2008 Hummer H2 Review | A MASSIVE Public MISUNDERSTANDING
2008 Hummer H2 Review | A Massive Public Misunderstanding
Many have misunderstood the Hummer H2 and a lot of that has to do with the press. In this review, I plan to address the common misconceptions that the Hummer H2 and other model Hummers face.
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Its a great drive experience and its very unique, but i wouldnt daily drive It, im going to sound like a grandpa but i drive It weekends to go out, to the supermarket, for DD i use a diésel car to save money 😄
I love it holds value bigtime off roadimg no comparison anywhere its 2 truck chassis in one
I own a 2008 H2 since 2015. I get great gad mileage at 14-16 mpg around town in North East Pennsylvania area. The 6.2 liter engine uses Premium Gas not regular like the 6.0 liter. I use my H2 as a daily driver. The 2008 has full cabin Airbags which is a new feature the 03-07 do not have. At this date September 2022 I have 147,000 miles and absolutely no problems! The only problem I have encountered was not parking in a parking garage! H2 is too tall !!
@@lorraine6848 I'm looking at an 08 for myself. How's it holding up?
Very informative video although there are a couple of minor things that you did get wrong. First gen Hummers from 03-04 made i believe 310-315hp. 05-07 made 325hp. 08-09 made somewhere between 380-390hp. Also you mentioned that it doesn't have an interior hood latch when its right there by the parking brake at 13:10
Bro I have a 2 hummers h2 one as my daily driving and one to go out for fun and vacation no matter what people say this trucks are reliable and fun to drive love my hummers!!
As you should my friend
I have a 2008 and I Love It !
It’s $30k for a decent condition 08. $35k for an 09. We paid $35k from a dealer for our 08 with 60k miles in 2015.
Dude that’s a $55,000 car now
I got mine for 25k with 57k miles. In pristine Condtion inside and out. I guess I bought it very cheap because my dealer friend got it for me at the auction so I paid auction dealer price and he did not charge me anything very lucky. But I did replace a couple of things and I redid the whole front and rear suspension with heavy duty suspension parts it drives like a new truck
I bought my 2008 in 2015 also with 80,000 miles. Paid around $35,000.from a GMC dealership. This truck is mint condition all stock. Dealer had it out on 2 leases and when it came back after the 2nd lease..they parked it in the back lot and it sat there and never cleaned..I bought it" as is condition" the only thing they did was wash it before I got there.!I now have 147,000 all stock except for some outside add-on's..took off the tube steps and put on flat running boards made just for the Hummer H2.
I owned one and let me tell you it's A BEAST!!!!!
It absolutely is! Thanks so much for stopping by!
Yes but u should see when it's upgraded to cummins
Great job on the review. I’ve had a lot of gm suvs and this one is my favorite. 2006 H2 currently has 303,000 miles
Hey thanks so much and that’s awesome! I’m glad to see it’s treating you well very cool SUV for sure!
Hey Chip, what kind of maintenance do you do routinely to keep it running?
I have a 2008 and 147,000 miles. 14-16mpg around town!
I love my 2003 H2 still runs and drives like new at 130,000 miles!
Mine got more miles still runs like a champ 240333
I've been driving one as a daily for the last 4 years. Love it. I've owned BMWs, Toyota trucks, Infiniti's, Porsche, Mustangs.. and others. My H2 is one of the best vehicles I've ever owned.
That is incredible 👏 very nice my friend
I recently bought orange 08 H2 like in your video. This is the best SUV I've ever driven! This car is always a joy to drive and even when I just look at it it improves my mood! This is a very cool vehicle.
I agree! I have a 2008 luxury edition also! I love the gas mileage I get ! 14-16 mpg around town! I use Sunoco Premium gas 94 octane. All stock except I put a little chrome on it and a brush guard extra roof rails .flat running boards ( took off the tube steps) had my rock sliders powder coated. I Love my H2 espically when a guy says to me..how can a small girl like you..drive such a monster of a truck!! LOL!! GOTTA LOVE THE H2!!
I love my 05 H2 hummer with 225.000 km on it 6.0 l motor...but having troubles finding replacement parts for it....I need a blower motor Resistor for it but can not find any the are being discontinued
Thanks for your honest review! I plan on buying one next month! Super excited! Great video! 😊
Hey thank you for watching and I’m glad you appreciate my review can’t wait for you to get one these things are awesome and I know you will love it! Take care!
Your a women u need to sit down
Did you get onr?
I have a 2003 H2, 145000 I’m and a 2006 H3 w/ 61000. Both are perfect cond, and would never sell either one I bought both new . Love the cars. They took us there & brought us home w/o any accidents or problems. Take care of your cars & they will take care of you.
Pretty honest review from a road perspective. I currently have a 2003 H2 with approximately 80k miles. I bought it as a low mileage example (20k) in 2013. It's comfortable, roomy, has been mechanically bulletproof with 2 minor issues and is an off road beast. Like many vehicles the early year models had minor issues - leaking sunroofs caused by clogged drains and gauge issues caused by sending unit failures. Simple fixes for both - at least in my opinion. The cons - people hate them or love them. fuel mileage. This isn't a Prius though... I don't fit in most parking garages Cheap ass interior....like pathetic in it's cheap assness Pros - Built like an anvil Roomy Fantastic road manners. Mine is quiet, rides decently, etc Incredible off road ability - runs stock on 35" tires, has UCP already, traction control system that works, locking center diff, locker in the rear, 31 gallon fuel tank (ok... so it needs that) decent power from the V8. I've been all over the place with my H2. It's bone stock except for 37" KM3's. I like it quite alot. I'm looking for another one
Hey thanks so much and I really appreciate your detailed break down of your ownership experience. I really enjoy hearing from owners as you have the most mature perspective and it truly helps out other viewers. Thanks so much for stopping by and watching
Nice video. Have an H3. About to get an H2.
Love my 2007 H2 wouldn't trade it for anything on the market has 119,000 miles on it and rides like a new vehicle ,great for road trips very comfortable .gas mileage not any worst then the new 350 Chevy's or fords . Great video keep up the good work.
Love my 2003 h2 its my daily driver, best thing since my 83 k5 blazer
I love my 2005 H2!!!
Nice you’re lucky to have such an awesome ride my friend
They look neat. Always liked the H1 better. But the H2 has its place too
The 08 and 09 are definitely more valuable at least what I’m seeing on the net. We have an 05 daily driver. I’d like to test drive the 08 and 09 to see how the compare.
I have an 08 H2 as well, and love it. This one seems to be extremely rusty underneath though
I have a question for hummer 2owners 08 09 I have a 16 challenger rt and was thinking about trading for a hummer 2 any input like is it a good trade or bad please help
people who say It has the chassis of a Chevy Tahoe couldn't be more wrong The frame itself is constructed from 3 sections, each either custom made for the H2 or modified and beefed up front frame is a beefed up GM 2500-Series utility frame. The rear frame is a beefed up GM 1500-Series frame. The H2 frame is fully boxed (Tahoe is not) and has more cross members ... Even the the rails on the silverado 2500HD are only "C-channel", on the H2 they are much bigger and fully boxed, and more. If you take the front skid, bumper, etc. off your truck you'll see some of the heaviest front-end-reinforcement of any frame on any vehicle from this era. all components are packaged flush with or above the frame rails unique suspension unique transfer case unique traction control system H2 has a rear locker The Tahoe is a 6 lug, H2 is 8 lug H1 and H2 were built at the same assembly line at AM General's plant in Indiana.
I'm not a GM freak but you are correct grabbed a few tid bits from good ol Doug as well
Love the intro music! I'm definitely a hard rock fan!
Haha thank you so am I!
I just bought one. I felt the laughing like a school girl tooooo!
That's how you know you made a great choice!
Man the price steadily going up on these Hummers.
I LOVE my HUMMER! I own a 2003! Bought it in 2013 still own it till this day! I will never get rid of it! I just swapped the old 6.0 liter for a Fresh Remanufactured 6.0! Its a beast of a truck and i love it soooo Much!
While I prefer the H1, I still really like the H2. Especially after I road in one. That convinced me.
Oh yea the H1 is the real top dog but not everyone can afford that haha. But yea hummers’ are really cool, I’ve always been a fan. Thanks so much for stopping by sir
Why do you prefer the H1 please specify your reason please?
@@karanrandawa7783 bigger, meaner, more of an off road vehicle. The H2 is a better daily driver.
I have to say I prefer the 03-07 interiors. And the steering wheel I prefer the 03 which just says HUMMER in engraved lettering, it looks cool. After 03 it said H2 but that was a mistake, why'd they change it? Love my 03 and the great thing is the exterior looks nearly identical for the entire production run. On the 08'-'09 they moved the HUMMER lettering down on the front grill. I think it looks better where it was before. Not sure they really improved things with the 08 facelift. They rounded off some corners inside on the dash and doors, new instrument cluster. Some say the interiors are really plastic-y and cheap well what car or truck since 1980 doesn't have plastic? I think they are fine. I love the dash. My biggest complaint would be the shifter which is plastic and that is pretty cheap feeling. Like what would it have cost to put something solid instead? The other downside is there isn't much room behind the 3rd row for storage. I'd like to put a full 3rd row in mine but then I wouldn't have much luggage space left. Our Expedition has 2 inches more leg room in the second row and it even has more room behind 3rd row so overall it has less space. Fuel economy is about the same despite the larger engine and more weight. Actually, I got slightly better highway in the Hummer. Yes, Hummer takes a lot of shit about fuel economy but any big SUV or truck is like that. To me it doesn't seem that big. I remember when I saw these when they first came out. They looked big then but not compared to pretty much any truck now. I had a Jeep Cherokee at the time so bigger than those. But I've driven much bigger trucks so this isn't that bad really.
Thanks so much for the detailed comment, I would have to agree with a lot of it. Hummers are some nice rides
I like the 08-09 ones. They seem modern. But if I could have two I would take an 03 and an 09. The 03s are truest unique. The 09 ones just feel more comfortable to me.
I also have a 2008 H2 and..an Expedition! I had a 1998 and 2005 Expedition..now I have a 2019 Expedition..yes there is more room in the "Expy" because it's longer than the H2. I have a full 3rd row in the H2 and have them tumbled up and out of the way. Bought my H2 in 2015 and now have 147,000 miles and get 14-16 mpg. Around town in North East Pennsylvania
You like the 03 interior? That interior fell a part.. and the radio bezel looks better in the 08. Plus.. they added ac on the roof.. so better temperature in the cab be it ac or heat. Plus, the clusters looked much better.. BUT.. I will say that the 03 steering wheel was probably more attractive
I do like it better but yes the 08 brought overhead air. Plus engine and transmission upgrades. Got 3 H2's now. All 2003's.
Nice review Kev!! ;)
Haha fixed a KZhead glitch and one of my own 😂
@@MeynMotorGroup roflmao
I have an H2 and totally just love it
I have to add too, when I first climbed inside mine when I went to look/buy it, it was so cool. The low windows. It makes a very unique driving experience. People hate on these but HUMMER's are future classics. They haven't made them for 10 years now and who knows when they'll be back and what form they will take when they do. When you look at the production numbers, 150k H2's isn't that many. Yeah, they hold their value, I'm finding that out now after wanting to buy a second H2. Can't find any as cheap as my black chrome '03 now. Black looks so good on these, well I haven't seen a bad color yet. White is a little boring though. I like that early orange color, maybe yellow. Blue looks good too but rare. I ordered a bunch of sales brochures off ebay, they are fantastic to look at. My favorite is '07 sales brochure showing the SUV and SUT out in the wilderness. Some great images in there of H2's.
Hey thanks so much for the awesome comment glad to hear you’re a big fan of these. I agree with your points and I think with how strict emissions are getting, this brand will continue to be dead and these Hummer vehicles will be a sought after classic
@@MeynMotorGroup I'm not sure if emissions would prevent a new HUMMER model (basically the same as selling 2500/3500 series trucks). The 6.6l Duramax would be 12-16mpg while delivering more power/torque so a noticeable improvement over the first generation H2's. The problem would be they were 50k back then for the H2, now they would start at 70k so how long would that be before I could afford one, lol? But, I think enough time has past and HUMMER is a solid brand, they need to bring it back. China couldn't pay enough for it, so glad it didn't end up over there. I think the time is right for a return.
@@n3d.studio Yea but those are classified as "trucks" so they get a pass but I don't know if vehicles like Suburbans, Land Cruisers, Armadas, etc. are classified as trucks since they are based off of truck platforms
@@MeynMotorGroup I think the EPA rules say they must meet a combined avg mpg of all vehicles sold, that's the only regulation that I know of where it would be an issue. I don't recall what it is right now 30mpg combined maybe, and it's supposed to go up by 2025 etc. So if they sell enough high mpg or EV models that would make up for trucks/suv's. The 6.6l is already more efficient than the 6.0/6.2 Vortec, but if they didn't put a 6.6l in, maybe a turbo charged 6 cycle like the Raptor, they could do even better. I would say it doesn't really need the Duramax unless you plan on doing a lot up pulling anyway and then you really need a truck not a SUV. But it wouldn't be ridiculous to expect 18mpg's out of a new HUMMER with today's engineering. Now if HUMMER/AM General is expected to meet those epa rules alone, then yes but if GM combined, I think they're fine.
Of course the new rumor is that the HUMMER brand will return as an EV. GM recently struck a $3bn deal with union workers (BT1 electric program) to build an all new EV platform and talk is that the HUMMER brand will likely be brought back as an all-electric off road SUV. This would still be years away likely 20 years after the H2's debut. As far as electric HUMMER's for normal driving I think that's fine as more and more charging stations appear, but what about off road? Charging could be an issue depending on location. But being EV, the downside is the price, a new gas powered HUMMER would likely cost 70k in todays money. GM says the electric trucks will sell at 90k or more, other vehicles will be 100k or more.
I get 12.9mpg in a 2005.Better mpg than a 1969 Camaro SS or Mustang Gt. The frame is not a Tahoe frame. It has a 2500 HD truck front frame architecture designed for more offeoad. There is basically nothing the same in the Tahoe except the accessories and steering wheel and in the last couple years of the H2s life the Tahoe finally got the engine/transmission option I believe. But Tahoe got no under armor, no front hitch, No 33s, No rear locker, not the same suspension calibration, and a lot more. I love my H2. Never going to sell it. Not that there is anything wrong with a Tahoe. id deive a tahoe.
I use to love these dam things when I was a kid. Had model cars in different colors and everything.
I love my H2 2003, its a beast
Ive got a 2003 hummer h2 and i love it
Nice huge congrats! This thing is a beast
Love it dude awesome
how much miles you per gallon?
The H2 doesn't "ask". It "takes".
Yup I agree
Your joy in driving the truck makes my heart smile. I've been wanting an H2 since they hit the scene. I drive a Peterbilt every day, so the size of this thing is nothing. I just may grab one soon. Great video.
You should my friend! This vehicle was bliss to drive and resale value is great
Own 2005 H2 and still running good with minimal problems !
Nice! That’s great to hear yea these things are awesome for sire
I love my Hummer H2. Bought it new in 2005. Still got it. The most trouble free vehicle. Its Chevy Vortec 6.0 Easy to work on. Chevy 2005 Hummer. If they come back. I will buy another one any day.
Should I get a jeep wrangler 2018/2019 or the hummer h2 2008 or 9???
Hummer boa
Just bought a garage kept 04 with 63k miles. I love it.
Nice huge congrats
Big resale value
That is amazing. 160k miles. That thing looks great!
Yea I absolutely love it but all the cars that dealer gets is stupid clean. Thanks so much for stopping by my friend!
Exhaust Sports Auto no problem. I love h2s hoping to get the one my parents have for my 16th birthday. It’s an orange 08 like that one.
That would be a sick first car! Prepare yourself for a ton of attention haha
Looking at a 03 to purchase right now
Hey thanks for stopping by, I'm sure you will like it!
same
I'm looking for a low mileage sut!
You looked pretty good riding in the Hummer. It fits your “swaggerish behavior” 😂
Humbled by that 😆
My first H2 was an 06..loved it... Picked up a 2008 couple years ago With 150000 miles... If you ever have the chance Try to get the 08 or 09..... the 6 speed transmission and the 6.2 it's a whole different hummer.... best vehicle to own in Alaska in my opinion.....thanks for posting
Honestly good price
My car is HUMMER H2 in Japan!
That’s sick!
Great video! You just earned a sub from an H2 owner ;) !!!!
Thanks so much haha I appreciate your support my friend. Yea these hummers are awesome rides for sure!
Get a good custom tune up done and you will have improved fuel economy and horsepower
Its definitely a dream machine for me, if i get the chance to get one ide probably have an accident in my pants, fukin love them
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I have a 2008 hummer h2 with 44k miles is my favourite car
You’re lucky haha that is very awesome such low miles
It's probably worth more now than the day rolled off the showroom....
Didn't i just watch this earlier this morning?
Yup had to reupload haha KZhead wasn’t properly displaying comments originally
@@MeynMotorGroup Just making sure. It is a fun and amazing ride. They look even better lifted !!!
@@rayk9897 Oh yea these things are sick, I would choose a pre owned example of one of these over a Jeep and would be a lot of fun to build up. Thanks again for stopping by a second time I really appreciate the support!
I don’t think the h2 is for speed but for off-road/on road use but the reputation of the vehicle was bad because the people that drive this car. But people before were complaining how they got bad fuel milage and the h2 killed the environment and now we have WAY bigger trucks then the h2 and heavier like the chevy,fords,and rams. Some people just want big rigs i think the h2 is pretty good vehicle
Yea we have crazy gas guzzlers nowadays but gas is kind of cheap right now. I’m sure when it spikes back up, smaller cars will be more popular again
Yes i do agree small cars will always be a persons thought for better fuel milage and when it does spike up people need small cars to save money. But in the end of the day whether you own a huge suv ,pickup truck, or a small sedan a car is a machine that you can rely on to get you from point A to point B and no matter which car you drive as long as you take care of it that machine will last until it won’t go anymore. Than we can get to the spicy stuff like changing engines or buying a whole new car. 😁
Great Review for this car
@@TheGamingPotato-lf9ec I appreciate that, thanks so much!
AMURICAAAA!!!!!!!!
Haha thanks for stopping by again
Hmm... Not sure on this one Kevin, you are definitely reaching to compare it to a Raptor, these actually have very weak front suspension and especially the tie rods tend to bend in any sorta rock crawling situation. Personally I’m not a fan, but I still see your points and for someone who is a fan I guess it might be worth it. But yeah if you’re looking for a hard core off roader the Raptor or Toyota TRD Pro have much better suspension setups and will take a lot more abuse.
This is why I love it when you stop by my friend you provide some great insight. You may be right of course but I can only go buy it’s capabilities when it was new as all the journalists tested it in very tough terrain. Raptors and Toyota’s will always be at the top of durability but for half the price I do like this thing. I also like how it holds value but most of that is due to how it looks. Good thing is no one will off road this haha
Exhaust Sports Auto I will forever associate them with the dorky pill dealer from Breaking Bad or was that “Better Call Saul”...? Well either way, that is all I can think of when I see one... and honestly I’d much rather a pale green Aztec.😉
Ok they are weak on tie bars but you can upgrade them to titium ones and new shockers. Then you have the best truck going
What is the title to the music?
Like fuck off loser
2008 hummer h2 GM General Motors Is American United States 🇺🇸 Like Cadillac Escalade Like a GMC Yukon Denali and Chevrolet Suburban and Chevrolet Tahoe Vortec engine hummer engine
Anyone looking for italian leather and suede in a Hummer should just slap themselves lol That thing isn't cheap at all to me! The 2008 improved the interior so much and erased all that bs prius drivers campaigned against!
It's not like a raptor... far from it. A raptor outclasses the h2 in every way. Maybe a cool factor but I cringe when you keep comparing the two.
Not really comparing just stating this as an alternative that holds value
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haha #360p gang thanks for stopping by so early
Stupid clock lmao
The h1 is way better looking
My neighbor has had one for years and he said he hates it. He said it leaks oil and shit everywhere.
I would still get a warranty with a GM product but far better than a German car
Mine was leaking from the rear main and I was a little worried it leaked quite a bit. I put a bottle of Blue Devil Rear Main sealer in after I topped off the oil. You're supposed to drive about 200 miles for it to fully work. I noticed a difference the next day, just a small drop now and then. After a few days, not a drop. I park it in my garage and I check it often to see if there's any leaking, nope. Never would have thought a stop leak product would work this well but it did. Tell him to get that in there it's around 15.00 a bottle. Need to see where it's leaking though. They also have a general purpose stop leak, but if it's the rear main you need that one.
Funny how it's allways "my neighbor" that hates it, I'm starting to think it's just an overused lie.
@@okigojuryu My neighbor literally has one I'm not lying. It's an old yellow H2 with a sticker on it that says "short bus". I dont like you now for doubting me though.
@@jakepokemonman1227 like I would actually care if someone likes me...
You lost me at "...widest vehicle ever. This actually makes the Ford Raptor look like a little baby car, honestly". Did you even try? Look at a spec sheet? The first gen Raptor, at 86.3" wide, not counting mirrors, is 5.1" wider than the H2's 81.2". The H1 is only 5mm wider than the Raptor. So, when compared to the Raptor, as you did, neither of the Hummers dimmensions are all that ridiculous. Are they?
Let's see, oversized, underpowered, SLOW AS FRICK! Worthless at resale. 11 MPG. Blue book is about $2000.00 if you want to throw money away, buy one and watch your mechanic grin when have your Hummer towed in!
bold but untrue claims
The Hummer doesn't lose its value and sells pretty fast. they are very reliable