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2005 Infiniti QX56 Review Summary

Read this professional review summery and road test of the used 2005 Infiniti QX56 with a complete test drive evaluation in all driving situations including an overview of the SUV's specifications, 18 hwy / 13 city fuel economy, safety features and more.

2005 QX56 Review Summary & Specs

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2005 QX56 Review Summary & Specifications

The Infiniti QX56 raises the bar in dimensions and styling, outside and inside, and in power and drivetrain. It offers exceptionally good off-road capability in its class. It's surprisingly responsive and surefooted on freeways and backroads.

New Car Test Drive correspondent Tom Lankard is based in Northern California.

2005 Infiniti QX56 Specs
Vehicle CategorySport Utility Vehicles
EditorTom Lankard
Model LineupInfiniti QX56 2WD ($47,750); AWD ($50,750)
Engines (standard)5.6-liter dohc 32-valve V8
Engines (optional)315-horsepower 5.6-liter 32-valve V8
Transmissions (standard)5-speed automatic
Transmissions (optional)5-speed automatic
Safety Equipment (standard)dual-stage frontal airbags; front seat-mounted side-impact airbags; side curtain airbags for side-impact and rollover protection on all three rows of seats; 3-point seatbelts in all seating positions; child seat anchors for middle and rear seats; antilock brakes with Electronic Brake-force Distribution and Brake Assist; Vehicle Dynamic Control with Active Brake Limited-Slip; tire pressure monitor system; rear-view video monitor and reverse-gear, sonar-based proximity warning system
Safety Equipment (optional)all-wheel drive
Basic Warranty4 years/60,000 miles
Assembled InCanton, Mississippi
Manufacturer Phone1-877-647-7264
Manufacturer URLwww.infiniti.com
Base Price MSRP47750


2005 Infiniti QX56 Specs as Tested
Model Tested MSRPInfiniti QX56 AWD ($50,750)
Standard Equipmentdual-zone automatic climate control; dual-control rear air conditioning; 10-way power adjustable driver seat and 8-way power adjustable front passenger seat; memory settings for driver seat, outside mirrors and pedals; DVD-based navigation system; heated front seats and middle-row seats; four auxiliary power points; programmable 3-frequency remote opener; 10-speaker AM/FM/6CD stereo
Destination Charge680
Options as Tested (MSRP)DVD entertainment system ($1,600); two-way power sunroof ($1,200); intelligent cruise control ($800)
Gas Guzzler Tax
Price as Tested55030
Layoutall-wheel drive
Horse Power315 @ 4900
Torque390 @ 3600
Fuel Economy13/18
Wheelbase123.2
Length/Width/Height206.9/78.8/78.7
Track Front/Rear
Turning Radius41
Seating Capacity7
Front Head/Hip/Leg room39.761.3/41.8
Middle Head/Hip/Leg room40.0/60.1/41.9
Rear Head/Hip/Leg room35.9/48.8/32.2
Trunk Volume61.2
Payload
Towing Capacity8900
Front Suspensionindependent, double wishbone, coil spring, stabilizer bar
Rear Suspensionindependent, double wishbone, coil spring, stabilizer bar, automatic air load leveling
Ground Clearance10.7
Curb Weight5631
Stock TiresP265/70R18
Brakes Front/Reardisc/disc with ABS, EBD and Brake Assist
Fuel Capacity28
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