Built to Roam: 3 Large SUVs Made for the Great Outdoors
Are you looking for an off-road-ready SUV that’s big enough to bring the whole family and all your gear on that next big adventure? These three models from GMC, Chevy, and Ford are top contenders.
With off-roading growing in popularity every year, more automakers than ever are manufacturing off-road-ready SUVs of all sizes. These top three large off-road SUVs won’t just take you off the beaten path. They’ll get you there in style and comfort.
1. GMC Yukon and Yukon XL AT4 Ultimate
Are you looking for a vehicle that can take you and your family off the beaten path in style and supreme comfort? One of the most impressive off-road-ready SUVs is the GMC Yukon AT4 Ultimate.
This luxury SUV is packed with amenities and loaded with everything you could need for off-road gear. The GMC Yukon AT4 Ultimate comes standard with magnetic ride control dampers, an electronic limited-slip rear differential, and four-corner air suspension.
While the GMC Yukon AT4 Ultimate is capable, that’s not the only thing that sets it apart from the competition. You’ll also get quality materials like leather and Ash Burl wood accents, massive interior displays, and all the amenities you’d expect from a top luxury SUV.
If you want to upsize slightly more, the GMC Yukon XL AT4 Ultimate offers all the same capabilities and amenities in a slightly larger package than the regular Yukon.
2. Chevy Suburban Z71
The Chevrolet Suburban is one of the largest SUVs available. For the past few years, it’s also come in an off-road-ready variant: the Suburban Z71. This rugged off-road model has everything you need to get off the beaten path comfortably.
Like the GMC Yukon AT4, the Chevrolet Suburban Z71 has all the right gear for off-roading successfully, including an independent rear suspension, magnetic ride control dampers, four-corner air suspension, and large AT tires.
The Chevy Suburban Z71 also features skidplates, a high-clearance front bumper, an electronic limited-slip rear differential, and off-road drive modes. The Suburban Z71 comes standard with a 5.3L V-8 but is also available with a 420-hp 6.2L V-8 or a 3.0L Duramax diesel I-6 engine.
The downside of the Suburban Z71 trim? It’s the only model in the lineup that doesn’t come with available Super Cruise hands-free driving.
3. Jeep Wagoneer Overland Edition
What list of off-road-ready vehicles would be complete without at least one Jeep? In this case, it’s the Jeep Wagoneer Overland Edition. The Wagoneer Overland Edition is a special edition model of Jeep’s full-size SUV designed to be as off-road-ready as possible.
The Jeep Wagoneer Overland Edition features a Quadra-Lift air suspension, two-speed transfer case, skid plates, and 32-inch AT tires, among other upgrades and customizations. It’s also packed with creature comforts.
The Wagoneer Overland Edition comes standard with tri-zone automatic climate control, wireless smartphone charging, Nappa leather seating, a tri-pane panoramic sunroof, and other niceties.