Overview & Reviews

The 2008 Chevrolet HHR receives minor feature updates this year. OnStar is standard across the lineup and stability control has been added as an option. Debuting later in the model year will be the HHR SS with a 260-horsepower turbocharged engine.

• Smooth and quiet ride, plenty of cargo space, attractive cabin, excellent outward visibility.

• Lackluster handling and braking, unrefined engines, some low-grade interior plastics.

User Reviews:

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  family second driver - 2008 Chevrolet HHR
  By mr.m - August 24 - 12:16 pm

  Just purchased used hhr as second vehicle for the family. So far we are enjoying it. Have spent some money on performance upgrades and a set of wheels (had to get rid of those ugly hub caps) now my son doesnt call it lame looking any more. Could use some help in the interior though. Needs the center arm rests located a little higher so you can place a cup in the holder without having to raise the arm rest and it would also make it a little more comfortable. Please keep up the good work in the design of cool looking little economy cars. Not those lame looking hybribs (prius) that the competition makes.

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  Cute and eyecatching, easy to drive... - 2008 Chevrolet HHR
  By HHRFan - August 17 - 9:01 am

  My 2008 HHR LS is an eye catcher in "orange". Black interior is neat, stays clean looking longer than lighter colors. All controls super easy to use, air, radio, windows, etc.. Fuel economy not as good as advertised but okay. The 2.2 engine is fine around the city but you have to stomp the gas pedal when pulling on to the highway, that is a disappointment, would have liked the larger engine, we learn from our mistakes. Large, easy open tailgate, storage area a big plus, so easy to load and unload. Cabin is pretty quiet, as is the engine..so far...we live in hope. All in all, I do like the vehicle, would recommend for the price, but go to GOOD dealer, dont get ripped off as I did!

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  Its a personal choice - 2008 Chevrolet HHR
  By elmoresblues - July 16 - 3:48 pm

  For me, this was a great buy. Sure, I could have bought a much better car, but not at anywhere near this price (2008 used , 11k miles, under $12g). I have a bad lower back but I can adjust the drivers seat so that Im comfortable for hours. Mileage is good. Gauge placement is excellent (in my previous sedan, no matter how I adjusted the steering wheel, I couldnt see the speedometer). MP3 connection is a lifesaver on long trips. Visibility could be better. Only 3 cup holders, but I have 5 kids — I cant encourage drinking in the car. I also cant encourage them leaving their belongings, so I enjoy the absence of a storage console. And when Im alone, I can enjoy a quiet ride.

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  Back in black and no windows - 2008 Chevrolet HHR
  By Dennis L - July 8 - 7:50 am

  A head turner youd think I have the only black panel hhr in NE ohio. I put custom black wheels on it and that is it. Everyone has something positive to say about it everywhere I happen to park. A friend at work bought one a week after seeing mine. Nuff said there, contagious I say! I have to admit I first only bought because I nailed the price. The dealership didnt even fill my tank! I stole it and really didnt care that the only gas left was what I had put in it for my test drive. I dont use cheap gas anyway in my cars (there is a difference in performance), I dont care what you drive. So the HHR has won me over and the vehicle is perfect for my horse duties, the truck stays put.

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  Fun - 2008 Chevrolet HHR
  By bobs card house - April 22 - 7:05 pm

  14 months 18000 Miles. LT2 w/2.4L engine. Most fun Ive had in 35 years. Demoed the 2.2 bought the 2.4 engine. Stronger engine, fatter tires, tighter suspension made it a completely different vehicle. It loves to be driven. Average economy about 27, trips yield 35. Hard plastic door panels make it easy to knock WI snow off shoes. Installed new "studless snow tires" all around and winter traction and handling were nearly as good as summer time. Im 62" and I cant sit in ANY car with a sunroof.

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  fantastic family car - 2008 Chevrolet HHR
  By kmak - April 13 - 11:10 am

  Great vehicle for a small family. We traded in a grocery-getter mini van for the HHR, and havent looked back for a second. Stylish and fun to drive, with quite a few modern options, plus plenty of room. I like the mix of classic chevy style combined with modern technology. Very smooth, solid ride. No problems to mention except an issue with the drivers power lock and the brakes are noisy. As far as day to day use and performance, this vehicle is a big success. The back seats lay flat in about 3 seconds and you can haul a ton of stuff as a result. We tackled a yard sale a couple weeks back and had no issues cramming this car of stuff we needed to sell. Kids love it.

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  GREAT LITTLE ROCK - 2008 Chevrolet HHR
  By corky - March 28 - 2:29 pm

  Love the darn thing so far. Have had no problems and get great mileage in and out of town. Bought it used and would buy another. Kept the suburban for the heavy hauling. We call it our little burb.

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  Practical, Fun and Stylish (for some) - 2008 Chevrolet HHR
  By 87silver - March 28 - 8:41 am

  I bought an HHR because I need a practical vehicle with good gas mileage. For those who like the 40s chopped top hot rod look, the HHR hits the mark and surely is set apart from its Asian counterparts. I see the hard surfaces in the interior as a virtue, since my kids always come back muddy from bicycle sports events and its durable as easy to clean for this purpose. I opted for the SS version that was engineered by GM Performance Division. It handles like a sports car and has the acceleration of a rocket. My experience with actual fuel mileage is about 27.5mpg for combined 70/30 hwy/city with the 2.0L Turbo. Im very happy with my HHR SS and it fits my specific transportation needs well.

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  Im buying american again - 2008 Chevrolet HHR
  By Bruce - March 24 - 8:32 pm

  The HHR has turned me back were I should be buying American. This vehicle is a lot of fun to drive and some of my co-workers also own HHRs and they just love them. I have a SS and the power is great and I did not have to give up great gas mileage. The HHR is a keeper I am proud to own a chevy and my next car will be a chevy. Thanks for building a car I can be proud of and Love to drive.

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  Fun car with hit or miss looks - 2008 Chevrolet HHR
  By subcult - March 23 - 6:11 pm

  We have put 20k miles on this car and are 1 month shy of a year of ownership. We have had 0 problems everything works no repairs. It was bought for my wife but now that we have 3 car seats we had to get a Mini- van, so now the HHR is mine. The car is fun to drive and gets great gas mileage we are averaging 26 mpg after a winter of letting the car idle for 5+ minutes while it warmed and we loaded up the car seats.