Gojirra99

Like everything about the new M45 except the tail lights. The interior is particularly attractive. I think this Infiniti will make an impact in its segment.

Captain Bone

I give it a HUGE Thumbs up besides the rear tail lights.

Excellent job so far by Infiniti on the M

-Anthony

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Another Profile shot! Really does it justice!

BrickHead

Specs and information on the M45

Body
· Sporty, luxurious design
· Expressive, jewel-like grille and crystal-look headlight cluster
· Stable posture with long wheelbase (114.2 inches), wide tread and short overhangs
· Low, aggressive hoodline and anchored shoulders provides a sporty, powerful silhouette
· All-steel unibody with very high level of torsional rigidity


Engine and Driveline
· 32-valve 4.5-liter DOHC V8 producing 340 horsepower
· Modular cylinder head design, lightweight pistons, titanium valves, continuously variable valve timing, variable length induction system
· 5-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission with manual shift mode
· Enhanced, “next generation” FM (Front Mid-ship) platform


Suspension, Steering and Braking
· Double-wishbone independent front suspension
· Multi-link independent rear suspension with active rear control
· Enhanced braking system with 4-wheel disc brakes, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Brake Assist (BA), Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD)
· Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
· Enhanced power-assisted steering system with sport ratio
· 19-inch wheels and high-performance tires


Interior Features
· Inviting interior feel with use of etched aluminum and leather appointments
· Large cabin space, able to fit five adult passengers comfortably
· Leather-appointed, climate controlled seats
· Contemporary instrument panel
· Advanced “Solar Eclipse” instrument lighting system
· Surround audio system with 14 speakers, 5.1-channel decoding with two personal speakers mounted in each front seat
· Infiniti Intelligent Key system and push-button start system
· Infiniti Navigation System with a new user interface with voice-activated destination entry
· Bluetooth wireless connectivity
· RearView monitor with a wide lens view
· Intelligent Cruise Control


Safety and Security
· Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system with cancel switch, which alerts driver of unintended lane departure
· Zone Body platform design, with front and rear crumple zones
· Advanced Air Bag System (AABS) with dual-stage front supplemental air bags and roof-mounted side-impact curtain air bags
· Brake-operated pre-crash front seat belts


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Infiniti M45 Concept


Key Dimensions and Specifications


Engine 4.5-liter DOHC V8
340 horsepower

Transmission 5-speed electronically controlled automatic with manual shift mode

Frame Enhanced, “next generation” FM (Front Mid-ship) platform


Drive configuration Front engine/rear-wheel drive
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)


Suspension Double-wishbone independent front suspension
Multi-link independent rear suspension with active rear control

Steering Power-assisted rack-and-pinion with sport ratio


Brakes 4-wheel disc with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA)


Wheels/Tires 19-inch wheels and tires


Wheelbase 114.2 inches


Length 192.1 inches


Width 71.6 inches


Height 59.1 inches


Select Exterior Features The M45 Concept optimizes both luxury and sport styling to create a dynamic visual appeal. The exterior design features a low, aggressive hoodline, which flows into the anchored shoulders and contributes to the sporty, powerful silhouette.



Select Interior Features Inviting interior with etched aluminum and leather appointments
Leather-appointed, climate controlled seats
Premium audio system with 14 speakers with two personal speakers mounted in each front seat
Infiniti Intelligent Key system with push button start
Bluetooth wireless connectivity
Voice recognition
Infiniti Navigation system with a new user interface featuring
voice activated destination entry


Safety Zone Body construction with front and rear crumple zones Advanced Air Bag System (AABS) (includes dual-stage front supplemental air bags and roof-mounted side-impact curtain air bags)
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system with cancel switch, which alerts driver of unintended lane departure
Brake-operated pre-crash front seat belts

BrickHead

I was hoping to see a 6-speed auto.

Gojirra99

I like the concept Fuga I posted here better though. They changed the headlights a little, and the front end now looks less aggressive & distinct .

BrickHead

more 2005 Q45 pics

BrickHead

I agree. It almost looks like an enlarged G35 IMO. Maybe the original wheels on Fuga would help.

KVA

I like it...the pics look great...and the new higher-end Infiniti interiors are actually very nice versus the G35, et al...though it will probably be priced in the mid/high 40's.

LVgs400

I really like that interior! It looks great! I just don't like that control stick in the position it is in... Should be closer to the driver's right hand on the console or something... From the back it looks like a Mitsubishi Diamante...

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Daaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaamn! That Q's interior is "OFF THE CHARTS!"

JSnake916

The current M45 is one of my favorites right now. The new one looks even better!

LexFather

Looks good inside and out. Will it sway me from the new GS? If they make a manual with the V-8 yes. Otherwise, I see no reason to purchase this over the new GS. Seems the ugly G35 tails are the new company trademark. I just can't see myself dropping 50 large or more on an Infiniti. Maybe in 10 years when I can overlook their first 13 years of failures.

If I buy an M anything, it will be an M3 or M5, not a M45.

That saddle in the Q45 looks very similar to the saddle in the SC 430 or GS 300 sportdesign.

In conclusion, a great step above the current M45 and this helps keep Infiniti on their bounce back.

LexFather

I am interested to know what Manaray thinks of this GS vs M35/45 thing and what he thinks of the new M45.
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Technics

I like the M45, they departed from the Fuga concept slighty but overall it's a good looking ride.

No manual transmission option? I'd love to see a 6spd in there...........