Hummer EV 3X: Charged Up!

We like crabs. Stone Crabs are our favorite, so while our mind was on our favorite crustacean, we had a chance to drive the crab-walking GMC Hummer EV 3x SUV. Would it leave us Napleton News types “crabby?” (Get it?) Huh?! Read on to find out.

The Hummer EV 3X: It’s electrifying! But what is it?

A wild performer, both on- and off-road, the new Hummer EV 3X is the latest version of GMC’s electric Hummer SUV. What is the 3X about? It tells how much power the Hummer EV has. Normally, the standard Hummer Eve would be a 2X model with one motor on each axle. Together, the pair delivers 570 horsepower and 740 lb-ft of torque. Ours is the “nearly extreme” 3X model with three motors delivering 830 horsepower and an other-worldly 11,500 lb-ft of torque. Both models are equipped with 4-wheel drive.

Off the line, the 3X is a rocket. But it’s much more. It can be a cushy, hands-free cruiser with GM’s Super Cruise handsfree driving feature. And in the “but wait, there’s more,” department, buyers can take advantage of the Hummer EV Carbon Fiber Edition Pickup. Not only does it have a load of Carbon Fiber trim pieces, it boasts 1,160 horsepower and 13,000 lb-ft of torque! What? Are they crazy at the GM Towers in Detroit?

There are other features, too. Take, for example, King Crab mode. It’s like the novel GM Crab Walk feature that helps you drive sideways to get out of tight parking spaces. King Crab does the same but is more adept at doing it off-road. And with bi-directional charging, the Hummer EV 3X can act as a charger/generator for a house or another EV.

Looks are everything, even with a Hummer.

It’s nothing like its Military namesake but the 2026 Hummer is no less tough. And did we mention massive? While not as long as the Rivian R1S, it makes a visual statement while driving towards you. But wait a second: It really does have a military look to it afterall. Start with the massive tow hook on the front bumper. The hoop appears large enough to tow a Boeing 757 from its hangar to the gate.

Bulging fenders are expected in vehicles like these and this Hummer delivers! There’s a two-toned roof that sets off this beast. Within it are four removable panels that store easily in the “frunk.” On the leading edge of the cab are a trio of amber marker lights that also lends to the Hummer’s big-rig vibe. The spare tire is door-mounted for extra cargo room inside. Just as it should be.

Our sampler featured fixed running boards. They seemed to work well but at times we felt they came awfully close to dirtying pant legs when stepping over them.

The Hummer EV’s inside line.

Luxed-out, the interior of the Hummer EV SUV is anything but military grade. Filled with the latest tech and luxury features, it included a digital gauge display and a 13.4-inch infotainment screen that unfortunately does not include Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.

The usual fold flat seating is here, too. But a third row is missing. In its place is cargo storage to the tune of 35.9 cubic feet. Fold those seats forward and that number grows to nearly 82 cubic feet.

Behind the wheel of the Hummer EV 3X.

From a driving standpoint, the Hummer belies its larger than life persona. Instead we have a surprisingly agile large SUV that feels more like a go-kart than a big-rig. Acceleration is impressive for a vehicle this large and this heavy. Smash the accelerator and it will push you into your seat like a drop kick from pro wrestler “the Great Malenko” (Google: Boris Malenko).

More impressive though is the handling. Thanks to the four-wheel steering, the Hummer shortens the radius of turns, makes lane changes faster and when used in crab walking mode, gets you out of tight spots with ease. The one thing that tosses us a kink is the time it takes to charge. But that’s electric vehicles in general.

Regardless though, that in itself does not leave us crabby, (pun intended) but still, we wish it had better range.

Hummer EV 3X Specifications