The all-new 2003 INFINITI FX45 combines aggressive styling, outstanding performance and handling and luxury car comfort and amenities into a truly breakthrough design. An SUV with the essence of a sports car, the FX45 was conceived on the theme of a "Bionic Cheetah," utilizing advanced technology to create one of the best performing premium crossover SUVs ever imagined.
The all-wheel drive FX45 is powered by a 315-horsepower 4.5-liter V8 (based on the class-leading 2002 INFINITI Q45 powerplant) and features standard 20-inch wheels and tires, leather seating and a sport-tuned 4-wheel independent suspension. Also offered is a 280-horsepower 3.5-liter V6-equipped version, the FX35, in all-wheel drive. The FX35 V6 is shared with the award-winning INFINITI G35 sport coupe and sport sedan. All FX45 and FX35 models utilize a modified version of the advanced FM (Front Mid-ship) platform enhanced for SUV duties. A similar, less modified version of this platform is also found in the G35 sport coupe and sport sedan.
Inside, the FX45 provides a highly personalized interior environment with cockpit-like styling, sports seats and extensive use of real aluminum trim accents. Other available equipment includes a DVD-based INFINITI Navigation System, rear seat DVD Mobile Entertainment System with wireless headphones and remote control, RearView Monitor, Intelligent Key, Tire Pressure Monitor System and Intelligent Cruise Control. The FX45 went on sale in Canada at INFINITI dealerships beginning in February 2003.
Body
- All-new, aggressive exterior styling with a 2850 mm (112.2-inch) long wheelbase, wide track and aggressive stance, long hoodline and INFINITI signature grille
- Sleek roof with unique pillar design and tail with "taut canopy" design, "in-motion" headlights and taillights, dual split tailpipes with chrome finishers
- Lightweight cargo door with electromagnetic opener switch and automatic back door closure assist system
Engine and Driveline
- 32-valve 4.5-liter DOHC V8 producing 315 horsepower and 329 lb-ft of torque (FX45) or 24-valve 3.5-liter DOHC V6 producing 280 horsepower and 270 lb-ft of torque (FX35)
- 5-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission with manual shift mode
- Front engine/all-wheel drive (FX45/FX35)
- Enhanced FM (Front Mid-ship) platform
- ATTESA™ E-TS AWD system (Advanced Total Traction Engineering System for All Electronic Torque Split)
Suspension, Steering and Braking
- Refined 4-wheel independent suspension with front strut and rear multi-link design, extensive use of lightweight aluminum components, front upper link and rear subframe
- Large diameter front and rear (AWD only) stabilizer bars
- Engine speed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion steering
- Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) with Traction Control System (TCS)
- 4-wheel power-assisted vented disc brakes, 4-wheel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Preview braking (available with Intelligent Cruise Control - I.C.C.)
- 20-inch 8-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels with 265/50R20 all-season tires (FX45, available on FX35)
- 18-inch 7-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels with 265/60R18 all-season tires (FX35)
- Available Tire Pressure Monitor System
Interior Features
- Fusion of warm and cool surfaces with cockpit-like styling, sports-style seats and sports car-like controls and steering wheel
- Personalized Zone Concept with the creation of three distinct zones: driver, front and rear passengers
- Extensive use of real aluminum trim on center console, shifter area, steering wheel spokes and doors
- Superior ingress and egress with easy-to-slide-in seat height
- 8-way power driver's seat, 4-way power passenger's seat, reclining rear seats
- Remote flip-down 60/40-split fold-down rear seats, large rear cargo area with underfloor storage
- Large information monitor (6.3 inches, 7.0 inches with DVD navigation system)
- Dual sliding armrests for driver and passenger, large console, rear center armrest tray and storage
- 300-watt Bose® audio system with 11 speakers, 6-CD in-dash autochanger
- Available Intelligent Key with keyless entry and engine start
- Available Intelligent Cruise Control
- Available Rear-view Monitor
- Dual-zone front climate controls, rear air conditioning vents located in the B-pillars
- Signature INFINITI analog clock
Safety and Security
- 4-wheel power-assisted vented disc brakes, 4-wheel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA)
- Dual-stage front supplemental air bags with seat belt sensors
- Front seat supplemental air bags, roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags for front and rear seat occupant head protection
- 3-point ALR/ELR seat belts (driver’s seat ELR only)
- Front seat belt adjustable upper anchors with pretensioners and load limiters
- Zone Body construction with energy-dispersing side structure, front and rear crumple zones
- LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) child seat anchorage system
- Vehicle Security System with INFINITI Immobilizer
Models and Manufacturing
- Available in two models: FX45 and FX35 AWD
- Exterior and interior designed at Nissan Technical Center (NTC) in Atsugi, Japan
- Assembled by Nissan Shatai Co., Ltd. in Kanagawa, Japan
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