Friend of the site Connie Peters has a video review of the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban High Country for your perusal.
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Transcript:
Alright, we’re looking at the top-spec 2025 Chevy Suburban, which has received a refresh this year. That includes updated exterior styling at the front and rear, along with new technology inside.
This is the High Country trim with four-wheel drive, though a two-wheel-drive version is available. There are multiple trims and three engine options overall—two gas engines and a diesel. This particular model is powered by the 6.2-liter V8.
The exterior color is Dark Ash Metallic, which costs about $500 in Canada, but is included on the High Country in the U.S. It’s also equipped with optional 24-inch wheels and power running boards. This example is nearly fully loaded, though it’s missing Super Cruise, which is a bit surprising.
As for styling, the updates front and rear give it a more modern look. Comparing it to the GMC Yukon, I personally lean toward the Yukon—I used to own a Yukon XL, which is essentially the same size as the Suburban. That said, both are classic full-size family SUVs.
Driving Impressions
Let’s go for a drive.
The Suburban is very comfortable. This one has the optional air ride suspension, which helps smooth things out. The 6.2-liter V8 produces 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission.
This model also has the Max Trailering Package, allowing it to tow up to 8,200 pounds. It’s a four-wheel-drive model, though lower trims can be had with two-wheel drive.
From behind the wheel, it’s easy to get comfortable. I’m 5’1″, and in many large vehicles, finding the right driving position can be a challenge, but not here. The seats are comfortable—fairly flat and not overly contoured, but that suits the vehicle’s purpose. It’s not meant to be sporty.
Cabin noise is reasonable. It’s not luxury-car quiet, but it’s far from loud or intrusive. Overall, it’s well-suited for long drives.
I’ve taken a similar vehicle—a Yukon Denali—on a family road trip from Vancouver to San Diego and back, and it proved to be an excellent road trip vehicle for a family of five. These SUVs really shine in that role.
Interior and Cargo
The Suburban’s size hasn’t changed for 2025—it’s still massive. With the third row folded down, there’s a huge amount of cargo space. You can power-fold both the second and third rows from the rear, and even with the third row up, there’s still plenty of room.
There’s also a 120-volt outlet in the cargo area, which is useful.
Inside, the big update is the new infotainment system. There’s a large touchscreen with Google built-in, along with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The driver display is now fully digital, and there’s also a head-up display—though in this case, it’s difficult to position properly, as it sits too low in my field of view.
You still get physical controls for climate, along with touchscreen access, which offers some flexibility. Other highlights include:
Heated and ventilated front seats
Wireless charging pad
USB-A and USB-C ports
A large center console for storage
Bose audio system
360-degree camera system
The cupholders are a bit on the small side—my travel mug was a tight fit.
Material quality is solid, with mocha leather and wood trim throughout the cabin, along with High Country badging.
Controls and Features
The gear selector is mounted on the column, which frees up space in the center console and works well. Like other GM products, there are controls behind the steering wheel for volume and track skipping.
One helpful feature: when shifting into drive, the front camera view automatically appears, making it easier to maneuver in tight spaces—useful given the Suburban’s size.
There’s also a digital rearview mirror, though it feels small relative to the size of the vehicle.
One notable omission here is Super Cruise. At this price point, it feels like something that should be included, especially since it’s available on other Suburban models.
Second and Third Row
The second row in this configuration features captain’s chairs, bringing total seating capacity to seven. A bench seat is available, which increases capacity to eight.
Rear passengers get:
Heated seats
Rear climate controls
USB-C ports and HDMI inputs
Optional rear entertainment screens
There’s also a large panoramic sunroof.
Accessing the third row could be easier. The seats don’t slide forward as smoothly as some competitors, making entry a bit awkward. That said, once you’re back there, space is impressive—even for adults.
There are cupholders, vents, and USB-C ports in the third row, though there are no LATCH anchors for child seats back there.
Pricing and Final Thoughts
Pricing starts around $84,000 CAD (roughly $62,000 USD) for a base model. This High Country, with options like air suspension and 24-inch wheels, comes in at about $123,000 CAD (around $95,000 USD).
At that price, the lack of Super Cruise stands out. It’s a feature that would make a big difference for long-distance driving.
Overall, the updates for 2025 are solid. The styling is more modern, the tech is improved, and the Suburban remains a highly capable full-size SUV for families. It’s spacious, comfortable, and well-suited to road trips.
If you’re cross-shopping, the GMC Yukon XL is an obvious alternative with similar capabilities but slightly different styling and positioning.
Let me know what you think—would you go with the Suburban High Country, or choose something else in this segment?
