Chevrolet Suburban

Rank: 6
Turning Radius: 21.5 feet
Length: 222.4 inches
Width: 79.1 inches
City Snags: Sheer size makes crowded parking garages impossible; lack of maneuverability

The Suburban is exactly that — good for the suburbs, but too big for the city. Redesigned for 2007, the Suburban, along with its mechanically identical sibling the GMC Yukon XL, boasts improved handling, more power, a quieter interior and greatly improved appointments. The Suburban might be the perfect vehicle for Texas ranchers or for drivers who want to tow a boat and haul a gaggle

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of kids, but beware, it’s one of the biggest vehicles available. These big SUVs still handle like the trucks they are, and maneuvering quickly around traffic obstacles and wedging into small spaces just isn’t in its purpose.

Published 05/24/2006