2007 Chevrolet HHR Consumer Reviews

It serves its purpose

Written by: Irv Goldberg on 05/13/2009

Vehicle

2007 Chevrolet HHR LS 4dr Wagon (2.2L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I started shopping for a roomy vehicle that i could afford and could afford to run. I didn't have the need for speed or a handling package since most of the work the car would be doing would be on the interstate. With the HHR I feel I hit the transportation jackpot. I regularly fit a string bass, 2 amps, several guitars, a sax or 2 and three humans inside fairly comfortably. Over the life of the car so far, I am AVERAGING 29.9 mph. Fully loaded on the hiway I've never done worse than 33.5 mph. Splitting the gas 3 ways at todays gas prices, that works out to about 2 cents/mile. The HHR is quiet, comfortable and very reliable. Easy to drive, a great turning radius and very easy to park.

Favorite Features

Easy to use cruise control, liftgate instead of a door, HUGE underfloor storage compartment in back, infinitely configurable, great visibility, larger than standard side doors making in/outloading that much easier, extra storage compartment in dash easier to reach than glove box. Superior mpg.

Suggested Improvements

Better sound system, 5 speed auto, something other than Firestone tires, although the set that came on the car weren't bad, just a bit noisier than they should have been. The speedometer cluster has a 2% error that I need to figure into my mpg calculations and Chevy has refused to fix it.

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You can tell it's a Chevy.....

Written by: Big Patrick on 05/13/2009

Vehicle

2007 Chevrolet HHR LS 4dr Wagon (2.2L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Bought my 07 HHR new in 2007. By the time 2008 rolled around it was worth about 10K less than the sticker price on a trade. The car was much better built then my 2004 Cavalier...but that does not say much. In my 20 months of ownership I had multiple electrical issues, suspension problems and fuel mileage down to under 23mpg consistently. It looks more spacious then it really is. I would be more likely to recommend this vehicle as a used car....don't get suckered in to buying a new one because it drops in value sooooooo quick you can't get your dollar's worth out of it before it will be off the road. My summary: Decent car, don't forget that you are buying a Chevy and it will cost you!

Favorite Features

Remote Start standard, power everything, unique styling, peppy 4- cylinder

Suggested Improvements

More reliable!

2 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Will buy another one!

Written by: Robbin on 05/09/2009

Vehicle

2007 Chevrolet HHR LT 4dr Wagon (2.2L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I love my HHR! I've had it just over two years and it has a little over 20,000 miles on it. I haven't had any major problems with it. I did have some brake squeak when it was new and that was fixed. I still get compliments on my HHR. Most people are surprised when they get in at how much room it has. Especially when I haul something in the back, they never think it will fit and it surprises them when it does! I get great gas mileage 30-33 on the highway and 25-30 in town, it just depends on how big a hurry I'm in! My Mom is considering an HHR for her next vehichle.

Favorite Features

The exterior of the HHR, it reminds of an old woody and a miniature version of the old Chevy Panel wagon I also enjoy the remote start that came standard, the mp3 adapter and the heated leather seats!

Suggested Improvements

I agree with everyone about the window controls...although I'm now quite used to them. I had some problems with blind spots too when I first bought my HHR, but have become accustomed to looking around them.

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Love my HHR

Written by: Mr. Wood on 04/30/2009

Vehicle

2007 Chevrolet HHR LS 4dr Wagon (2.2L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I've owned over 15 new years in my life and this is the first one that has absolutely no defects whatever. I just past my 36,000 mile warranty and no issues. The car is fun to drive, holds a ton of stuff, gets really good mileage (I routinely get 30 mpg city/highway mix), and the quality is what Chevrolet should be doing with all their cars. Tight, solid, no squeaks. The paint is as shiny as when new. Tires wear evenly. Transmission shifts smoothly and acceleration is more than adequate for a small engine. I wish the resale value were a bit higher but heck, I' m not selling it so I suppose it doesn't matter that much.

Favorite Features

Styling, reliability, integrity, gas mileage, hauling capacity.

Suggested Improvements

Could use a higher windshield for better forward visibility. Would like XM radio standard with base radio.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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poor body integrity

Written by: joni on 04/08/2009

Vehicle

2007 Chevrolet HHR LT 4dr Wagon (2.2L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I really love to drive my HHR LT, but the exterior body has gotten really bad. I live on a gravel road and the the rims are flaking off and I have absolutely no paint left in front of my rear wheel wells. It is starting to rust all ready and I have under 28,000 miles on it. Took it back to dealer at under 10,000 miles and they really didn't care. Have replaced the sway bar links already too. Just a cheap car. Gas mileage should be better than 25 average, but it's not. Bad handling in winter conditions also should be noted.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

Chevrolet should build cars that don't fall apart under 30,000 miles and stand behind their warranty as bumper to bumper. It shouldn't matter that I drive on gravel as to why they won't back customer satisfaction,

5 out 7 people found this review helpful

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Fell out of Love...FAST!!!

Written by: bowtiegirl on 03/01/2009

Vehicle

2007 Chevrolet HHR Panel LT 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

We absolutely loved our HHR Panel LT with its retro design. White with floor boards, heated leather seats, etc... Before the cowl seal leak that flooded the passenger side floor board and soaked the carpet with 3+ inches of rain water. It was fixed according to the local Chevy service department under warranty but, who knows? will it leak again? the thought of another rain water leak makes me sick! Fell out of love fast!

Favorite Features

Heated leather, good fuel economy, styling, steering wheel radio controls, Pioneer sound system

Suggested Improvements

Windshield could be a little higher for better visibility you find yourself ducting you head some to see and the rearview mirror is in the way, less cheap plastic in interior, needs better quality control at factory the cowl seal leak was discouraging for us on the quality

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A rare HHR, loaded with a manual!

Written by: Chris on 02/12/2009

Vehicle

2007 Chevrolet HHR LT 4dr Wagon (2.2L 4cyl 5M)

Review

After a year of ownership - my complaints are few. I had a convertible before - but needed a practical car. The HHR fits the bill to a tee! It consistently gets mileage in the 30's, with the 2.4 liter and the 5 speed manual, the car is quite responsive. I wish the car had traction control (since corrected), I hate the cup holders and the window switch location (also since fixed) All in all - this car is for an active person who doesn't want their car to look like everything else on the road.

Favorite Features

Sunroof, leather, black chrome wheels, plastic lined cargo area, stick shift, stereo with satellite, CD, MP3 and iPod, controls on the steering wheel.

Suggested Improvements

I hate the interior design. Console blows, no storage and terrible cupholders. The person who designed the stupid location of the power window switches should be fired. Unfortunately, this is the typical GM car - they ship it out the door - by the time they fix it, the public has lost interest.

2 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Love Our HHR

Written by: Brian Terrell on 02/04/2009

Vehicle

2007 Chevrolet HHR LS 4dr Wagon (2.2L 4cyl 5M)

Review

We have an LS with the 2.2L automatic. Highway gas mileage is excellent, about 32-35mpg. City mpg about 23- 25mpg. Only complaint is the cup holders are not user friendly for the driver or the passenger. Otherwise, we love our HHR. Excellent headroom, and we love the retro styling of the interior. Great ride quality with little to no cabin noise. Visibility out the front windshield takes a bit of getting used to, but after a while, you don't even notice. All in all, a great car. We would recommend this car to everyone!

Favorite Features

Retro styling of the exterior and interior. Cargo space is great when seats are folded down. You can fit a 27" bicycle. Roomy backseat area for larger adults.

Suggested Improvements

Cup holders, wider seating room for front passengers.

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Luv it but

Written by: happy on 01/29/2009

Vehicle

2007 Chevrolet HHR Panel LT 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I'm very happy with the HHR however, I am from the northeast and this winter has been very cold.The reason I bring the weather up is in the morning when I get on the hughway the engine is quite loud. Getting to the highway I have a little dip or two to go over. When I do go over them it sounds like I lost my under carriage. After like five miles this to calms down. The car has a low front end so stay on well plowed roads.

Favorite Features

Sun roof, remote start, great mileage, and the stereo. I love not banging my head on the roof when I get in the vehicle

Suggested Improvements

Raise the nose two or three inches, better cup holders, a remote hatch. Move the windshield washer ports from where they are to the hood. They would be easier to keep free from snow and ice.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Rusting so soon!

Written by: john on 01/28/2009

Vehicle

2007 Chevrolet HHR LT 4dr Wagon (2.2L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I actually love the car , the ride, the, the mileage all fine. But, after a year and 9 months I had to take it into the dealer to have rust repaired on all 5 doors. The rust is in the doors where the seams are. If you look at the seam in the bottom of the doors you can see the rust bubbling under the paint. I took the car in and they sandblasted the door seams and repainted. I know a good deal about cars and I know for certain this car had to be assembled rusty! I don't mean to pile on when GM is down but maybe this is why. I spoke to my neighbor who owns an HHR who was not surprised because his doors had also been repaired for rust! Is GM building Vegas again? Just a word to the wise.

Favorite Features

Like it all

Suggested Improvements

Don't build rusty cars!

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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