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120-408: The K5 Blazer and Jimmy had "full convertible" removable tops until 1975. For 1976, GM introduced a half-cab design that was less prone to leaks and slightly safer in a roll-over. These half cabs had the convertible top begin a few inches behind the driver/passenger doors and run back to the tailgate. The Blazer's long-wheelbase relative, with an integrated rear body and doors for second row passengers,

240-551: A Hollywood Walk of Fame star for the Suburban, noting that the Suburban had been in "1,750 films and TV shows since 1952." Several automotive companies in the United States used the "Suburban" designation to indicate a windowed, station wagon–type body on a commercial frame including DeSoto , Dodge , Plymouth , Studebaker , and Nash , in addition to Chevrolet and GMC . The (Westchester) Suburban name was, in fact,

360-531: A police truck , fire chief's vehicle , and EMS vehicle . Suburbans are also used as taxicab livery and limousines . Gothic black Suburban vehicles are commonly used by federal intelligence services, such as the Secret Service . The Secret Service operates fully-armored versions of the Suburban for the President of the United States when he attends less formal engagements. The Suburban (as well as

480-546: A 1.9-liter gasoline inline-four built by Isuzu was offered as the base model engine in California in place of the 2.0-liter engine, while an Isuzu 2.2-liter diesel engine (also used in the S-10/S-15 pickups) producing 58 hp (43 kW) was offered as an option. The 1.9 L, 2.0 L gasoline, and 2.2 L diesel engines were dropped after 1984, replaced by the larger 2.5 L Iron Duke engine. The V6

600-411: A 283-cubic-inch version. GMC based their V8 on a Pontiac design. Standard Suburban model numbers continued from the previous series, but the introduction of four-wheel-drive models in 1957 added the numbers "3156" for 4WD Suburbans with panel doors, and "3166" for 4WD Suburbans with tailgates. The "Suburban" name was also used on GM's fancy 2-door GMC 100 series pickup trucks from 1955 to 1959, called

720-525: A 5-door version of the Suburban called C-1416 (known as Veraneio from 1969 onwards, which is Portuguese for "summertime"). It was based on the contemporary Brazilian Chevrolet C-14 . Like the C-14, the C-1416/Veraneio used the instrument cluster from the U.S. C/K series, although the exterior sheet metal layout is exclusive to Brazil. It was initially powered with a Chevrolet 4.2L inline-six based on

840-414: A 6.2L Detroit Diesel V8 as a higher-efficiency alternative to the 454 V8. A 3-speed manual transmission was offered through the 1980 model year, with a 4-speed manual offered through 1987. Initially offered with 3-speed Turbo Hydra-Matic 350 and 400 automatic transmissions, a 4-speed Turbo Hydra-Matic 700R4 became an option in 1981. For 1980, K-series Suburbans moved from full-time four-wheel drive to

960-462: A February 26, 2018, article celebrating the vehicle's 83rd year, Car and Driver notes that the Suburban's longevity is due to being one of GM's best-selling brands, its appeal to customers across the board regardless of race, gender, class, or political affiliation, and a unique loyalty to the SUV. In an interview from Chevrolet's truck/SUV marketing executive Sandor Piszar, who recalls an event celebrating

1080-405: A fixed mast antenna in place of the old windshield antenna, a trip odometer as part of the gauge package cluster, and an improved pulse windshield wiper control. Also, helping to reduce air leaks in the doors was a new door handle seal. Also in 1988, General Motors eliminated the "K5" emblems. In late 1988 for the 1989 model year, the front grille was changed to resemble the squared-off ones used on

1200-527: A full pickup truck frame, and V8 engine . It is one of the few station wagons available with all bench seating rows. The Suburban is the same height and width as the Chevrolet Tahoe , except that the Suburban is 15–20 inches (380–510 mm) longer. The extra length provides a full-sized cargo area behind the nine-passenger seating area. From 1973 to 2013, it had been available in half-ton and 3/4-ton versions. Chevrolet discontinued this option for

1320-408: A hybrid 12/24 V electrical system (described in detail below), blackout headlights, front mounted brush guard, a rifle rack, and special paint jobs. A majority of them are painted olive drab green or in the woodland camouflage pattern, though some vehicles that saw desert use were painted tan. All M1009s, including its derivatives, are powered with the 6.2 L Diesel power plant. The M1009s have

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1440-412: A large amount of mechanical commonality with its pickup-truck counterpart, sharing the same powertrain offerings. A 250-cubic-inch inline-6 was standard, with a 292-cubic-inch inline-6 offered as an option. Small-block V8s initially were 283 and 327 V8s (later 307 and 350 V8s); a 396 (402) V8 served as a big-block V8 offering. GMC Suburbans were fitted with a 305 V6 as a standard engine until 1970. Sharing

1560-632: A little over $ 1,000 and was first introduced on the S-10 pickup in 1994 and carried over to the Blazer in 1996. In Canada, a ZR2 version of the GMC Jimmy was also offered. The U.S. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave a P for poor in the frontal offset crash test. Right-hand-drive model The right-hand-drive Blazer has been assembled in Indonesia since 1995. In 1998, General Motors launched

1680-569: A longer wheelbase, four-door wagon body style which was smaller than the Suburban but larger than the two-door Tahoe. From then on, the Tahoe and Yukon models were offered in two sizes, as two- and four-doors. At the same time, Chevrolet rebranded their 2nd generation successor to the S-10 Blazer, and the Blazer name was transferred to it as Chevy's 'all-new Blazer' (and GMC Jimmy); the smaller Blazer/Jimmy vehicles were sold from 1995 to 2005, while

1800-459: A more conventional coil-spring approach. Engine options included straight-sixes and small-block V8s . A 305 cu in (5.0 L) GMC V6 engine was also available on GMC models. This 305 was actually from GMC's medium-duty truck line. It featured high torque but had notoriously poor fuel economy. Transmissions were a 3-speed and 4-speed manual, the automatic Powerglide, and in the GMC models,

1920-580: A new center console. Another upscale model was the 1998 GMC Envoy . It used the same engines and had many of the same upgrades as the Bravada. The 1998 model Envoy featured an optional upgrade to High Intensity Discharge headlamps, and several other visual modifications. To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Jimmy nameplate, the Jimmy Diamond Edition was launched. Not too different from

2040-510: A new dashboard with larger buttons and more ergonomically correct driving controls, as well as larger door handles, and headrests for the rear bench. A passenger airbag is now standard. A front grille similar to the Chevrolet C/K pickup line's stacked-headlight system replaced the older single-headlight system, similar to the full-size GMT400 trucks. Four-wheel disc brakes became standard equipment, fitted with aluminum dual-piston calipers:

2160-620: A part-time system, allowing the front axle to freewheel. For 1981, the shift-on-the fly 4×4 system adopted automatic-locking front hubs; the NP208 transfer case replaced the NP205 in most examples. For 1987, GM redesignated the Rounded-Line C/K series as the R/V series to accommodate the launch of the 1988 GMT400-platform C/K trucks, which were being launched in the spring of 1987. For 1987,

2280-533: A pickup truck. Alongside its Advance Design , Task Force , and C/K predecessors, the Chevrolet Silverado currently shares chassis and mechanical commonality with the Suburban and other trucks. Traditionally one of the most profitable vehicles sold by General Motors, the Suburban has been marketed through both Chevrolet and GMC for nearly its entire production. Along sharing the Suburban name with Chevrolet, GMC has used several nameplates for

2400-449: A quick-release design (without tools) for 1979. The Rounded-Line Suburban shared the same exterior revisions of its pickup-truck counterpart. Along with minor revisions in 1975, 1977, and 1980, the model line underwent a more substantial revision in 1981, followed by updates in 1983 and 1985. The Suburban shared several engines with the C/K pickup truck line. A 250-cubic-inch inline-six was

2520-492: A removable roof, and the tailgate glass was fixed. The Blazer was named "Four Wheeler of the Year" in 1992 by Four Wheeler magazine. The standard engine remained the 350 cu in (5.7 L) small-block V8 with throttle-body fuel injection. A 6.5 L turbocharged Detroit Diesel V8 was added as an option for 1994, with output of 180 horsepower (134 kW) and 360 pound-feet (488 N⋅m) of torque. The diesel engine

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2640-551: A respectable 150 hp (112 kW). Power output was increased to 160 hp (119 kW) for 1989, while the four-cylinder engine was dropped. The 2.8 L V6 was discontinued after 1989, making the 4.3 L the sole available engine. A 5-speed manual transmission ( Getrag 290/Hydramatic 290/5LM60, sourced from the GMT400) was added to the option list, replacing the BorgWarner T-5 . In March 1990, 4-door versions of

2760-412: A soft convertible-top could be specified; passenger seats also were optional on the base model. For 1970, a rear-wheel drive model was added, and the truck was also rebadged as the GMC Jimmy. There were four choices for power plants, matching the contemporaneous pickup truck options: the 250 straight-6 , the 292 straight-6, the 307 V8 , and the 350 V8. There was also a choice between

2880-419: A split 24/12 V electrical system. Most of the truck actually runs on 12 V. It has two separate 12 V alternators and batteries wired in series, with only the glow plug system, injection pump, starter, and jumper cable jack being wired to the 24 V terminals; everything else in the truck runs on 12 V. The glow plugs are actually 12 V glow plugs with a resistor pack on the firewall to drop

3000-434: A station wagon body on the chassis of a small truck. Focused on functionality, the concept was indeed to "carry all": the whole family and their gear were to find sufficient space in one truck. It shared the front sheet metal and frames of the half-ton pickup models of the same year, but featured all-metal wagon bodies differing very little in shape from contemporary "woodie" station wagons . Seating for up to eight occupants

3120-415: A steady 45 mph (72 km/h). With the standard 250 I6, automatic transmission, a 1974 K5 Blazer returned fuel economy of 13.69 mpg ‑US (17.18 L/100 km; 16.44 mpg ‑imp ) at the same speed. The 1973–75 K5 Blazers were equipped with a removable convertible top. In 1976, a half-cab design was introduced and used until 1991. The second generation K5 models incorporated

3240-721: A three-speed automatic transmission , the Turbo-Hydramatic TH350 , or one of two fully-synchronized manual transmissions : a three-speed, or a four-speed ( SM465 ), which included a "granny gear" low-ratio 6.55:1 first gear. The 350 was offered only with the SM465 or TH350; manual locking front hubs were optional. The four-wheel drive version had a solid front axle and used leaf springs front and rear. The two-wheel drive version came with independent front suspension and rear trailing arms, both with coil springs. Both versions used drum brakes on all four wheels until 1971, when

3360-410: A trademark of U.S. Body and Forging Co. of Tell City, Indiana , which built wooden station wagon bodies for all of these automobile and light truck chassis and more. Chevrolet began production of its all-steel "carryall-suburban" in 1934. GMC brought out its version in 1937. These vehicles were also known as the "Suburban Carryall" until GM shortened the name to simply "Suburban." GMC's equivalent to

3480-415: A wider ladder-type frame which made its track approximately 3.9 inches wider. It also lifted the Blazer about three inches higher, allowing it to clear 31×10.5" tires on 15-inch wheels. Enhanced front (7.25" ring gear) and rear (8.5" ring gear) axles with a 3.73:1 rear-axle ratio, larger wheels and axle bearings, a stronger front anti-sway bar, skid plates, and Bilstein shocks were also added. This package cost

3600-471: Is a series of SUVs built by Chevrolet since the 1935 model year. The longest-used automobile nameplate in the world, the Chevrolet Suburban is currently in its twelfth generation, introduced for 2021. Beginning life as one of the first metal-bodied station wagons , the Suburban is the progenitor of the modern full-size SUV , combining a wagon-style body with the chassis and powertrain of

3720-460: Is an overlap of 12-bolt rears into the early 1980s, while the 10-bolt front axle was phased into production in the late 1970s. In 1991, for the 1992 models, GM redesigned its large SUVs, moving to the GMT400 architecture that had debuted for GM's 1988 pickup lines . Dimensions grew modestly with a 111.5 in (2,830 mm) wheelbase and 187.7 in (4,770 mm) length overall. The Chevrolet

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3840-767: Is called the Chevrolet Suburban . The original K5 Blazer was built on the K10 pickup truck platform with a wheelbase shortened to 104 in (2,600 mm), designed and marketed to compete with the International Scout (which had been introduced in 1960 for the 1961 model year) and the Ford Bronco (1965/66) utility vehicles. The Scout and Bronco were originally aimed at the Jeep CJ series and consequently all three vehicles were much smaller than

3960-564: Is the powertrain from the Chevrolet Bolt EV repackaged and sold commercially as a kit to convert conventionally-powered cars to electric vehicles. The K5 Blazer-E followed the Chevrolet E-10 Concept, a similar "electromod" restoration and electrification project that converted a 1962 C-10 pickup with a Bolt-derived EV powertrain, shown at SEMA 2019. Other "electromod" restorations with EV powertrains that followed

4080-530: The 1982 Chevrolet S-10 pickup truck , introduced one year prior, to replace the Isuzu -based Chevrolet LUV truck. Similar to the pickup models, these versions are sometimes internally referred to as the S/T series to denote two- and four-wheel-drive models respectively (similar to the full-size Chevrolet C/K trucks) despite all versions being badged with "S" nomenclature. Unlike their full-size K5 counterparts ,

4200-414: The 4L60-E transmission replaced the 700R4. The grille (alongside the S-10 pickup ) was revised (which was a chrome-plated version of the base work truck grille found on base S-10 pickups), along with the addition of optional five-spoke alloy rims on 2WD models (which were basically a copy of the third-generation Camaro Z28 15" alloy rims). Although the second generation S-10/S-15 pickup debuted in 1994,

4320-498: The Hydra-Matic 4-speed automatic transmission was available in GMC models and in the 1954 model year Chevrolet Suburbans. Models with rear panel doors were designated "3106," while those with tailgates were designated "3116." In 1952, the Suburban came with either a tailgate or panel doors. The front bench seat was split, with two seats on the driver's side and a single seat on the passenger side, which slid forward for access to

4440-587: The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department ) or sold through government auctions, but a handful are still in use by the National Guard . In 1976, GM collaborated with recreational vehicle manufacturer Chinook Mobilodge to offer modified versions of the Blazer and Jimmy with a permanently-fixed popup truck camper unit. Approximately 1,800 Blazer Chalet and Jimmy Casa Grande vehicles were built over two years of production. With

4560-665: The United States , retail sales of four-door Blazer models ended in 2004, though production of two- and four-door models for fleet sales continued into 2005. In the Canadian market, four-door models of the Blazer and Jimmy were sold until the 2004 model year and until the 2005 model year for the two-door models of both. The Brazilian variant, based on the second-generation S-series, continued in production in Brazil through 2012 with its own sheetmetal stampings which were also used on

4680-729: The full-size K5 Blazer , sometimes leading to the nickname of "baby Blazer" . Like their full-sized counterparts, the S-series Blazer and Jimmy were originally offered only in a two-door body style. In 1991, four-door versions were added, with a 6.5 in (17 cm) longer wagon body. The S-10 Blazer and S-15 Jimmy were based on the Chevrolet S-10 and GMC S-15/Sonoma pickup trucks and were manufactured in Pontiac, Michigan ; Linden, New Jersey ; Moraine, Ohio ; Shreveport, Louisiana ; and São José dos Campos , Brazil . In

4800-595: The recreational vehicle market in the late 1960s. While only about 6,200 Suburbans were produced for 1967, by 1972, production had grown to approximately 27,000. Alongside the retirement of the panel truck configuration, this generation marked the final use of the GMC Carryall name. For 1973, the Suburban became part of the Rounded-Line C/K series, with both the Chevrolet and GMC divisions adopting

4920-565: The "Rounded Line" generation, while the public nickname was "square body". A tilt-steering wheel became optional. Although rear-wheel drive Blazers were manufactured until 1982, the majority sold were four-wheel drive . As tested by Popular Science in 1973, a K5 Blazer with the 175 hp (130 kW) 350 V8, automatic transmission, and full-time four-wheel-drive accelerated from 0–60 mph (97 km/h) in 22.5 seconds, with an observed fuel economy of 9.648 mpg ‑US (24.38 L/100 km; 11.587 mpg ‑imp ) at

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5040-473: The 1992 model year, GMC's full-size Jimmy had become the "Yukon", and so, the S-15 prefix was dropped on the smaller GMC Jimmy . Starting with the 1995 second generation, the large Blazer was rebranded as the Chevrolet Tahoe , and these mid-size SUVs were simply launched as the "all-new Chevrolet Blazer ". Upon launch, these models were 14.5 in (37 cm) shorter and 14.9 in (38 cm) narrower than

5160-528: The 2005 model year, 4-door models sold to vehicle fleets. At the same time, a Blazer Xtreme (only on the 2-door model) was added to the lineup, based on the S-10 Xtreme. This sub-model lasted until 2004. The second-generation Blazer was officially sold in Taiwan, between 1995 and 1996. The ZR2 Package The ZR2 package was only offered on the 2-door Blazer as the 2 door had the shorter wheelbase. It had

5280-442: The 24 V down to 12 V. This resistor pack can be bypassed and the glow plugs run directly off of the 12 V battery. If this is done and the 24 V starter is replaced with a standard 12 V starter, the second alternator is no longer needed (If this is done then the military 24 V slave adapter in the grille will need to be disconnected as well). Some decommissioned M1009s end up in law enforcement use (e.g. with

5400-497: The 700R4 was renamed to the 4L60. The TBI (throttle body injection) system used on the Blazer's standard 5.7 liter V8 had longer throttle shaft bearings, new throttle return springs, and improved fuel mixture distribution. The 5.7 liter V8 also had new heavy-duty intake valves and powdered metal camshaft sprockets. Standard on all engines was a lighter more powerful 100-amp CS130 alternator. (All power and torque figures are pulled from GM factory service manual) 1973–1980 Blazers used

5520-522: The Blazer was already outselling both of its older rivals. Ford , Dodge , and even Jeep would counter with similar shortened full-size pickups, including the Dodge Ramcharger and Jeep Cherokee , both introduced in 1974, and the revised Ford Bronco (1978). For its first model year (1969), the K5 Blazer was available with part-time four-wheel drive only. As an option, a removable hardtop or

5640-465: The Blazer's 50th anniversary. Steps to complete the customization include replacement of the stock exterior sheetmetal, a carbon fiber rear hatch, and machined aluminum door handles; four were built for members of the Abu Dhabi royal family. The following year, the same shop showed a modified two-door K5 Blazer homage using a sectioned Tahoe chassis. Chevrolet Suburban The Chevrolet Suburban

5760-457: The Chevrolet badge, but is holding off on those plans because of numerous factors, including the situation involving GM's decision to retire the Holden brand in 2020. In 2015, the Suburban commemorated its 80th anniversary at General Motors ' Arlington Assembly Plant where the 10 millionth Suburban was produced. A video was posted on Chevrolet's YouTube channel about its eighty-year legacy. In

5880-477: The Chevrolet model was originally named "Suburban" as well, until being rebranded as "Yukon XL" for the 2000 model year. With the end of production of the Plymouth Fury Suburban station wagon in 1978, only General Motors continued to manufacture a vehicle branded as a "Suburban," and GM was awarded an exclusive trademark on the name in 1988. The Chevrolet Suburban is one of the largest SUVs on

6000-733: The Chinese, Indonesian, and Russian versions. In North America, the Moraine, Ohio, plant produced only 4-door vehicles, with both 2- and 4-door models being produced at Linden, which was the main assembly plant after the switch (for the 1995 model year) from Pontiac West Assembly in Pontiac, Michigan, which closed in 1994. In 1982, General Motors introduced the Chevrolet S-10 Blazer , and its rebadged GMC S-15 Jimmy variant, as 1983 models. They were based on, and co-developed, with

6120-505: The Envoy, it featured leather seats with a diamond pattern, special diamond logos, and an aluminum silver plate along lower sides of the SUV. In 1999, Chevrolet introduced a limited edition TrailBlazer appearance package that was available as an upgrade to the LS and LT trims. The package featured gold-accented alloy rims and trim along with several interior/exterior modifications and upgrades and

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6240-464: The GMT400 series of pickups. The 1989 Blazer had new base and up-level grilles, as well as new headlight bezels, body side moldings, and front bumper rub strips. New for 1989 was the introduction of an all-new base coat/clear coat paint. For the 1990 model year, all Blazers now had a standard rear wheel anti-lock braking system. A new electronic speedometer system, with a 6 digit odometer on the dashboard

6360-468: The K5 Blazer-E include the 2021 Hyundai Heritage Series and 2021 Ford F-100 Eluminator . The Blazer-E retains its original driveshafts, axles, and transfer case, and uses a more powerful 200 hp (150 kW) Bolt traction motor instead of the 400 cu.in. V8, which had an estimated output of 175 hp (130 kW) using modern ratings. The Bolt's 60 kW-hr battery pack is bolted into

6480-441: The K5 Blazer. Because the Blazer was developed from a shortened pickup truck, this innovation both increased interior space and lowered the cost of production by using a shared platform. The Blazer quickly became popular. For the first time, it married the off-road capabilities of competing utility vehicles with "luxury" features like air conditioning and automatic transmissions that routinely were available on pickup trucks. By 1970,

6600-464: The S-10 Blazer and Jimmy were introduced as a 1991 model; the 4-door had a 6.5 in longer wheelbase (2-doors had a 100.5 in wheelbase, six inches (152 mm) longer than the Ford Bronco II ) and a one-piece front grille with a painted black insert (1990 two-door S-10 Blazers and Jimmys had the three-piece grille). This new grille also did away with the separate metal filler panel under

6720-461: The S-Blazer and Jimmy continued unchanged for that year, with the only significant changes being a third brake light and the discontinuation of the rear spoiler. 1994 was a transition year for many automakers when it came to switching from R-12 Freon to CFC-free R134a refrigerant. The redesigned 1994 S-10 and Sonoma pickups used R134a refrigerant. Despite being nearly identical to the 1993 models,

6840-496: The S-series Blazer and Jimmy did not feature removable hardtops. For their first eight model years, they were only offered in a two-door bodystyle; only in March 1990 were four-door versions of the S-10 Blazer and Jimmy introduced as 1991 models, with a 6.5 in (17 cm) greater wheelbase and length. While significantly smaller in all dimensions than the K5 Blazer, interior space was comparable or larger thanks to better packaging –

6960-632: The Suburban Pickup, which was similar to the Chevrolet Cameo Carrier , but it was dropped at the same time as Chevy's Cameo in March 1958 when GM released the new all-steel "Fleetside" bed option replacing the Cameo/Suburban Pickup fiberglass bedsides. The Suburban name was never used again on a 1/2 ton pickup after the discontinuance of the Suburban Pickup. Although not documented because of a fire that destroyed

7080-584: The Suburban adopted an optional tailgate-style rear door with a retractable rear window (lowered manually or electrically). Initially offered in Custom, Custom Deluxe, and Cheyenne Super trims, the Chevrolet Suburban adopted a base Custom Deluxe, mid-level Scottsdale, and flagship Silverado trim nomenclature for 1975. GMC Suburbans were initially Custom, Super Custom, and Sierra Grande; in 1975, Sierra Classic replaced Super Custom. In 1981, GMC replaced Custom with Sierra. A rare variant for both Chevrolet and GMC

7200-422: The Suburban as a truck-based station wagon. From the rear of the passenger doors, the Suburban shared its bodywork (both its doors and roofline) with the C/K crew-cab pickup (a new configuration introduced for 1973). The 1 ⁄ 2 -ton and 3 ⁄ 4 -ton 10 and 20 payload series made their return alongside the rear-wheel-drive C-series and 4×4 K-series. Alongside the long-running twin-panel rear doors,

7320-445: The Suburban moved from a 115-inch to a 127-inch wheelbase (shared by pickup trucks with 8-foot beds). In another change, a 3 ⁄ 4 - ton C-20 Suburban was introduced for the first time. Alongside the standard rear-wheel-drive configuration, 4×4 K-10/K-20 models were also offered. In a configuration distinct to this generation, Action-Line Suburbans are configured with a single driver-side door and two passenger doors. For 1969,

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7440-470: The Suburban nameplate. Growing nominally in size over its Action-Line predecessor, the seventh-generation Suburban completely abandoned its carryall past, introducing a station wagon–style body with four full passenger doors (more than a decade after its Wagoneer and Travelall rivals). As the term "sport-utility vehicle" was more closely associated with off-road vehicles (such as the K5 Blazer), GM designated

7560-583: The Suburban was joined by the shorter K5 Blazer (GMC Jimmy), a two-door utility vehicle with a lift-off hardtop. The rear-wheel-drive Suburban was also available as a panel truck for commercial purposes. Following the 1970 model year, the configuration was retired, with the model functionally replaced by the G-Series Chevrolet Van/GMC Vandura for 1971. Through its production, the Action-Line Suburban shared

7680-514: The TBI engine. Only the two 4.3 L (262 cu in) engines were offered as options, the base TBI and the CPI (introduced in 1992 for the S-10/S-15 and Astro/Safari vans; the latter had the "Vortec" logo on the intake plenum). 1993 had a few changes; the S-10 Blazer was renamed " S-Blazer " while the full-size Blazer became just "Blazer." The center console was raised (with a dual cup holder), and

7800-564: The Tahoe and GMC variants) is very popular with the Federal Bureau of Investigation as a service vehicle. In the late 1990s, GM also introduced a RHD version of the Suburban, badged as a Holden , for the Australian market. Sales were low and GM withdrew the model in 2000 from Holden's lineup. In 2019, Chevrolet considered bringing the Suburban back to the region as a converted RWD import through Holden Special Vehicles but using

7920-487: The Veraneio fourth among Chevrolet station wagons never sold in the U.S. It also cited the vehicle's design as "baroque" and summed it up as "a 1960s Brazilian crossover." Autoweek noted that the Veraneio is eligible for import to the United States under the 25-year exemption. The sixth-generation Suburban debuted alongside the "Action-Line" generation of C/K trucks. Growing in size over its International Travelall rival,

8040-662: The Yukon XL is sold only in North America (exclusive to the United States, Canada, and Mexico) and the Middle East territories (except Israel). A 2018 iSeeCars.com study identified the Chevrolet Suburban as the car that is driven the most each year. A 2019 iSeeCars.com study named the Chevrolet Suburban the second-ranked longest-lasting vehicle. In December 2019, the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce unveiled

8160-515: The air pump was eliminated and further lightened. From at least 1991 onward, all S-10 Blazers and Jimmies came with four-wheel anti-lock brakes as standard equipment. The first two years of the ABS system had axleshafts with pressed-on ABS toner rings, which were eliminated during the latter half of the 1993 model year (rear ABS control was now done via the vehicle speed sensor). A five-speed manual transmission remained standard through 1994, but only with

8280-473: The base Custom Deluxe trim retired and replaced by a revived Cheyenne trim. Chevrolet S-10 Blazer The Chevrolet (S-10) Blazer and its badge engineered GMC (S-15) Jimmy counterpart are compact / mid-size SUVs manufactured and marketed by Chevrolet and GMC from the 1983 through 2005 model years, over two generations – until the early 1990s alongside these brands' full-size SUVs with near identical nameplates, but lacking removable hardtops. From

8400-416: The cargo area of the K5 Blazer-E. Aftermarket components were used to add power steering, generate vacuum for the vintage braking system, and control the gauges, with the fuel gauge converted to indicate state of charge instead. For the 2019 SEMA show, a customized 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe was restyled by Flat Out Autos as an homage to the first generation K5 Blazer. Dubbed the "Retro Tahoe", it was built to honor

8520-457: The drive shaft had to be removed when the vehicle was being towed. The fuel lines, which were routed on the driver side frame rail to the TBI fuel injectors, were redesigned where the fuel inlets entered the rear of the engine (same as the GMT400). This was phased in because of the L35 option which used a similar fuel line setup. The serpentine accessory drive for the 4.3 L engine was modified where

8640-433: The dual-range Hydra-Matic from 1960 to 1962. A 15-passenger conversion was done by Stageway of Fort Smith, Arkansas. These modified Suburbans had three doors on the right, a 171 in (4,343 mm) wheelbase, were 273 in (6,934 mm) long, and weighed 6,300 lb (2,858 kg). One-ton (C-30), 10-foot (3 m) panel truck models were no longer available after 1966. In 1964, Chevrolet in Brazil introduced

8760-469: The electric motor drive cable which goes to the window regulator to the motor (similar in design to a speedometer cable), which usually would fail under heavy abuse. Another feature of the K5 Blazer tailgate was the safety switch connected to the electric motor which prevented the rear window from being raised if the tailgate was unlatched. The smaller S-10 Blazer , based on the compact S-10 pickups, debuted in 1983; General Motors began officially addressing

8880-402: The electronic spark control module. To achieve the 9.2:1 compression ratio, the cylinder head chambers were smaller, measuring 56 cc instead of 76 cc. After 1987, when throttle-body injection was introduced in the truck engines, the 350 was made the standard power plant. Corporate 10-bolt axles were upgraded to 30 spline axle shafts from previous 28 spline shafts in 1989. In addition,

9000-412: The entire 1994 model year full-size pickup and SUV lineup (C/K, Sierra, Suburban, Yukon) also used R134a. The 1994 S-Blazer and Jimmy seem to have used R-12 until the end of their production run. The all-new Blazer was introduced in 1994 as a 1995 model year. This time, it lost the S prefix for simpler identification, as the full-size Blazer was discontinued and renamed the Tahoe. (The Tahoe package, which

9120-549: The entire GM light truck line was fitted with front discs as standard equipment. A tachometer was optional. Two transfer cases were offered: the Dana 20, available only with the manual transmissions, or the NP-205 , available with both types of transmissions. The Blazer had 8 inches (200 mm) of ground clearance and an approach angle of 35°. For 1973, GM's line of full-size trucks was redesigned and updated; internally, GM named this

9240-514: The exception of the center console and steering wheel (X-bar style similar to the one used in the GMT400 trucks). Also, the "S-15" name was dropped from the Jimmy. The S-10 Blazer also introduced an upscale Tahoe and Sport trim packages, the Tahoe LT, which was rebadged as the LT in 1995 while the Tahoe package was rebadged as the LS. The Tahoe LT had its own exterior décor with faded lower body lines on

9360-490: The first-generation Suburban, in 1933, the Chevrolet Master had offered a station wagon body built on the 1/2-ton truck frame. This model was specifically built for National Guard and Civilian Conservation Corps units. Much of the body was constructed from wood and could seat up to eight occupants. The actual first-generation model was offered by Chevrolet as a "Carryall Suburban" – a utility vehicle featuring

9480-513: The first-generation Tahoe/Yukon were replaced in 2000. Around 1976, a prototype K5 Blazer was used as a testbed for a military CUCV vehicle built by Vic Hickey, father of the HUMVEE. Between 1983 and 1987, what is known as the M1009 CUCV was the production militarized version of the civilian K5. The differences are the lack of an air conditioner, an additional leaf spring in the suspension,

9600-404: The front disc brakes were redesigned with the dual-piston calipers and 11" diameter brake rotors (steering knuckles now have sealed hub assemblies), while the truck models continued to use single-piston disc brakes. The folding mirrors received a refresh for 1999, while 2000 saw new front bumpers and the trim running along the sides and bumpers was removed. For the 2001 model year, the truck received

9720-418: The gasoline engines of the model converted from carbureted fuel delivery to electronic fuel injection (using throttle body injection /TBI) . For 1988, the 5.0L engine was dropped from the line, with the 5.7L V8 becoming the standard engine. In a trim revision, the R/V line adopted the nomenclature of its GMT400 successor, with all vehicles adopting the 1500/2500/3500 payload series (previously used by GMC) and

9840-452: The gear-driven part-time NP-205 transfer case (mostly mated to the SM465 manual transmission and some TH350s) or the chain-driven full-time NP-203 transfer case (mated to the TH350 automatic) and DANA-44 front/12-bolt rear axle combination through 1980. Starting in 1981 used the chain-driven NP208 transfer case (NP241 after 1988) with front 10-bolt/rear 10-bolt axle combinations until 1991. There

9960-558: The grille, since the grille is taller and took its place. Early production models between March and August 1990 were initially available as 4WD models only; 2WD versions commenced production thereafter. This came just months ahead of the introduction of the Ford Explorer , which replaced the Bronco II; six-and-a-half years after the segment-leading Cherokee debuted with four doors. The upscale Oldsmobile Bravada appeared later in

10080-474: The hood styling was more conservative, with hoods that eliminated the large ports. In 1964, the front glass area was updated to a flatter windshield and larger door glass. 1,150 lb (520 kg) of cargo could be carried in the back. This model series introduced a factory-equipped 4WD ("K") option for the first time. The 2WD ("C") models introduced a torsion bar -based independent front suspension and trailing arm and coil spring rear, but by 1963, returned to

10200-503: The larger models as "Chevrolet Full-Size Blazer" and "GMC K-Jimmy." Compared to the first generation K5 Blazer, the Rounded Line K5 grew by 7 in (180 mm) overall, on a 2.5 in (64 mm) longer wheelbase. The styling was refreshed in 1981, mirroring the changes introduced on the 1981 C/K pickups, most visible in the front end with available stacked dual square headlamps and reduced weight. GM temporarily changed

10320-456: The lower rockers along with Tahoe LT badges; this also included an overhead console and remote keyless entry. The sport package had bigger sway bars, slightly modified suspension, and 30×9.5" or optional 31×10.5" tires. Body trim included also black plastic fender flares, front fog lights, and spare tire carrier on the tailgate. 1992 was the first model year the S-10 Blazer and Jimmy was available with an NP233 electronic transfer case. This deleted

10440-515: The luggage area, for instance, was 21.0 cu ft (595 L) rather than the 20.1 cu ft (569 L) of the older, larger model. Base power was provided by GM's 2.0-liter OHV gasoline inline four-cylinder engine, producing up to 83 horsepower (62 kW). A 2.8-liter 110 hp (82 kW) V6 was offered as an option (coincidentally, this engine was also used in Jeep 's competing Cherokee until 1987). Due to emissions laws ,

10560-429: The manual gear range selector with a three-position switch located to the left of the gauge cluster in the place of the rear defrost button found on other models (the defrost button assembly on models with the electronic transfer case is positioned below the headlight switch). The electronic transfer case added luxury; however, there was no neutral position with the electronic transfer case, so the owner's manual stated that

10680-645: The market today. It has outlasted competitive vehicles such as the International Harvester Travelall , Jeep Wagoneer , and the Ford Excursion . The latest competitor is the extended-length Ford Expedition EL , which indirectly replaced the Excursion. The Suburban as of today is a full-size SUV (upgraded to extended-length from 1967 onward to make room for the then-new K5 Blazer that debuted in 1969) with three rows of seating,

10800-621: The model line; since 2000, the division has marketed it as the GMC Yukon XL , while since 2003 Cadillac has marketed the Suburban as the Cadillac Escalade ESV . During the 1990s, GM Australia marketed right-hand drive Suburbans under the Holden brand. The Suburban is sold in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Central America, Chile, Dominican Republic, Bolivia, Peru, Philippines, and the Middle East (except Israel), while

10920-468: The most ever for an automobile of any type. The star, placed at the corner of Hollywood Boulevard and Highland Avenue, also carried the Chevrolet "Bowtie" symbol instead of the entertainment symbols (film, stage, television, radio, musical instruments, and recording artist), another first for the Walk of Fame. There have been a total of twelve generations of Chevrolet Suburbans since its 1934 debut. Prior to

11040-556: The pre-1962 "Stovebolt" engines. Later, it used the 250 cu in (4.1 L) engine from Chevrolet's Brazilian mid-size sedan – the Opala . The original version of the Veraneio was kept in production, with another grille and interior, until 1988 (1989 model year), but it was eventually replaced with an updated version based on the Série 20 family. The second generation of Veraneio was produced from 1989 to 1995. In 1997, GM introduced

11160-411: The public during the tenth-generation model's tenure after 2013 because of slow sales. However, for the 2016 model year, a one-ton model debuted as an exclusive to rental, fleet, and government services as the eleventh generation in 4WD and with LS and LT trim options, but soft sales would result in Chevrolet discontinuing production on this model after 2019. In recent years, the Suburban has been used as

11280-474: The rear hatch glass and tailgate into a single unit, which allowed the glass panel to retract inside of the tailgate by use of a manual crank mounted on the tailgate or an electric motor activated by a key-operated switch on the tailgate and a dash-mounted switch. The weight of the large glass panel was rumored to be a liability as the manual crank gears wore prematurely and the electric motor was prone to frequent overheating and subsequent failure. This also included

11400-468: The rear two rows of seats. The second row was a "2/3" seat, requiring occupants to move past the front passenger seat, as well as the second-row seats to access the third row. This was the last series to feature " canopy express " models. The design of the 1947 Suburban would inspire the design of the Chevrolet HHR over half a century later. Updated engineering and styling on Chevrolet trucks

11520-441: The records, the production of Suburban Pickups is understood to be 300 or fewer each model year it was offered from 1955 to 1958. The styling of the 1960–1961 model year took cues from the late-1950s Chevrolet vehicles and had large oval ports above the grille. An independent front suspension was new for 1960. The cab featured a "wrap around" windshield, while tailgate and panel door rear openings were available. From 1962 onwards,

11640-497: The right-hand drive version to be built in the United States for the export to the countries with left-hand rule of road . The S-10 Blazer destined for the Japanese market had some modifications to suit the Japanese people: turn-signal stalk moving closer to the steering wheel, external rear-view mirrors electrically folding in to fit through the narrow streets, brake pedal changing its angle for easier reach, larger wheel arches, and

11760-499: The same color as the body, which was available in black or dark garnet. It matched the appearance of the contemporaneously marketed high-performance GMC Syclone truck and Typhoon SUV, but unlike the smaller vehicles, the Yukon GT did not have any special engine tuning. At the 2020 SEMA show, Chevrolet Performance exhibited a electromod 1977 K5 Blazer-E equipped with the "Electric Connect and Cruise" (aka eCrate) package, which

11880-554: The standard L05 5.7-liter V-8 now had one serpentine accessory drive belt in place of the older multi-belt accessory drive setup. 1989 was the first year for the NP241 transfer case and also the only year for speedometer cable driven version of the NP241. The 5.7 liter V8 (L05) engine was improved for 1990 with the addition of improved oil control rings, a redesigned rear crankshaft seal, a new camshaft sprocket design, non-asbestos intake manifold gaskets, and heavy-duty intake valves. For 1991,

12000-494: The standard engine through 1979. The model line was offered with a 307- (1973 only) and 350-cubic-inch small-block V8s; a 454-cubic-inch big-block V8 was optional in C-series Suburbans. For 1976, the 350 V8 was joined by 305- and 400-cubic-inch V8s; the latter was discontinued for 1981. For 1980, V8 engines became standard for the model line, with the 305 returning as the standard engine for 1981. For 1982, GM introduced

12120-414: The styling revisions of Action-Line pickup trucks, the Suburban introduced front disc brakes for 1971. Automatic-transmission vehicles received an optional tilting steering column. For 1972, the optional rear-seat air conditioning was redesigned with a smaller housing (previously fitted with a housing that ran the full length of the roof). The Action-Line Suburban was produced alongside the rapid growth of

12240-515: The then-current North American pickups to the Brazilian market, replacing the long running C-series. The Brazilian version of the Suburban was also converted to the current generation at the time and lasted until 2001 as the "Grand Blazer", succeeding the Veraneio. The 4.1L inline-six engine with 138 hp (101 kW) was offered on both models with option for a MWM 4.2L turbodiesel unit with 168 hp (124 kW). In 2015, Autoweek ranked

12360-488: The third generation GMC Yukon (previously Jimmy) as a "Sport Equipment Package", option code BYP. It is equipped with four-wheel-drive and aluminum wheels; the GT package was available exclusively with the 350 in (5.7L) L05 V8. A 5-speed manual transmission is standard, but the automatic transmission can be selected. Visually, the GT was rendered in a monochromatic color scheme by painting the grille, bumpers, trim, and fender flares

12480-417: The top raised, interior headroom increased from 59 to 79.5 in (1,500 to 2,020 mm). The integrated camper allows occupants to walk through from the cab to the rear living quarters. In 1977, suggested retail price of the base model was US$ 9,426 (equivalent to $ 47,000 in 2023), but options could increase the price to $ 13,000. The Yukon GT was introduced in 1993 as a sport-appearance trim variant of

12600-779: The truck division's 100th anniversary when they asked about what they named their vehicles, "It's a funny question, but it really is an intriguing point," Piszar says. "People name what they love. And they love their Suburbans." On December 5, 2019, the Chevrolet Suburban became the first vehicle to be awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce for its excellence in film and television, having appeared in more than 1,750 films and television series since 1952, and can also claim to have appeared in at least one television series every year since 1956, and at least one film every year since 1960,

12720-579: The usual " C/K " designation to "R" and "V" for the 1987 through 1991 model years. This was done to avoid confusion with the GMT400 -based Chevrolet C/K pickup trucks, which were introduced in 1988, during the overlap period. Although the GMT400 trucks were introduced in the spring of 1987 as a 1988 model, the K5 Blazer, Suburban, and crew-cab trucks retained the earlier platform until 1991. In 1988, four new colors were introduced: Bright Blue Metallic, Forest Green Metallic, Light Mesa Brown Metallic, and Dark Mesa Brown Metallic. More new features for 1988 included

12840-430: The wheel housings. For 1991, two new exterior colors, Brilliant Blue and Slate Metallic were offered. The K5 Blazer was fitted with a 250 cu in (4.1 L) inline-six as standard through 1984. Available engines included a 292 cu in (4.8 L) inline-six, small-block V8s of 305, 307, 350, or 400 cubic inches (5.0, 5.0, 5.7, and 6.6 liters), and a 6.2 L Detroit Diesel V8. The six-cylinder Blazer

12960-491: The year featuring an All-Wheel-Drive package called "Smart-Trak" (using a BorgWarner 4472 transfer case, shared with the AWD Astro/Safari). For 1992, the S-10 Blazer and Jimmy received an updated rear back glass (which does not have any trim to which two black buttons serve as the back glass strut mounting points) and front grille (chrome shell with argent silver inserts). The interior was a carryover from 1991 with

13080-431: Was also introduced for 1990, along with non-asbestos brake linings. A new brake warning light on the dashboard was also introduced for 1990. The Blazer body also used double sided, galvanized exterior sheet metal. A new option for 1990 was power mirrors. 3 point shoulder harness also become standard for rear passengers. The rear seat arm rest were eliminated from rear seat to make room for shoulder belts and pads were added to

13200-442: Was available only with a four-speed automatic transmission. All versions were fitted with an independent front suspension and solid rear axle with leaf springs; four-wheel drive versions had torsion springs in front, while two-wheel drive versions had coil springs. In 1995, the Blazer nameplate was discontinued for the full-size vehicle; it was renamed and relaunched as the new 1995 Chevrolet Tahoe . The 1995 Tahoe/Yukon also included

13320-402: Was available with the 4.3 L V6 engine only, and most models featured four-wheel drive via an electronic transfer case; 1997 was the last year a manual transfer case (with floor-shifter) for four-wheel drive was offered. A driver-side airbag came, but a passenger-side airbag was not immediately introduced. In 1998, the interior and exterior received some cosmetic changes. The makeover offered

13440-427: Was available, with three in the front row, two in the middle row, and three in the rear row. Either the side-hinged rear panel doors or a rear tailgate /lift window could be selected for cargo area access while only having two doors for passenger access. Suburbans were built in model years 1941, 1942, and 1946. It was also produced during World War II as a military transport vehicle. Seating for up to eight occupants

13560-568: Was available. Models with rear panel doors were designated "3106," while those with tailgates were designated "3116." The Chevrolet versions were equipped a 216-cubic-inch 6-cylinder engine . The GMC version was equipped with a 228-cubic-inch 6-cylinder engine . It shared much of its mechanicals with the AK Series trucks. This model generation was based on the Chevrolet Advance Design series of pickups. Beginning in 1953,

13680-568: Was marketed until the introduction of the GMT360 series for the 2002 model year. The TrailBlazer's headlamps, which featured daytime running lamps, would be available on various Blazer models until production ended. Upon introduction of the 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and the GMC Envoy , production continued after their successors came to the market, with the Jimmy being sold only in Canada and, in

13800-550: Was not introduced until March 25, 1955, in the middle of the model year that GM called the Chevrolet Task Force/GMC Blue Chip series. All Chevrolet and GMC truck models received new styling that included a flatter hood, front fenders flush with the body, and a trapezoid grille. The trucks' V-shaped speedometer was shared with passenger car models. Engines included I6 and the small-block V8s. Chevrolet used its 265 V8 engine, later evolving it to

13920-401: Was not recommended for towing. Since 1981 (in the wake of the 1973 Arab Oil Embargo and the 1979 energy crisis ), Chevrolet and GMC used the smaller displacement 305s with a 9.2:1 compression ratio. These engines produced nearly as much torque as the 350, giving a similar driving feel. However, these power plants were underpowered and prone to detonation ( engine knocking ), especially with

14040-465: Was refitted with a throttle-body fuel injection system for 1986 in order to improve performance and fuel economy. In order for it to keep being competitive, the Blazer and Jimmy received a new 4.3 L (262 cu in) V6 option for 1988 (also used with the S-10/S-15 pickups, Astro/Safari vans, G-series vans, and C/K 1500 and 2500 trucks), based on the Chevrolet small-block V8 engine , producing

14160-624: Was still called the Full-Size Blazer, while the GMC V-Jimmy was renamed, and straightaway launched as the first generation GMC Yukon , while the smaller S15 Jimmy dropped the prefix and was named the 'Jimmy' from then on. In 1993, the Chevrolet version was renamed back to "Chevrolet Blazer" with the smaller S10 Blazer being renamed "S-Blazer." Unlike prior generations, the GMT400-based Blazer/Yukon did not have

14280-481: Was the Estate option package, offering woodgrain exterior trim (in line with sedan-based wagons); the option was offered through the 1979 model year. Though technically fitted with only with a front bench seat as standard equipment, the Suburban was offered in multiple interior configurations, offering up to nine-passenger seating. Bucket front seats became a front-seat option in 1978, with the third-row seat changed to

14400-659: Was the base trim for past S-10s, was redesignated as the LS.) Exterior and interior size were increased, bumping it up to a mid-sized SUV. The Blazer was Playboy Magazine ' s Truck of the Year for 1995 and was also the unanimous winner of the Motor Trend 1995 Truck of the Year. The 1995 Blazer was also awarded North American Truck of the Year at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The second-generation Blazer

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