Why the 2022 GMC Hummer EV is Worth the Big Price Tag

When the GMC Hummer EV concept was unveiled to the world, it was unlike any other pickup truck the automotive industry had ever seen. Though it may share a name with the departed Hummer brand, that’s where the similarities between the two end.

The 2022 GMC Hummer EV is set to be GM’s first entry into an emerging electric truck segment. As electric car offerings from competing automakers have exploded in popularity during the past decade, it’s only natural that electric trucks will follow suit. With the Hummer EV set to release in the fall of 2021, GM will be the first major automaker to set the standard.

GMC Hummer EV Set to Ignite Electric Pickup Revolution

Being first isn’t a distinction GM engineers have taken lightly. This is a far taller task than the development of an electric car—a segment where the majority of buyers are looking for a Point A to Point B mode of transportation. Sure, these cars have to be stylish, comfortable, hyper-efficient and possess an adequate EV range—but nothing more is really asked of them.

The typical truck buyer is a little harder to win over. When purchasing a pickup, most are looking for something more than a typical daily driver. It’s a modicum of adventure—a tool they intend to put to work. Consequently, truck buyers demand an adequate towing capacity, a higher level of performance and superior off-road capabilities than families who are shopping for sedans and SUVs.

Sticker Shock? Think Again

Perhaps some were scared away by the 2022 Hummer EV’s announced $112,595 starting price, but as you begin to explore its unrivaled performance and suite of next generation technology, you must realize that world-class innovation doesn’t always come cheap. When the iPhone was first launched in 2007, did you expect it to cost less than the popular Motorola Razr that had already been on the market a few years?

Though it may not be a direct comparison, the technology gap between the 2022 Hummer EV and other pickup trucks is certainly relatable. The Hummer EV is nothing short of a technological marvel, featuring three electric motors that deliver 1,000 horsepower and a real torque figure approaching 1,100 lb-ft, according to GMC insiders. These preposterous figures result in a zero to 60 mph acceleration time of approximately three seconds. 

Off-Road Dominance Powered by Next Gen Technology

All-wheel drive is standard on the Hummer EV, and it will be able to overcome off-road obstacles with ease thanks to its specially engineered 35-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory tires. The Hummer EV’s available Adaptive Air Suspension lowers the ride height two inches for better aerodynamic efficiency on the highway, and automatically adjusts to provide an additional two inches of ground clearance for off-road debauchery. Extract Mode can be activated in moments of peril that raises the EV’s suspension six inches beyond stock ride height when traversing over boulders or fording water.

Available 4-Wheel Steering is also offered on the Hummer EV, which reduces turning radius and eases parallel parking maneuvers. This feature is also extremely useful off-road, as the 4-wheel steering allows the Hummer EV to “CrabWalk.” With 10 degrees of adjustability in either direction, the Hummer EV can actually drive diagonally at slow speeds to maneuver through tight spaces on trails—simulating the movement of a crab.

The Hummer EV will also offer the latest version of Super Cruise—GM’s driver assistance technology featuring hands-free driving and lane changing on compatible roads. With an estimated 350 miles of electric range, the Hummer EV can provide up to 100 miles of range in only 10 minutes of charging time.

2022 GMC Hummer EV Pricing and Availability

The 2022 GMC Hummer EV will be available in the fall of 2021. Only the fully loaded Hummer EV Edition 1 will be available at launch, which starts at $112,595. Reservations are currently full, but less expensive trims will come later in starting in 2022. Contact Victory Buick GMC if you’d like to learn more!

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