Hummer H3 first generation

Hummer H3 first generation
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The Hummer H3 first generation (2006–2010): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 22 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: GMT345

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,780 mm RDW4,778–5,403 mm
Width1,989–1,990 mm Traficom1,897 mm
Height1,860–1,870 mm RDW1,859–1,872 mm
Wheelbase2,840–2,850 mm RDW2,842–3,409 mm
Front track1,650–1,651 mm ASTRA–
Rear track1,664 mm ASTRA–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight2,030–2,206 kg RDW2,087–2,223 kg
Mass in running order2,130–2,306 kg RDW–
Gross vehicle weight2,654–2,660 kg RDW–
Towing, braked trailer1,649–2,040 kg RDW–
Towing, unbraked trailer750 kg RDW–
Seats and space
Seats5 RDW–
Doors4–5 RDW–
Performance
Top speed158 km/h RDW–
Torque306–434 Nm ASTRA–

Tyre sizes (most common first): 265/75R16, 285/75R16

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia, Traficom type approvals (Finland), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

798 complaints for model years 2006–2010. 27 crashes · 57 fires · 37 injuries · 1 death

  • Electrical system 229
  • Engine 161
  • Visibility and wipers 77
  • Airbags 56
  • Body and structure 48
  • Suspension 25

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 22 versions of the Hummer H3 first generation

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European Union 3 versions

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and versionEngineFuelCO₂EU registrations
20103.7 LPetrol330 g/km214
20105.3 LPetrol344 g/km72
2010–Petrol346 g/km26

United Kingdom 5 versions

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2008–20103.73.7 LPetrol5-speed manual13.8 L/100 km NEDC327 g/km
2008–20103.73.7 LPetrol4-speed automatic14.5 L/100 km NEDC346 g/km
20083.72.7 LPetrol4-speed automatic14.5 L/100 km NEDC346 g/km
20073.7 - L53.7 LPetrol5-speed manual20.5 L/100 km NEDC327 g/km
20073.7 - L5 AUT3.7 LPetrol4-speed automatic19.5 L/100 km NEDC346 g/km

United States 8 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
20103.7 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
20103.7 LPetrol5-speed manualFour-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km
2010FFV5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automaticFour-wheel drive14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA394 g/km
2007–2009SIL3.7 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive15–16 MPG (14.7–15.7 L/100 km) EPA345–368 g/km
2007–2009CLKUP3.7 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive15–16 MPG (14.7–15.7 L/100 km) EPA345–368 g/km
2008–2009CLKUP5.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA394 g/km
2006CLKUP3.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
2006SIL3.5 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km

Canada 6 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2007–2010Sport utility vehicle3.7 LPetrol4-speed automatic14.8–15.7 L/100 km 5-cycle340–361 g/km
2007–2010Sport utility vehicle3.7 LPetrol5-speed manual14.9–16.3 L/100 km 5-cycle343–375 g/km
2008–2010Sport utility vehicle5.3 LPetrol4-speed automatic16.6–16.8 L/100 km 5-cycle382–386 g/km
2010Sport utility vehicle5.3 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automatic23.5 L/100 km 5-cycle376 g/km
2006Sport utility vehicle3.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic15.0 L/100 km 5-cycle345 g/km
2006Sport utility vehicle3.5 LPetrol5-speed manual15.3 L/100 km 5-cycle352 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.