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2009 HUMMER H3 Features Review

December 19, 2008

FEATURES | 8 out of 10

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Full line of factory and licensed accessories
Automobile Magazine

Major options for both include a power sunroof, an in-dash six-CD changer
Edmunds

Available items include lockable and removable bed-mounted storage boxes
Consumer Guide

The 2009 HUMMER H3T, like most pickups, is highly customizable. While it doesn't come in a wide variety of trims and body styles, it does make up for that with a tremendous options list.

Reviews read by TheCarConnection.com show that the standard features on both the base HUMMER H3T and the 2009 HUMMER H3T Alpha are essentially identical. Edmunds reviewers report that both versions of the HUMMER H3T get "full skid plates, air-conditioning, cruise control, OnStar telematics, [and] Bluetooth connectivity" standard. Edmunds goes on to list "keyless entry, full power accessories and a six-speaker CD stereo with satellite radio" as the most noteworthy of the other standard features found on the 2009 HUMMER H3T. While that list is respectable, some reviewers object to the large price tag on the HUMMER H3T while some key standard features are left behind. Jalopnik, in particular, asks, "Where's the iPod jack? XM is great and all, but c'mon, even Aveo's have an AUX input jack these days."

When it comes to optional features and accessories, few vehicles can match the 2009 HUMMER H3T. Car and Driver writes that there are approximately "a kazillion accessories" available for the HUMMER H3T which "will allow lots of different drawers, cages, and enclosures to be attached to the bed or the roof." Two major options packages are also available for the 2009 HUMMER H3T. Edmunds describes the two options as an "Adventure Package [that] adds an off-road suspension, a shorter-geared transfer case...33-inch off-road tires and a Monsoon audio system," while "the Luxury Package comes with the Monsoon system, leather upholstery, power and heated front seats and oversized floor mats." Jalopnik lists the remaining standalone options as an "entertainment/nav system" and "rear vision system with camera built into the bumper and screen built into the rear view mirror."

Conclusion

The 2009 HUMMER H3T offers countless bed configurations thanks to its endless accessories list and most of the requisite high-tech goodies.

FEATURES | 8 out of 10Expert Quotes:Full line of factory and licensed accessoriesAutomobile MagazineMajor options for both include a power sunroof, an in-dash six-CD changerEdmundsAvailable items include lockable and removable bed-mounted storage boxesConsumer Guide The 2009 HUMMER H3T, like most pickups, is highly customizable. While it doesn't come in a wide variety of trims and body styles, it does make up for that with a tremendous options list. Reviews read by TheCarConnection.com show that the standard features on both the base HUMMER H3T and the 2009 HUMMER H3T Alpha are essentially identical. Edmunds reviewers report that both versions of the HUMMER H3T get "full skid plates, air-conditioning, cruise control, OnStar telematics, [and] Bluetooth connectivity" standard. Edmunds goes on to list "keyless entry, full power accessories and a six-speaker CD stereo with satellite radio" as the most noteworthy of the other standard features found on the 2009 HUMMER H3T. While that list is respectable, some reviewers object to the large price tag on the HUMMER H3T while some key standard features are left behind. Jalopnik, in particular, asks, "Where's the iPod jack? XM is great and all, but c'mon, even Aveo's have an AUX input jack these days." When it comes to optional features and accessories, few vehicles can match the 2009 HUMMER H3T. Car and Driver writes that there are approximately "a kazillion accessories" available for the HUMMER H3T which "will allow lots of different drawers, cages, and enclosures to be attached to the bed or the roof." Two major options packages are also available for the 2009 HUMMER H3T. Edmunds describes the two options as an "Adventure Package [that] adds an off-road suspension, a shorter-geared transfer case...33-inch off-road tires and a Monsoon audio system," while "the Luxury Package comes with the Monsoon system, leather upholstery, power and heated front seats and oversized floor mats." Jalopnik lists the remaining standalone options as an "entertainment/nav system" and "rear vision system with camera built into the bumper and screen built into the rear view mirror." ConclusionThe 2009 HUMMER H3T offers countless bed configurations thanks to its endless accessories list and most of the requisite high-tech goodies. 2009 HUMMER H3T STYLING [8 out of 10] Edmunds: "Toughest-looking crew cab in the Home Depot parking lot" Automobile Magazine: "Thirty-two inch tires are standard while thirty-threes are available" Jalopnik: "Instrument panel lighting is attractive and easy to read" If you want a ...

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The 2009 HUMMER H3T is classified as a mid-size pickup truck, so its competition is well-defined on paper. However, as similar as these trucks look on a specification sheet, in person, the H3T's styling makes its competitors look like girlie-man trucks. The Dodge Dakota is significantly improved in 2008 and offers two cab/bed configurations and two engine choices, including a powerful 4.7-liter V-8 matched to a five-speed automatic. The Dakota is a solid choice, but lacks the HUMMER's styling and ultimate off-road capabilities. Built at the same plant as the HUMMER H3T are GM's mid-size twins, and one could also cross-shop the Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon. A V-8 option is now available on these trucks, so no longer are these entries the 98-pound weaklings of the mid-size truck segment. Then there are the imports: the six-cylinder Tacoma, Frontier, and Ridgeline. The Toyota and Nissan (like the Dodge and Chevy/GMC) nameplates offer more variety than the HUMMER, including two-wheel-drive variations that offer real benefits every time the fuel tank needs to be filled.

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Comments (2 total)

  1. By c burns #1, Posted: 6/27/2009

    i bought an 09 h3 several months ago and cannot be happier with it... however if you are some eco geek or just a noob that wants a cool SUV i dont recommend it. go buy an effin ford escape or toyota rav4... im from Texas and hummers are for real dudes not girly men that like girly crossover sus

  2. By khadar #2, Posted: 7/10/2009

    waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaw Hummer is a nice car it is raelly raelly good car.

    thanks

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