2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar vs 2026 Chevrolet Suburban

$61,500 · Crossover

$63,400 · SUV

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical disparity between the 2025 Range Rover Velar (Car 1) and the 2026 Chevrolet Suburban (Car 2) lies in performance metrics, specifically horsepower, with the Suburban offering a substantial 108 hp advantage (355 hp vs. 247 hp). This power gap translates to a 6 MPG efficiency penalty for the Suburban, achieving only 17 combined MPG compared to the Velar's 23 combined MPG, which also benefits from recommending only premium unleaded fuel. While the Velar commands a slightly lower MSRP at $61,500 versus the Suburban's $63,400, the Suburban dominates in utility, boasting a massive 41.5 cu ft of cargo capacity, dwarfing the Velar's 30.9 cu ft. Dimensionally, the Suburban's 226.3-inch length makes the Velar's 188.9 inches seem compact. These figures highlight a clear divergence: the Velar prioritizes efficiency and size balance, while the Suburban emphasizes raw power and maximum hauling capability.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar

The Velar wins for commuters due to its superior 23 combined MPG rating over the Suburban's 17 combined MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Chevrolet Suburban

The Suburban offers substantially more utility with 41.5 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the Velar's 30.9 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Chevrolet Suburban

The Suburban is the clear winner for performance enthusiasts, delivering 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque versus the Velar's 247 hp.

💰 Best Value

2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar

Despite a nearly identical MSRP, the Velar provides significantly better fuel economy, leading to lower running costs.

Choose the Land Rover Range Rover Velar if...

Fuel efficiency is paramount, as the Velar achieves 23 combined MPG.
You prefer a smaller footprint, with the Velar measuring 188.9 inches in length.
You prefer not to use regular unleaded fuel, as the Velar recommends premium.

Choose the Chevrolet Suburban if...

Maximum hauling space is required, utilizing the Suburban's 41.5 cu ft cargo capacity.
Superior straight-line performance is desired, thanks to the Suburban's 355 horsepower.
You require the higher torque output of 383 lb-ft for towing or heavy loads.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Land Rover Range Rover Velar	Chevrolet Suburban
Length	188.9"	226.3"
Width	-	81.1"
Height	66.3"	75.6"
Wheelbase	113.0"	134.1"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Land Rover	Chevrolet
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	2
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Land Rover	Chevrolet
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	5.3 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	V8
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	247 hp @ 5000 rpm	355 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque	269 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm	383 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Overhead valves (OHV)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Land Rover	Chevrolet
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	rear wheel drive
Transfer Case Gearing	Electronic Single-Speed	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	—
Rear Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Land Rover	Chevrolet
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	22/26 MPG	15/20 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	23 MPG	17 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	475.2/561.6 mi.	420.0/560.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	21.6 gal.	28.0 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Land Rover	Chevrolet
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	—
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	—
Simulated Alloy Trim on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	—
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	—
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Leatherette Steering Wheel	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	—	✓
Sun Sensor	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Land Rover	Chevrolet
Infotainment Display	11.4 in	17.7 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Meridian Speakers	✓	—
Stereo Power	400W	—
Speaker System	11	6
Subwoofer Count	1	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	With Real Time Traffic	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	—
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Land Rover	Chevrolet
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	—
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Land Rover	Chevrolet
Front Head Room	38.2 in.	42.3 in.
Front Leg Room	40.3 in.	44.5 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	2-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	—
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	6-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	2-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Front Shoulder Room	—	65.6 in.
Front Hip Room	—	61.5 in.
Seat Material: Premium Cloth	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Land Rover	Chevrolet
Rear Head Room	38.0 in.	38.9 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.2 in.	42.0 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Rear Shoulder Room	—	64.6 in.
Rear Hip Room	—	61.3 in.
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Land Rover	Chevrolet
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	19 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Full Size Non-Matching
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	—	18 x 8.5 in
Tire Size	—	265/65R18

Suspension

Feature	Land Rover	Chevrolet
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Land Rover	Chevrolet
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ 100000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	1 yr./ unlimited mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar and 2026 Chevrolet Suburban.

How much larger is the 2026 Chevrolet Suburban in physical size compared to the 2025 Range Rover Velar?

The Suburban is substantially larger, measuring 226.3 inches in length compared to the Velar's 188.9 inches. Furthermore, the Suburban stands 75.6 inches tall, providing an extra 9.3 inches of height over the Velar's 66.3 inches.

What is the specific advantage the Suburban offers regarding engine output?

The 2026 Suburban provides 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque, a significant increase over the Velar's 247 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque. This translates to a 108 hp advantage for the Suburban.

Which vehicle has better operational fuel economy and what is the difference?

The 2025 Range Rover Velar is more efficient, achieving 23 combined MPG, whereas the 2026 Suburban is rated at 17 combined MPG. This results in a 6 MPG advantage for the Velar.

Are there differences in the type of fuel required for these vehicles?

Yes, the 2025 Range Rover Velar requires premium unleaded fuel, while the 2026 Chevrolet Suburban operates on regular unleaded, which may influence long-term ownership costs.

How does the cargo space compare between the two models?

The Chevrolet Suburban offers significantly more storage space, providing 41.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity, which substantially exceeds the Range Rover Velar's 30.9 cubic feet.

Considering the MSRP, which vehicle offers a better initial price point?

The 2025 Range Rover Velar has a slightly lower MSRP at $61,500, while the 2026 Chevrolet Suburban starts at $63,400. The $1,900 difference favors the Velar initially.