2006 Chevrolet Suburban

US · SUV · Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD

The 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is listed in the US market as a suv. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: Varies by configuration: 5.3L 8-cylinder (FLEX-FUEL), 5.3L 8-cylinder, 6.0L 8-cylinder
Transmission: 4-speed automatic
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
Fuel: Varies by configuration: Flex fuel, Gasoline
Economy: 13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) combined

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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

5.3L 8-cylinder (FLEX-FUEL), 5.3L 8-cylinder, 6.0L 8-cylinder

Combined Economy

13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) combined

Drivetrain

RWD, AWD

Transmission

4-speed automatic

Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 5.3L 8-cylinder (FLEX-FUEL), 5.3L 8-cylinder, 6.0L 8-cylinder
Displacement	5.3 L to 6.0 L
Cylinders	8
Fuel type	Varies by configuration: Flex fuel, Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Automatic	EPA fueleconomy.gov
Gears	4
Drivetrain	Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	12 mpg (19.6 L/100 km) to 13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km)
Highway	16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

4 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 10, 2026.

05V552000: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
CERTAIN TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SHIPPED WITH TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABELS LISTING AN INACCCURATE VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT.
Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH CORRECTED LABELS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. AT THE CUSTOMER'S OPTION, A DEALER CAN INSTALL THE LABEL FOR THEM. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CADILLAC…
Reported December 7, 2005. View on NHTSA

Data sources

NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 16, 2026 · US Government public data
EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 8, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 8, 2026

Data verified: November 8, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2006 Chevrolet Suburban have?

Varies by configuration: 5.3L 8-cylinder (FLEX-FUEL), 5.3L 8-cylinder, 6.0L 8-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2006 Chevrolet Suburban?

Combined fuel economy is 13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2006 Chevrolet Suburban front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD.

Are there recalls for the 2006 Chevrolet Suburban?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 10, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.