2008 HUMMER H3 Consumer Reviews

Love it

Written by: rob on 07/01/2008

Vehicle

2008 HUMMER H3 H3X 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 5cyl 5M)

Review

Had a 05 TrailBlazer, loved it. The H3 blows it away. Speed, gas, build quality, and of course character. 4000 miles and not a single problem.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

Brakes

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It's a Hummer

Written by: H3TJ on 06/28/2008

Vehicle

2008 HUMMER H3 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 5cyl 5M)

Review

Great off-road performance. Nice exterior and interior design. Always it is fun to drive.

Favorite Features

Off-road capabilities, comfort and fun to drive

Suggested Improvements

Improve rear view and gas efficiency

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Good overall for the price

Written by: Dots on 05/30/2008

Vehicle

2008 HUMMER H3 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 5cyl 5M)

Review

I got my Hummer in Feb. and had been driving it for three months. The only problem I had was the speedometer, it was off by 20 MPH, a bit scary with a big hunk of metal like it. Otherwise, I like the car. It is a fun car to drive. I didn't expect the fuel mileage to be great. The car is actually smaller that it really is, most people think it is big, I own and drive small cars, such as Toyota Corolla and BMW Z3. I did not found it hard to handle once I get used to it, which takes about three days. The visibility is poor, but the big mirrors more than make up for it, you need to be careful when you drive, no matter what you are driving anyway.

Favorite Features

Back up camera, it is a must have. The styling, it drove most people nuts because they think it is huge, when in fact, it is about the same size as a Toyota 4runner.

Suggested Improvements

The quality control in the factory needs to be better, as stated, the speedometer is off by 20 mph, it should have been corrected before the car was shipped to me.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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ALPHA gets an "F"

Written by: ER in Cali on 05/08/2008

Vehicle

2008 HUMMER H3 Alpha 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

First off,this car looks awesome! Just sit inside and look really cool, just don't turn it on. Had serious problems from day 3. I've had this car 6 months and it has been in the service department 4 times. The engine however seem more powerful than the regular H3 (my loaner cars) but I'm having a difficult time rating it due to the fact I don't have it most of the time!!! Inside is "space challenged" no room for anything other than the people in it. No backpacks, purses, phones etc... Vision is impaired, be very careful no one is in the crosswalk because you can only see directly in front of you and thats it. In the canyons I find myself leaning to the side so I can see the curves.

Favorite Features

Exterior body style is really nice, rugged yet cute.

Suggested Improvements

Reliability. Make parts for the larger engine more easily accessible to you dealers so the customer doesn't have to wait so long to get their vehicle back.

3 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Some design flaws

Written by: Sandie on 03/13/2008

Vehicle

2008 HUMMER H3 H3X 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 5cyl 5M)

Review

I actually love my H3, but the interior design could offer more comfort and storage. I'm 5'10 yet my arms can not rest on the arm rest of the door panel, it's too low. At a stop light, the roof comes down too low in the front, I have to constantly kink my neck down for the light change. There is absolutely no storage space for sunglasses or my purse etc. The exterior design is really cool and powerful looking but just go through one puddle and the dirt and splash from the road goes all the way up the side of the front door and door handles and looks dirty all the time. I am a female in my mid 50's who is tired of driving a van. I am having the time of my life in this vehicle even with the fl

Favorite Features

The chrome features on the exterior and the heated leather seats. XM radio and OnStar, hands free calling. Moonroof.

Suggested Improvements

Flexible mud flaps for on or off roading. More comfortable arm rests. Roll back the front roof to accomdate the stop light. Need more storage compartments.

20 out 23 people found this review helpful

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H3 is the best - pure and simple...

Written by: Brett on 03/09/2008

Vehicle

2008 HUMMER H3 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 5cyl 5M)

Review

I owned a 2006 H3 which I loved and sold it for "Toyota reliability". Since I have had 2 FJ Cruisers and one Tundra TRD (all new) and none of them even came close to my H3. So much so I bought a 2008 H3 and couldn't be happier. There are cars for all kinds I guess so to each his own. For me that means H3 and will for a very long time to come.

Favorite Features

Interior layout is just perfect. Out turned 2 of my Corvettes. Rides super smooth over terrible roads.

Suggested Improvements

More room - wider please.

5 out 8 people found this review helpful

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Happy H3 owner

Written by: Happy H3 owner on 03/03/2008

Vehicle

2008 HUMMER H3 H3X 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 5cyl 5M)

Review

Pretty happy so far. Tad too early to comment on some things, but bought and drove back 250 miles home and it was more than pleasant on the highway. Ride was smooth and the monsoon sound system was fabulous making it a pleasure to drive home. This will be my wife's car to drive my 2 year old around, so when mamma is happy, everyone is happy. Sorry enthusiasts, this H3 wont see any more mud that what a local pot hole can hold.

Favorite Features

Turn radius. I can't believe how well this bad boy turns. Monsoon sound system. Ride comfort. Huge sunroof

Suggested Improvements

Blind-spots. the smaller windows make it tough enough to see out the rear passenger window...maybe make the head- rests removable to help aid in vision out that window

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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I love my HUMMER

Written by: hummer fan on 02/07/2008

Vehicle

2008 HUMMER H3 4dr SUV 4WD (3.7L 5cyl 5M)

Review

I love my H3. I would not change anything. HUMMER did a great job with the new interior. I also have a 2006 H3. The power of the new 5 cyl is great! Went from 220 in my 06 to 242 in my 08. It is a noticable difference. I highly recommened the new HUMMER H3's

Favorite Features

New horsepower, and new power window controls.

Suggested Improvements

Not a lot.

8 out 10 people found this review helpful

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V-8 just right

Written by: alpha dog on 02/04/2008

Vehicle

2008 HUMMER H3 Alpha 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

Upgraded from an 06 I-5 to the new Alpha V-8. Not a huge difference in city driving or offroad but highway driving is improved 100%. Passing and merging much easier and much less annoying downshifting and hunting for the right gear. Big improvement worth the money.

Favorite Features

Styling, V-8 power, fun factor, rear camera.

Suggested Improvements

5 or 6 speed auto would improve mileage.

11 out 11 people found this review helpful

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H3 Alpha

Written by: trader on 01/20/2008

Vehicle

2008 HUMMER H3 Alpha 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I owned a 2006 H3 for 2 years and put 45,000 miles on it. Off road pkg. It was great off road, but lack power for pulling and acceleration. I have also owned a 2006 H2. Great truck. The new Alpha is what GM needed to build. The V8 is the answer to the underpowered I-5. I purchased this one with the Off road pkg also. I have not had the chance to take it to the mountains yet as I did the other two. I suspect it will outperform the '06 H3 with plenty of power to spare. I have not had the chance to tow my travel trailer yet, but has to be better at it than the 06. The redesigned window and lock placements were neccessary. Acceleration is great. These are trucks, not race cars.

Favorite Features

V8, rear camera. Updated Nav. unit. Power steering update.

Suggested Improvements

Extended receiver hitch.

7 out 9 people found this review helpful

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