In addition to all of the highly unique features mentioned
here, following are some of the best reasons to consider owning a Hummer(some major, some minor). Consider these before you decide to purchase an H1 or H2 of your own:
- It's very large, yet handles with more precision than some smaller trucks.
- Turning radius (26.5 feet) is good compared to other large sport-utes.
- It can travel places other vehicles cannot. It can go virtually anywhere: through rivers, mud, snowdrifts, and over obstacles of many sizes.
- Doesn't ride like a tank.
- OnStar system is standard.
- A more sophisticated 4WD system than most SUVs, including a lockable differential and traction control that only requires one wheel to have traction, plus a second mode for mud or sand driving.
- Full-time 4WD means powerful 4-wheel drive capabilities at all times.
- It's an attention-getter. About the only thing a Hummer is NOT capable of is anonymity! Everyone asks about it, wants to know what it's like, wants a closer look, wants to sit in it... and you're 4-wheeling friends will beg you spend more time off-road in it.
- Stock radio is impressive. The Bose (cassette/CD/radio) system uses noise canceling technology to eliminate road, wind and other distractions while providing clear sound from nine speakers.
- Feeling of safety and security on the road (and off).
- Fun to drive.
- Great factory winch option.
- Steering wheel controls that permit drivers to select radio stations, change modes from radio to CD and control volume.
- Head room and leg room are adequate for taller drivers and passengers.
- 60/40 second-row seat is easily wide enough for 3 adults.
- The 2nd row seat can also be folded down to increase cargo space.
- Back seat passengers get their own climate controls, vents, and stereo controls for two headphone jacks.
- The optional 3rd row seat flips forward easily, so cargo space can be created in an instant. This seat can also be completely removed, creating even more cargo space.
- Light-sensitive inside rearview mirror with compass and outside temperature display.
- Rear seats, fold, tuck, swivel and can be removed (although they’re quite heavy).
- The seats can adjust be adjusted to suit a wide variety of drivers.
- Lots of opportunities to participate in Hummer outings all across the country (many of them are free). These are great for trying out Hummer's offroad capabilities, and getting to know other Hummer owners.
- Wheels are positioned at the extreme corners, providing extra stability on-road and preventing tipping off-road.
- Wider tires with extremely wide tread for ultimate traction.
- A stable vehicle, with high clearance and a low center of gravity at the same time.
- Despite the poor gas mileage, the Hummer comes with a 32-gallon gas tank, so it will go just as far on one tank of gas as most other vehicles.
- Unquestionably one of the best choices for an off-road vehicle. Even with a stock Hummer, you're able to go places that only modified 4x4's can go.
- Made in America.
