2007 Hummer H2 Review

The 2007 Hummer H2 combines the trademark awesome power of the Hummer brand for off-road driving with an interior that offers ample space and plentiful amenities. The H2 ($54,255) is available in the base model, the Adventure ($56,785), and the Luxury ($59,120) trim levels.

Under the hood you'll find a 325 horsepower V8 with an automatic transmission with four speeds. Control of the throttle is variable to achieve differing progressions for acceleration on the road and another for slower more rugged conditions. Fuel tank capacity on the H2 is 32 gallons.

In the cabin, the seats are trimmed in leather and offer eight levels of adjustment. Seats in both rows split and fold according to the 60/40 configuration. A single seat covered in vinyl can be added in the third row position, which will bring the vehicle's maximum carrying capacity to five. The H2 will clear obstacles of 9.7 inches and can drive through water at a depth of 20 inches. Towed loads can reach 6,700 lbs. and payloads 2,200 lbs.

Occupants in the 2007 Hummer H2 are protected by twin front airbags. Data is displayed on a central information unit and a year of the OnStar service is included. The remote provides access to the vehicle without the key and a panic button is included. Bose supplies the audio system, which plays over nine speakers. Rear passengers enjoy separate controls for audio playback as well as jacks for headphones. The mirror includes displays for direction and outside temperature and incorporates a transmitter to open garage doors. (There is also an option for the installation of a DVD-based system to the rear of the head rests.)

2008 Hummer H3 Review

Even when the model was first introduced two years ago, it was obvious that the smallest vehicle in Hummer's line-up was woefully underpowered. The 2008 Hummer H3 changes that - sort of. The base model still comes with a 3.7 liter, 242 horsepower five-cylinder in-line Vortec engine that provides 242 pounds/feet of torque. More exciting, however, is the souped up H3 Alpha, which has a 5.3 liter, 295 horsepower V8 engine, offering 317 pounds/feet of torque and 6,000 pounds of towing capacity (3,000 for the base model.) All H3's come standard with four-wheel-drive, traction control, and stability control, and a choice of either an automatic or manual transmission.

Inside the H3, there is little that is different from last year's model. The front seats are still bucket-style, while the back seat is a fairly standard 60/40 split bench, which means total occupancy is five people. While heated leather seats are an optional upgrade, cloth upholstery is standard, except for the steering wheel, which is wrapped in perforated leather. In the Alpha, there are "Alpha" badges on the front head restraints, and over the horn.

Other features of the 2008 Hummer H3 include remote entry, and three power outlets, as well as a basic AM/FM Radio/CD player. Available upgrades include a Monsoon sound system with a six CD changer, and the addition of either OnStar or a DVD-based navigational system.

Standard safety features include side-curtain airbags as well as anti-lock brakes and a tire-pressure monitoring system, as well as an optional rear-view camera, if the GPS system is purchased as well.

Unlike many SUVs, the 2008 Hummer H3 actually handles quite well off-road, and people who participate in off-road activities may want to know that this year's model can cross 16 inches of water at 20 mph, or, if it slows to 5 mph, it can ford water up to 2 feet deep.

Starting MSRPs are $30,080 for the base model H3, and $38,645 for the Alpha.