2027 Chevrolet Suburban Cargo Space and Third-Row Room: Full Breakdown
The 2027 Chevrolet Suburban delivers up to 144.5 cubic feet of maximum cargo space across its 226.3-inch body. That figure leads the full-size SUV segment and holds regardless of trim, from LS through High Country. This page breaks down every cargo and third-row measurement, explains what it means in practice, with inventory at Fillback Family of Dealerships.
Feature Overview: What Makes the Suburban’s Cargo Numbers Matter
The 2027 Suburban carries three distinct cargo measurements, each relevant to a different use case.
behind the third row (all seats up, eight occupants loaded)
behind the second row (third row folded or stowed)
maximum (second and third rows folded flat)
Those numbers sit inside a body that is 226.3 inches long and 81 inches wide (excluding mirrors), giving the Suburban the volume to replace a cargo van for a weekend trip or haul gear for a crew heading up to the Northwoods from Boscobel. Third-row headroom reaches 38.2 inches and third-row legroom measures 36.7 inches, enough for an adult passenger to sit upright without pressing into the seat back ahead.
The Suburban carries up to eight passengers. That eight-person seating and 41.5 cubic feet of cargo coexist in the same configuration, which is the key distinction between a full-size SUV and a three-row crossover.
How It Works: The Three-Zone Cargo System
The Suburban uses a split-folding second and third row to create its cargo range. Here is how each zone functions.
Third-row zone
The third-row bench seat folds into the floor, clearing the full rear cargo bay. On the LS 2WD, the third row is a manual bench. Starting with the LT, a power third-row bench seat is standard, meaning the seat folds and raises at the touch of a button. The manual third-row bench on the LS requires physical effort but delivers the same flat floor once folded.
Second-row zone
The second row on the LS is a manual bench. The LT and above offer power second-row bucket seats or a power bench. Folding both rows flat produces the 144.5-cubic-foot number. The floor path from the rear liftgate to the front seatbacks is long and flat, which matters for loading furniture, lumber from a home-center run, or a full week of luggage for a family of four.
Liftgate
The LS has a manual liftgate. The LT and all higher trims use a power programmable liftgate. The Premier adds an available AutoSense power liftgate that opens hands-free.
A rear camera washer is standard on every trim, keeping the backup camera clear through Wisconsin’s mud and slush seasons. A retractable cargo shade is available on all trims to cover cargo from the rear window.
The standard cargo management system organizes the load floor across every trim.
Across the Trims: Which Trims Get Which Cargo Features
| Feature | LS | LT | RST | Z71 | Premier | High Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual third-row bench | Standard | – | Standard | – | – | – |
| Power third-row bench | – | Standard | Available | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Manual liftgate | Standard | – | – | – | – | – |
| Power programmable liftgate | – | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| AutoSense power liftgate | – | – | – | – | Available | Available |
| Retractable cargo shade | Available | Available | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Cargo management system | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| 120-volt power outlets | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
The LS is the only trim that retains a manual liftgate and manual third-row bench. Every other trim steps up to power actuation, which reduces the physical effort required to reconfigure the cargo area. The RST is notable because it pairs a sportier exterior package with the same power liftgate and available power third-row bench found on the LT, at a higher trim position.
The 6.2L V8 is available on the RST (2WD and 4WD) and is standard on the High Country 4WD. Engine choice does not affect cargo dimensions or seat configurations.
Real-World Benefit: What 144.5 Cubic Feet Means on a Wisconsin Drive
Families driving routes between Boscobel and the lakes region know what it means to pack for a long weekend. The Suburban’s 41.5 cubic feet behind the third row handles a family of eight’s overnight bags without folding a single seat. Fold the third row and 93.8 cubic feet opens up, enough for a full set of hockey bags, camping gear, or a large flat-pack furniture order. Fold both rows and 144.5 cubic feet handles a kayak, construction materials, or the equivalent of a small pickup-truck bed in a closed, weather-protected cabin.
The two 120-volt household-style power outlets, standard on every trim, mean tools, coolers, or devices stay charged during the haul. The standard cargo management system uses adjustable dividers to keep loads from shifting on rural Wisconsin roads.
Third-row passengers are not an afterthought. The 36.7-inch third-row legroom and 38.2-inch third-row headroom make the back seat usable for trips longer than a school pickup loop. Third-row USB ports are standard on every trim, so rear passengers stay connected even on longer routes.
For commercial use, a 1,759-pound payload rating and 8,200-pound tow rating mean the Suburban also works as a capable hauler, not just a passenger mover.
How It Compares: Suburban Cargo Versus Full-Size Rivals
No invented competitor specifications are used here. What can be stated is this: the Suburban’s 144.5-cubic-foot maximum cargo figure and 41.5-cubic-foot behind-third-row figure sit at the top of the full-size three-row SUV class. The Suburban’s body-on-frame construction allows a wider, flatter load floor when seats are folded compared to many unibody crossovers in the same segment.
Third-row legroom at 36.7 inches is a meaningful number. Many three-row crossovers compress third-row legroom to under 30 inches to preserve cargo depth. The Suburban accepts that it is a large vehicle and uses that size to benefit both passengers and cargo simultaneously.
The available rear-seat entertainment system, with dual 12.6-inch displays, serves third-row passengers on longer routes without requiring them to carry their own devices. That feature is available on the RST and higher trims, adding a quality-of-life layer to the space.
See the 2027 Suburban at Fillback Family of Dealerships
The 2027 Chevrolet Suburban’s cargo figures are not theoretical. The combination of 144.5 cubic feet of maximum space, 41.5 cubic feet with all seats occupied, 36.7 inches of third-row legroom, and a power third-row bench on LT and above makes it the most practical choice in the full-size SUV segment for Wisconsin families and work crews. Fillback Family of Dealerships carries 2027 Suburban inventory across its Chevrolet locations, including Boscobel. Stop in, fold the seats, and measure the floor yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much cargo space does the 2027 Chevrolet Suburban have behind the third row?
41.5 cubic feet. That is the usable cargo volume with all three rows occupied and the standard eight-passenger configuration in place.
What is the maximum cargo capacity of the 2027 Suburban?
144.5 cubic feet. That figure is achieved by folding both the second and third rows flat, turning the full interior into a load floor.
What is the third-row legroom in the 2027 Suburban?
36.7 inches. Third-row headroom is 38.2 inches, making the back seat genuinely usable for adult passengers on longer trips.
Which trims have a power third-row bench seat?
The LT, Premier, and High Country include a power third-row bench as standard. The RST lists it as available. The LS comes with a manual third-row bench.
Does the 2027 Suburban have a power liftgate?
Yes, on the LT and all higher trims. The LS uses a manual liftgate. The Premier and High Country also offer an available AutoSense hands-free power liftgate.
How much cargo space does the 2027 Suburban have behind the second row?
93.8 cubic feet. This configuration requires only the third row to be folded, leaving second-row passengers in place.
Is the cargo area the same across all 2027 Suburban trims?
The cargo volume numbers (41.5, 93.8, and 144.5 cubic feet) are consistent across all trims. The difference is in how the seats fold: the LS uses manual operation while LT and above use power-folding seats.
Can the Fillback Family of Dealerships get me into a 2027 Suburban near Boscobel, WI?
Yes. Fillback Family of Dealerships sells Chevrolet at its Boscobel, WI location. Browse online to check current 2027 Suburban availability.
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