2009 HUMMER H2 SUV

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2009 HUMMER H2 Review
The 2009 Hummer H2 gains the ability to run on E85 ethanol-blended fuel. This premium large SUV is available as a 4-door wagon or the SUT, which is a crew-cab pickup truck. Like the Chevrolet Avalanche, the SUT features a folding midgate between the cabin and cargo bed. The H2 wagon can seat up to seven; 2nd-row bucket seats are newly available for 2009. H2 is powered by a 393-hp 6.2-liter V8 engine. A 6-speed automatic with steering wheel paddles for manual operation is the sole transmission. Maximum towing capacity is 8000 lb. H2s have all-wheel drive with low-range gearing for off-road use. Off-road equipment designed to cope with severe conditions is available. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, and curtain side airbags. Also standard are OnStar assistance and leather upholstery with heated 1st- and 2nd-row seats. A wireless cell phone link, heated steering wheel, and power tilt steering column are among the new features on the 2009 H2.

Walkaround
Acceleration is fairly brisk around town and strong at highway speeds. Hummer estimates an 8.0-second 0-60 mph time, which feels accurate to us. The smooth-shifting transmission is prompt to kick down for more power. No opportunity to measure. H2's over 8600-lb gross vehicle weight exempts it from the EPA mileage-reporting program. Expect mileage in the low teens at best on the premium-grade gas Hummer recommends. Fuel economy will be further reduced running on E85. A bit jittery over small bumps and floaty over big ones despite meaty tires and 3-ton heft. Little difference between the coil- and optional air-spring suspensions, though the latter's self-leveling feature helps with heavy hauling and towing. Massive weight and tall build mean marked cornering lean. Steering feels light at low speeds, yet maneuverability is hampered by H2's jumbo 43.5-ft turning circle (vs. Ford Expedition's 38.7 ft). It's not overly sensitive to crosswinds, its despite blocky shape, but straightline stability is compromised by huge tires that tend to follow road grooves. Good brake pedal feel and modulation. H2's interior is assembled with good-quality materials, highlighted by abundant soft-touch surfaces. Large, unobstructed gauges are easy to read. The available navigation/audio unit uses a sensible touch screen design and is not hard to learn. High step-up, but the available running boards help. Good headroom, legroom, and shoulder space with comfortable seats. Visibility is hindered by thick roof pillars and rear headrests, though an available rearview camera helps.

Summary
Hummer's biggest model is incredibly capable off-road and reasonably well-behaved on-road. Impressive towing capacity adds to the package. For shoppers uncomfortable with Hummer's aggressive styling and with few off-road aspirations, any number of large trucks match the H2's overall utility and trump it for passenger space and fuel economy. Hummer claims wagon versions offer almost 90 cubic feet of cargo space, but the load floor is high and obscured by the spare tire mounted on a massive swing-away rear carriage. The 2nd-row 60/40 seatbacks do fold flush into the floor. SUT's midgate adds versatility, but the tailgate is very heavy and very high off the ground. With the split rear seat folded and midgate in place, SUTs offer about 30 cubic feet of interior cargo room.

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