Premier 4WD
What the Premier adds over the LS
| Spec | LS | Premier |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 5616 lbs | 5824 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 5616 lbs | 5824 lbs |
| MPG (city) | 15 mpg | 14 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 20 mpg | 19 mpg |
| Payload capacity | 1750 lbs | 1759 lbs |
| Tire size | P265/65R18 | P275/60R20 |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 21.1 ft | 21.6 ft |
| Wheel diameter | 18 in | 20 in |
| Wheel width | 8.5 in | 9 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 22 x 9-in. cast aluminum wheels, HD Surround Vision, P285/50R22 all-season tires, Rear Pedestrian Alert, Safety Alert Seat
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 343 mm |
| Front brake type | Vented disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 345 mm |
| Rear brake type | Vented disc |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 144.7 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 93.8 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 3rd row | 41.5 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 8 in |
| Overall height | 75.7 in |
| Overall length | 225.7 in |
| Overall width | 81.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 134.1 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 8 |
| Engine displacement | 5300 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 5.3L V-8 VVT DI with Dynamic Fuel Management and Stop/Start |
| Valve configuration | Overhead valve, two valves per cylinder, variable valve timing |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 355 hp |
| Torque | 383 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 14 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 19 mpg |
Fuel System
| Fuel tank capacity | 28 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 42.3 in |
| Second-row headroom | 38.9 in |
| Third-row headroom | 38.2 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 44.5 in |
| Second-row legroom | 42 in |
| Third-row legroom | 36.7 in |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 66 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 64.8 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 62.8 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 21.6 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Independent coil-over-shocks and stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Independent multi-link with coil-over shocks and stabilizer bar |
Tires
| Tire size | P275/60R20 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.2 |
| Transmission speeds | 10 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 5824 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 5824 lbs |
| Payload capacity | 1759 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 20 in |
| Wheel material | Cast aluminum |
| Wheel width | 9 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety18 std · 3 opt
- Front Pedestrian Braking (part of Chevy Safety Assist)
- Forward Collision Alert (part of Chevy Safety Assist)
- HD Surround Vision
- Frontal airbags for driver and front outboard passenger
- Head-curtain airbags for all rows in outboard seating positions
- Lane Departure Warning (part of Chevy Safety Assist)
- Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning (part of Chevy Safety Assist)
- Seat-mounted side-impact airbags for driver and front outboard passenger; driver inboard seat-mounted airbag (bucket seats only)
- Automatic Emergency Braking (part of Chevy Safety Assist)
- Following Distance Indicator (part of Chevy Safety Assist)
- Four-wheel disc with ABS
- Front and Rear Park Assist
- HD Rear Vision Camera
- IntelliBeam auto high beams (part of Chevy Safety Assist)
- Passenger Sensing System
- Rear Pedestrian Alert
- Safety Alert Seat
- Adaptive Cruise Control optional
- Rear Camera Mirror optional
- Reverse Automatic Braking optional
- Tire Pressure Monitor System with tire fill alert
Infotainment0 std · 1 opt
- Head-Up Display optional
Exterior2 std · 1 opt
- 22 x 9-in. cast aluminum wheels
- P285/50R22 all-season tires
- 20 x 9-in. cast aluminum wheels optional
Powertrain3 std · 0 opt
- Dynamic Fuel Management (AFM)
- Hydra-Matic 10-speed automatic transmission
- Stop/Start technology
Chassis4 std · 0 opt
- Duralife vented front and rear disc brake rotors
- Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering
- Independent front coil-over-shock suspension with stabilizer bar
- Independent multi-link rear suspension with coil-over shocks and stabilizer bar
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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2022 Suburban. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the Premier
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhat does the 2022 Chevrolet Suburban Premier add over the LS?
Against the LS, 5 features become standard that the LS does not and 9 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.