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Summary
The Infiniti FX is the sports car of SUVs. It's not suited for driving off road or on unpaved roads, but works really well on winding mountain pavement. With all-wheel drive, it is terrific on ice and snow. It comes stuffed with the latest in active safety and passive safety features. Its futuristic technology includes a rear-view camera that senses objects behind the vehicle, Intelligent Cruise Control that senses traffic ahead, a key that can automatically unlocks the doors when you approach the car, and the Lane Departure Warning system. Plus there's an amazing stereo and a DVD video player for back-seat riders. If you're looking for a unique, road-burning, high-style luxury SUV for your ski team, the Infiniti FX is worth looking at. It's more fun to drive than you may expect.NewCarTestDrive.com editor Mitch McCullough is based in Southern California.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Infiniti FX35 2WD ($37,800); FX35 AWD ($39,300); FX45 AWD ($49,750) |
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Engines:
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3.5-liter dohc 24-valve variable valve timing V6 |
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Transmissions:
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5-speed automatic with manual shift program |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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ABS with Brake Assist and electronic brake force distribution (EBD), electronic stability control, Advanced Air Bag System with dual-stage front airbags, front side-impact airbags, occupant sensors and front and rear roof-mounted side-curtain airbags, front active head restraints, front seatbelt pretensioners |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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rearview camera; Lane Departure Warning; all-wheel drive |
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Basic Warranty:
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5 years/60,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Kanagawa, Japan |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Infiniti FX35 2WD ($37,800) |
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Standard Equipment:
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power mirrors, windows and front seats; remote keyless entry; tilt-telescoping steering wheel/gauge package; dual-zone climate control with microfiltration; 300-watt Bose audio system w 6-CD in-dash and 11 speakers; split folding and reclining rear seats; traction control; stability control; high-intensity discharge headlights; 18-inch wheels |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Touring Package ($2,900) includes power sunroof, HomeLink universal transceiver, automatic headlights, cargo net |
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Destination Charge:
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650 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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39750 |
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Layout:
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rear-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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280 @ 6200 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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270 @ 4800 |
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Transmission:
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5-speed automatic with manual shift program |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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17/23 |
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Wheelbase:
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112.2 |
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Length/width/height:
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189.1/75.8/65.9 |
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Track, f/r:
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62.7/64.6 |
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Turning circle:
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38.7 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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39.6/54.3/43.9 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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39.3/55.0/35.2 |
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Cargo volume:
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64.5 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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3500 |
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Suspension, f:
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independent, MacPherson struts, coil springs, anti-roll bar |
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Suspension, r:
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independent, multilink, coil springs |
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Ground clearance:
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7.6 |
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Curb weight:
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4110 |
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Tires:
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P265/60R18 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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vented disc/vented disc with ABS, EBD, Brake Assist |
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Fuel capacity:
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23.8 |
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