Body style: SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
Segment: Premium SUV
Production years: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001
Infiniti made the first step onto the off-road segment with the introduction of the QX4 model in 1997 with a re-badged and re-worked version of the Nissan Pathfinder.
After Acura and Lexus introduced SUVs in their lineups in 1995, with the SLX and the LX450, respectively, Infiniti found itself as the only Japanese premium carmaker that couldn't offer a competitor for them. In 1995, Nissan introduced the second generation of the Pathfinder, and it was considered an excellent starting point.
While it shared most body panels with the Pathfinder, the QX4 featured a different front fascia. It sported a new grille with a thick horizontal slat and a pair of reshaped headlights with corner-mounted turn signals. The carmaker installed the stationary lamps and the fog lights. On its sides, the QX4 featured side steps to ease-up the ingress and egress from the car. In the back, the carmaker installed the spare wheel under the floor and not on the tailgate.
Inside, the differences between the QX4 and the Pathfinder were obvious. The premium version came fitted as standard with leather seats, dual airbags, automatic transmission, and a premium sound system with AM/FM Stereo, CD, and cassette player. In the back, the car featured a 60/40 split-folding bench with a reclining seatback.
For the powertrain, Nissan offered a 3.3-liter V-6 engine shared with the Pathfinder, but the QX4 had a different traction system, which allowed it to go RWD, AWD with an automatic front-rear torque transfer, and a 4x4 lock with 50/50 torque split. Its independent suspension ensured a comfortable ride while the standard ABS with discs at the front and drums increased the vehicle's safety.
ENGINE SPECS - 3.3L V6 4AT AWD (170 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3294 cm3 |
Power: | 125 KW @ 4800 RPM 170 HP @ 4800 RPM 168 BHP @ 4800 RPM |
Torque: | 196 lb-ft @ 2800 RPM 266 Nm @ 2800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 21.1 gallons (79.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 110 mph (177 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-Speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Disks |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 245/70 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 178.3 in (4529 mm) |
Width: | 68.7 in (1745 mm) |
Height: | 67.1 in (1704 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.8/59.8 in (1,519/1,519 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.3 in (2700 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8.7 in (221 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 85 cuFT (2407 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.4 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4277 lbs (1940 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5148 lbs (2335 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 13 mpg US (18.1 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 17 mpg US (13.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 15 mpg US (15.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 373 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 3.5L V6 4AT AWD (243 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3498 cm3 |
Power: | 178.7 KW @ 6000 RPM 243 HP @ 6000 RPM 240 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 265 lb-ft @ 3200 RPM 359 Nm @ 3200 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 21.1 gallons (79.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 110 mph (177 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.1 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-Speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Disks |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 245/70 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 178.3 in (4529 mm) |
Width: | 68.7 in (1745 mm) |
Height: | 67.1 in (1704 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.8/59.8 in (1,519/1,519 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.3 in (2700 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8.7 in (221 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 85 cuFT (2407 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.4 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4277 lbs (1940 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5148 lbs (2335 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 15 mpg US (15.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 19 mpg US (12.4 L/100Km) |