That is 1.8 feet more than the LS's 41.5 feet. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T14What is the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71's GVWR?
The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71's gross vehicle weight rating (curb weight plus payload capacity) is 7,632 lb. That matches the LS. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T15What is the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71's payload capacity?
The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71's payload capacity is 1,759 lb. That matches the LS. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T16How much horsepower does the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71 make?
The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71's horsepower is 355 hp. That matches the LS. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T17How much torque does the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71 make?
The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71's torque is 383 lb-ft. That matches the LS. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T18How much front headroom does the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71 have?
The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71's front headroom is 42.3 inches. That matches the LS. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T19How much front legroom does the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71 have?
The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71's front legroom is 44.5 inches. That matches the LS. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T20What size wheels does the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71 have?
The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71's wheel diameter is 20 inches. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T21What size tires does the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71 come with?
The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71 is fitted with P275/60R20 tires. The LS is fitted with P265/65R18SL. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T22How many people does the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71 seat?
The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71 seats 8. That is 1 seat less than the LS's 9 seats. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T23What drivetrain does the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71 have?
The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71 is four-wheel drive. The LS uses the same layout. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T24What safety features come standard on the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71?
The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71 comes with an anti-theft alarm, blind-spot alert, child door locks, child-seat anchors, forward collision warning, hill-descent control, hill-start assist, pedestrian detection, electronic stability control, a surround-view camera and traction control as standard safety equipment. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T25What technology features come standard on the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71?
The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71 comes with Bluetooth audio streaming, Bluetooth, hands-free calling, built-in internet access, parental (teen-driver) controls, Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, steering-wheel audio controls and voice recognition as standard technology equipment. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T26What comfort features come standard on the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71?
The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71 comes with cup holders, power front seats for driver and passenger, a folding rear seat, front and rear climate zones, heated front seats, heated mirrors, leather seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a power driver's seat, a third-row seat, a tilt steering wheel and a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel as standard comfort equipment. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T27What exterior and convenience features come standard on the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71?
The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71 comes with alloy wheels, cruise control, fog lights, an integrated garage-door opener, a limited-slip differential, a power liftgate or trunk, a 12-volt power outlet, power windows, privacy glass, push-button start, rain-sensing wipers, a rear-window defroster, remote engine start, remote keyless entry and roof rails as standard exterior and convenience equipment. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T28What options can be added to the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71?
KBB lists heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, a panoramic moonroof, power-folding mirrors, a power-folding third-row seat, a premium audio system, a rearview camera and satellite radio as optional on the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T29Which standard features does the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71 add over the LS?
Over the LS, the Z71 adds fog lights, heated front seats, hill-descent control, an integrated garage-door opener, leather seats and a power liftgate or trunk as standard equipment. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T30How much does a 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71 cost?
$72,000 is the starting manufacturer's suggested retail price for the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71, as published by Chevrolet and read 2026-09-10. It excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
T31What is the price difference between the Suburban Z71 and the RST?
$2,000. Chevrolet lists the Z71 at $72,000 against $70,000 for the RST.
T32Which 2025 Chevrolet Suburban trims come with Four-wheel drive with two-speed transfer case standard?
1 of the 3 Suburban trims list Four-wheel drive with two-speed transfer case standard: Z71. The other 2, LS, High Country, do not list it.
T33Which 2025 Chevrolet Suburban trims come with Unique front fascia for improved approach angle?
1 of the 3 Suburban trims list Unique front fascia for improved approach angle: Z71. The other 2, LS, High Country, do not list it.
T34Which 2025 Chevrolet Suburban trims come with Hill descent control standard?
1 of the 3 Suburban trims list Hill descent control standard: Z71. The other 2, LS, High Country, do not list it.
T35What does the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71 add over the LS?
Compared with the LS directly below it, the Z71 is documented with Four-wheel drive with two-speed transfer case standard, Unique front fascia for improved approach angle, Hill descent control standard.
T36What equipment is exclusive to the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71?
Of the equipment documented for the Z71, Four-wheel drive with two-speed transfer case standard, Unique front fascia for improved approach angle, Hill descent control standard appear on no other 2025 Suburban trim.
Rest of the lineup
Compare the Z71 with the other 2025 Suburban trims.
This trim in figures
The 2025 Suburban Z71: specifications and equipment.
Kelley Blue Book lists the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71 at a $74,195 base price, with 5.3-liter V8 (EcoTec3, DFM) making 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque, automatic, 10-spd w/overdrive transmission with 4WD drive.
It is 226.3 in long, 134.1 in wheelbase, 5,873 lb curb weight, and seats 8.
Capability figures listed for it: 144.5 cubic feet of cargo space, a 8,000 lb tow rating, a 1,759 lb payload.
EPA ratings for this row: 16 mpg combined, 14 city, 19 highway.
It rides on P275/60R20 tires and carries a 3-year, 36,000-mile basic warranty.
Compared with the RST, the Z71 adds hill descent control as standard equipment.
Available as options: heated rear seats, heated steering wheel, panorama moon roof, power folding exterior mirrors, power folding third row seat, premium radio, rear view camera, satellite radio.
Model-year lineup
Every 2025 Suburban row Kelley Blue Book lists.
Kelley Blue Book lists 6 2025 Chevrolet Suburban rows, priced from $64,195 to $83,895, with 355 to 420 horsepower, and 16 to 16 combined mpg. The Z71 is one of them.
| Trim | Base price | Engine | Horsepower | Drive | Combined mpg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS | $64,195 | 5.3-liter V8 (EcoTec3, DFM) | 355 | 4WD | 16 |
| LT | $67,195 | 5.3-liter V8 (EcoTec3, DFM) | 355 | 4WD | 16 |
| RST | $72,195 | 5.3-liter V8 (EcoTec3, DFM) | 355 | 4WD | 16 |
| Z71 (this page) | $74,195 | 5.3-liter V8 (EcoTec3, DFM) | 355 | 4WD | 16 |
| Premier | $78,795 | 5.3-liter V8 (EcoTec3, DFM) | 355 | 4WD | 16 |
| High Country | $83,895 | 6.2-liter V8 (EcoTec3, DFM) | 420 | 4WD | 16 |
Generation history, the NHTSA safety record and background on the Chevrolet Suburban are on the Chevrolet Suburban model page.
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