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BMW X5 vs Chevrolet Suburban 3500 HD

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2016 Chevrolet Suburban 3500 HD

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Overview

SpecBMW X540 xDriveChevrolet Suburban 3500 HDLS 3500HD Fleet
Selected trim40 xDriveLS 3500HD Fleet
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel drivefour wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)flex-fuel (unleaded/E85)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typemild hybridflex-fuel (FFV)
Model year20272016

Pricing & market

SpecBMW X540 xDriveChevrolet Suburban 3500 HDLS 3500HD Fleet
MSRP$72,100 (best)$79,715
Lowest listing price$74,347 (best)—
Median listing price$85,167 (best)—
Highest listing price$90,072 (best)—
For sale now4 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW X540 xDriveChevrolet Suburban 3500 HDLS 3500HD Fleet
Combined MPG26 MPG (best)—
City MPG24 MPG (best)—
Highway MPG28 MPG (best)—
Fuel tank21.9 gal39 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW X540 xDriveChevrolet Suburban 3500 HDLS 3500HD Fleet
Horsepower394 hp (best)360 hp
Torque428 lb-ft (best)380 lb-ft
Engine size3 L6 L (best)
CylindersI6V8

Size & capability

SpecBMW X540 xDriveChevrolet Suburban 3500 HDLS 3500HD Fleet
Seating5 seats8 seats (best)
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume67.7 cu ft121.1 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity7,710 lbs8,000 lbs (best)
Payload1,349 lbs4,405 lbs (best)
Curb weight5,216 lbs (best)6,585 lbs
Ground clearance—7.9 in (best)
Wheelbase119.5 in130 in (best)
Length197.2 in224 in (best)
Width78.7 in80.5 in (best)
Height68.9 in75.6 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW X540 xDriveChevrolet Suburban 3500 HDLS 3500HD Fleet
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimBMW X5Chevrolet Suburban 3500 HD
1

40 xDrive

$72,100 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LS 3500HD Fleet

$79,715 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2—

LT 3500HD Fleet

$84,735 MSRP

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BMW X5 vs Chevrolet Suburban 3500 HD FAQ

Which is better: 2027 BMW X5 or 2016 Chevrolet Suburban 3500 HD?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 BMW X5 vs 2016 Chevrolet Suburban 3500 HD on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 BMW X5 or 2016 Chevrolet Suburban 3500 HD?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 BMW X5 starts lower at $72,100. Live BMW X5 listings start at $74,347.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 BMW X5 or 2016 Chevrolet Suburban 3500 HD?
The 2027 BMW X5 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (72,100).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 BMW X5 or 2016 Chevrolet Suburban 3500 HD?
The 2027 BMW X5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 BMW X5 or 2016 Chevrolet Suburban 3500 HD?
The 2027 BMW X5 leads on horsepower in this comparison (394).
Which has better seats: 2027 BMW X5 or 2016 Chevrolet Suburban 3500 HD?
The 2016 Chevrolet Suburban 3500 HD leads on seats in this comparison (8).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 BMW X5 or 2016 Chevrolet Suburban 3500 HD?
The 2016 Chevrolet Suburban 3500 HD leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (8,000).