HUMMER H2 SUT vs. Lexus GX 470 Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs about the same to get the Lexus GX 470 to the dealership as the HUMMER H2 SUT. The Lexus is substantially less costly than the HUMMER H2 SUT regarding MSRP.

Utility
The Lexus GX 470 will most definitely prove handier than the HUMMER H2 SUT for those of you with frequent child-cargo. The HUMMER H2 SUT is a better choice than the Lexus as far as hauling capacity, especially if you often need to carry a lot of equipment or large dogs. Towing is considerably more the HUMMER's forte than it is the Lexus's.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the HUMMER H2 SUT offers a bit more head room than the Lexus GX 470, there honestly isn't much of a difference. The HUMMER is not particularly more spacious for your passengers than the Lexus.

Dimensions
The HUMMER H2 SUT is tremendously more bulky than the Lexus GX 470. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the HUMMER H2 SUT than the GX 470 because of its larger tank. The Lexus GX 470 and the H2 SUT compete for the same parking spaces. The Lexus GX 470's shorter wheelbase will likely give a more maneuverable feel in daily traffic. On the flip side, the HUMMER H2 SUT is likely to have a smoother, more stable ride.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the HUMMER H2 SUT packs quite a punch and will knock the GX 470 down a few rungs. On the flip side, note that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With its tighter turning radius, the Lexus GX 470 is quite certainly sprier than the HUMMER H2 SUT, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; however, note that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.

Drivetrain
The Lexus GX 470's engine is significantly smaller than the H2 SUT's. Keep in mind that smaller engines can be stressed more; however, smaller engines are often cheaper to fix. The Lexus GX 470 could learn a lesson or two from the HUMMER H2 SUT regarding torque.

Overview
The H2 SUT and the Lexus GX 470 have the same basic warranty.