Maximum Towing Capacity: This refers to the maximum weight the Chevrolet Suburban 2500 can tow, which is 10,300 lb. It is important to note that this weight is only applicable at altitudes up to 3,280 ft above sea level. At higher altitudes, the engine power and climbing ability of the vehicle are reduced due to the lower air density, so the maximum trailer weight must be reduced accordingly. The importance of the car and trailer must be reduced by 10% for every additional 3,280 ft of altitude (or part thereof).
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): This is the maximum weight that the Chevrolet Suburban 2500 is rated to carry, and it is the same for all trims. It includes the engine’s weight, chassis, fluids, passengers, cargo, and any other load. The manufacturer determines the GVWR, usually indicated in the owner’s manual or inside the driver’s door panel.
Curb Weight: The Chevrolet Suburban 2500 is 5,447 lb, with no driver, passengers, cargo, or load, and all standard options. This weight is significant because it is used to calculate the vehicle’s payload capacity.
Payload Capacity: The payload capacity of the Chevrolet Suburban 2500 is 3,153 lb, which is the maximum weight that can be added to the vehicle in the form of passengers, cargo, or a trailer. Payload is considered all the extra stuff you put inside your car, including anything from people to a pile of rocks. Several ways to increase the payload capacity of the Suburban 2500 include upgrading the rear springs, adding coil-over shock absorbers, installing a longer truck bed, attaching a trailer, or adding bed racks.
