Harrysong
Nigerian singer, Harrison Okiri, popularly known as Harrysong, is one of the reigning acts in the music industry. Known by many by his hit track, Fine Girl, the songwriter, who claimed to have written hit songs for some Nigerian artistes, is a force to reckon with at the moment.
Beyond Harrysong’s songwriting skills, which earns him N1m per song, the music artiste is a lover of good things. Recently, he bought the 2009 Hummer H2, to join the users of such luxurious machines. The H2 is a full-size luxury vehicle, which costs about N10m.
Few vehicles on the road have such a distinctive-look and make a statement quite like the Hummer H2. Patterned after the stalwart military transport Humvee, the H2’s dimensions give it the aura of a bully.
With its rugged frame and impressive exterior, interior space is surprisingly modest, as it exudes something that was never meant to see the battlefield. The off-road capabilities of the H2 are legendary and iconic; it boasts massive ground clearance that helps bolster its off-road credentials.
It is hard to find a vehicle anywhere that can roll over rugged terrain the way the H2 can, hence, it’s best for those who plan to ford swamps and probably climb mountains someday.
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Features
Besides the generous cosmetic features that are standard on the 2009 H2, two options packages are offered – H2 Adventure and H2 Luxury. Standard features include 17-inch alloy wheels, dual-zone automatic climate control, leather seating, power-and heated seats, remote engine start, navigation system, Bluetooth and an eight-speaker Bose audio system with in-dash six-disc changer, satellite radio and an auxiliary audio jack.
The optional H2 Adventure package has all the listed standard features and adds more off-road might with a front brush guard, first aid kit, portable lamp and toolkit. On the other hand, the H2 Luxury package is geared decidedly for on-road splendour, opting for opulence over utility by foregoing the rough-and-tumble Adventure gear for 20-inch chrome wheels, chrome accents, third-row seating, a premium Bose surround-sound audio system, a navigation system with real-time traffic, rear-view camera, and a rear-seat DVD entertainment system to keep passengers cool, comfortable and occupied. Second-row captain’s chairs that increase seating capacity to seven are also an available option across all variants.
Performance
Powering the 2009 Hummer H2 is a 6.2-litre V8 engine, producing 393 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque, powerful enough to motivate all of the H2’s 6,614 pounds. A six-speed automatic transmission is standard in the vehicle and it is a four-wheel drive type with 32-gallon tank capacity. The only problem with the H2 is its appetite for fuel. Because of its weight, the H2 is exempt from EPA fuel economy testing.
Its acceleration is fairly brisk around town and strong at highway speeds. Hummer estimates an 8.0-second 0-60 mph time, which is not bad for such a hefty car. Its towing capacity is 8,200 pounds.
Safety
Standard H2 safety equipment include driver and passenger airbags with On/Off switch, auto-on headlights, daytime running lights, front and rear tow hooks, antilock disc brakes with brake assist, electronic stability control with rollover prevention, traction control and full-length side curtain airbags. With nine airbags and seating for between four and seven persons, safety is assured.
Driving Impressions
The 2009 Hummer H2 excels off road with its lofty ground clearance, steep angles of approach and departure, long suspension travel and tenacious tire grip. Among luxury SUVs, the H2 is quite literally the off-road king of the hill. Back on city pavement, its massive proportions are enough to intimidate its way past nearly anything else. It is no sloth, and like the aforementioned linebacker, it’s doubtful anyone would be challenging the hefty H2.
The good:The H2 has a distinctive styling, exceptional and unmatched off-road ability, beefy V8 power and an impressive design. Reviewers said the H2 has a good fit and finish.
The bad:Unwieldy size, cramped rear seating, small interior for its size, limited cargo space and difficult to manoeuvre. Other drawbacks include limited outward visibility and dismal and voracious appetite for fuel. Also, because of its size, the H2 dives when braking.