2005 Hummer H2: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

Hummer's H2 4-dr wagon is joined by a version with a pickup-trucklike cargo bed for 2005. Both borrow styling from the military-based H1, but are designed as smaller, more-civilized, less-costly SUVs. The H2 wagon and new H2 SUT are built by AM General in Indiana from a General Motors design and are sold through GM dealers. They get their 6.0-liter V8, 4-speed automatic transmission, and major chassis components from GM's large trucks and SUVs.

The wagon has standard seating for five; a single-passenger 3rd-row seat is optional. The SUT seats five, and replaces the wagon's enclosed cargo area with a 3-ft-long, 5-ft-wide open cargo bed. The SUT features GM's midgate wall that folds along with the rear seat to extend the length of the bed to 6 ft. The midgate also has a power-retractable window. Both H2s have AWD and are designed for severe off-road use with low-range gearing and a locking rear differential. Standard features include ABS, 17-inch wheels, and heated leather front and 2nd-row seats. Towing capacity is 7000 lb. OnStar assistance and a split folding 2nd-row bench seat are included. Side airbags are unavailable. Options include an Adventure group with self-leveling rear air suspension and a navigation system.

COMPETITION

Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 17 classes based on size, price, and market position. Based on mainstream Large SUVs, Premium Large SUVs are really super-sized luxury liners. All are powerful, pricey, and extremely thirsty at the pump.

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