We got plenty of snow this past week, about 2 feet the one day. I had no problems with the X3. My 2007 came with the Pirelli Scorpion STR tires, which seemed to do a decent job. They're no snow tire, and did have issues tracking around bends in the road when snow covered. But you just have to watch your speed.

My previous car was a Subaru Outback Sport(impreza) with Michelin X-Ice snow tires. They grabbed a lot more in the snow, obviously. But that car was about 1,000 lbs lighter than my X3, so it also had tracking problems in deeper slush and snow.

I haven't had my X3 long enough to be really comfortable sliding around corners yet. Plus with the traction control interveening, it really keeps things in check. My OBS was extremely tossable and easy to control powering around corners. But, that car was a piece of sh1t, and I'm glad to be rid of it.

I did a 2 year lease on the X3, so I'm not going to buy snow tires for it. At times I could use them, but I'm sure I'll get buy with the X3.

Mike