It’s hard to pinpoint what segment Chevrolet’s HHR actually fits into, but we can say that the retro-ish compact car/SUV/crossover HHR stands for Heritage High Roof.
Although Chevrolet says its HHR design was inspired by its 1949 Suburban, we think there’s also a lot of Chrysler PT Cruiser in the HHR, too. The HHR's lead designer formerly worked at Chrysler on the PT. The PT is clearly the HHR’s main competition, but the fairly stale PT is suffering from slow sales. The HHR's better fuel economy probably isn't hurting sales, either, as the HHR is rated at a best 22/30 mpg city/highway with automatic transmission, while the highest PT is 21/26 mpg with a manual.
In June, Automotive News Data Center reported that HHR sales are up 23.6 percent compared to June 2007, while PT Cruiser sales are down 38.1 percent.
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HHR STANDS FOR HOMO HOT ROD
HHR stands for Homo Hot Rod, has nothing to do with the roof
Really don't care what the HHR stands for, all I know is, the HHR we have is getting right at 20mpg AROUND TOWN!! The wife uses it as her car, driving to work, all over. Calls it, her little go cart, and loves it.
Sorry, previous post was supposed to be, 29! mpg around town...
HHR stands for Heritage High Roof.
I rented an HHR and found driving visibility to be very poor. Even if it boasts of a heritage high roof, I had to lean over the steering wheel and look up to see traffic lights. This car is designed for short people.
Have 2010 HHR
great gas, and smooth ride,
compared to larger Toys like Toyota FJ Gas $$$$$
looking for good car reliable and fun to drive
go HHR
Just bought a used one---2009-------------always wanted one ----could not afford a new one
we love it so far---we are not tall people
love the styeling---hope it serves us well --My husband and me
I got an 08 LS. runs like a dream! drove home 1300 miles on Christmas. cost me about $160.
We got a 2011, runs great, great gas mileage, comfy seats but...poor visabililty, really have to strain to see behind you or over the hood, a lot of blind spots.
Just got my 2nd HHR..love those little cars. They drive so nice and are super on gas. Love the style..very happy so far with this purchase
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Sorry about that; I'm having electrical problems with my HHR for the 2nd time around; something to do with a sensor. Has anyone else experienced this?