Quick answer
The 1999 GMC Suburban, the latest model year on record, is 219.7″ long, 76.8″ wide and 72″ tall on a 131.5″ wheelbase, and weighs 5,465 lb. At 18.3 ft it fits a standard garage but overhangs an 18-foot street space.
Every GMC Suburban generation, measured
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985–1987 | 219.3″ | 79.5″ | 75.2″ | 129.5″ | 4,519 lb |
| 1994–1999 | 219.7″ | 76.8″ | 70.1″ | 131.5″ | 5,154 lb |
ROWS 2·SOURCE NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada
Suburban year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 219.7″ | 76.8″ | 131.5″ | 4 | |
| 1998 | 219.7″ | 76.8″ | 131.5″ | 4 | |
| 1997 | 219.7″ | 76.8″ | 131.5″ | 4 | |
| 1996 | 219.7″ | 76.8″ | 131.5″ | 4 | |
| 1995 | 219.7″ | 76.8″ | 131.5″ | 4 | |
| 1994 | 219.7″ | 76.8″ | 131.5″ | 4 | |
| 1987 | 219.3″ | 79.5″ | 129.5″ | 2 | |
| 1986 | 219.3″ | 79.5″ | 129.5″ | 2 | |
| 1985 | 219.3″ | 79.5″ | 129.5″ | 2 |
ROWS 9·SOURCE Transport Canada vehicle specifications
Suburban on the used market
In 117 Suburban listings we have collected since June 2026, the 1994–1999 car is the most common: 98 of them (84%), at an average asking price of $5,570.
| Generation | Listings | Share | Average asking price | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994–1999 | 98 | 84% | $5,570 | 186,047 mi |
| Other years | 19 | 16% | $6,050 | 175,490 mi |
ROWS 2·SOURCE ForCar, US used-car listings collected since June 2026
Will a Suburban fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 18.3 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 18.3 ft | Overhangs — expect a tight squeeze |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 6.4 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
ROWS 3·SOURCE ForCar, computed from vehicle dimensions
Against cars of the same length
| Measure | This car | Typical of 207 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 76.8″ | 78.3″ | −1.5″ |
| Wheelbase | 131.5″ | 128″ | +3.5″ |
| Curb weight | 5,465 lb | 4,925 lb | +540 lb |
ROWS 3·SOURCE ForCar, computed across vehicles of similar length
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 1999 Suburban bigger than the 1998?
No. The 1999 and 1998 Suburban are the same size and weight.
Dimensions from NHTSA vPIC and Transport Canada vehicle records, manufacturer-declared for 9 Suburban model years, 1985 to 1999. Metric values converted to inches and pounds; generation boundaries are estimated from changes in size (how we measure). Last updated Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.
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