Wikicars - User contributions [en]

HUMMER

2007-01-23T13:38:38Z

65.9.57.185:

{{List Of Hummer Models}}

'''Hummer''' is a marque of vehicles sold by [[General Motors]]. For the military vehicles on which the trademark is based see [[HMMWV]]. In May 2006, GM announced that it is discontinuing the H1.

==History==
Hummers were traditionally built by [[AM General]] Corporation, formerly the heavy industries division of [[American Motors Corporation|American Motors]], in its Mishawaka, Indiana assembly plant. AM General had planned to sell a civilian version of the Hummer as far back as the late 1980s. In 1990, two matching white Hummers were driven from London, UK to Beijing, People's Republic of China over the rough roads of the central Soviet Union. The Hummers made the drive with ease, and highlights of this journey were broadcast on ESPN in the United States. The publicity would pale in comparison to the attention that the [[HMMWV]] received for its service in Operation: Desert Storm the following year.

In 1991, [[AM General]] began selling a civilian version of the M998 [[High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle]] (HMMWV or Hum-Vee) vehicle to the public under the brand name '''Hummer'''. According to legend, they began doing so after Arnold Schwarzenegger asked them to; apparently, he was impressed by a convoy of Hum-Vees that drove by while filming "Kindergarten Cop" in 1990. In 1999, AM General sold the brand name to General Motors but continued to manufacture the vehicles. GM is responsible for the marketing and distribution of all Hummers produced by AM General. In the next few years, GM introduced two new homegrown models, the [[Hummer H2|H2]] and [[Hummer H3|H3]], and renamed the original vehicle to H1. AM General continues to build the H1 and is contracted by GM to produce the H2. The H3 is built in Shreveport, LA.

As of 2004, Hummer has gone international with selected importers and distributors in Europe and other markets. It has only been sold in small volumes, but some celebrities and business people have bought Hummers to satisfy their curiosity. Markets such as Australia have shown interest in Hummers with importers converting the latest H3 to right hand drive despite GM not officially selling the brand in Australia.

From 2006, GM will be building/assembling the Hummer H3 at the Port Elizabeth plant in South Africa to make Hummers internationally available. Hummers at the Port Elizabeth plant will be built for local South African consumption and exported to Australia, the United Kingdom and Japan.

The H2 is also assembled in Kaliningrad, Russia, by Avtotor, starting in June 2004. The plant produces a few hundred vehicles annually, and its output is limited to local consumption only (five dealers in Russia initially).

On May 12, 2006, [[GM]] announced it would cease production of the original [[H1]] Hummer.

Recently [[Rick Wagoner]] said at the [[Los Angeles Auto Show]] said that the Hummer Brand of trucks will be on Biofuel.

==Evaluation==
The first two Hummer models are large, heavy vehicles with large engines and complex drivelines. The [[Hummer H3|H3]] is smaller and geared more towards people who want an everyday SUV. They also feature aggressive styling and advertising, setting them apart from competing models. This has made them a target of criticism, as many people view Hummers as ill-suited for use as a passenger vehicle on public streets. As fuel prices have risen, detractors have also singled out the Hummer as an egregious waster of resources—a charge based largely on the Hummer's fuel consumption and size.

Since both the H1 and H2 can weigh over 8,500 lb (3855 kg)(GVWR), the United States fuel economy regulations do not apply to them. GM does not disclose their expected fuel economy ratings, and the company is not required to display a Monroney sticker on the vehicles, although that is to change by 2011 under regulations announced in March 2006. However, expected [[Miles per gallon|mpg]] ratings can be derived from their fuel capacity and range ratings. These metrics show that the [[Diesel]] H1 is expected to reach 16 [[Miles per gallon|mpg]] (U.S.), while the H2 should get 9.6 mpg. ''Car and Driver'' magazine observed 12 mpg with their H2 SUV.

When GM discontinued the H1 in May of 2006, the Sierra Club's Daniel Becker remarked, "It's one thing if it's carrying soldiers to and from a fight, it's another if it's hauling lattes home from Starbucks." Becker maintains the Sierra Club's Hummerdinger website.

==Hummer H1 vs HMMWV==
The Hummer H1 is basically a HMMWV built for civilian use, hence it has no armor or weapons. However, the drivetrain, frame, body, suspension, etc, are exactly the same. The H1 differs from the HMMWV in the fact that it has a civilian interior, including trim, comfortable seats, stereo, and Air Conditioning as standard options. Innovations introduced in the civilian Hummer to satisfy the demanding consumer have been later incorporated into improved military versions.

==Models==
[[Image:800px-2006_Hummer_H3_H1_and_H2.jpg|right|thumb|400px|2006 Hummer lineup: [[Hummer H3|H3]], [[Hummer H1|H1]], and [[Hummer H2|H2]] (L-R)]]
There are three current and possibly two future models in the Hummer line:
* [[Hummer H1]]
* [[Hummer H2]]
** Hummer H2 [[Sports Utility Truck|SUT]]
* [[Hummer H3]]
** [[Hummer H3x]]
* [[Hummer H4]]
* Hummer Hx

==Licensing==
General Motors has been very active in licensing the Hummer brand. Various companies have licensed the Hummer trademarks for use on colognes, flashlights, bicycles, laptops, apparel, jewelry, CD players and other items.

==Hummers in popular culture==
*California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger was the first private citizen to own a Hummer and continues to own several.
*Additionally, many rappers enjoy driving Hummers, namely 50 Cent.
*In the car chase scene in The Rock, Sean Connery's character drives a Hummer H1.
*Hummer H2s can be seen on CSI Miami. The investigators, most notably Horatio Caine, drive them to the crime scenes.
*The character Vincent Chase on the HBO television series ''Entourage'' owns a yellow H2.
*Nearly a decade before the Hummer was available to the general public, Car and Driver named the Humvee as the #1 vehicle to own in New York City, citing its ability to handle uneven terrain.

==See also==
*[[Jeep]]
*[[High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle]] (Hum-Vee)
*[[Lamborghini Cheetah]]
*[[Lamborghini LM002]]

==External links==
''' Official Site '''
* [http://www.amgeneral.com AM General official site]
* [http://www.hummer.com GM's HUMMER homepage]

''' Enthusiast Forums and Sites '''
* [http://www.humvee.net A HUMMER enthusiast site]
*[http://www.hummerguy.net Hummer News and Opinion] Hummer News and Opinion from and experienced off-road instructor
* [http://www.hummernetwork.com The HUMMER Network] - HUMMER enthusiast site, Parent site of above
* [http://www.amghummer.com A Hummer Technical Info site]
* [http://www.i3ds.com/hummer/index2.html Hummer License Plates, Jokes and much more]
* [http://bloggeroffline.blogspot.com/2005/12/most-environmentally-friendly-military.html Shadow RST-V Humvee Diesel/electric]
* [http://www.roadtests.com/research/hummer/ RoadTests.com - Hummer] Reviews, specs, and pictures.

''' Criticism Sites '''

* [http://www.blogsnotbombs.com/leftwingnut/hummerhome.htm A Hummer criticism site] 
* [http://greenhummerproject.org/ Green Hummer Project]
* [http://www.sierraclubplus.org/hummerdinger/ HummerDinger], maintained by the Sierra Club.
* [http://www.fuh2.com/ FUH2], which catalogs contributed photos of people flipping off hummers.
* [http://www.flipoffhummers.com/], a creative and interesting site aimed at flipping the beasts off.

{{General Motors brands}}
{{Hummer}}

[[Category:Makes]]
[[Category:Automobile manufacturers]]
[[Category:General Motors]]
[[Category:Hummer]]
[[Category:Indiana]]
[[Category:Off-road vehicles]]
[[Category:Prestige vehicles]]

Hummer H3

2007-01-23T13:37:31Z

65.9.57.185: /* Hybrid Models */

[[Image:greyh3.jpg|thumb|400px|right|'''The 2006 [[Hummer]] H3''']]
The '''[[Hummer]] H3''' is a vehicle from [[General Motors Corporation|General Motors]]' [[Hummer]] division, introduced in 2005. The H3 is the smallest of the three [[Hummer]] models, and though the H3 concept car was a [[Trucks|pickup truck]], the final vehicle is a conventional [[Sport utility vehicle|SUV]]. Its "''GMT345''" platform is based on the "''GMT355''" which underpins the [[Chevrolet Colorado]] and [[GMC Canyon]] pickup trucks.

The H3 is built at [[General Motors|GM]]'s Shreveport, Louisiana factory. Export versions will also be produced at the [[General Motors]] South Africa facility in Struandale, Port Elizabeth, South Africa.

In the American market, the H3 is priced from $29,500 to just under $40,000. Sales have been strong, with the 33,140 sold in 2005 making up 58% of Hummer's total sales for the year. For the first two months of 2006, 8,071 H3s were sold, 74% of all Hummer sales.

The 2006 [[Hummer]] H3 is an all-new, mid-sized, five-passenger sport utility vehicle that carries the military-inspired design cues and amazing off-road capabilities of the [[Hummer H1]] and [[Hummer H2|H2]], but puts them in a smaller, more affordable package. The H3 provides the level of equipment that luxury-vehicle buyers expect, even though this [[Hummer]]'s base price is less than $30,000.

In an era of high gasoline prices, the appeal of the [[Hummer]] H3 is increased by its fuel economy ratings. While its larger siblings average only 10 or 12 miles per gallon, the H3 is rated at 20 miles per gallon on the highway with its standard five-speed manual transmission or 19 mpg when equipped with an optional four-speed [[automatic transmission|automatic]]. Both transmissions are rated at 16 mpg in city driving.

See Wikicars' comprehensive '''[[Hummer H3 Review]]'''.

===Recent Changes===
Introduced at the 2006 North American International Auto Show, the '''[[Hummer]] H3x''' is a trim update to the [[Hummer]] H3. Added chrome and body-colored parts differentiate it from the standard H3.

The 5.3L ''Vortec 5300'' [[V8]] is expected to be added to the model for the 2007 model year, with a diesel added later.

====Specifications====
The H3 uses the 3.5L (3464cc) ''Atlas'' straight-5 engine. The same engine that is used in the [[Chevrolet Colorado]]/[[GMC Canyon]] [[Trucks|pickup trucks]]. This 20-valve [[Overhead Camshafts|DOHC]] unit produces 220-[[HP|hp]] (164kW) at 5600rpm and 225ft·lbs (305N·m) at 2800rpm. It is available with a 5-speed [[manual transmission|manual]] or 4-speed [[automatic transmission]]. Its 111.9-inch wheelbase is 1.1-inches shorter than the ''GMT360'' [[SUV]]s. It includes an electronically-controlled dual-speed transfer case and electronic locking differential.

Since it is rated at less than 8500 lbs. (GVWR), [[Hummer]] is required to provide official fuel economy ratings. It is rated at 16 MPG in the city cycle with both transmissions and 19 MPG with the [[automatic transmission|automatic]] or 20 MPG with the manual on the highway. While the [[Hummer H2]] will ford 20-inches of water, the H3 will handle 24-inches of water. The H3 is the only vehicle in its class to have a 2-speed transfer case standard.

===Styles and Major Options===
''For off-road enthusiasts, [[Hummer]]'s put together the '''Adventure Package''':''
* Off-Road Suspension Package
** Fully locking rear differential
** 4.03:1 2-speed transfer case
** 33-inch LT285/75R16C
* Front and rear carpeted floor mats

''For those interested in a few more creature comforts [[Hummer]]'s put together the '''Luxury Package''':''
* Leather trimmed front and rear seats
* Heated front seats with 8-way power adjustment
* Leather-wrapped steering wheel
* Front and rear carpeted floor mats
* [[In-Dash 6-Disc CD]] changer with AM/FM stereo and premium 7-speaker Monsoon sound system

''For those who want the best of both worlds, [[Hummer]]'s put together the '''Off-Road Suspension Package and Luxury Package''':''
* Combined for the ultimate on and off-roading experience

===Pricing===
Today's actual prices for the [[Hummer]] H3 can be found at [http://www.carsdirect.com/hummer/h3_suv/prices CarsDirect].

[[image:muddyhummer1.jpg|frame|right|Endless offroad capabilities of the '''[[Hummer]] H3''']]<table border=1 tablecolor=#000000 bordercolor=#000008>
<tr bgcolor=#cccccc>
<td colspan=3>
'''2006 [[Hummer]] H3 Pricing'''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#66ccff>
<td>
''MSRP''
</td>
<td>
''Invoice''
</td>
<td>
''Resale Value''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
$35,955
</td>
<td>
$29,500
</td>
<td>
$28,325
</td>
</tr>
</table>

<table border=1 tablecolor=#000000 bordercolor=#000008>
<tr bgcolor=#cccccc>
<td colspan=3>
'''2007 [[Hummer]] H3 Pricing'''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#66ccff>
<td>
''MSRP''
</td>
<td>
''Invoice''
</td>
<td>
''Resale Value''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
$37,475
</td>
<td>
$29,355
</td>
<td>
$36,000
</td>
</tr>
</table>

===Gas Mileage===
As seen on the [http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/findacar.htm FuelEconomy.gov] website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows:

<table border=1 tablecolor=#000000 bordercolor=#000008>
<tr bgcolor=#cccccc>
<td colspan=2>
'''H3 Transmission'''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
5-Syl. 3.5L, [[manual transmission|Manual]]
</td>
<td>
5-Syl. 3.5L, [[automatic transmission|Automatic]]
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan=2 bgcolor=#cccccc>
'''MPG'''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
16/20
</td>
<td>
16/19
</td>
</tr>
</table>

===Reliability===
The all-new [[Hummer]] H3 offers outstanding off-road capabilities and, because of its smaller width, can fit into places where the bigger [[Hummer]]s can't go. The H3 also is an affordable [[Hummer]]. Its base price is less than $30,000. You can equip one with leather and power seats and with an [[automatic transmission]] and [[Electronic Stability Control|stability control]] and you're still in the mid-$30,000 range, the heart of the mid-size SUV market. You're also spending nearly $10,000 less than you'd pay for the [[Land Rover LR3]], perhaps the only vehicle in the category that might challenge the H3 off pavement.

===Safety===
The 2006 [[Hummer]] H3 ranks '''sixth''' safety among the most popular luxury [[SUV]]s sold on the market today.[http://www.autos.com/autos/rankings_safety?cat=suvs&segment=luxury_suvs&rank=safety&year=0]

===Photos===
[[Image:hummerfromtop.jpg||frame|Aerial view of the '''[[Hummer]] H3''', shown with optinal [[Sunroof|moonroof]]]]
[[Image:hummerroof.jpg||frame|2006 '''[[Hummer]] H3''' Interior]]
[[Image:hummercargo.jpg||frame|The versatile '''[[Hummer]] H3'''s cargo section]]

===Colors===
* Black
* Birch White
* Boulder Grey Metallic
* Shadow Green Metallic
* Yellow
* Superior Blue Metallic
* Victory Red
* Slate Blue Metallic

===Main Competitors===
* [[Jeep Grand Cherokee]]
* [[Land Rover LR3]]
* [[Nissan Pathfinder]]
* [[Toyota 4Runner]]

==Hybrid Models==
No plans to "''[[Hybrid Cars|hybridize]]''" this "gas-guzzling road-mongrel"...yet, however it's going on Biofuel engine in a few years.

==Unique Attributes==

==Criticisms==
* Some critics have argued that 220-[[HP|hp]] is not enough for a mid-size [[SUV]].

==Generations==
===First Generation/Origins (2006-present)===
The H3 draws its power from a 3.5L, inline five-cylinder engine that generates 220-[[HP|horsepower]], which we found a sufficient output to accelerate this vehicle smartly up to freeway speeds.

The H3 delivers serious off-road capability. But it also offers comfortable and quiet performance on the highway and is as capable at squeezing into tight parking spaces as it is picking its way over boulders on "The Rubicon Trail". It's an impressive balance. And the pricing is compelling. Many H3 buyers will want the "Luxury Package" with its leather seats and upgraded audio system, the automatic transmission and [[Electronic Stability Control|electronic stability control]] technology. Even with [[Side Curtain Airbags|side curtain airbags]] and [[Satellite Radio|satellite radio]] you're looking at a vehicle that retails for less than $35,000.

==Worldwide==

==Design quirks and oddities==
The [[Hummer]] H3 applies the design cues that made the [[Hummer H1]] and [[hummer H2|H2]] so popular and so unlike anything else on the road. The difference is the more compact package.

The H3 has an extremely upright windshield and side windows that more closely resemble those in a turret than a typical family wagon, as well as the very short front and rear overhangs and increased ground clearance that are vital for negotiating the sort of extreme off-pavement environments [[Hummer]]s have to be able to survive.

==Awards==
The [[Hummer]] H3 has not been on the road long enough to accumulate accolades and awards.

{{Hummer}}

==See also==
* [[SUV]]
* [[Hummer]]

==External links==
*[http://www.hummernetwork.com The HUMMER Network] - Hummer Enthusiasts Site and forum
*[http://www.roadtests.com/research/hummer/h3/ RoadTests.com - Hummer H3] Reviews, specs, and pictures.
*[http://www.hummerguy.net Hummer News and Opinion] Hummer News and Opinion from and experienced off-road instructor

This page uses content from Wikipedia; see [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hummer_H3 Hummer H3], which includes these [http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Hummer_H3&action=history contributors].

[[Category:Current Models]]
[[Category:All wheel drive vehicles]]
[[Category:Hummer vehicles|H3]]
[[Category:SUVs]]
[[Category:Off-road vehicles]]