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The Jeep Commander has the rugged looks of a HUMMER wannabe and includes a third-row seat and HEMI power; yet with a roomier cabin and mileage well into the teens, the Commander is a much more practical choice.
Lincoln's Navigator also has an upscale look and plenty of luxury options, plus a power-operated third-row seat with real, usable room, but it’s not a good choice for off-roading because of its delicate wheels and running boards.
The Cadillac Escalade is a similar case, with more of an urbane look; it shares the H2's powertrains but is more space-efficient.
Buyers with money to spare might also take a look at the Mercedes-Benz G-Class, or Geländewagen, as it's nicknamed.
The boxy G-Class has a sturdy, proven design and awe-inspiring off-road capability, yet it piles on the luxury features inside.
Nothing evokes the response of a HUMMER H2, but these other big SUVs all make more sense for most buyers.