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Summary
Getting a much better dealer may be one of the best reasons for buying an Infiniti QX4 over a Nissan Pathfinder. Infiniti has worked hard at continuing and improving the relationship buyers have with its dealers, and generally with success. Among the Infiniti benefits: Free loaner cars or drop-offs and pick-ups are offered while service is being performed.Despite sharing so much with the Nissan Pathfinder, the Infiniti QX4 isn't a Pathfinder; that's truer this year than before. It looks like a luxury vehicle, both outside and inside. It coddles, physically and visually, in ways the Pathfinder doesn't. Overall, the QX4 delivers a luxury experience.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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4x2 ($34,150); 4x4 ($35,550) |
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Engines:
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3.5-liter dohc 24v V6 |
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Transmissions:
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4-speed automatic with manually selected transfer box |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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ABS, dual front and side-impact airbags, front and rear seatbelt pre-tensioners with load limiters (except rear center lap-only belt), active front-seat head restraints, side door beams standard |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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Basic Warranty:
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4 years/60,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Kyushu, Japan |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Infiniti QX4 4x4 ($35,550) |
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Standard Equipment:
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ABS; fuel tank skid plate; power steering; tachometer; compass; P245/70SR16 all-season tires; aluminum alloy wheels; automatic on/off high-intensity discharge headlights with manual load-compensating leveling adjustment; fog lights; dual power remote-controlled heated outside mirrors; front and rear splash guards; roof-mounted luggage rack; leather seating surfaces; leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob; eight-way power driver seat and four-way power front-passenger seat; cargo net and cover; independent reclining rear seats; automatic micro-filtered climate control; three-frequency keyless remote Homelink transceiver; front and rear power outlets |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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sunroof ($950); Premium Package ($600) includes P245/65SR17 all-season radial tires, driver memory seat and wood-tone/leather-covered steering wheel with remote audio controls; Sport Package ($900) includes heated front and rear seats and limited-slip rear differential; navigation system ($2000) |
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Destination Charge:
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525 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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40525 |
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Layout:
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front-engine, four-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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240 @ 6000 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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265 @ 3200 |
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Transmission:
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4-speed automatic with manually selected transfer box |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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15/19 |
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Wheelbase:
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106.3 |
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Length/width/height:
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183.1/72.4/70.7 in. (with roof rack) |
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Track, f/r:
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60.6/60.8 |
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Turning circle:
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37.4 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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38.1/54.1/41.7 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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37.5/51.5/31.8 |
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Cargo volume:
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85 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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500 |
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Suspension, f:
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Independent |
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Suspension, r:
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solid axle |
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Ground clearance:
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8.3 |
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Curb weight:
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452 |
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Tires:
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P245/65SR17 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/drum with ABS |
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Fuel capacity:
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21.2 |
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