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Infiniti FX
The Infiniti FX is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV, currently sold in two models: the FX35 and the FX45.
With the FX45 crossover, Infiniti sought to combine sports-car performance with SUV functionality. The FX45's 4.5L V8 generates 315-hp (235kW) and is coupled with a five-speed automatic transmission that incorporates a manual-shift mode. ATTESA-ETS All wheel drive is standard, and the FX45 has a sport-tuned four-wheel independent suspension. The FX35 uses a 3.5L V6.
See Wikicars' comprehensive Infiniti FX Review.
Recent Changes
The FX series was updated for 2006 with a new look, some new options, and additions to its standard features. The wheels, grille, and front bumper have all been redesigned. The FX35 now has leather seats, a power tilt/telescope steering wheel and a rear view camera with a color screen standard. The FX45's V8 engine was also upgraded to 320-hp (239kW) and it gets a standard sunroof, Bluetooth system, rear view camera with a color screen, and aluminum roof rails, all part of a premium package that is optional for the FX35.
Styles and Major Options
There are 2 styles available for the FX: the FX35 and FX45. While most options are available to both, there are several standard features on the FX45 which are optional on the FX35. These include 20-in. aluminum alloy wheels, sport-tuned suspension, sunroof, Bluetooth technology, and aluminum roof rails, among others. In addition, FX35 and FX45 are equipped with two different engines, and while the FX35 is available in either all wheel drive (AWD) or rear wheel drive (RWD), the FX45 is only available in AWD. Some of the distinguishing specifications are as follows:
Performance (FX35)
- 280-hp 3.5 L VQ35DE V6
- 0-60 mph: 7.1 seconds
- 0-100 mph: NA
- 1/4 mile: 15.5 seconds at 91.0 mph
- 300ft Skidpad: .89g
- Top Speed: 137mph
Performance (FX45)
- 320-hp 4.5 L VK45DE V8
- 0-60 mph: 6.3 seconds
- 0-100 mph: 17.6 seconds
- 1/4 mile: 14.8 seconds at 95.1 mph
- 300ft Skidpad: .89g
- Top Speed: 137mph
Pricing
Today's actual prices for the Infiniti FX35 and FX45 can be found at CarsDirect.
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FX Trims |
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FX35 4x2 |
FX35 4x4 |
FX45 4x4 |
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MSRP |
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$37,800 |
$39,300 |
$49,750 |
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Invoice |
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$34,750 |
$36,126 |
$45,705 |
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Gas Mileage
As seen on the FuelEconomy.gov website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows:
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Trim |
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FX35 4x2 |
FX35 4x4 |
FX45 4x4 |
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MPG |
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17/22 |
16/21 |
14/18 |
Reliability
In 2005, the Infiniti FX series received J.D. Power Initial Ratings of 2/5 for Mechanical Quality, 5/5 for Feature & Accessory Quality, and 5/5 for Body & Interior Quality. Prior to that, in 2004, the FX series Initial Ratings differed only in that it received a 3/5 for Mechanical Quality.
Safety
Infiniti's FX line comes with a number of safety features which are standard across all models. These include features designed not only to lower the probability of an accident, but also to reduce the amount of injury sustained if an accident should occur:
- Electronic Brake-Force Distribution (EBD)
- Brake Assist
- 4-wheel Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
- Occupancy Sensors
- Front, Side, and Roof-Mounted Curtain Airbags
- Front and Rear Head Restraints and 3-point Seat Belts
In addition, the FX35 and FX45 are tied for fourth place on Autos.com's online Safety Review of leading luxury SUVs sold.
Photos
Colors
Exterior
- Liquid Platinum
- Ivory Pearl
- Sapphire
- Autumn Copper
- Sheer Platinum
- Serengeti Sand
- Black Obsidian
- Beryllium
- Diamond Graphite
Interior
- Graphite Leather/Aluminum
- Graphite Leather/Etched Aluminum
- Graphite Leather/Rosewood & Aluminum
- Wheat Leather/Aluminum
- Wheat Leather/Etched Aluminum
- Wheat Leather/Rosewood & Aluminum
- Espresso Leather/Rosewood & Aluminum
Main Competitors
Hybrid Models
Infiniti has not announced any upcoming hybrid vehicles, to date.
Unique Attributes
Resale Values
According to CarsDirect.com, the 2006 FX will have an excellent resale value.
Criticisms
- "This also means, of course, that for serious off-roading the FX45 is not worth a cheetah's furball. Or we assume it's not, since Infiniti didn't let us take it off-road during our day's drive." — AutoWeek
- "Some of the FX's more attractive options, such as navigation, are grouped into pricey packages and cannot be ordered separately." - Kelley Blue Book
Generations
First Generation/Origins (2001)
Infiniti first unveiled the FX45 as a concept car at the 2001 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan. The goal was to create a vehicle that combined the practicality of an SUV with the performance of a sports car, and at a time when the luxury SUV market was only blossoming, the FX45 Concept was meant to compete more with luxury cars like the BMW 7 Series, Lexus GS 430, and even Infiniti's own Q45.
Worldwide
Design quirks and oddities
Awards
The FX35's 280-hp V6 is the only engine to be named to Ward's Auto World's "10 Best" list every year that they've awarded it.
