Used 2006 HUMMER H3 SUV Consumer Reviews
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Its great!
I have had my eye on the new H3 ever since I heard Hummer was going to make one about one year ago. This vehicle lives up to the hype. Its all the tank that the H1 and H2 are, but more economical. It gets great gas mileage, and fits in my garage. It turning radius and its torque are what impress me most. This is an exceptional off road vehicle....
H3
Two cons to consider: * L5 engine does not provide enough power but great on gas. * Rear window too small and spare tire blocks half of it - technically you are backing up blindly (back-up camera is a necessity not an option).
- Base 4dr SUVMSRP: $9,95082 mi away
- Base 4dr SUVMSRP: $10,99585 mi away
- Base 4dr SUVMSRP: $8,40087 mi away
Awesome H3
Hi Everyone: I read everything on the H3 before buying it. It's underpowered and all the other quirks about. I can tell you I only have a 1000 miles on it thus far. But, the H-3 is awesome. I don't notice it being underpowered. I have a Jeep Liberty with the V-6 and that is pretty Doggie. The H-3 has excellent torque. I think I could climb a flag pole with it. So, far we are very happy with it. Did, I forget to tell you we are getting 18.9 mpg. The V-6 Jeep Liberty Limited we are lucky to ever get 16 mpg. I love it so far and would recomend it to anyone. Sincerely, john
BITE ON THIS
The HUMMER H3 has been quite a truck for me. It is actually my first car and I cannot think of one that I would have better benefitted from. My father raised me with his HUMMER's and so naturally, I had to have one. Overall, I cannot say a bad thing about it. It's just the average offroad dream vehicle.
Great Feeling
I really enjoy driving my new H3. I have put about 1000 miles on it and have found it to be exactly what I expected. I have read complaints about the power off the line but have not had a problem with it. I love the luxury package that I purchased. My wife loves the heated seats, which means she is not burning me out with the heater. I have connected the on board telephone to my Verizon wireless account. Very nice to be able to use the hands free. My wife enjoys driving it because the kids stay quiet watching DVDs that were installed in the headrest. The blind spots took a little getting used to but nothing that a two-dollar blind spot mirror did not take care of. Over it is great.
DADZ H3
I have always wanted a Hummer but the others were dinasorish and terrible fuel economy. The new H3 is a wonderful design it handles extremly well on the pavement as well as Off road not like most SUV's that have no ground clearence to go off roading yet they claim to be able to handle anything till they bottom out. The H3 also has a very good interior stylish & comfortable for 5 but rugged too. The H3 also has DA BLING exterior offering a great chrome package with a Metallic Blue exterior that simply looks better than the Escalade or the Navigator makes the 4 Runner look like its from 20 yrs.ago boring yet the H3 is less$.The stares from the girls is proof enough. Hummer Like Nothing Else!
I LOVE THIS CAR
this car is great to have yet it doesnt have great gas mileage it fun to drive and drives wonderful.
Awesome but ....
Bought my H3 Luxury Package in November after years of owning a Jeep Wrangler and I love it. There are some squeaks and rattles but it buries my old jeep. My biggest complaint is that there are no child safety locks on the doors, which I discovered this weekend when my 2 year old son opened the "locked" door at 45 mph. Major flaw by GM and their response was they think that the auto locks when the car is in drive is enough. NOT GOOD ENOUGH. So if you have more than one child just remember that they will be able to unlock the doors.
Superior Blue
I am very pleased with my purchase. The H3 feels very solid and well built. It drives quite nice and cruise the highway well. The stereo is awesome. Everyone knows it is underpowered but as long as you are not looking for sports car performance, it is not an issue. The seats are comfy. Only complaints so far, the stereo is installed slightly crooked and pushes out the center face plate. dealer says bring it in and they will fix it but it is the attention to detail that hurts GM again. Second issue is weather or not the H3 come with a shallow pocket in the center console. This dealer says no and I did not get one, but I am pretty sure it did an it was not installed.
Worth it!
I've owned several 4wds and I must say none are like the Hummer.Looking forward to the snow. Comfortable,quiet, 20mpg, fun and what an eye catcher. Is it ugly? Is it cute? Who care's it's a Hummer!
'06 H3
I am buying this lease. I just love this truck. Drove my '88 Buick Reatta for 18 years and replaced it with this H3. I average 15mpg with 60/40 hwy/city driving. Have installed a custom fabricated roof rack. The look and stance of this vehicle is outstanding. It drives quite well and handles Michigan snow very easily. The H3's weight easily tracks through slush while changing lanes on the e-way. This vehicle is a foul weather drivers dream. Decent towing capacity, phenomenal offroad ability, fords a foot and a half of water and has competitive mpg with other vehicles in this class. It's like nothing else.
Not Happy!
I've had my H3 now for 19 months and it has been in the shop 4 times. TV monitor went out, heated seats quit working. I've had it in 3 times just for the 5 speed manual. It wont go into 1st, 2nd or reverse gears..I have to almost brake the gear shift to get it to go into gear. I get stuck at lights and traffic with people blowing their horns because I cant get it into gear. I took it in twice and they said it was fine, they couldnt find anything wrong until I went for a test drive with a mechanic and he said they would replace the stick shift. It worked great for 2 weeks and now I'm back to not being able to get it into gear. Doors lock & unlock by themselves now, eletrical problem.
Love my mellow yellow!
Fell in love with it the moment i saw online that it was being built. Ordered ours early and got the bright yellow in October 2005. Has always been a head turner even to this day. Lux package so the interior looks great and has been durable, great leg room, nice big sunroof and great stance overall. Been on quite a few long trips Fla & SCar, etc. except for a few minor issues, knock on wood has been reliable overall. We live in upstate NY so get alot of snow, since yesterday got 30 inches, my car left me stranded last night, wife rescued came to my resuce, i was in total awe how our h3 went through the snow, was really proud and reminded why got it in the first place..luv it!
Great SUV
I received on of the first few out of the line and wanted to drive it for a little while before I posted a review. I now have 3,000 miles on it and I must say my wife and I both love it. I keep reading about how underpower it is... well, it is not a Ferrari... if you would like to go from 0 to 60 in under 4 seconds I suggest you buy a sports car. However, if you would like a nice sice SUV that can take you to remote places without a problem and at the same time will still look great when you park it in front of the Hyat. This is the car to get. I still think that any GM or Ford car over $25K is overpriced.
Awesome but Dangerous
I always wanted a HUMMER and finally in November my wife let me get the H3 and I loved it until this weekend. While driving 40 mph my 2 year old son reached over to the "locked" door and opened the door. How did he do that? There are no child safety locks on the H3, even though I was told when I bought the vehicle that there was. Hummer told me if I disable the lock I will void my warranty, so instead is my son supposed to fall out of the vehicle. The option I was given was to ductape my door, $40k to put tape on my locks? Sorry, not good enough. IF you are without kids buy this vehicle; otherwise, be careful. See you in court GM.
Just What I Hoped
I have had 20 cars in my life, the most recent being the first car I ever leased, a Cadillac SRX. My lifestyle is not cut out for leasing (drive too many miles) and I was praying for a lease pull ahead to get this Hummer. As soon as the lease pull ahead came, I bought a new H3. I was hoping it would be as nice as my favorite car, my 1996 4Runner. It's better. The ride is just what you'd expect, and the power is better than what I expected. It took a few phone calls to find what I wanted -- Red, luxury package with no sunroof, no chrome. The leather seats are much better than the cloth -- well worth the extra $. Stability and noise level at highway speeds are great. Highly recommend
Give me a HUMMER H3
Our family loves it. Great SUV and the extra accessories/packages are worth adding to the vehicle.
Great Vehicle
I have to say that owning this vehicle has been even more fun than I imagined. Good looks, nice interior, a solid build quality and just an overall good value. I have yet to drive a vehicle that I didn't think could use improvements and this one is no exception. I find it a bit difficult to adjust the seat due to the tight placement of the controls. It's a minor annoyance because I rarely adjust the seat. As far as the "power" issue is concerned, this powertrain works well for me. It tows my jet boat without a problem and the pickup (for me) is more than adequate. If an upgraded engine was available I would keep the extra money in my pocket.money.
Lovemyh3
This SUV is phenomenal to my family and I. It's "rugged" capabalities are majorly impressive! Not the most power in it's class, but we're not looking to race a Hummer. lol. It's built for what it's meant for. Going where everywhere else can't, and getting away from it all. It rides super comfortable, smooth. Keen suspension. Best Sunroof ever. Best Monsoon 7 Speaker system w/ XM ever. I can't say how many heads are drawn to it when it's driving down the road. Looks like no other. Feels like no other. Is like no other. Happy Customer from Las Vegas
A Economy Hummer
Very nice, strong vehicle. Awesome design, obviously a hummer. It gets plenty of head turns.
H3
Before I purchased this vehicle, I heard the acceleration was poor. I do notice that you have to floor it if you are on an incline (like on a freeway), but I don't mind at all. This vehicle, to me is more about cruising than trying to race other cars. Haven't tried offroading, but I'm sure as Hummer it should be fine.
Swfla h3
Great support, high clearance in water or rock, the 2 boys love it, i love a lot of mileage in fl, ga and nc this h3 has not been babied and it has stood the test all we do is change the oil, waiting for a bigger motor or diesel edition
Best bang for your buck
Armrest on driver's door too far back. Can't reach window or seat controls easily. Needs power seat option without leather seats. No leather wanted, i live in florida. Went to mountains on vacation and got total 19.7 Mpg. This suv is just fun,fun,fun. Our son bought one and he loves his also. It is alot better than the big fords and lincolns. We are treated with respect and admiration everywhere we go in it. Our dealership is very serious with these vehicles and their owners. This is one of the best vehicles i have ever owned. I also own a black c5 corvette. Both are quality automobiles. Not bad for an old mopar lover, huh ?
A Head Turner
Great driving experiance for under $40K. Commanding view of the road, much more than our TBlazer XL. Got it loaded up with Lux Package, Chrome Package, Head Rest DVD System, etc, all for far below "what others are paying" on this site. Make no mistake, it rides like a truck. But it is classy, turning radius is exceptional and I can't wait to take it through a snowstorm. Very rigid truck - you just feel in command when driving it. Get the step rails - you'll never get in or out without them. Unlike the H2, it doesn't scream "look at me I'm special". It is not a rocket, but unless you will be towing a 5th Wheel (don't), the Inline 5 Cyl is more than enough - don't listen to the complaints.
love this ride
This vehicle is a head turner! Fun to drive and extremely quiet on the road. The 5 cylinder produces plenty of power to move you along.
nice
I just got my h3 two days ago, its rely nice it drives like a dream, looks great, and the sunroof is huge. but i have put only 150 miles on it and it is already in the shop, i got a mesage "service 4wheel drive" some one came out from the dealership to fix it but i had to be towed, i didnt even take the vehical off road and it still broke, hopefully it was justa factory error and it wont happen again, thjis is common with new vehicals hopewfully no too common with mine
Awesome Little Monster
My family has enjoyed the H3 and will keep enjoying it. It has been a great addition and hope to keep it for years to come.
In love with my H3
At my age of 61yrs I feel so good when I am driving my Hummer not to mention just looking at it. It was given to me for my 38th wedding anniversary by my husband. I was a Saab girl until I test drove a Hummer. My grandchildren love it as well, everyone in the family wanted me to choose little less flashy car
Luv it but...
Love the vehicle. For a mid size SUV, its reasonable on gas and is aesthetically pleasing on the inside and out. A very smooth ride and although powerful on the highway, it lack passing power. It is spacious for the driver and passenger but a bit cramped on the back seats. I live in Toronto and so are winters are pretty brutal but a joke for the H3.
Our second Hummer
We were impressed with the looks of our 2004 Hummer and liked the ride just as much. Our new 2006 model is even better!
Great SUV, if you're single
The H3 is eye catching. It has a large sunroof, big step in height, and the Hummer lines. I think GM has created an excellent SUV to compete against itself. Much better than Trailblazer/Envoy/Rainer SUV's in handling and quality construction. However, this is no Lexus.The H3 is not designed well for families with kids. 3 cup holders and no place for sunglasses.I would think $38,000 would buy a little more. Driver's info center (nope), large center console (nope), easy to reach window and seat controls (nope). For people without kids or as a second vehicle it is very fun to drive, feels safe, and is smooth even with 33inch wheels/tires.Of course I still love my H3, even with it's shortcomings
H3 Rocks
I absolutely love my H3. When I first started doing research on it the first thing that caught my eye was the horsepower. I must say it does just fine with the advertised 220. It's not fast off the line but once moving it can pass with ease. Bottom line it's a hummer, it's not made to go fast. The interior is spacious and well laid out. The seat controls are a little hard to get to but that's okay. The ride is very smooth and comfortable. If your thinking about it you need to go to the dealership and test drive one. You'll be surprised..
Lived up to expectations
I've read about this vehicle being sluggish but I have to disagree. It has plenty of power for the hills I travel and I live in West Virginia. The H3 is smooth, has a great turning radius, gets 20 mpg and turns heads in town. Handles very well. I love it, as does my wife.
2006 Hummer H3
Handles beautifully in city and freeway driving. Off road it's a dream car. It's a wonderful car to take fishing, hunting or rock hunting. Even with automatic transmission, I get 19 miles per gallon on the freeway.
Best value
Having owned a H1 I didn't know what to think about the H3. Now I am convinced it gets the most bang for the buck!!! IT has the looks, the on and off road feel of a very capable SUV. When compared to other HUMMERS it has a remarkably low price. Together with good dealer service this is an unbeatable vehicle.
Attention getter!
This SUT is a real attention getter! Everywhere I go people stop me and ask about it. I've taken it on a 200 mile road trip and driven it in city traffic. So far, it has been a blast. I was not sure what I was getting into when I bought it. I read the reviews about the lack of power. I've found it to be fine on the highway. I've hit passing gear a couple of times with no issues. In a perfect world it would have more power, but at this point I'm not ready to give up the gas mileage. The four wheel disc brakes stop on a dime. I hate to admit it, but I have already found this out first hand.
Awesome Sport-ute'
A truely rugged, reliable, and just plain awesome machine. Spectacular off- road capabilities, great fuel economy for a hummer, and nice interior with the lux package.
Hallelujah I got a Hummer
Purchased this H3 for my wife, really! She loves it. Daughter thinks its GR8. Tested lots of vehicles(Hondas,Jeeps, Acadia,Vue and Extera)and we still liked this one the most. Forest green, nice color.I dont understand the complaints by some.I am 6'2" 198 sz 13 feet and I fit very well. Back seat also has plenty of room. Can't believe how far back the front seats will move. Don't people realize it's a truck not a Honda Civic. It's a very utilitarian vehicle. Throw in your tools/climbing/hiking/boating gear and you are all set. Went from Syracuse to Old Forge NY recently and got 22 mpg RT with travel around town and the lake. Received complements on its looks. This is my 34th vehicle in 34 years. Love it
Best in Class
The H3 is a homerun for GM
Love this truck
Driving this truck is so much fun, its a show stopper. Everyone stares and looks at the vehicle. Land Rover owners are jealous and try not to look. Could use more storage spaces inside, need to relocate the electric seat buttons to somewhere else other than the bottom of side seats, hard to reach with the arm rest in the way.
Best one yet
This one is a keeper. I have leased most of my vehicles but this is the one I bought. Handles very well, u turns are not a problem. Hard to get use to having people stare at us when we are driving. Fun vehicle.
Hummer H3
The Hummer is a exciting suv to drive. It has a tight turning radius. But the engine lacks power, especially when towing. Otherwise it seems to have adequate power although I would like to see GM up the horsepower to 275 or more. The ride with the off road package has been great especially off road. It also rides well on paved roads as well. Visibilty is low, but on the outside it looks great with the chopped look. It handles very well on snow covered roads.
06 Hummer H-3
It is very fun to drive. A real attention getter. It is very solid, wide and stable, great for winter weather conditions. You can really plow through bad weather with this little monster.
Hummer H3
This is a great ride. Fun and sporty exterior, functional and comfortable interior. Running about 17 mpg right now. Could use a little more horsepower, but is adequate for this smaller Hummer. Accesories help beef up the H3. Many are not available until late summer. Interior fabrics are durable and attractive. Dashboard is well designed...easy to read...easy to reach. Center console storage area is a little small, but works. Large jockeybox. Second row seat comfortable- door access a little snug, but not bad. Second seats fold flat so lot of carrying capacity in rear. Rear door opens easy. Rear area has rubberized surface-easy to keep clean. Overall excellent vehicle for its size
Baby hummer
I had my "baby" hummer as many people refer to it since September, and i really like it. It's a real attention grabber, so get used to it. As far as power goes i dont feel it is sluggish when accelerating, the sunroof is great, very large the only problem is the visibility especially when backing up, Also i have the adventure package and there is quite a lot of noise in the vehicle when driving on the highway. i wonder if it is because of the huge 200 lb tires. Oh well i still love my "baby' Hummer.
Hummer Lover
I have not gone off roading; however, city and highway driving has been unbelievable. Everyone looks at it and just loves it!
Awesome SUV
Just bought the Hum H3 used with 50,000 km. Chrome package and moonroof make it look sharp. Dominate the lanes with this thing. Oversized tires make it look awesome.
LDP
Its design is elegant, definitely distinctive from the rest, specially when compared with similarly priced suvs. My wife and i love it.
hummer 3
I love my vehicle, I did have an engine problem that was resolved .It is great in the snow and handles well..Visibility is less than I expected..overall..very nice vehicle.would like to see a diesel offered.
Awsome Vehicle
We did not intend to buy a Hummer, but the test drive surpassed any other vehicle priced the same or higher. Fuel economy on this car is much better than many other trucks we looked at. The biggest obstacle we ran into is other people's ignorance of this fine auto. Within the first 24 hours of purchase we were chastized twice by stangers for having a gas hog (not true), people assume we paid much more than the car retails for (I agree it looks like it should), and a cruiser called in our plate. This car will attract a lot of attention and not all of it positive, which is unfortunate because these issues are not valid. Without reservation I highly recommend this vehicle in all respects.