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2008 Suburban 2500 Sport Utility Safety Ratings

This Utility was tested by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for rollover, crash, and stability safety. How did it perform? View all available safety ratings below.
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2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 Sport Utility Crash Test Results

Rollover Ratings (5 star scale)

Rollover Resistance Rating Static Stability Factor Dynamic Test
3 of 5 1.13 No-tip

Crash Test Ratings

Frontal Impact Side Impact
Driver's Side 5 of 5 Front Occupant 5 of 5
Passenger's Side 5 of 5 Rear Occupant 5 of 5

Crash Test Data

Frontal Impact Head Injury Criterion Chest Deceleration Femur Load
Driver's Side 321 HIC 28g 665lbs | 761lbs
Passenger's Side 282 HIC 36g 598lbs | 357lbs
Side Impact Thoratic Trauma Index Pelvis Deceleration
Front Occupant 31 37
Rear Occupant 15 20

2008 Suburban 2500 Sport Utility Safety Features

• Electronic Stability Control• 4-Wheel ABS• Daytime Running Lights
• Child Seat Lower Anchorage• Adjustable Upper Belt - Front• Adjustable Upper Belt - Rear
• Pretensioner• Energy Management Feature• Integrated Saftey Belt
• Rear Center Lap/Shoulder Belt• Advanced Air Bag Features• Rear Seat Head Restraint
• Trunk Release• Auto Crash Notify• Tire Pressure Monitor
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