The 2008 Suburban gets a very good performance score. despite its size. USA Today says that the "Suburban is not for everybody. But those who need its extra size will be rewarded with a slick-looking. well-furnished. easy-driving truck that's both powerful and -- by the standards of its class -- easy on fuel. The 6. 0-liter three-quarter ton Chevrolet Suburban comes with an eight-cylinder engine. four speed transmission. rear-wheel drive and a trailering suspension system. The four-wheel drive three-quarter ton truck. which has the maximum capacity. hauls up to 9. 00 pounds behind it. Most reviewers praise the Suburban's towing capabilities and said its towing capacity might be reason enough to buy the truck. "There are some people who need a big. powerful vehicle that can carry eight adults and tow a four-ton trailer. says the Orlando Sentinel. reflecting the view of many reviewers. On Feb-27-15 at 10:48:08 PST. seller added the following information: 3. 73 gears