2014 Chevrolet Suburban LTZ

This is Chevrolet's full-size SUV, the one that seats up to nine and tows a boat without breaking a sweat. It drives big and heavy, but the steering is direct enough that you always know where the corners are. The ride is smooth and quiet on the highway, though you'll feel every bump in town because of the solid rear axle. Owners love the huge cargo area behind the third row and the fact that those seats fold flat or come out entirely. The LTZ is the top trim of the Suburban lineup, sitting above the LS and LT with extra luxury features like leather upholstery and heated seats. Its 5.3L I8 makes 320 horsepower and 335 lb-ft of torque, routed through a six-speed automatic and four-wheel drive that gives you traction in snow or mud, though fuel economy is 17 mpg combined.