Using A GMC Hummer EV As A Daily Driver

EVs are becoming more popular among people with traffic-ridden commutes to and from work every day. The combination of a quiet, comfortable cabin and hands-free driver assistance technology, such as Super Cruise, makes vehicles like the GMC Hummer EV perfect for making the most boring parts of your day better and more enjoyable.

A Review by Autoblog

Kristen Brown of Autoblog.com recently used a 2026 Hummer EV pickup as her daily driver to see whether it made sense to use such a large electric vehicle for everyday driving.

Pricing and Trim Levels

The 2026 GMC Hummer EV is available as either a pickup or SUV. Both models start at $99,895 and offer two trim levels: the EV2x dual-motor with 570 horsepower, or the EV3x tri-motor with 830 horsepower, or 1,160 horsepower when equipped with the 24-module battery pack. While the tri-motor trim level offers amazing horsepower, the dual-motor model tows up to 12,000 lbs for those that need it.

Special Features of Both Styles

The Hummer EV pickup truck features a 5-foot bed with the GMC MultiPro tailgate with six unique functions. Buyers who prefer the utility and space of an SUV will find the Hummer EV SUV offers 35.9 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats, which increases to 81.8 when the rear seats are folded.

EV Range

When it comes to range, the Hummer EV has plenty, no matter the setup you choose. The 3X trim is rated at 363 miles with the 24-module battery pack, while the 2X models are rated at up to 316 miles per charge.

A Word from Autoblog

“… if a gas-only car had that much horsepower, it would not have a realistic range like that. The benefit of an EV is the fact that with maximum regenerative braking in use with adaptive cruise control, you could easily maintain range in stop-and-go traffic, making it the most efficient way to commute. Plus, with that much horsepower, it’s very easy to get around trucks and slow movers if you need to.”

Driving Range of The Hummer EV vs The Corvette ZR1

Kristen’s point about gas vehicles with similar power levels not maintaining their range when stuck in traffic is an important way to see the differences between EVs and gas cars. For instance, a Corvette ZR1 with its 1,064 horsepower has an average miles per gallon of 14, which, when multiplied by its 18.5-gallon fuel capacity, means it has a range of 259 miles.

The Hummer EV Is Quite Efficient

“The Hummer EV 3X Pickup I tested was equipped with Super Cruise, and before I turned it on, I set the regenerative braking to “Normal” since it was aggressive enough, and I watched the energy bar on the dashboard go up as the Hummer drove itself. So, the Hummer wasn’t just driving itself through commuter traffic; it was putting energy back into its battery. At the start of my jaunt through traffic, I’d gone about 10 miles and only lost four miles of overall range.”

Hummer EV Performance

Both trim levels of the Hummer EV also offer impressive 0-60 mph performance that rivals its Corvette sibling. The dual-motor EV2x spins to 60 in just 4.4 seconds while the tri-motor EV3x does the same deed in 2.8 seconds, according to GMC. That’s only two-tenths slower than the Corvette ZR1 supercar. The Corvette also weighs 3,700 lbs., compared to the Hummer’s 9,000 lbs., which makes it all the more impressive.

In Conclusion

In the end, Kristen said that while there are plenty of good vehicles for daily commuting, the GMC Hummer EV remains a special alternative because it offers so many features that make it valuable for families who need a truck or SUV with such capabilities.

Ewing Buick GMC Has the Right Hummer EV for You

There is no vehicle on this planet like the GMC Hummer EV, and there’s no dealership experience like what you’ll get at Ewing Buick GMC. There are plenty of Hummer EV models to check out and experience for yourself with the assistance of their amazing sales staff.

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