2009 Infiniti FX37 and FX50
10-29-07, 07:51 PM
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2009 Infiniti FX37 and FX50
At 2008 Geneva Motor Show, Infiniti will unveil completely redesigned FX. The FX will compete with Volkswagen Touareg, Porsche Cayenne and Lexus RX.
The 2009 FX will be available in two different choices: the FX37 and the FX50. As you suspect already one will be powered by a 3.7 liter and the other by a 5.0 liter engine.
The FX37 wil be powered by the same 3.7 liter VQ-series V6 engine engine used in the G37 Coupe and will deliver 300 hp. The FX50 will be powered by a 5.0 liter engine with an output of 390 hp and 369 lbs-ft.
The new VQ37VHR, first used in the G37 Coupe is based on the award-winning VQ engine series, named one of the "Ten Best Engines" by Ward’s Auto World magazine for 13 consecutive years. next to a bigger output, the FX37 will also use the new VVEL system which combines hydraulic-controlled variable valve timing and electronically controlled variable valve lift on the intake side to help improve performance and response. The VVEL system is also expected to improve emissions and fuel efficiency.
The 2009 FX will have the same dimensions as the current FX. Infiniti will use materials that will reduce weight, this is why the up-coming FX will be faster compared to the current model.
The biggest changes will be made to the front of the car. The exterior will be more sporty and modern.
The exterior highlights will include flowing front fender curves, expressive front fascia with Infiniti’s signature double-arch grille and L-shaped High-Intensity Discharge (HID) bi-xenon headlights with integrated fog lamps. Also the rear will feature large LED taillights – an Infiniti trademark, refined rear bumper and an integrated RearView Monitor camera. The camera will help you to have a 360 degree view of what was around you.
Two of the most modern features included in the upcoming FX are: Slow moving traffic cruise control, meaning that the car will slow down and speed up based on the car in front of you and mirrors that will auto adjust when you move in the seat.
The 2009 FX will be available in two different choices: the FX37 and the FX50. As you suspect already one will be powered by a 3.7 liter and the other by a 5.0 liter engine.
The FX37 wil be powered by the same 3.7 liter VQ-series V6 engine engine used in the G37 Coupe and will deliver 300 hp. The FX50 will be powered by a 5.0 liter engine with an output of 390 hp and 369 lbs-ft.
The new VQ37VHR, first used in the G37 Coupe is based on the award-winning VQ engine series, named one of the "Ten Best Engines" by Ward’s Auto World magazine for 13 consecutive years. next to a bigger output, the FX37 will also use the new VVEL system which combines hydraulic-controlled variable valve timing and electronically controlled variable valve lift on the intake side to help improve performance and response. The VVEL system is also expected to improve emissions and fuel efficiency.
The 2009 FX will have the same dimensions as the current FX. Infiniti will use materials that will reduce weight, this is why the up-coming FX will be faster compared to the current model.
The biggest changes will be made to the front of the car. The exterior will be more sporty and modern.
The exterior highlights will include flowing front fender curves, expressive front fascia with Infiniti’s signature double-arch grille and L-shaped High-Intensity Discharge (HID) bi-xenon headlights with integrated fog lamps. Also the rear will feature large LED taillights – an Infiniti trademark, refined rear bumper and an integrated RearView Monitor camera. The camera will help you to have a 360 degree view of what was around you.
Two of the most modern features included in the upcoming FX are: Slow moving traffic cruise control, meaning that the car will slow down and speed up based on the car in front of you and mirrors that will auto adjust when you move in the seat.
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Thanks for posting this.
10-29-07, 08:13 PM
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10-29-07, 09:47 PM
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Don't forget CVT in the hybrids.
And the 8 speed in the LS and IS-F.
The RX still has the 5 speed.
Lexus has many different transmissions.
10-29-07, 10:56 PM
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Nissan is getting this 5.0 V8 also? Doubt it. From what I know, this engine will be exclusive to Infiniti.
This engine is gonna be great because it isn't just gonna be for one very limited production car only. We all know Infiniti is gonna ***** this engine to as many cars in the lineup that they can. I'm sure this engine will have a lot of potential. Can't imagine what a performance-tuned variant of this engine would be like. With Infiniti really stepping up the game as of late, wouldn't be surprised to see a G50 or something of the sort now that Lexus is coming out with the IS-F.
This engine is gonna be great because it isn't just gonna be for one very limited production car only. We all know Infiniti is gonna ***** this engine to as many cars in the lineup that they can. I'm sure this engine will have a lot of potential. Can't imagine what a performance-tuned variant of this engine would be like. With Infiniti really stepping up the game as of late, wouldn't be surprised to see a G50 or something of the sort now that Lexus is coming out with the IS-F.
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Nissan is getting this 5.0 V8 also? Doubt it. From what I know, this engine will be exclusive to Infiniti.
This engine is gonna be great because it isn't just gonna be for one very limited production car only. We all know Infiniti is gonna ***** this engine to as many cars in the lineup that they can. I'm sure this engine will have a lot of potential. Can't imagine what a performance-tuned variant of this engine would be like. With Infiniti really stepping up the game as of late, wouldn't be surprised to see a G50 or something of the sort now that Lexus is coming out with the IS-F.
This engine is gonna be great because it isn't just gonna be for one very limited production car only. We all know Infiniti is gonna ***** this engine to as many cars in the lineup that they can. I'm sure this engine will have a lot of potential. Can't imagine what a performance-tuned variant of this engine would be like. With Infiniti really stepping up the game as of late, wouldn't be surprised to see a G50 or something of the sort now that Lexus is coming out with the IS-F.
It's great to see Infiniti offer this kind of power in a vehicle under 100k. And I agree, I'm sure we'll be seeing this 390hp 5.0L show up in several Infiniti products over the next couple of years (the M, FX, next generation Q, and possibly the G sedan). Infiniti is definitely stepping up their game big time and they seem to want to take more chances with their line rather than play it conservative.
I didn't see this posted here, but I read on another board that Infiniti has trademarked the names M30d, G30d, FX30d, & EX30d. It seems they will be offering diesel engines in their lineup as well very soon. And with the news of them working on their hybrids, it should be very interesting to see what else they have to offer in the next couple of years.
