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14 September

Hummer H3 gets a Right Hand Drive Version for UK

General Motors Corp. 's (GM) HUMMER division got something to offer for the British car enthusiasts this coming week. The Detroit-based automaker, the popular HUMMER H3 in dealer showrooms across the United Kingdom. To be updated in connection with the driving standards of the country, GM will run right (RHD) version of the HUMMER H3 mid size SUV roll-out in the country starting this summer.

In an opening ceremony held at the Bauer Millett HUMMER facility in Manchester, England, Bob Lutz, GM Vice Chairman Global Product Development and launched a prototype HUMMER H3 model with the right lane configuration. He also comments: "HUMMER's iconic design and unparalleled off-road capabilities appeal to a wide audience worldwide. We are determined to build on the brand's unique recognition in Europe and especially here in the United Kingdom" .

Based on General Motor's GMT345 platform vehicles, the HUMMER H3 features compact overall dimensions compared to the Hummer H2 model. The body length measures 186.7 cm and 85.5 cm wide. The H3's wheelbase measures 111.9-inches long. Outside, the HUMMER H3 is equipped with HUMMER signature 7-slot louvered grille along with other exterior parts including round headlamps and vertical lines in the rear and side of the vehicle, embossed skid plate, GM tail pipe, 16 - or 18 -- inch alloy wheels, and rectangular windows. This show features of the HUMMER H3 HUMMER design cues from traditional on-and off-road vehicles. Can not get enough? The HUMMER H3 also offers numerous optional features for the UK peeps. These include trail ring package, trailer hitch receiver cover, chrome grille guard brush cleaners, cleaners chrome tubular assist steps, rocker panel protector, splash guards and bike carrier mounted lifts, side window deflectors, just for the few.

Moving inside, the H3 is equipped with luxurious and comfortable bucket seats for a maximum of five persons. All seats are on the HUMMER H3 his teaching appointments with double stitched "French" seams and set interior inserts and piping options to choose from. In addition, a foam density and soft pillows are also included for additional comfort in travel and 60/40 split rear seat that can be folded down to add to the load compartment of the vehicle. Other standard or optional features include sliding glass sunroof, all-season floor mats and cargo mats, cargo area liner conferences dust and side protector cover.

The HUMMER H3 with right drive (RHD) configuration will arrive in UK dealerships equipped with General Motors' monstrous Vortec 3.7-liter (3464 cc) engine with dual overhead camshafts and variable valve timing. The engine is capable of delivering 242 hp (164 kW) at 5600 rpm and 242 lb-ft (305 Nm) amount of maximum torque at 2800 rpm.

Compared with other HUMMER models, the H3 is available with a manual or an automatic gearbox, the first model to have. Customers can choose between the five-speed manual or Hydra-Matic 4L60 electronically controlled four-speed automatic transmission feeding the four wheels. GM's StabiliTrak stability control system (ESC) is available for the H3 as a standard component.

Watch out for new releases of genetically modified for the manufacture of the suggested retail price (MSRP) for the right drive HUMMER H3 model.

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