How much was a Suburban in 2005?
In 2005, a Chevrolet Suburban typically stickered around $29,000 for the base LS model with two-wheel drive, with higher trims and four-wheel drive pushing the price into the low-to-mid $40,000s for well-equipped LT models. Actual prices varied by region, dealer incentives, and added options.
Pricing landscape in 2005
Here are typical price ranges for common 2005 Suburban configurations:
- LS 2WD: about $29,000
- LS 4WD: about $33,000
- LT 2WD: about $35,000–$38,000
- LT 4WD: about $40,000–$44,000
Prices represent manufacturerMSRP ranges for new vehicles in 2005. Regional differences, dealer markups or discounts, and optional equipment could shift the final sticker price by several thousand dollars in either direction.
What drove the price in 2005
The Suburban’s price point in 2005 was shaped by several factors related to configuration and market conditions. The following elements commonly influenced the sticker price:
- Trim level and drivetrain choices (LS vs. LT; 2WD vs. 4WD) significantly changed the base price.
- Engine options and hardware, including the availability of a more powerful V8 and associated drivetrain packages.
- Optional equipment and packages, such as towing packages, leather upholstery, upgraded audio systems, and sunroofs, which added to the total MSRP.
- Regional market differences and dealer incentives or rebates that could lower the out-the-door price.
- Model-year changes and production costs that could adjust pricing between mid-year and year-end releases.
In practice, these factors meant that a 2005 Suburban could be purchased at a wide range of prices depending on how it was configured and where it was bought.
Summary
The 2005 Suburban offered a spectrum of prices—from the high-$20,000s for base LS models with two-wheel drive to the low-to-mid $40,000s for fully equipped LT versions with four-wheel drive. Buyers could influence price substantially through trim, drivetrain, and optional packages, with regional dealer practices and incentives also playing a role.
