General Motors is about to introduce to the local market another member of the growing
Hummer H3 family. The second
SUV in the exclusive Alpha series (the first one was the late
2006 Hummer H1 Alpha), the new
Hummer H3 Alpha comes equipped with a mighty V-8 engine, increased by one-third towing capacity and unique exterior and interior features.
Posted by: nektotigra on 30/03/07 If you consider your ordinary
H3 somewhat underpowered, then the new
Hummer H3 Alpha will surely satisfy your appetite. I mean, the vehicle now sports a 5.3-liter V8 engine delivering a maximum of 295 hp and 317 lb-ft (438 Nm) of torque, which is enough for towing a 6,000 pounds boat without putting to much strain on drivetrain. Highway cruising will also be effortless, since the new Hummer H3 Alpha is really agile, taking only eight seconds to accelerate from zero to 60 mph.
The engine is mated to
Hydra-Matic 4L60 electronically controlled four-speed automatic transmission with flat-towing enabled. To make the engine more stable on sloppy surfaces, GM's engineers have provided it with a special oil pan that ensures constant oil pressure.
Speaking of off-road experiences, the new
Hummer H3 Alpha is able to pass 24-inch streams at a 5-mph pace, climb 16-inch vertical steps and rocks and feels pretty much at home while driving through rough terrain thanks to its 9.1-inch ground clearance and maximum brakeover angle of 25 degrees (when fit with 33-inch tires) maximum approach angle of 39 degrees and maximum departure angle of 37 degrees.
No info on price and availability yet.
See also: Hummer H3 got a safari-style open-top
