HUMMER H2 SUV vs. Lexus GX 470 Review

Handling
The HUMMER has markedly wider tires than the Lexus GX 470. Keep in mind that bigger tires could improve handling, while smaller tires might improve gas mileage. With its tighter turning circle, the GX 470 is definitely more agile than the HUMMER H2, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; on the flip side, note that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.

Drivetrain
The HUMMER's engine is significantly more massive than the Lexus's. Note that more sizeable engines may use more gas than smaller ones.

Utility
There's no clear winner between the HUMMER H2 and the Lexus as far as transporting cargo. Drivers with frequent kid-duty might favor the Lexus GX 470 over the HUMMER H2. The HUMMER is likely a better choice than the GX 470 as far as transporting cargo, especially if you frequently need to carry a lot of loot or animals.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the HUMMER H2 offers a bit more head room than the Lexus GX 470, there really isn't much of a difference. While the rear of the H2 offers a bit more head- and leg-room than the GX 470, there honestly isn't much of a difference.

Dimensions
The HUMMER is considerably more ponderous than the Lexus. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the HUMMER H2 than the Lexus GX 470 because of its bigger tank. The HUMMER H2 rides lower than the Lexus GX 470, which is a good thing for its center of gravity and ease of access. The Lexus GX 470 and the HUMMER H2 compete for the same parking spaces. The Lexus's shorter wheelbase will likely give a nimbler feel in daily traffic. On the flip side, the H2 is likely to have a smoother, more stable ride.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The Lexus GX 470 is considerably cheaper to get to the dealership than the HUMMER H2. As far as MSRP, the HUMMER H2 costs considerably more than the Lexus.

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