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The '''M30''', '''M45''', and '''M35''' are [[luxury car]]s from [[Nissan]]'s [[Infiniti]] [[marque]].
The '''M30''', '''M45''', and '''M35''' are [[luxury car]]s from [[Nissan]]'s [[Infiniti]] [[marque]].


==2006==
See Wikicars' comprehensive '''[[{{FULLPAGENAMEE}} Review]]'''.
Infiniti released a completely redesigned M for the 2006 model year to compete directly in the mid-size sport luxury class, against such class stalwarts as the [[BMW 5 Series]] and the [[Mercedes-Benz E-Class]].  It uses a much more rigid version of the G35/350Z/FX [[Nissan FM platform]] and is available with the common VQ-series 280 [[HP|hp]] (208 kW) 3.5 L [[V6|V6]] in the '''M35''', or the [[Infiniti Q|Q45]]'s 335 [[HP|hp]] (249 kW) 4.5 L [[V8]] in the '''M45'''.
 
===Recent Changes===
 
 
===Styles and Major Options===
 
 
===Pricing===
Today's actual prices for the [[Infiniti]] M can be found at [http://www.carsdirect.com/ CarsDirect].
 
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<tr bgcolor=#cccccc>
<td colspan=4>
'''Infiniti M Trims'''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
M35 Base
</td>
<td>
M35 Sport
</td>
<td>
M45 Base
</td>
<td>
M45 Sport
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#66ccff>
<td colspan=4>
''MSRP''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
$41,450
</td>
<td>
$44,250
</td>
<td>
$49,100
</td>
<td>
$50,550
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#66ccff>
<td colspan=4>
''Invoice''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
$38,097
</td>
<td>
$40,663
</td>
<td>
$45,109
</td>
<td>
$46,438
</td>
</tr>
</table>
 
===Gas Mileage===
As seen on the [http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/findacar.htm FuelEconomy.gov] website, the City/Highway MPG averages for the Infiniti M are as follows:
 
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<tr bgcolor=#cccccc>
<td colspan=3>
'''Trim'''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
M35
</td>
<td>
M35x
</td>
<td>
M45
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan=3 bgcolor=#cccccc>
'''MPG'''
</td>
</tr>
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc>
<td>
18/25
</td>
<td>
17/24
</td>
<td>
17/23
</td>
</tr>
</table>
 
===Reliability===
According to Consumer Reports, "first year reliability has been outstanding."  It is a new vehicle, however, and accurate reliability information over the years is yet to come.
 
===Safety===
 
 
===Photos===
 
 
===Colors===
 
 
===Main Competitors===
 
==Hybrid Models==
 
 
 
==Unique Attributes==
 
==Resale Values==
 
==Criticisms==
 
 
==Current Generation: (2006–Present)==
Infiniti released a completely redesigned M for the 2006 model year to compete directly in the mid-size sport luxury class, against such class stalwarts as the [[BMW 5 Series]] and the [[Mercedes-Benz E-Class]].  It uses a much more rigid version of the G35/350Z/FX Nissan FM platform and is available with the common VQ-series 280&nbsp;[[hp]] (208&nbsp;kW) 3.5&nbsp;L [[V6]] in the '''M35''', or the [[Infiniti Q45|Q45]]'s 335&nbsp;[[hp]] (249&nbsp;kW) 4.5&nbsp;L [[V8]] in the '''M45'''.


The automotive press has awarded the M several best-in-class awards in direct comparisons against its competitors. Despite entering a very crowded, competitive segment in which almost every member has been recently redesigned, the M still managed to find many key distinctions:  Both the M35 and M45 are fastest in their class (0-60 in 6.3 and 5.4 seconds, respectively).  The M is near or at the top of every interior dimension, actually breaking into the EPA "large" category depending on which option packages are selected.  In fact, while being smaller on the outside than the flagship Q45, the M45 boasts more room, greater performance, a superior [[multilink suspension|multilink front suspension]], and much friendlier ergonomics, threatening the position of the flagship Q45.
The automotive press has awarded the M several best-in-class awards in direct comparisons against its competitors. Despite entering a very crowded, competitive segment in which almost every member has been recently redesigned, the M still managed to find many key distinctions:  Both the M35 and M45 are fastest in their class (0-60 in 6.3 and 5.4 seconds, respectively).  The M is near or at the top of every interior dimension, actually breaking into the EPA "large" category depending on which option packages are selected.  In fact, while being smaller on the outside than the flagship Q45, the M45 boasts more room, greater performance, a superior [[multilink suspension|multilink front suspension]], and much friendlier ergonomics, threatening the position of the flagship Q45.


[[All-wheel-drive]] models are called the '''M35x''', which uses a sports car derived system ([[ATTESA-ETS]]) to send all power to the rear wheels until slip is detected.
[[All wheel drive]] models are called the '''M35x''', which uses a sports car derived system ([[ATTESA-ETS]]) to send all power to the rear wheels until slip is detected.
 
The M line was released in February 2005 (at almost exactly the same time as the new 2006 [[Lexus GS]]) and its first several months of sales have been far beyond expectations. Prices in the US (USD) range from the low 40s to the mid-50s, which, feature for feature, tend towards the lowest in class.
 
==Previous Generations==


The M line was released in February 2005 (at almost exactly the same time as the new 2006 [[Lexus GS]]) and its first several months of sales have been far beyond expectations. Prices in the US (USD) range from the low 40s to the mid-50s, which feature for feature tend towards the lowest in class.
(Fill in as many as appropriate. Add more if necessary)
===Seventh generation (YYYY–YYYY)===


==2003==
===Sixth generation (YYYY–YYYY)===
 
 
===Fifth generation (YYYY–YYYY)===
 
 
===Fourth generation (YYYY–YYYY)===
 
 
===Third generation (YYYY–YYYY)===
 
 
===Second generation (2003-2005)===
The 2003 M45 was based on the Y34-series [[Nissan Gloria]]/[[Nissan Cedric]], with styling similar to the Gloria. The engine is Nissan's 340&nbsp;[[HP|hp]] [[Nissan VK engine#VK45DE|VK45DE]] [[V8]] which produces 333&nbsp;ft.lbf of [[torque]]. The rather Japanese squared-off styling did not make much of a splash on the US market, and the M45 sold poorly.
The 2003 M45 was based on the Y34-series [[Nissan Gloria]]/[[Nissan Cedric]], with styling similar to the Gloria. The engine is Nissan's 340&nbsp;[[HP|hp]] [[Nissan VK engine#VK45DE|VK45DE]] [[V8]] which produces 333&nbsp;ft.lbf of [[torque]]. The rather Japanese squared-off styling did not make much of a splash on the US market, and the M45 sold poorly.


==1990==
===First Generation/Origins (1990)===
The original [[1990]] '''[[Infiniti M30|M30]]''' was the mundane middle offering of Nissan's Infiniti brand.  It featured a 162&nbsp;[[HP|hp]] 3.0&nbsp;L [[V6]] shared, along with its [[rear wheel drive]] [[automobile platform|platform]], with the 1987 Japanese [[Nissan Leopard]]. A convertible was added for 1991, and the M30 was replaced after 1992 by the more interesting [[Infiniti J30]].
The original [[1990]] '''[[Infiniti M30|M30]]''' was the mundane middle offering of Nissan's Infiniti brand.  It featured a 162&nbsp;[[HP|hp]] 3.0&nbsp;L [[V6]] shared, along with its [[rear wheel drive]] [[automobile platform|platform]], with the 1987 Japanese [[Nissan Leopard]]. A convertible was added for 1991, and the M30 was replaced after 1992 by the more interesting [[Infiniti J30]].


==Other links==
 
==Worldwide==
 
 
==Design quirks and oddities==
 
 
==Awards==
 
 
==See also==
 
 
==External Links==
*[http://www.Infinitihelp.com M Bulletins and Recalls Information]
*[http://www.Infinitihelp.com M Bulletins and Recalls Information]
*[http://www.infiniti.com/m/ Official American site]
*[http://www.infiniti.com/m/ Official American site]

Revision as of 17:19, 20 October 2006

2006 Infiniti M45
2003 Infiniti M45

The M30, M45, and M35 are luxury cars from Nissan's Infiniti marque.

See Wikicars' comprehensive Infiniti_M Review.

Recent Changes

Styles and Major Options

Pricing

Today's actual prices for the Infiniti M can be found at CarsDirect.

Infiniti M Trims

M35 Base

M35 Sport

M45 Base

M45 Sport

MSRP

$41,450

$44,250

$49,100

$50,550

Invoice

$38,097

$40,663

$45,109

$46,438

Gas Mileage

As seen on the FuelEconomy.gov website, the City/Highway MPG averages for the Infiniti M are as follows:

Trim

M35

M35x

M45

MPG

18/25

17/24

17/23

Reliability

According to Consumer Reports, "first year reliability has been outstanding." It is a new vehicle, however, and accurate reliability information over the years is yet to come.

Safety

Photos

Colors

Main Competitors

Hybrid Models

Unique Attributes

Resale Values

Criticisms

Current Generation: (2006–Present)

Infiniti released a completely redesigned M for the 2006 model year to compete directly in the mid-size sport luxury class, against such class stalwarts as the BMW 5 Series and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class. It uses a much more rigid version of the G35/350Z/FX Nissan FM platform and is available with the common VQ-series 280 hp (208 kW) 3.5 L V6 in the M35, or the Q45's 335 hp (249 kW) 4.5 L V8 in the M45.

The automotive press has awarded the M several best-in-class awards in direct comparisons against its competitors. Despite entering a very crowded, competitive segment in which almost every member has been recently redesigned, the M still managed to find many key distinctions: Both the M35 and M45 are fastest in their class (0-60 in 6.3 and 5.4 seconds, respectively). The M is near or at the top of every interior dimension, actually breaking into the EPA "large" category depending on which option packages are selected. In fact, while being smaller on the outside than the flagship Q45, the M45 boasts more room, greater performance, a superior multilink front suspension, and much friendlier ergonomics, threatening the position of the flagship Q45.

All wheel drive models are called the M35x, which uses a sports car derived system (ATTESA-ETS) to send all power to the rear wheels until slip is detected.

The M line was released in February 2005 (at almost exactly the same time as the new 2006 Lexus GS) and its first several months of sales have been far beyond expectations. Prices in the US (USD) range from the low 40s to the mid-50s, which, feature for feature, tend towards the lowest in class.

Previous Generations

(Fill in as many as appropriate. Add more if necessary)

Seventh generation (YYYY–YYYY)

Sixth generation (YYYY–YYYY)

Fifth generation (YYYY–YYYY)

Fourth generation (YYYY–YYYY)

Third generation (YYYY–YYYY)

Second generation (2003-2005)

The 2003 M45 was based on the Y34-series Nissan Gloria/Nissan Cedric, with styling similar to the Gloria. The engine is Nissan's 340 hp VK45DE V8 which produces 333 ft.lbf of torque. The rather Japanese squared-off styling did not make much of a splash on the US market, and the M45 sold poorly.

First Generation/Origins (1990)

The original 1990 M30 was the mundane middle offering of Nissan's Infiniti brand. It featured a 162 hp 3.0 L V6 shared, along with its rear wheel drive platform, with the 1987 Japanese Nissan Leopard. A convertible was added for 1991, and the M30 was replaced after 1992 by the more interesting Infiniti J30.


Worldwide

Design quirks and oddities

Awards

See also

External Links


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