GMC’s Hummer has always been synonymous with bold and imposing vehicles. Originating from a military vehicle in 1999, the Hummer brand expanded into civilian SUVs like the H2 and H3, reflecting a certain American automotive attitude. After a period of dormancy since 2010, Hummer has been resurrected for the electric vehicle era. Following the pickup version, we now examine the $104,650 Hummer EV SUV.
My initial concern upon approaching the Hummer EV SUV was whether it would even fit in a standard parking space. This is a vehicle of immense proportions, classified as a class 3 medium-duty truck, indicated by the yellow roof lights. While at 196.8 inches (5,000 mm) in length, it is marginally shorter than its pickup counterpart, this measurement excludes the substantial spare tire mounted on the rear.
The SUV did indeed fit into the parking space, albeit snugly. Its 86.5-inch (2,196 mm) width barely squeezed between the parking lines. Opening the door and entering the Hummer became a tight maneuver when neighboring cars were present. “Climb up” is the operative phrase here, as the vehicle boasts a 10.2-inch (259 mm) ground clearance in its normal suspension setting, contributing to an overall height of 77.8 inches (1,976 mm). A lowering “entry mode” is available, reducing the height by a couple of inches via the air suspension, but engaging this feature requires pre-planning upon parking.
The weight of this electric behemoth is equally staggering, tipping the scales at 9,063 lbs (4,119 kg). Exceeding four metric tons, the Hummer EV would necessitate a commercial driver’s license in numerous countries. Remarkably, almost a third of this mass is attributed to the colossal 217.7 kWh battery pack. This substantial battery capacity compensates for the vehicle’s considerable drag coefficient of 0.5 and a frontal area that dwarfs typical vehicles. Consequently, the Hummer EV SUV achieves an EPA estimated range of 314 miles (503 km) on a single charge. Our test vehicle actually indicated a range of 358 miles on a full charge, based on GM’s internal testing. It’s important to note that as a class 3 truck, the Hummer EV SUV doesn’t neatly conform to standard EPA testing protocols.
