Chevrolet Suburban 2000 5.3 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Chevrolet Suburban 2000 5.3 has been produced from January, 2000 to January, 2006. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 5.3 litres, which produces power of 290 horsepower on 5200 rpm and torque 441 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.
This 8-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 450 000 to 750 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Chevrolet Suburban 5.3 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.7 litres.
Chevrolet Suburban 2000 5.3 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
The maximum speed of this car is 170 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this version of Chevrolet Suburban 2000 5.3 reported by owners in daily driving mode is 15.9 litres per 100km.
Chevrolet Suburban 2000 5.3 technical data
| Model: | Chevrolet Suburban 5.3 | ||
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| Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
| Production period: | 2000. January ... 2006. January | ||
| Engine: | 5327 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 290 HP ON 5200 RPM | Torque: | 441 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | no data |
| Fuel consumption: | 15.9 l/100km (14.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 117 litres (30.9 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 5.57m (length) 2.00m (width) 1.96m (height) | ||
| Ground clearance: | 220 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Seats: | 9 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 1290 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 3720 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 3200 kg | ||
Chevrolet Suburban 2000 5.3 engine LM7
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 450,000 to 750,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
| Engine displacement | 5327 cm3 |
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| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 96 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 92 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.5 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Chevrolet Suburban 2000 5.3 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 5.7 litres (6 quarts) |
| Power | 270 - 300 HP ON 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 425 - 455 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | no data |
| Start of production (year) | 1999 |
| Duration of production | 8 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2002 onwards. |
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| Engine also used on | Chevrolet Express Chevrolet Tahoe |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
All Chevrolet Suburban crossover [2000 - 2006] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Drive type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Suburban 2000 5.3 | 5.3 Petrol | 290 HP | - | Rear wheel |
| Chevrolet Suburban 2000 5.3 4WD | 5.3 Petrol | 290 HP | - | All wheel |
| Chevrolet Suburban 2000 6.0 | 6.0 Petrol | 325 HP | - | Rear wheel |
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Chevrolet Suburban 2000 6.0 4WD
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.7 seconds |
6.0 Petrol | 325 HP | - | All wheel |
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Chevrolet Suburban 2000 8.1
Most powerfull version (345 HP) |
8.1 Petrol | 345 HP | - | Rear wheel |
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Chevrolet Suburban 2000 8.1 4WD
Most powerfull version (345 HP) |
8.1 Petrol | 345 HP | - | All wheel |