Hummer’s foray into the pickup truck segment is the 2010 Hummer H3T, a vehicle that blends a spacious cabin with a short pickup bed for a unique trucking experience.
Every Hummer H3T is powered by a 242-horsepower, 3.7-liter inline-five engine (also available in 239-horsepower trim) that is bolted to a four-speed automatic or a five-speed manual transmission. Power makes its way on to an electronically-shifted two-speed four-wheel drive system. The Alpha edition, which is engineered for better power and off-road capability, gets a 300-horsepower, 5.3-liter V-8. The H3T line achieves 13-14 mpg city and 16-18 mpg highway. Fuel economy and V-6 power trail behind the Nissan Xterra, and Toyota FJ Cruiser, but the H3T’s V-8 power blows competition out of the water. With a five-foot bed, a competitive payload rating of 1,090 pounds and a tow rating of 5,900 pounds – better than the aforementioned competitors – the 2010 Hummer H3T is built to get the job done.
A big, bold chrome grille, front and rear tow hooks and fog lights give the 2010 Hummer H3T a highly functional aesthetic, while sixteen-inch alloy wheels with 32-inch steel-belted all-terrain tires provide a look of off-road readiness, with the tools to match. 33-inch all-terrain tires are available as an option. The rugged body is bolted to a fully-welded steel frame, which rides on a beefy suspension. An off-road package includes even stronger suspension components and electronic-locking front and rear differentials. A chrome appearance package touches the mirrors, door handles and wheels, adding some shiny appeal.
Seating for five includes an available power front driver’s seat, while fully loaded models sport leather seating surfaces and heated power front seats. Base-model H3T’s get a single-CD player, and the rest get a six-CD changer. Bluetooth compatibility, a six-speaker stereo and satellite radio are standard, while fully loaded models get a seven-speaker brand-name stereo upgrade and optional features including a DVD entertainment system with dual rear LCD screens and navigation.
Dual front and two-row curtain airbags protect outboard passengers in a crash, while four-wheel antilock brakes and an electronic stability system help prevent impact. NHTSA crash test ratings are not available for the H3T, but the H3 gets Four- and Five-Star ratings in front impact testing.
It’s a pickup truck, and it’s also a Hummer. That’s enough information to tell you the 2010 Hummer H3T is high on capabilities, ruggedness, and bold looks.