2026 GMC HUMMER EV SUV

The GMC Hummer EV SUV made quite a statement when it first came out in 2024, and it’s still a head-turner in its third model year. It’s an electric vehicle that’s big, bold, and brash, and it’s as powerful and capable as its muscular design implies. It’s also high-tech with features like the Super Cruise hands-free driving system, a Google built-in infotainment system, and bidirectional charging. We can’t help but love its parlor tricks like CrabWalk mode and the Watts to Freedom boost mode, but this roomy SUV can also be used as a practical daily driver. Most electric SUVs are more efficient and more affordable, but none have the presence of the mighty Hummer.

A new Carbon Fiber Edition is added to the GMC Hummer EV SUV lineup for 2026. As its name implies, it generously heaps on carbon-fiber exterior trim and adds exclusive carbon-fiber wheels. 2026 also introduces the KingCrab 4-wheel steering mode intended for off-roading, which is available on older Hummer EVs as a software update. Another nice update this year is bidirectional charging capability; the Hummer can act as a generator for a house or another EV.

The GMC Hummer EV SUV has few direct rivals, but the closest is the Rivian R1S, which has a starting price under $80,000. However, the tri-motor Rivian is priced very close to the Hummer EV SUV 3X. One could also compare the Hummer EV SUV to the mechanically similar Cadillac Escalade IQ, a 3-row electric luxury SUV starting at about $130,000.

Before buying a Hummer EV SUV, check the Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price to know what you should really pay. GMC Hummer EV SUV resale value is outstanding for the segment. Recouping more money when selling a vehicle can mean a bigger down payment and lower monthly payments on the next one.

The difference between the two trims of the GMC Hummer EV SUV is in the motors. The 2X model has a dual-motor electric powertrain making 570 horsepower and 7,400 lb-ft of torque. As you may have already guessed by the number, the 3X model has three motors generating 830 hp and 11,500 lb-ft of torque. No, those torque ratings are not typos. Both models have 4-wheel drive (4WD).

We tested the Hummer EV SUV 3X and came away impressed. This super SUV’s acceleration is simply astounding. In our experience driving the 3-motor electric powertrain, the Hummer can be a quiet, comfy cruiser or a cannonball. It’s relaxing to drive on the highway with the standard Super Cruise hands-free driving system engaged, but hold on tight when you floor the accelerator from a standstill.

The Watts to Freedom launch mode isn’t for the faint of heart; it throws you back in your seat like a steep drop on a roller coaster. With 830 hp and instant torque delivery to all four wheels, the Hummer has all the power you could realistically want.

The Hummer EV SUV is a surprisingly agile behemoth. According to GMC, it has the same turning radius as the little Chevy Bolt. This feat is achieved with 4-wheel steering; the rear wheels can turn up to 10 degrees. A low center of gravity (thanks to the battery packaged in the floor) and 4-wheel steering make this massive SUV more nimble and easier to park than we expected.

However, the Hummer can only disguise its weight so much. There are still some reminders that this is a hefty electric vehicle. The brakes are adequate, but it still brakes like a big, heavy truck.

The off-road chops of the Hummer EV SUV are admirable if you’re into off-roading with something this big. The Off-Road and Terrain drive modes, a tight turning radius, adjustable ground clearance, and full-length skid plates make the Hummer up for anything. The new KingCrab mode enhances the Hummer’s 4-wheel steering capability for off-road use.

CrabWalk mode is perhaps a bit gimmicky, but it’s a fun gimmick. We used it to get in and out of tight parallel parking spots — and we may have used it while exiting a drive-thru just to show off. Serious off-roaders will want the upgrades that come with the Extreme Off-Road Package, but every Hummer EV is a capable off-roader.

Range and Charging

The GMC Hummer EV SUV’s maximum range is 315 miles in the 2X model and 312 miles in the 3X model. The all-terrain tires on the Extreme Off-Road Package bring a slight penalty to range and efficiency: 289 miles for the 3X and 282 miles for the 2X. Those range ratings are long enough for most people’s daily driving duties, but the Rivian R1S goes up to 410 miles on a full charge.

The Hummer EV has impressive charging speeds. At a DC fast charging station, it can regain 100 miles of range in as little as 14 minutes. With a Level 2 charger at home, it can replenish up to 30 miles of range per hour. Also, the Hummer is able to charge with the expansive Tesla Supercharger network, but you’ll need an adapter from GM.

The interior of the Hummer EV SUV is a far cry from the military vehicle that inspired it. This SUV has premium materials, an upscale design, and the latest tech features. There’s plenty of space in both rows of seats, but we can’t help but think an SUV this big ought to have a third row. The big cargo hold (35.9 cubic feet) gets bigger with fold-flat back seats (81.8 cubic feet). Oh, and there’s an 11-cubic-foot “frunk” under the hood, which we found handy when backed into a charging station at a grocery store.

The interior design strikes a nice balance of rugged and luxurious. It’s also high-tech, with a digital gauge cluster and a vast 13.4-inch infotainment system with beautiful graphics and a user-friendly interface powered by Google. Notably, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are unavailable.

The Hummer’s cabin is designed to be both premium and durable, and it does that job well, but similarly priced electric SUVs feel more elegant inside. We’re mainly thinking of the Rivian R1S, which has a nicer interior (with 3-row seating) and a lower starting price.

Like its predecessors bearing the Hummer name, the Hummer EV SUV has an unmistakable aesthetic. The GMC badging is quite subtle, but there’s no question that this is a Hummer. It has a boxy shape but still looks futuristic in its third model year with a unique LED light signature and pronounced fender flares.

One of the coolest features of this SUV is the standard Infinity Roof with four modular sky panels. They’re removable and designed to stack up in the frunk. This roof allows you to open up the interior for a more open-air experience; plus, you can roll down the power rear drop glass in the swing gate. Transparent Sky Panels are optional, providing a panoramic view even with the top on.

The size of the Hummer EV SUV is similar to that of the Rivian R1S. Compared to a more traditional full-size SUV like the GMC Yukon, the Hummer is a little lower and wider but has a shorter overall length.

Watts to Freedom
The thrilling Watts to Freedom feature is a launch mode that unleashes the Hummer’s 3.5-second 0-60 mph time with the tri-motor powertrain.

CrabWalk
Standard on both trims, CrabWalk uses 4-wheel steering to let the vehicle travel diagonally. The rear wheels can point up to 10 degrees in either direction. CrabWalk makes it easy to maneuver past obstacles in off-road situations, mitigating the need to reverse, steer, drive, and repeat.

Super Cruise
The standard Super Cruise system allows hands-free driving on GM-mapped roads, including over 750,000 highway miles in North America.

UltraVision
The available UltraVision system uses up to 18 camera views to let you see everything around your SUV, including what’s underneath you. This is useful in off-road driving and in parking lots.

Extreme Off-Road Package
This available option package turns up the Hummer’s off-road capabilities with 35-inch mud terrain tires, front and rear e-lockers, ball spline half shafts, full-length skid plates, a rubber floor, and more.

Bidirectional charging
This new feature for 2026 allows the GMC Hummer EV SUV to feed energy back into a house with the right home charging setup. It can also act as a generator for another EV, if needed.

A substantial 170-kWh battery pack delivers fuel to the motors in the GMC Hummer EV. Although it’s efficient compared to a full-size SUV with a gas engine, efficiency is not a strong suit of the Hummer EV. Rated at 53 combined MPGe for the 2X trim and 52 MPGe for the 3X, it’s one of the least efficient EVs on the market. The Rivian R1S gets up to 85 MPGe combined, good for lower EPA-estimated fuel costs by a factor of $45 per month. In fact, there are hybrids with gas engines that have lower fuel costs than the all-electric Hummer.

3-Year/36,000-Mile Warranty

The GMC Hummer EV SUV is backed by a 3-year/36,000-mile basic warranty and a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty. The battery and related components are covered by an 8-year/100,000-mile warranty. Additionally, GMC throws in complimentary maintenance for your first visit.

Safety

Standard safety features in the GMC Hummer EV SUV include enhanced automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, HD Surround Vision, and the Super Cruise hands-free highway driving system.