After more than 500 miles during a one-week Hummer H2 absorption, the unshakeable opinion is that the vehicle providing 10.5 inches of ground clearance, 35-inch tires, a 33:1 crawl ratio, and a modular three-piece, ladder-type frame is incredible. The 6.0-liter, 316 horsepower/360 peak torque V8 delivers strong power that’s heard in a pitch-perfect engine growl. The engine mates to a four-speed electronic heavy-duty automatic transmission. As for the brawny aspects, the H2 covers the bases, but the sport utility vehicle smartly wraps its muscle in a features-loaded interior. Standard fare includes 8-way power adjust front seats, rear seat audio controls, 6 power outlets, underbody protection, coil spring rear suspension, independent front suspension with torsion bars, and driver information center. H2 packs the punch and the pride . . . and at a substantially less cost than the H1’s $112,949 price tag for the wagon version ($101,706 for the four-door open top model). H2’s MSRP is $48,455. Yes, this is a vehicle with a limited audience, but for buyers looking for ultimate off-road capability and relatively noiseless on-road travel capped with exquisite power and handling, check out the H2.