vsroman 
2004 BMW X3 SUV 3.0i AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
Closest SUV/Sports Car out there
 After 25,000 miles and almost two years this SAV is a very reliable vehicle.  It really took a full year for me to really appreciate it.  It is a sporty summer fun vehicle with the big sunroof and rips through the ice/snow with ease in the winter.  If you don't want two vehicles this is a great compromise.  It drives almost as sporty as a 3- series and is awesome in the snow.  Add the extra utility and it is truly a winner.  And pretty decent gas mileage too.  I routinely get 21 mpg and drive fairly hard on the gas pedal.