1993 Chevrolet Suburban Specifications

The 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is a sport utility vehicle (SUV) that, in 1992, moved to the platform of full-sized General Motors vehicles. Towing capacity and cargo space increased, as did wheelbase and window area. While there were few changes in the 1993 model year, the truck was available in a variety of configurations.

Model and Production

  • Many changes to the Chevrolet Suburban took place during the 1992 model year, including an increase in cargo space and wheelbase size. Not many additional changes were made for the 1993 model year. The changes included an electronic control for the automatic transmission and the addition of a second-gear start feature to the transmission to increase traction on slippery surfaces.

Trim Levels

  • Chevrolet's 1993 Suburban has four trim levels. The C1500, K1500, C2500 and K2500 all have four doors. The 1500 series trucks are half-ton models, while the 2500 series trucks are three-quarter ton vehicles. The C1500 and C2500 are two-wheel-drive models, and the K1500 and K2500 are four-wheel-drive options.

Engine

  • There are two standard engines available in the 1993 Chevy Suburban: a 5.7-liter, V8 engine with 210 horsepower and a 5.7-liter, V8 engine with 190 horsepower. A 7.4-liter, V8 engine with 230 horsepower was available as an option. The Suburban used an injection fuel system.

Dimensions

  • All models of the 1993 Chevrolet Suburban are 219.5 inches long, 68.8 inches high and 77 inches wide. The SUV had a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 8,600 pounds on a 131.5-inch wheelbase.

Other Specs

  • The 1993 Chevrolet Suburban has a fuel tank capacity of 42 gallons. The average fuel economy is 12 to 13 miles per gallon in the city and 16 to 17 mpg on the highway. The only available transmission is an automatic four-speed with overdrive. Additionally, all 1993 Suburbans are equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS).