2026 GMC Hummer EV SUV: Living With the Electric Supertruck

The first thing you notice about the 2026 GMC Hummer EV SUV isn’t the power, the tech, or even the price — it’s the presence. This thing doesn’t just roll up, it arrives. Parked at a charger, easing through traffic, or sitting quietly in a driveway, the Hummer EV feels like a statement in motion. After spending a full week living with it, that presence turns out to be both its greatest strength and its biggest challenge.

Looks That Stick

There’s no subtlety here, and that’s the point. The Hummer EV SUV is unapologetically boxy, tall, and wide. In fact, width is what you feel most. It’s broader than a Suburban and feels every bit as wide as a military Humvee when you’re threading it through lanes. And yet, visually, it works. The proportions are right, the stance is confident, and the design clearly leans more toward military hardware than mall crawler.

The lighting alone tells you this isn’t a normal SUV. The full-width front light bar, animated charging indicators, and illuminated details feel purposeful rather than flashy. There are Easter eggs everywhere — subtle nods that reward owners who actually spend time with the truck. The removable roof panels add another layer of personality, giving the Hummer a genuinely fun, open-air vibe when the weather cooperates.

If GMC had softened this design even a little, the whole thing would have fallen apart. The Hummer EV works because it commits fully to being extreme.

Inside the Future (With Some Quirks)

Climbing inside, the cabin matches the exterior’s attitude. It feels tough, modern, and expensive, without trying to be plush for the sake of it. The materials are solid, the textures are interesting, and everything you touch feels like it was designed to survive more than just a commute.

The seating position is high and commanding. At over six feet tall, I had no issues with headroom or comfort, and the seats are supportive enough for long drives. Heated seats, a heated steering wheel, and tri-zone climate control all come standard on this 3X trim. One surprise at this price point: no massaging seats. It’s not a dealbreaker, but it’s noticeable in a vehicle that lives north of six figures.

The tech layout is clean and intuitive. A large central screen handles infotainment duties, paired with a digital gauge cluster that’s easy to read and configurable without being overwhelming. GM’s infotainment system continues to improve, and here it feels responsive and well integrated, especially when navigating or managing EV-specific data.

Visibility, however, takes some getting used to. The windshield is long but short vertically, and at certain stoplights I found myself ducking down to see the signal. Side visibility is better, but the truck’s width creates blind spots — particularly on the right side — where smaller cars can disappear. The turn-signal camera view helps immensely, but this is a vehicle that demands attention from the driver.

Plugged In and Packed With Power

Underneath all that sheet metal sits GM’s Ultium platform, and in the 3X SUV configuration you get a tri-motor setup delivering massive, instant power. GMC loves to talk about 11,500 lb-ft of torque, and while that’s a wheel-torque figure rather than a traditional motor torque number, the real-world takeaway is simple: this thing moves.

Acceleration is effortless and a little absurd considering the Hummer EV’s weight. Press the pedal and the SUV surges forward with zero hesitation, passing traffic or merging onto highways without breaking a sweat. It never feels strained, just relentlessly confident.

Range has been better than expected. Over a busy week of mixed driving, the battery didn’t evaporate the way you might fear in something this big and heavy. It feels like a legitimate road-trip EV, especially when paired with fast charging. I primarily used non-Tesla fast chargers without issue, but the included Tesla adapter is a big plus. Tesla’s charging network is still the easiest to rely on for longer trips, and having that flexibility matters.

On the Road: Surprisingly Manageable

Driving the Hummer EV SUV around town can be intimidating at first. It’s wide, expensive, and it stands out everywhere. On multi-lane highways, especially in Texas traffic, you’re constantly aware of the space you occupy.

Then the four-wheel steering kicks in, and everything changes.

The turning radius is genuinely impressive. Tight U-turns, parking lots, and even parallel parking situations are far less stressful than they should be. It takes a little time to acclimate — the rear-steer sensation can feel odd at first — but once it clicks, it transforms the experience. This is not a gimmick. It’s one of the most meaningful pieces of engineering on the entire vehicle.

Ride quality is solid, if not luxury-car smooth. Wind noise is present at highway speeds, especially around the mirrors and squared-off roofline. It’s not terrible, but it’s more noticeable than expected for a vehicle in this price range. Road noise, on the other hand, is well controlled, and the overall driving experience feels stable and planted.

Super Cruise is available and works well when conditions are right, though it can be picky about lane positioning and road mapping. When it engages, it’s excellent. When it doesn’t, the system is clear about why.

If you want to see the Hummer EV in motion — on the road and in everyday driving scenarios — our full video review is live on TXGarage’s YouTube channel.

Utility Without Apology

Practicality is what you’d expect from something this size. Cargo space is generous, with a high load floor that makes heavy items a bit of a lift, but no worse than a full-size truck or large SUV. With the rear seats folded, there’s room for just about anything you’d realistically haul.

The frunk adds extra usable space, and once you know how to operate it — double-tap and hold the close button until it’s fully shut — it works flawlessly. It’s the kind of feature you quickly start using once you realize how convenient it is.

That said, this is not a vehicle you take everywhere without thinking. During the week, I had an event in a dense downtown Dallas area and chose to drive my personal car instead. Tight parking, heavy foot traffic, and an expensive, attention-grabbing SUV didn’t feel like the right mix. That decision alone says a lot about what daily ownership might look like for some buyers.

Price, Perspective, and Competition

As tested, this 2026 GMC Hummer EV SUV 3X landed just over $108,000. That’s serious money, and it puts the Hummer in rare company.

Closest competitors include the Tesla Cybertruck and Rivian R1S. The Rivian feels smaller, lighter, and more traditionally practical, while the Cybertruck leans harder into tech and controversy. Gas-powered options like the Ford Bronco Raptor offer incredible off-road capability at a lower price, but they’re not playing the same game in terms of size, power delivery, or EV tech.

You don’t buy the Hummer EV casually. You need space, patience, and a willingness to live with something that’s always going to draw attention.

Final Thoughts: The Supertruck, Done Right

After a week of living with it, the Hummer EV SUV left a strong impression. It’s big, bold, flawed in places, and completely committed to its mission. GMC didn’t try to make this vehicle everything to everyone — and that’s why it works.

This is a machine for buyers who want something truly different, who value presence as much as performance, and who understand that driving something this extreme comes with tradeoffs. Love it or question it, the Hummer EV SUV proves that electric vehicles don’t have to be boring, anonymous, or apologetic.

It’s a reminder that sometimes, going all-in is the only way to get it right.