2009 Infiniti FX37 and FX50
10-31-07, 11:46 AM
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Indeed 
It's great to see Infiniti offer this kind of power in a vehicle under 100k. And I agree, I'm sure we'll be seeing this 390hp 5.0L show up in several Infiniti products over the next couple of years (the M, FX, next generation Q, and possibly the G sedan). Infiniti is definitely stepping up their game big time and they seem to want to take more chances with their line rather than play it conservative.
I didn't see this posted here, but I read on another board that Infiniti has trademarked the names M30d, G30d, FX30d, & EX30d. It seems they will be offering diesel engines in their lineup as well very soon. And with the news of them working on their hybrids, it should be very interesting to see what else they have to offer in the next couple of years.
It's great to see Infiniti offer this kind of power in a vehicle under 100k. And I agree, I'm sure we'll be seeing this 390hp 5.0L show up in several Infiniti products over the next couple of years (the M, FX, next generation Q, and possibly the G sedan). Infiniti is definitely stepping up their game big time and they seem to want to take more chances with their line rather than play it conservative.
I didn't see this posted here, but I read on another board that Infiniti has trademarked the names M30d, G30d, FX30d, & EX30d. It seems they will be offering diesel engines in their lineup as well very soon. And with the news of them working on their hybrids, it should be very interesting to see what else they have to offer in the next couple of years.
As for the 5.0 V-8, its a natural progession. The cars/SUVs had class leading or near class leading HP 5 years ago and the competition brought out their new engines.
390hp would be tops in pretty much every class for a non limited production car. I say that because the IS-F has a 5.0 V-8 making 416hp currently.
Yes but it is simply a gem and a brilliant engine, making tons of power and it is in so many different products. Its the reason everyone now has a 3.5 or bigger V-6.
10-31-07, 12:18 PM
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So what exactly are you trying to say here? The VQ has been around for 13 years. One of the best v6s ever created
10-31-07, 07:50 PM
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I guess an M50 can't be far behind. 
10-31-07, 08:16 PM
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Seeing as how the M45 has a tad bit more power (5hp/1ftlb) over the FX45, the M50 may get the same dose of power boost. This could translate to 395hp for the M50, or maybe Infiniti will go ***** out for another 10hp (400hp ) just to get to the next level.
As far as power is concern, the M50 will be leaps and bounds ahead of the 'new' GS460.
As far as power is concern, the M50 will be leaps and bounds ahead of the 'new' GS460.
10-31-07, 08:30 PM
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10-31-07, 08:38 PM
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Seeing as how the M45 has a tad bit more power (5hp/1ftlb) over the FX45, the M50 may get the same dose of power boost. This could translate to 395hp for the M50, or maybe Infiniti will go ***** out for another 10hp (400hp ) just to get to the next level.
As far as power is concern, the M50 will be leaps and bounds ahead of the 'new' GS460.
As far as power is concern, the M50 will be leaps and bounds ahead of the 'new' GS460.
With the next FX confirmed to be built with lighter materials and to stay around the same size as the current coupled with this engine, were talking about Cayenne Turbo territory.
10-31-07, 09:12 PM
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I think they actually started this war, or re-kindled it at least a few years ago. They're just going to push it some more... I cant wait to see a G50 though, that would be awesome. I think they'd do well to offer both a G50 and G37 though.
10-31-07, 10:50 PM
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Seeing as how the M45 has a tad bit more power (5hp/1ftlb) over the FX45, the M50 may get the same dose of power boost. This could translate to 395hp for the M50, or maybe Infiniti will go ***** out for another 10hp (400hp ) just to get to the next level.
As far as power is concern, the M50 will be leaps and bounds ahead of the 'new' GS460.
As far as power is concern, the M50 will be leaps and bounds ahead of the 'new' GS460.
) putting out 390hp, will crush the GS460 in performance (not like it wasn't doing that already in practically every single comparo since 2005).
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11-01-07, 06:13 AM
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Conclusion: 18 years of bulletproof trannies vs a few ES 350s having issues.
What 4 Lexus have you owned with issues and do you have pics?
This is another example of you spouting off Lexus hate as it is obvious the Lexus 6 speed AT has no issues outside a few ES 350s.
