1996 GMC Suburban SLT review from North America
"It's a great looking truck with the ability to carry 8 people or a big load"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The front brake rotors warped and were replaced at about 50000 miles.
Outer lower front seat leather sections replaced at about 30000 miles.
General comments?
The truck is a 2500 4X4 SLT used to tow a 9400 lb Travel Trailer. GM rates the combined towing weight as 15000 lb, but we are 15600 according to scales. Truck tows the load very readily, but consumes gas at about 7-8 miles per gal. Mileage empty highway is 15 and around town 12. Due to heavy weight, I run the rear tires at 80 psi for towing (hard ride when unloaded). Run 50 psi at all other times. Braking would be better with 4 wheel disc brakes.
Installed K&N Air Filter and Flowmaster muffler with twin pipes. Combination did add some power to truck.
Added polished Aluminum wheels rated at 2500 lb per wheel. Makes a great looking truck.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 7.4L Vortec Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 19000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 63000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Suburban |
| Date of Entry | 8th July, 2004 |