The 5.0 cometh! With a 7AT!!!! All wheel drive!!!

[rn79870]

2009 Infiniti FX Makes World Debut at Geneva Motor Show [Mar. 4, 08]

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (March 4, 2008) – Infiniti today revealed the all-new 2009 Infiniti FX performance luxury crossover in conjunction with the Geneva Motor Show. The second-generation FX, with its fusion of sports car and SUV design, will be offered in three models, including a new 5.0-liter V8-equipped Infiniti FX50. The 2009 FX is scheduled to go on sale at Infiniti dealers in the United States and Canada in June 2008.

The new FX’s world debut in Geneva was hosted by Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. President and CEO Carlos Ghosn, who also announced details of Infiniti’s plans to enter the Western European market in the last quarter of 2008.

About the 2009 Infiniti FXThe all-new second-generation Infiniti FX is designed to offer exceptional levels of power, refinement, safety and driving exhilaration. Created as a fusion of sports car and SUV utility, with head-turning styling and an advanced sports sedan platform, the new FX is a showcase of Infiniti’s design and technology leadership.

Along with its dramatic, aerodynamic body structure and sporty FM (Front Midship) platform, the new FX features a extensive list of available equipment and technology designed to create an exciting and rewarding driving experience – including a new 390-horsepower 5.0-liter 32-valve DOHC V8 or advanced V6 engine (V6 details to be released later), 7-speed automatic transmission with Adaptive Shift Control and available Intelligent All-Wheel Drive. The new Infiniti FX also offers a wide range of available safety technologies, including:· Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA), which provides forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking· Lane Departure Warning/Lane Departure Prevention system, which help keep the vehicle in its travel lane· Intelligent Cruise Control (Full Speed Range), maintains a pre-set distance with the vehicle ahead at speeds between 0-90 mph· And the industry’s first application of Distance Control Assist (DCA), which helps reduce the stress of driving in heavy traffic by intuitively helping to release the throttle and apply the brakes to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead

The 2009 Infiniti FX’s trademark performance characteristics are enhanced with a refined 4-wheel independent suspension and large 4-wheel disc brakes with available opposed-piston brake calipers. A new, available FX Sport Package includes a Continuous Damping Control (CDC) suspension, Rear-Active Steer and 21-inch aluminum-alloy wheels.

Inside, the new FX interior provides a warm, modern, inviting environment highlighted by a driver-oriented cockpit with available sport seating and advanced audio, navigation and entertainment systems – including an 11-speaker Boseâ audio system, Infiniti Intelligent Key and Around View Monitor system.

7 Speed AT!!! take that 6MT'ers!

[AZhitman]

Nice find Bobby - We expected the 5.0 and the 7AT, but I was guessing it would debut in the replacement for the Q45.

The FX50 is going to be a wicked machine.

[gwoods]

only 390 hp? seems like 5.0 could make 420-450 hp?

Infiniti is getting 306 hp out of the 3.5 six and 330 hp out of the 3.7 six.

[rn79870]

I'm looking at the logic here. Infiniti will have done the basic engineering to put the 5.0 in the G. Infinifi needs a car to close the Gap between the G37 and the GT R. A 425HP G50 would be a luxury/performance car that the enthusiast would (hopefully) get with a 6MT. It would offer a performance option for someone who didn't want the trouble that owning a GT R will bring (special service, etc.)

I'm seeing a lot of writing on the wall here. My prediction, by 2010 we'll see a G50xS Coupe and Sedan - 6MT & 7AT.

I didn't miss the reference to an enhanced V6 either. 3.7? 3.8? 20-25 HP?The future is going to be interesting.

[AZhitman]

I think you're right on target - There needed to be a flagship, as well as a MB / M-class fighter.

This is gonna be good.

[USAF_G35_Guy]

Cool....this just may have to be my first "Family Car"! thx for the info

.....Man, I love Infiniti!

http://www.netcarshow.com/infiniti/2009-fx50/

a link to some pics

[Jacko3]

This is outstanding! Other than the ricers out there, I am noticing a great deal of people with Nissans and Infinitis, going fast. Infiniti is making these cars too exciting to drive, and thus, prone to overspeeding. God help us ont he roads when these cars hit the streets. 390 horses is not for the faint-hearted---this is muscles on metal.

Yes, the handwriting is on the wall. Infiniti probably has a car that will close the gap between the GTR and the G-37. This is sound logic. Afterall, Lexus already has their IS-F, and Infinit, is sure to respond. Infiniti/Nissan is becoming the equivalent of the German performance car company.

BTW, the CVT in the Nissan Altima Automatic, is so much fun to drive than the manual transmission Altima. I can't imagine not going fast in the automatic version of the Nissan Altima.

[zozoka1212]

sweet find. Thanks.

G50xS would be really goooooooood.

zozo

[gwoods]

A more logical car is the M50 and price it to compete with the 5 series BMW.

Still I hope Infiniti gives it at least 400 hp, 420-430hp would be ideal!

[joe603]

Just in time for my G35 replacement

hehehe, G50 FTW!

[Sentientbydesign]

I think the lower HP numbers are a compromise, not only a marketing one.

That beast is probably going to be pushing 5500 lbs. TQ is more important in moving it than a high revving engine.

[Jacko3]

Gwoods:

True!

[G_whizz]

Just in time for my G35 replacement

hehehe, G50 FTW!

I am happy in the pants!! ...lol