Last week a single teaser shot of the all-new 2009 Infiniti FX leaked onto the web. Today Infiniti officially unveiled the all-new FX in Geneva.
The 2009 FX is going to come with either a new 5.0L 32-valve V8 with over 380 horsepower or a V6 engine (specs tbd). Both engines are mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission Adaptive Shift Control and available solid magnesium paddle shifters.
The new FX is expected in US showrooms this June.
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PRESS RELEASE:
2009 Infiniti FX Makes World Debut at Geneva Motor Show
Second Generation of Infiniti's Performance Luxury Crossover SUV
Goes On Sale in North America in June –
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (March 4, 2008) – Infiniti today revealed the all-new 2009 Infiniti FX performance luxury crossover SUV 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 FX
The 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, with breathtaking styling, sports car-like proportions 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 380+ 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 solid magnesium paddle shifters, available Intelligent All-Wheel Drive, 4-wheel independent double-wishbone suspension and large 4-wheel disc brakes. Also available on the new FX are a Continuous Damping Control (CDC) suspension, Rear-Active Steer, Intelligent Brake Assist and 21-inch aluminum-alloy wheels designed by Enkei.
Inside, the new FX interior provides a warm, modern, inviting environment highlighted by a driver-oriented cockpit with available sport seating and available advanced audio, navigation and entertainment systems – including an 11-speaker Bose-developed audio system, Infiniti Intelligent Key, Intelligent Cruise Control (Full Speed Range), Distance Control Assist (DCA) and Around View Monitor system.
Comments (19)
I hate it and like it at the same time....
Posted by gilly | March 4, 2008 7:17 PM
Posted on March 4, 2008 19:17
Well said.
Posted by Chimpy | March 4, 2008 8:08 PM
Posted on March 4, 2008 20:08
Apart from the complete garbage behind the front wheel it looks good.
Really, what's with the fender louvres anyways? They look ridiculous!
Posted by wayne gretzky | March 4, 2008 8:36 PM
Posted on March 4, 2008 20:36
Luxury, nice performance, unique looks. All around a killer machine. Anyone who dogs it, go test drive one and your thoughts will change dramatically.
Posted by carluver57 | March 5, 2008 12:12 AM
Posted on March 5, 2008 00:12
something special... unique... that doesn't look recycled..
:thumbs up:
Posted by Fox | March 5, 2008 1:09 AM
Posted on March 5, 2008 01:09
Why do these automakers all now insist on putting horrid fender vents on their vehicles. You know it's time to pass on the styling cliche when a Ford Focus is sporting it.
Bmw toned it down a notch on the m's. Just shows you how forward thinking euro cars are, and how 'Me too' japanese and domestic vehicles have become.
Posted by Al | March 5, 2008 1:51 AM
Posted on March 5, 2008 01:51
I've always liked the FX series. So unique with an awesome exaust tone. I drove my friend's FX 35 and i can tell you, it feels much more sporty than many other in its class. Plus the 21 inch rims?? who can say no?
Posted by John Bo | March 5, 2008 2:24 AM
Posted on March 5, 2008 02:24
Awesome design, dissapointing engine offerings. No hybrids, diesels, just guzzlers. This is getting old. One would expect fressher trech eith the fresh design.
Posted by Diesel | March 5, 2008 3:46 AM
Posted on March 5, 2008 03:46
is the fx35 the same body wise? I just saw one today, hadnt before, looked pretty sweet IMO. (Even though the the guy driving it was a duchebag, but thats a different story...)
Posted by Alex | March 5, 2008 4:48 AM
Posted on March 5, 2008 04:48
I love the look of the current FX's but this one seems to be going in the wrong direction style wise. Ugly lights, ugly fender louvres, and a wierd looking side profile. Kind of dissappointing as Acura and BMW's new models seem to be getting uglier IMO too. Bummer.
Posted by Gary | March 5, 2008 9:51 AM
Posted on March 5, 2008 09:51
Everyones going to have fender louvres soon its the spoiler of the new generation, its in a class of speed holes that where taken from downed ufo's around groom lake in nevada, i think it helps by letting the engine bay have more places potential smoke will be able to excape in the case of a fire???
Posted by dennisil | March 5, 2008 10:06 AM
Posted on March 5, 2008 10:06
I'm happy to see Nissan has finally developed a new transmission and engine. They've had their rwd 5 speed for like 5+ years, while the competition has been moving to 6,7 or 8. The 4.5 liter v8, in some iteration, has been around for 19 years (Q45 had 278hp and LSD in 1989!).
Posted by Cheap Car Lover | March 5, 2008 1:07 PM
Posted on March 5, 2008 13:07
looks like a clown shoe with dual exhaust
Posted by Josh | March 5, 2008 1:30 PM
Posted on March 5, 2008 13:30
Put that 5.0L v8 into a 350Z(500z?) and sell it for less than 35k and they would have one hell of a car. im with most people on hating the fender vents. they are the spinners/tailfins of this car generation. sad. and the cars driving around with the fake vent stickers sadden me.
Posted by Kahless | March 5, 2008 1:45 PM
Posted on March 5, 2008 13:45
I like it, I can't help to think it could've looked better, but then again I always compare everything to an DB9, so maybe thats the problem.
Posted by Allen | March 5, 2008 3:06 PM
Posted on March 5, 2008 15:06
Boy am I glad I didn't trade in my 06 G35x for an 08 this past weekend... If the 09 comes with a 7-speed and the 3.7L V6 (like this almost certainly will) then the hit on my trade-in value will definitely be worth it.
Posted by Jason Litka | March 5, 2008 5:42 PM
Posted on March 5, 2008 17:42
the front fenders are straight off the hyundai Talus.
Posted by Patrick | March 5, 2008 7:31 PM
Posted on March 5, 2008 19:31
It was ugly before .. even uglier now. This one takes first place ahead of Hyundai Versacruz.
Posted by Silverarrow | March 5, 2008 9:49 PM
Posted on March 5, 2008 21:49
As an owner of the current generation FX, I have to say, I love this car.
Loved the new 7 speed trans, loved the power, love the 21", and most of all, loved the new interior.
Sadly I'm still paying for my FX, it has only 6 months. Maybe I should go ahead and use my equity in it, but I'm afraid I'm gonna lose to much money.
@Patrick: shame on Hyundai to copy the Infiniti style!
I'm glad Infiniti remain with the "catamara style" front fenders. IMHO this makes the FX and even the G and the M pretty unique. It's good to see that they are just updating the winning style, and not making a complete changeover.
Posted by Sphere | March 6, 2008 10:26 AM
Posted on March 6, 2008 10:26