Body style: SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
Segment: Premium SUV
Production years: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
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Replacing the old QX4, the FX model was designed to reproduce the experience of driving a sports car.
Being an SUV, it was a little difficult to obtain such great agility and power, thus Infiniti had to make compromises. The FX was a SUV with no off-road capabilities so that the frame would be lighter.
The ride comfort was also altered, as the FX came with 20-inch alloys, race-car size brakes and a stiff suspension.
The FX was based on the Nissan’s 350Z sports car platform. The extra weight of the bigger body was carried by thicker frame members.
Two models were available for the 2002 model, the FX35 and the FX45. As the nameplate says, the FX35 was powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine borrowed from the 350Z, and the FX45 was driven by a 4.5-liter V8 engine taken from the Q45 luxury sedan.
Both models featured a 5-speed automatic transmission (no manual gearbox was available) and were well equipped with a dual zone climate control, traction control, stability control, brake assist and other useful features such as split folding and reclining rear seats, along with power front seats.
Being in the driver’s seat would offer decent comfort and the whole interior felt a bit tighter than in the competitors’ X5 or the Range Rover.
However, great visibility was offered. An optional rear-view camera was also available, to ease parking.
INFINITI FX 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
- FX35 3.5L V6 5AT RWD (281 HP)
- FX45 4.5L V8 5AT (315 HP)
INFINITI FX
FX35 3.5L V6 5AT RWD (281 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - FX35 3.5L V6 5AT RWD (281 HP) | |
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| Cylinders: | V6 |
| Displacement: | 3498 cm3 |
| Power: | 206 KW @ 6200 RPM 281 HP @ 6200 RPM 276 BHP @ 6200 RPM |
| Torque: | 270 lb-ft @ 4800 RPM 366 Nm @ 4800 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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| Top Speed: | 137 mph (220 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.3 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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| Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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| Tire Size: | 265/60 R 18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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| Length: | 188.5 in (4788 mm) |
| Width: | 76.7 in (1948 mm) |
| Height: | 65 in (1651 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 62.6/64.6 in (1,590/1,641 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 112.2 in (2850 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 7.6 in (193 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 27.1 cuFT (767 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.35 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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| Unladen Weight: | 4057.2 lbs (1840 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 5159.7 lbs (2340 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 17 mpg US (13.8 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 23.1 mpg US (10.2 L/100Km) |
INFINITI FX
FX45 4.5L V8 5AT (315 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - FX45 4.5L V8 5AT (315 HP) | |
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| Cylinders: | V8 |
| Displacement: | 4494 cm3 |
| Power: | 232 KW @ 6400 RPM 315 HP @ 6400 RPM 311 BHP @ 6400 RPM |
| Torque: | 329 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 446 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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| Top Speed: | 197 mph (317 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 6.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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| Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 265/50 R 20 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 188.5 in (4788 mm) |
| Width: | 76.7 in (1948 mm) |
| Height: | 65 in (1651 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 62.6/64.6 in (1,590/1,641 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 112.2 in (2850 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 7.6 in (193 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 27.1 cuFT (767 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.35 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 4299.8 lbs (1950 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 5468.4 lbs (2480 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 15 mpg US (15.7 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 19 mpg US (12.4 L/100Km) |