also.. it could have been a diesel x3?
I dont regard the ST as being particularly quick - infact, personally I think its a bit slow but when you look at the whole picture - the handling, cost, styling / look and the fact that it has a reasonably punchy engine, I think the overall package is what makes it desirable. If you want something to blitz most other people should you got for something like an impreza or evo or a high powered diesel like the seat cupra 160 ?