2007 Hummer H3 Full Review - Consumer Guide Automotive

This midsize SUV from General Motors' Hummer brand gets more power and a special trim package for 2007. H3 seats five and shares its underskin design and powertrain with the compact Chevrolet Colorado pickup truck. It retains an inline 5-cyl engine, but '07 versions have 242 hp vs. 220. A 5-speed manual transmission is standard, a 4-speed automatic is optional. H3s come with all-wheel drive that includes low-range gearing. An available Adventure Off-Road Suspension Package includes ultralow transfer case gearing and a locking rear axle. ABS and traction/antiskid control are standard. Curtain side airbags with rollover deployment are optional. H3s have a swing-open rear cargo door with outside-mounted spare tire. New for '07 is H3x trim that includes chrome styling add ons, leather upholstery, and 18-inch wheels vs. standard 16s. OnStar assistance is standard. Options include a sunroof and heated front seats.

Competition

Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Larger than Compact SUVs, Midsize SUVs offer a mix of car- and truck-type construction, V6 and V8 power, and up to eight-passenger seating. This class also includes crossover vehicles.

Our Best Buy choice is the Honda Pilot. Our Recommended picks are the Ford Explorer, Ford Freestyle, Mazda CX-7, Nissan Murano, and Toyota Highlander.

New or significantly redesigned models include the Dodge Nitro, Ford Edge, GMC Acadia, Hyundai Santa Fe, Mazda CX-7, Mazda CX-9, Saturn Outlook, Suzuki XL-7, and Toyota FJ Cruiser.

News

With many buyers still jittery about gas prices and moving away from large SUVs, the baby Hummer now far outsells the bigger, thirstier H2s. The '07 H3 had been rumored for an optional 5.3 V8 or turbocharged 5-cyl engine, but neither has shown up yet. Maybe next year? A more-definite 2008 prospect is the addition of a crew-cab pickup a la the H2 SUT. Spy photos of test prototypes suggest it will be much longer than the H3 wagon, with an extended wheelbase and a bed length of maybe 6 ft or so. The bed is likely to have a side access door to ease cargo shifting. The spare tire reportedly shifts from the tailgate to beneath the bed, where Hummer might find room for a storage compartment too. Keep checking back with us for further details.

A smaller, Jeep Wrangler-size "H4" is still being rumored as a 2009 possibility. Trouble is, GM has no suitable foundation for such a vehicle, and accountants would surely overrule a one-model platform. So unless engineers can work out a cost-effective solution, the H4 hasn't much chance.

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2007 Hummer H3 Road Test

Pros	Cons

Control layout	Fuel economy

Cargo room	Rear-seat room

Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings

Acceleration

Base, auto.	Base w/H3x pkg., nav. sys. auto.	Class Average
4	4	5.2

Good acceleration around town with automatic transmission, but highway passing and merging reserves only adequate. No opportunity yet to test with manual transmission.

Fuel Economy

Base, auto.	Base w/H3x pkg., nav. sys. auto.	Class Average
3	3	4

Test H3 with automatic averaged 17.1 mpg in 100% highway use. H3 uses regular-grade fuel.

Ride Quality

Base, auto.	Base w/H3x pkg., nav. sys. auto.	Class Average
5	6	5.5

Base suspension absorbs low-speed bumps well, but H3 is prone to bobbing, abrupt vertical motions at high speed. Unwanted motions seen less pronounced with 18-inch tires of H3x package. No opportunity to test with off-road suspension.

Steering/Handling/Braking

Base, auto.	Base w/H3x pkg., nav. sys. auto.	Class Average
4	4	4.5

Surprisingly agile. No excessive body lean in turns. Responsive steering has hefty feel. Relatively tight turning circle means good low-speed maneuverability. Good stopping control, though some testers complain of mushy pedal action.

Quietness

Base, auto.	Base w/H3x pkg., nav. sys. auto.	Class Average
5	5	5.6

Tire noise surprisingly well-muffled on models tested. Generally little wind rush, though headwinds generate considerable roar.

Controls

Base, auto.	Base w/H3x pkg., nav. sys. auto.	Class Average
7	6	6.6

A notable improvement in materials quality and general design over larger H2. Simple, white-on-black gauges easy to read in any lighting condition. Most controls fall readily to hand. Navigation system does not absorb audio controls, but has tiny, fussy controls. Power-window switches set too far back on armrest, require awkward contortion to manipulate. Some testers say cup holders interfere with best access to automatic-transmission lever.

Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)

Base, auto.	Base w/H3x pkg., nav. sys. auto.	Class Average
6	6	7

High step-in, but handgrips, available running boards help. Good head, leg, shoulder room. Aft visibility compromised by thick roof pillars, narrow glass openings. Spare tire blocks much of rear window.

Room/Comfort (rear)

Base, auto.	Base w/H3x pkg., nav. sys. auto.	Class Average
4	4	6.1

High step-up and awkwardly shaped door opening complicate entry/exit. Lots of head clearance. Leg room limited for taller passengers. Subpar comfort on low, poorly shaped seat cushion.

Cargo Room

Base, auto.	Base w/H3x pkg., nav. sys. auto.	Class Average
7	7	8

Side-opening single-piece rear hatch large and heavy; a disadvantage in confined quarters. Waist-high load floor makes a chore of loading heavier objects. Large rubber-floored cargo area usefully shaped, suffers little wheel-arch intrusion. Interior storage limited to glovebox, tiny door pockets, small center console.

Value within Class

Base, auto.	Base w/H3x pkg., nav. sys. auto.	Class Average
4	3	5.9

Hummer's smallest offering is also its most sensible SUV. H3 combines comfortable accommodations and decent on-pavement dynamics with off-road proficiency. But a host of like-priced rivals are quieter and offer 6- or 8-cyl engines, all while matching H3's assets.

Total Score

Base, auto.	Base w/H3x pkg., nav. sys. auto.	Class Average
49	48	58.4

Scores for all Midsize Sport-utility Vehicles

Low Score		48
Average Score		58
High Score		69

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2007 Hummer H3 Prices & Equipment

Model Prices

Prices Updated: 04/16/2007

Trim Name	Retail Price	Dealer Invoice	Destination Charge

Base 4-door wagon	$29,405	$27,053	$590

Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker. Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options. The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.

NA = price note available, NC = no charge.

Rebates and Incentives

There are no rebates or incentives at this time.

Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.

Standard Equipment

Base

Powertrain

3.7-liter 5-cylinder engine, 5-speed manual transmission, all-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case, traction control.

Safety

Dual front airbags, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, antiskid system, tire-pressure monitor, daytime running lights.

Comfort and Convenience Features

Air conditioning, OnStar assistance system, power steering, tilt steering wheel, cruise control, cloth upholstery, front bucket seats w/driver-seat lumbar adjustment, center console, cupholders, split folding rear seat, power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, AM/FM/CD player, digital clock, variable-intermittent wipers, automatic day/night rearview mirror, compass, outside-temperature indicator, map lights, visor mirrors, rear defogger, rear wiper/washer, automatic headlights, floormats.

Appearance and Miscellaneous

Theft-deterrent system, rear privacy glass, fog lights, roof rails.

Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires

Front and rear tow hooks, skid plates, outside-mounted full-size spare tire, P265/75R16 tires, alloy wheels.

Optional Equipment

Major Packages	Retail Price	Invoice Price
Adventure Preferred Equipment Group 1SB
Base	$2,075	$1,785
Off-Road Adventure Suspension Pkg. plus chrome alloy wheels.

Luxury Preferred Equipment Group 1SC
Base	$3,230	$2,778
Leather upholstery, heated 8-way power front seats, leather-wrapped steering wheel, Monsoon AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD changer, removable console tray, rubber cargo mat, floormats.

H3x Preferred Equipment Group 1SD
Base	$8,140	$7,489
Luxury Preferred Equipment Group 1SC, Chrome Appearance Pkg. plus chrome brush guard, chrome side steps, roof rack, spare tire cover, unique exterior trim, P265/65R18 on/off-road tires, chrome alloy wheels.

Tactical Edition Pkg.
Base	$2,495	$2,146
Color-keyed grille, brush guard, tubular side steps, spare tire cover, chrome alloy wheels. NA w/Adventure Preferred equipment Group 1SB, Luxury Preferred Equipment Group 1SC, Off-Road Suspension Pkg.

Off-Road Adventure Suspension Pkg.
Base	$1,375	$1,183
Locking rear differential, low-ratio transfer case, off-road suspension, LT285/75R16C on/off-road tires. Requires Luxury Preferred Equipment Group 1SC. NA w/chrome alloy wheels.

Chrome Appearance Pkg.
Base	$400	$344
Chrome door handles and mirror caps.

Trailering Convenience Pkg.
Base	$150	$110
Power outlet, 7-4 pin adapter, hitch cover. Requires Trailering Equipment.

Trailering Equipment
Base	$390	$335
Trailer hitch, wiring harness.

Powertrain
4-speed automatic transmission
Base	$1,695	$1,458


Safety
Curtain side airbags w/rollover deployment
Base	$495	$426


Comfort and Convenience Features
Navigation system
ordered w/Adventure Group 1SB	$2,145	$1,845
ordered w/Luxury Group 1SC or H3x Group 1SD	$1,720	$1,479
Includes Monsoon sound system.

Power sunroof
Base	$950	$817


Monsoon AM/FM/CD/MP3 player
Base	$695	$598


Monsoon AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD changer
Base	$845	$727


Satellite radio
Base	$325	$280


Universal garage door opener
Base	$175	$151
Includes illuminated visor mirrors.

Cargo cover
Base	$50	$43


Rubber floormats
Base	$125	$91


Rubber cargo mat
Base	$70	$51


Appearance and Miscellaneous
Running boards
Base	$520	$380


Tubular side steps
Base	$595	$434


Chrome tubular side steps
Base	$695	$507
Requires Chrome Appearance Pkg.

Color-keyed grille
Base	$400	$344


Brush guard
Base	$600	$438


Chrome fuel door
Base	$185	$135


Roof-mounted off-road lights
Base	$595	$434


Roof marker light bar
Base	$695	$507
NA w/roof-mounted off-road lights.

Engine-block heater
Base	$50	$43


Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
Chrome alloy wheels
Base	$900	$774

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2007 Hummer H3 Specs & Safety

Vehicle Dimensions

Specification	Hummer H3 4-door wagon

Wheelbase, in.	111.9

Overall Length, in.	186.7

Overall Width, in.	85.5

Overall Height, in.	74.5

Curb Weight, lbs.	4700

Cargo Volume, cu. ft.	55.7

Standard Payload, lbs.	1150

Fuel Capacity, gals.	23.0

Seating Capacity	5

Front Head Room, in.	40.6

Max. Front Leg Room, in.	41.9

Rear Head Room, in.	39.9

Max. Rear Leg Room, in.	35.0

Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.

Engines

	dohc I5

Size, liters/cu. in.	3.7 /223

Horsepower @ rpm.	242 @ 5600

Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm.	242 @ 4600

Availability	Standard

EPA City / highway mpg

5-speed manual	15/20

4-speed automatic	15/19

Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft; dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders; V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.

Safety Features

Antilock Brakes

Traction Control

Antiskid System

Front Side Airbags

Curtain Side Airbags

Rear Side Airbags

NHTSA Crash-Test Results

Test	Hummer H3 4-door wagon

Front Impact, Driver	5

Front Impact, Passenger	4

Rollover Resistance	3

Side Impact, Driver	5

Side Impact, Rear Passenger	5

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury: 5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%; 1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%; 2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.

Manufacturer's Warranty

Class	Years/Miles	Comments

Powertrain	5/100,000	--

Bumper-to-bumper	4/50,000	--

Corrosion	6/100,000	--

Free roadside assistance	5/100,000	--

Free scheduled maintenance	None/--	--

Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive. There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for 2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.

Built in: USA

Drivewheels: all-wheel drive

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