2023 Chevrolet Suburban Specifications Overview

The 2023 Chevrolet Suburban is certified across 6 configurations with 3L Turbo-Diesel Engine, 5.3L 8-Cylinder Engine, 6.2L 8-Cylinder Engine powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive paired with Automatic 10-spd. EPA classified under the Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD / Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD size category.

Engine / Motors
3 Options
3L Turbo-Diesel Engine, 5.3L 8-Cylinder Engine...
Drivetrain Options
2 Drivetrains
Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
Transmissions
Automatic 10-spd
Automatic 10-spd
Vehicle Classification
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Official EPA regulatory class

Certified Powertrain & Transmission Configurations (6)

Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation

Configuration / Model Engine & Displacement Cylinders Induction / Tech Transmission Drivetrain Fuel System
Suburban 2WD Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD 3L Turbo-Diesel Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 10-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Diesel
Suburban 4WD Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 3L Turbo-Diesel Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 10-spd 4-Wheel Drive Diesel
Suburban 2WD Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD 5.3L 8-Cylinder Engine 8 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 10-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Regular
Suburban 2WD Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD 6.2L 8-Cylinder Engine 8 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 10-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Premium
Suburban 4WD Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 6.2L 8-Cylinder Engine 8 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 10-spd 4-Wheel Drive Premium
Suburban 4WD Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 5.3L 8-Cylinder Engine 8 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 10-spd 4-Wheel Drive Regular
EPA Certification Standards: Powertrain and transmission specifications represent official laboratory configuration records filed under 40 CFR Part 600. For detailed fuel economy ratings, electric range, and annual fuel costs, explore the 2023 Chevrolet Suburban MPG & Range Report.

Regulatory Classification & Safety Architecture

Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities

EPA Regulatory Size Class

  • Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
  • Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

NHTSA NCAP Body Formats

  • 2023 Chevrolet Suburban SUV 2WD
  • 2023 Chevrolet Suburban SUV 4WD

Active Safety Technology

Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.

Official US Government Data Provenance

Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries.

Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.