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Hummer H3 Alpha

2008 Buyer's Guide: Tow Vehicles

February 15, 2008

(800) 732-5493
www.hummer.com

Coolest Feature: Its unmistakable SUV-with-a-crew-cut styling, stemming from Hummer’s unique military heritage.

Families Will Love: Its go-anywhere capability. When it’s time to leave the pavement, the H3 Alpha leaves the competition, thanks to its outstanding off-road prowess.

Top Amenities: Side curtain airbags; stability control; Chrome Appearance package; 16-inch chrome wheels; 4.10 rear axle ratio; leather-trimmed seats with power adjustments and heat; Monsoon audio package and an MP3-compatible stereo.

Maximum Towing Capacity: 6,000 lbs.

Base Price: $39,260

Best Reason To Buy: This new-for-2008 model gets a huge power boost, going from the standard inline five-cylinder engine to its first ever V8 — a 300-hp, 5.3L with 320 pounds per foot of torque that bumps the maximum towing capacity up another 1,500 pounds from last year.

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