2018 Chevrolet Suburban Premier

The Suburban is Chevrolet's full-size SUV, the one with three rows and a proper truck frame underneath. It drives like a big truck, with a commanding view and a ride that's smooth on the highway but can feel jittery over rough pavement. Inside, you get a huge cabin with seating for up to nine, and the rear seats fold flat for serious cargo space. Owners generally report good reliability, though a few mention issues like freezing screens and temperamental electronics. The Premier sits above the LS and LT trims, adding leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats, and a power liftgate as standard. Under the hood is a 5.3L V8 making 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque, paired with a six-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive, returning 19 mpg combined. The Premier can be ordered with Chevrolet's Magnetic Ride Control, which firms up the suspension to reduce body roll when you're towing.