Less than a year after the H3 went on sale, Hummer has announced, at the Chicago Motor Show, a new model called H3 X, based on the H3 Street Concept shown at the car industry’s annual Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show in Las Vegas, last November.

The 2007 H3 X, designed to appeal to buyers with an interest in a customised appearance, injects new energy into North America's Hummer lineup, while delivering the brand’s trademark iconic bold design and unmatched off-road prowess.

“The H3 X enables buyers to enjoy the appearance of a personalised, accessorised truck available directly from the factory,” said Susan Docherty, Hummer general manager. “It’s intended for those who want to make a personal style statement and differentiate themselves from other H3 owners.”

The H3 X begins with an H3 equipped with the Luxury package, chrome tube steps, chrome appearance package and chrome fuel door. The package also includes a body-colour grille and spare tyre cover, unique tyres, wheels and centre cap, and a brush guard. The interior features embroidered head restraints.

Consumers can further personalise their H3 X with any of the H3’s eight exterior colours and three leather interiors. The model is scheduled to arrive in dealerships in late (northern) summer of 2006. It will be available only in the United States and Canada.

Sales of the South African assembled Hummer H3 are expected to begin in Australia during the first quarter 2007. The Next Car team expects the Hummer H3 to make its Australian debut at the 2006 Sydney Motor Show (aka Australian International Motor Show).

2007 Hummer H3x