INFINITI Q70 |
CLASS OF VEHICLE: MID-SIZE LUXURY SEDAN PASSENGER CARRY CAPACITY: 5 SEATER
BODY STYLE: 4 DOOR SEDAN
TRANSMISSION: 7 SPEED AUTOMATIC
DRIVE-TRAIN: REAR-WHEEL DRIVE / FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE
PERIOD OF PRODUCTION: 2011 - PRESENT
BODY STYLE: 4 DOOR SEDAN
TRANSMISSION: 7 SPEED AUTOMATIC
DRIVE-TRAIN: REAR-WHEEL DRIVE / FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE
PERIOD OF PRODUCTION: 2011 - PRESENT
The Q70 which was formerly known as the M is a mid-size luxury sedan that incorporates unique infinity styling cues that makes it look outstretched like a full-size luxury sedan on the road. The engine choices available are pretty impressive, all being pretty powerful ones. This means that at the red light you will probably leave a few similar sized vehicles smoking at the back. One very attractive thing about the Infiniti is their interior design, it looks modern and luxurious with wood and leather finishes.
MODELS AVAILABLE |
TYPE OF FUEL USED |
GENERAL ENGINE DESCRIPTIONS |
THE POWER UNDER THE HOOD |
M30D |
DIESEL |
3.0L V6 TURBO 24 VALVE 182.6 cu (V9X ENGINE) |
240HP,179 KW 550 NM, 406 LB-FT @ 2,500 RPM |
M25 |
PETROL |
2.5L V6 24 VALVE 152.3 cu (VQ25HR) |
218 HP, 163 KW @ 6,400 RPM 252 NM, 186 LB-FT @ 4,800 RPM |
M37 |
PETROL |
3.7L V6 24 VALVE 225.5 cu (VQ37VHR) |
330 HP, 246 KW @ 7,000 RPM 366 NM, 270 LB-FT @ 5,200 RPM |
M56 |
PETROL |
5.6L V8 32 VALVE 338.8 cu (VK56VD) |
420 HP, 313 KW @ 6,000 RPM 565 NM, 417 LB-FT @ 4,400 RPM |
M35H |
PETROL |
3.5L V6 24 VALVE 213.5 cu (VQ35HR) COMBINED |
303 HP, 226 KW @ 6,800 RPM 258 NM, 264 LB-FT @ 4,800 RPM 58 HP, 43 KW |
INFINITI QX80 |
CLASS OF VEHICLE: FULL-SIZE LUXURY SUV PASSENGER CARRY CAPACITY: 8 SEATER
BODY STYLE: 5 DOOR SUV
TRANSMISSION: 7 SPEED AUTOMATIC
DRIVE-TRAIN: REAR-WHEEL DRIVE / FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE
PERIOD OF PRODUCTION: 2010 - PRESENT
BODY STYLE: 5 DOOR SUV
TRANSMISSION: 7 SPEED AUTOMATIC
DRIVE-TRAIN: REAR-WHEEL DRIVE / FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE
PERIOD OF PRODUCTION: 2010 - PRESENT
At the New York Auto Show in March 2010 Infiniti debuted their new QX56 know known as the QX80. The model is no longer sharing a platform with the Nissan Armada but is a luxury version of the Nissan Patrol. The interior of the new Infiniti screams out luxury. This vehicle is quite capable off-road too but with the shear size and price of the vehicle, mostly will leave it for tarmac usage only. The QX80 has a class leading commanding view as it stands pretty tall from the ground.
MODELS AVAILABLE |
TYPE OF FUEL USED |
GENERAL ENGINE DESCRIPTIONS |
THE POWER UNDER THE HOOD |
QX80 |
PETROL |
5.6 L V8 32 VALVE VVEL (VK56VD) |
400 HP, 300 KW @ 6,000 RPM 560 NM, 413 LB-FT @ 4,400 RPM |
INFINITI QX70 |
CLASS OF VEHICLE: MID-SIZE LUXURY CROSSOVER SUV PASSENGER CARRY CAPACITY: 5 SEATER
BODY STYLE: 5 DOOR SUV
TRANSMISSION: 7 SPEED AUTOMATIC WITH MANUAL MODE
DRIVE-TRAIN: REAR-WHEEL DRIVE / ALL-WHEEL DRIVE
PERIOD OF PRODUCTION: 2013 - PRESENT
BODY STYLE: 5 DOOR SUV
TRANSMISSION: 7 SPEED AUTOMATIC WITH MANUAL MODE
DRIVE-TRAIN: REAR-WHEEL DRIVE / ALL-WHEEL DRIVE
PERIOD OF PRODUCTION: 2013 - PRESENT
The second generation FX know renamed to QX70 was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show on March 4, 2008 and later went on sale in June 2008. Although redesigned the second generation car still retains some of the first generation 'Bionic Cheetah' look and 'Giant Scarab' profile. However, it has been fined tuned to make it look sleek and aggressive. According to Infiniti "Every inch of the QX70 cockpit is designed to reward your senses with luxurious and inviting materials such as leather-appointed seating and maple interior accents". Looking at the cars interior one can never doubt Infiniti's statement about the QX70.
MODELS AVAILABLE |
TYPE OF FUEL USED |
GENERAL ENGINE DESCRIPTIONS |
THE POWER UNDER THE HOOD |
FX30D |
DIESEL |
3.0 L V6 TURBO 24 VALVE 182.6 cu (V9X ENGINE) |
240 HP , 179 KW 550 NM, 406 LB-FT @ 2,500 RPM |
FX37 |
PETROL |
3.7 L V6 24 VALVE 225.5 cu (VQ37VHR) |
325 HP, 242 KW @ 7,000 RPM 362 NM, 267 LB-FT @ 5,200 RPM |
ABOUT INFINITI
TYPE: DIVISION
PARENT: NISSAN MOTOR CO., LTD
FULL NAME: INFINITI GLOBAL LIMITED
HEAD QUARTERS: HOPEWELL CENTRE, WAN CHAI, HONG KONG
FOUNDED: 1989
WEBSITE: www.infiniti.com
COMPANY SLOGAN: INSPIRED PERFORMANCE
TYPE: DIVISION
PARENT: NISSAN MOTOR CO., LTD
FULL NAME: INFINITI GLOBAL LIMITED
HEAD QUARTERS: HOPEWELL CENTRE, WAN CHAI, HONG KONG
FOUNDED: 1989
WEBSITE: www.infiniti.com
COMPANY SLOGAN: INSPIRED PERFORMANCE
FACTS CORNER
- Infiniti is the luxury division of Japan auto manufacturer Nissan.
- The renowned Formula 1 World Champion Sebastian Vettel has been recently signed by Infiniti as their very first global ambassador and representative.
- Infiniti was introduced by Nissan in order to compete with other luxury marques in the US market - they first landed there in November of 1989.
- The logo of Infiniti symbolizes the special approach established by the new brand which is based on luxury, performance and aspiring for new horizons and edges of automotive industry. Nissan chose this new brands name way back in 1987.