How capable is the X5 offroad?

[np2004]

I am about to close a deal on a 2008 X5 4.8 and wanted to know everyones honest opinion on how capable this truck is at going off road? I have heard and been told that the awd system will not do much in deep snow, on muddy ground, or rough terrain compared to 4wd since the tires will just spin and I will be stuck. I understand this truck isn't built to be taken off road like a Hummer H2, Range Rover, or a Jeep but how well can it do in your experience off road with its ground clearance? Would you recommend it when driving in deep snow or muddy wet terrain when taking back trails? I just question how good X-drive is when I have heard of people in X5's getting stuck in the sand. Just looking for honest opinions from those who have X5's because I love the X5 4.8 but everyone tells me to get a 4wd truck for the snow we get in Ohio.