General Motors had closed manufacturing new models under its hummer brand; however, with the introduction of the electric hummer, the company has again continued manufacturing under the same model. According to numerous authentic sources, the GMC will first introduce an electric hummer as a pick-up truck, but later it will also be released as an SUV.
If we call this new model a beast, it will ideally make sense because, from its top power train, it has up to 1000 horsepower, uses three electric motors, and gives 329 miles/charge. Moreover, it has a fast pick that reaches 60 mph in 3.3 seconds. Furthermore, the new model comes with an optional adjustable air suspension, removable roof panels, and diagonal driving- a feature with four-wheel steering. So combining these features, the new GMC model under the Hummer brand is amusing, especially when you want to go off-road.
Their next target is an SUV that will also be fully electric, which means that a new rival is fully prepared to give tough competition to Tesla and Rivian shortly. Apart from General Motors, another giant from the same market is also prepared to enter the same competition, FORD.
WHAT MAKES AN ELECTRIC HUMMER DIFFERENT FROM THAT OLD ONE
Everyone knows that hummer is an old brand, so what makes it so popular this time? Well, with the advancement of technology and in the era where climate change has severely impacted various parts of the world, everyone, including businesses, and governments, promotes activities that lead to the sustainability of our environment. Moreover, people but those products that are environment friendly, now keeping this fact in consideration businesses are coming with offering such products.
The automobile sector has followed the same strategy by introducing electric vehicles that are extremely environmentally friendly and efficient at the same time. GMC added an electric hummer as one such product to its product lineup and is determined to develop more such vehicles as we are also expecting an electric hummer SUV soon.
Whereas the first model seems quite expensive, more vehicles will also come in the future that will be affordable for spectators. Remember that the first edition will cost $110,295. The other models will range between $86,645 and $206,645.
While the first edition has already entered the quite expensive market, those who look for less expensive electric Hummers will have to wait until the entry of EV3X, which also costs above $100,000. So if you are looking for one that is below 100k, then you need to wait until GMC launches EV2X and EV2, as these models will cost you $96,645 and $ 86,645, respectively.
The six-figure price tag of EVX2 comes with some great features that include adjustable air suspension, a hands-free driving system from GM’s supercruise, and an infotainment display of 13.4 inches. At the same time, the under six-figure models comes with a two-motor drive train that is less powerful and will be available for sale in 2023 and 2024.
Hummer EV is currently the only model offered by GM with three electric motors capable of making 1000 horsepower. Furthermore, it can easily reach 60 mph within 3.3 seconds, but there is a flaw that can disappoint you to hear that it takes 211 feet to stop this electric hummer when it’s shooting at 70mph. What’s more disappointing is that its braking system fades the more you use it. But it is still much better than its other counterparts because it’s more unwieldy than other broadozers and has better maneuverability when it’s slow.
TOWING AND MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY OF THE ELECTRIC HUMMER
While speaking about its towing capacity, the company officially stated that it has a towing capacity of 7,500 pounds. Remember, the towing capacity of the EV trucks such as Rivian R1T from Rivian and F-150 from Ford have towing capacity of 11,000 and 10,000, so the towing capacity of electric Hummer (Hummer EV) is relatively lesser than its counterparts.
BATTERY LIFE AND CHARGING TIME
As mentioned earlier, the GM electric model can go from 329 miles once its battery is fully charged, where the battery uses GM’s manufactured battery made from Ultium battery-pack technology. Moreover, this model uses an electrical architecture of 800 volts and a fast charging capability of 350 KW. Conferring to the claims of GMC, this will ensure that charging the battery for 10 minutes will let the electric hummer go for 100 miles.
The best part about charging hummers is that if you don’t have fast charging stations nearby, you can charge it at your home or from conventional public charging stations. Irrespective of the method you charge hummer EV, the best thing is that it takes less time to recharge than its counterparts.
While comparing its real-world MPGe, it came out that hummer’s MPGe was significantly lesser than Rivian. According to the estimates of EPAv, the fuel economy of Hummer EV is listed below.
- 51 MPGe city
- 43 MPGe highway
- 47 MPGe combined
For comparison, listed below are the MPGe for Rivian R1T.
- 74 MPGe city
- 66 MPGe highway
- 70 MPGe combined
HUMMER EV INFOTAINMENT AND DISPLAY
The new GM models come with a 13.4 inches display as an infotainment screen and a 12-inch digital display panel. For graphics design, General Motors has asked Epic Games to design graphics for the car (Epic Games are the developers of the “Fortnite” game).
Various connectivity features include Android Auto Capability, wi-fi hotspot, and OnStar telematics system from General Motors.
Regarding the warranty and maintenance coverage, GM offers the same policies as their other vehicles: bumper-to-bumper coverage that is for 3 years or 36,000 miles and powertrain coverage for 5 years or 60,000 miles.
The dimensions of this model are listed below.
- A wheelbase that is 135.6 inches
- The length of the truck is 226.8 inches
- The width of the truck is 86.7 inches
- The height of the truck is 79.1 inches
- The passenger volume of the truck is 128 feet
- The cargo volume of the truck is 11 feet
- The curb weight of the truck is 9640 pounds
FINAL WORDS
The Hummer EV is a fantastic truck that doubles the fun when it goes off-road. It comes with all safety and protection gears, not to mention the company’s coverage policy. This electric hummer has four-wheel steering that makes it capable of moving diagonally and can go for 329 miles once the batteries are fully charged. Finally, it has a great pick as it can read 60 mph within 3.3 seconds. So overall, it’s a great electric vehicle. However, some flaws in it make it less competitive such as its towing capacity.
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