The H2 SUT delivers stellar off-road completion and head-turning fashion, except has horrid material for burning economy, not only so upon account of a plentiful SUT, and lacks significant fitness and preservation features erect in succession other vehicles in its rank. The 2008 Hummer H2 SUT offers good on-road exhibition of character on the stage, and off-road deed that has few equals. Edmunds example drivers find that, “Despite its leaning for mire bogs and boulder trails, the H2 still maintains a commendable manner steady the begin to appear pathway.” The 2008 Hummer H2 SUT comes flag by a 6.0-liter Vortec V8 agent, producing 320 horsepower and 365 pound-feet of torque. Though the agent is resolute and pungent, the H2 is ponderous. Edmunds says, “The massy V8 under the hood provides luxuriance of pickup in mostly situations, but the confederacy of 3 tons of weight and a close upon totality deficit of aerodynamics renders the H2 indolent at highway speeds.” The H2’s temporary deprivation and tires also toil hard off-road. The independent hanging in the front and five-link wavering berate coil fly back setup in the rare (the two with 46-mm monotube gas-charged shocks and stabilizer bars) give permission to on account of greatest wheel point of junction concerning the all-terrain LT315/OR17 tires.

The tires were a particular favorite of reviewers, who territory that they could climb up to 20 inches of plumb rock stand opposite to with their impressive clutch. MSN reports that “the test vehicle was in the same manner unperturbed by dint of. abrupt declivity climbs up and into disfavor still faces, I felt mainly like I was out by reason of a inactive Sunday urge.”

Photo’s taken from AOL Autos

The 2008 Hummer H3 ranks 23 out of 26 Affordable Midsize SUVs. This ranking is based on our analysis of 56 published reviews and test drives of the Hummer H3, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.

The H3 demonstrates terrific off-road prowess in a distinctive, rugged package, but can’t match the on-road performance or comfort of many competitors. Consequently, it ranks in the bottom half of its class.

The 2008 Hummer H3 boasts great off-road capability, but mediocre highway performance means it ranks in the bottom half of its competitive class. The H3 “may be the baby bear of its clan,” says Motor Week, “but it has all the DNA of the original. Indeed, we think it is just right.” New for 2008 is the Alpha trim level, which comes with a V8 engine and the H3′s luxury package.

The H3 line also gets more standard safety equipment, including head-curtain side air bags and electronic stability control. Though the H3 is the least expensive of the Hummers, its sticker price still commands a premium. Plus, the new Alpha costs about $8,500 more than the base H3. Though it may be worth the price for serious off-road driving enthusiasts, the H3 only ranks in the bottom half of its class when compared to other off-road SUVs.

In addition to the new performance-minded Alpha, the Hummer H3 is available as a base model (with the optional Adventure and Luxury packages) or as the H3x.

• “Plenty of room for the family and your stuff, a great off-road pedigree, and improved on-road performance comfort make the 2008 H3 Alpha one to definitely consider.” — RockCrawler.com
• “Going off-road? The H3 is a buy.” — Washington Post
• “The H3 Alpha is smooth, quiet and comfortable. It’s also an ego machine that guzzles gas and is about the size of Liechtenstein. If you can afford the constant fuel bills and have a large parking space, it’s the best Hummer yet.” — New York Times