The Infiniti FX is the sports car of SUVs. It drives and rides like a sports sedan. It's no good for driving off road but works really well on winding mountain roads. It comes stuffed with the latest in active safety and passive safety. State of the art technology includes a rear-view camera, cruise control that senses traffic ahead, a key that can automatically unlocks the doors when you approach the car, plus 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, the Infiniti FX is one of a kind.
New Car Test Drive editor Mitch McCullough is based in Southern California.
ABS with Brake Assist and electronic brake force distribution (EBD), electronic stability control, dual-stage front airbags, front side-impact airbags, front and rear roof-mounted side-curtain airbags, front active head restraints, front seatbelt pretensioners
Safety equipment (optional):
rear camera, Lane Departure Warning
Basic warranty:
5 years/60,000 miles
Assembled in:
Kanagawa, Japan
Specifications As Tested
Model tested (MSRP):
Infiniti FX35 2WD ($34,750)
Standard equipment:
power mirrors, windows and front seats; remote keyless entry; tilt-telescoping steering wheel/gauge package; dual-zone climate control with microfiltration; split folding and reclining rear seats; traction control; stability control; high-intensity discharge headlights; 18-inch wheels
Options as tested (MSRP):
Touring Package ($2,900) includes leather seating surfaces, heated front seats, driver's memory seat, power lumbar support, power tilt/telescoping steering wheel, heated outside mirrors, power sunroof, 300-watt Bose audio system w 6-CD in-dash and 11 speakers, HomeLink universal transceiver, black roof rails, cargo cover and cargo net
Destination charge:
($590)
Gas guzzler tax:
N/A
Price as tested (MSRP):
$38,240
Layout:
rear-wheel drive
Engine:
3.5-liter dohc 24-valve variable valve timing V6
Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
280 @ 6200
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
270 @ 4800
Transmission:
5-speed automatic with manual shift program
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
17/23 mpg
Wheelbase:
112.2 in.
Length/width/height:
189.1/75.8/65.9 in.
Track, f/r:
62.7/64.6 in.
Turning circle:
38.7 ft.
Seating capacity:
5
Head/hip/leg room, f:
39.6/54.3/43.9 in.
Head/hip/leg room, m:
N/A
Head/hip/leg room, r:
39.3/55.0/35.2 in.
Cargo volume:
64.5 cu. ft.
Payload:
N/A
Towing capacity:
3500 Lbs.
Suspension, f:
independent, MacPerson struts, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Suspension, r:
independent, multilink, coil springs
Ground clearance:
7.6 in.
Curb weight:
4110 lbs.
Tires:
P265/60R18
Brakes, f/r:
vented disc/vented disc with ABS, EBD, Brake Assist
Fuel capacity:
23.8 gal.
Unless otherwise indicated, specifications refer to test vehicle.
All prices are manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) effective as of October 15, 2004.
Prices do not include manufacturer's destination and delivery charges.
N/A: Information not available or not applicable.
Manufacturer Info Sources:
1-800-647-7261 -
www.infiniti.com
