The Hummer EV SUV: A Contradictory Beast

The 2024 GMC Hummer EV SUV is a vehicle that defies easy categorization. Depending on who you ask, it’s either awful or awesome, and perhaps that’s part of its charm. Let’s delve into the contradictory nature of this electric “supertruck.”

The Attention-Grabber

First things first: the Hummer EV SUV is designed to turn heads. Clad in an eye-searing Afterburner Tintcoat (a tangerine hue), it demands attention. With the T-tops off, it’s a rolling spectacle that screams, “Look at me!” And indeed, every living being in the vicinity seems to oblige, staring as you drive past.

On-Pavement Quirks

But practicality? Not its strong suit. Here’s where the contradictions begin:

1. Noise: At highway speeds, the Hummer is “please speak up” noisy. Blame it on the enormous all-terrain tires and the flat windshield. It’s not a serene cruiser.

2. Interior: The synthetic leather seats are neither luxurious nor easy to wipe down. The gaudy yet cheap interior doesn’t feel like a six-figure truck.

3. Range: Despite an estimated 170-kilowatt-hour battery pack, the tri-motor 3X trim with the Extreme Off-Road Package offers just 298 miles of range according to the EPA. That’s a mere 1.76 miles per kilowatt-hour, making it one of the least-efficient electric vehicles on the road.

4. Performance: The Hummer’s combined 830 horsepower is impressive, but it’s handily defeated by the Rivian R1S Quad-Motor’s 835 HP. Still, 0-60 in 3.5 seconds is plenty fast for a truck this size.

5. Weight: Weighing between 8,000 and 9,000 pounds, the Hummer feels massive. Jamming the brakes at highway speeds reminds you of its heft.

Superb Automation

Thankfully, GM’s Super Cruise level 2 automation comes standard. It’s a saving grace for handling this behemoth.

Verdict: Mega Attitude

Let’s abandon rationality for a moment. The Hummer EV SUV isn’t about highway comfort or practicality. It’s about attitude, one-pedal driving, and making a statement. Love it or hate it, this electric beast is here to turn heads and defy expectations.

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