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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 8 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | SUV |
| Base Price | $71,836–$88,896 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2020 Chevrolet Suburban SL is a suv that earns a Carivo score of 7.1/10 — rated Good. Its strongest dimension is Safety at 8.4/10, while Value at 6.2/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a capable but unexceptional suv — stronger alternatives exist if you're willing to shop the segment carefully.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. The reliability picture is solid rather than spectacular: 7.3/10, which puts it comfortably above the class median. Safety lands at 8.4/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Performance at 6.7/10 is a genuine liability and a score that should factor heavily into any buying decision. The powertrain and chassis dynamics trail class rivals by a meaningful margin — don't overlook it. At 7.0/10 for technology, the infotainment and driver-assist package does its job without setting benchmarks — check which features cost extra on lower trims.
Priced from $71,836–$88,896, 14 MPG, seating 8, the Chevrolet Suburban SL sits in the luxury tier of the suv market. The value score of 6.2/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 6 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Verdict: The 2020 Chevrolet Suburban SL sits in the middle of the field. Until its performance and value scores improve, stronger options exist at this price. Worth a look if it fits a specific need; otherwise use our compare tool against the segment leaders first.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2020 Chevrolet Suburban SL ranks #1814 of 2454 suvs in the Carivo database — better than 26% of the segment. Its 7.1/10 overall score is 0.3 points below the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $71,836 starting price is about 99% above the segment's median of $36,079.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full SUV ranking →
Smart-money pick: the 2017 Chevrolet Suburban SL scores 7.0/10 — within striking distance of the 2020's 7.1 — and starts roughly $7,500 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7.3/10 | $84,081 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 7.4/10 | $81,633 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.3/10 | $79,184 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.2/10 | $76,735 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.2/10 | $74,285 | Read review → |
| 2020 (this review) | 7.1/10 | $71,836 | |
| 2019 | 7.1/10 | $69,387 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 7.0/10 | $66,938 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 7.0/10 | $64,490 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 6.9/10 | $62,041 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 6.8/10 | $59,592 | Read review → |
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