Hummer H3 – Photo Gallery: With news about large SUV backlash and volatile fuel prices, one could logically conclude that the past couple of years have been difficult for Hummer. Yet, as luck or possible foresight would have it, Hummer had launched the smaller, relatively efficient H3, a rugged-looking midsize SUV that landed on the radars of those looking for a more compact rendition of brawn. It now constitutes the majority of Hummer sales.

Unfortunately, the H3 shares its working parts with the Chevy Colorado, including its lackluster five-cylinder engine. However, 2007 ushers in a more powerful 3.7-liter version that puts performance on the livable side of mediocre.

Like certain Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon trims with which it shares its architecture, the Hummer H3 draws power from a five-cylinder engine (thankfully, the Chevy and GMC’s four-cylinder is not offered on the H3). Last year, that equated to 3.5-liters with 220 horsepower and 225 lb.-ft. of torque. Not bad, until you consider the H3’s 4,700-lb. curb weight. Sensing a need for better performance, the 2007 H3 (and Colorado/Canyon twins) soldiers on with a five-shooter, though displacement has been bumped up to 3.7 liters with 242 now being the magic number for horsepower and torque. Transmission choices include a standard five-speed manual or an optional four-speed automatic.

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