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All-new models deliver power and sophistication.
2006 M45 Review Summary & Specifications
The all-new 2006 Infiniti M models offer plenty of luxury touches to appeal to luxury buyers. They also offer enough performance to appeal to buyers of sports sedans. Additionally there are plenty of user-friendly hi-tech touches to appeal to techie buyers. We like the value offered by the Infiniti M35 with the Journey Package and navigation system.New Car Test Drive correspondent John Rettie is based in Santa Barbara, California.
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| Vehicle Category | Luxury Cars |
| Editor | John Rettie |
| Model Lineup | Infiniti M35 ($39,900); M35X AWD ($42,400); M35 Sport ($42,700); M45 ($46,750); M45 Sport ($49,550) |
| Engines (standard) | 3.5-liter dohc 24-valve V6 |
| Engines (optional) | 280-hp 3.5-liter V6; 335-hp 4.5-liter V8 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 5-speed automatic |
| Transmissions (optional) | 5-speed automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) electronic stability control; traction control; ABS; EBD; advanced airbag system; dual-stage front airbags, side-impact airbags, front and rear side curtain airbags; tire pressure monitor system |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | pre-crash seat belts; lane departure warning system; preview braking |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years/60,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Tochigi, Japan |
| Manufacturer Phone | 800-647-7261 |
| Manufacturer URL | www.infiniti.com/M |
| Base Price MSRP | 39900 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Infiniti M35 Sport ($42,700) |
| Standard Equipment | Intelligent Key with push button ignition, Infiniti Voice Recognition, automatic dual-zone air conditioning with outside temperature display, air filtration system, remote keyless entry, xenon high-intensity discharge headlamps, analog clock, power sunroof, AM/FM/cassette sound system with MP3 and in-dash 6-disc CD changer, 10-way power driver's seat, climate controlled front seats, aluminum trim, Bluetooth technology, Vehicle Information System with 7-inch LCD screen tire pressure monitor, power windows with express up/down, leather-wrapped steering wheel with wood trim and audio controls, dual power heated mirrors with memory and automatic reverse tilt, temporary spare tire, rear active steering, 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Destination Charge | 610 |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | Journey Package (Sport) including upgraded Bose sound system, HomeLink, RearView video monitor, front pre-crash seatbelts, compass ($1,700); Navigation system ($2000) |
| Gas Guzzler Tax | |
| Price as Tested | 47010 |
| Layout | rear-wheel drive |
| Horse Power | 280 @ 6200 |
| Torque | 270 @ 4800 |
| Fuel Economy | 18/25 |
| Wheelbase | 114.2 |
| Length/Width/Height | 192.6/70.8/59.5 |
| Track Front/Rear | |
| Turning Radius | 36.7 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 39.6/55.1/44.2 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 37.8/53.9/37.3 |
| Trunk Volume | 14.9 |
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| Towing Capacity | |
| Front Suspension | independent, double wishbone with stabilizer and coil springs |
| Rear Suspension | independent, multi-link with stabilizer and coil springs |
| Ground Clearance | 5.3 |
| Curb Weight | 3880 |
| Stock Tires | 245/40R19 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | disc/disc with ABS, EBD, brake assist |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 |
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