When I was shopping for a BMW I tested all 3 models (before the new 3 came out) and they all ran real beautiful. I tested the X3 and it felt like I was driving one of the 3 series models only it was in an SUV form. I've always driven and SUV...especially in the area I live in (NJ) in where we get a lot of snow storms in the winter. The X3 handled the snow like a true champ and I was very pleased about it!
I LOVE MY X3! It's my first ever BMW!