Infiniti: QX70 News **Discontinued (page 11)**
03-05-2008, 05:29 PM
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All right, mean looking it is, muscular it is, athletic it is, beautiful IT IS NOT!!! People need to find the appropriate words to describe things.
Utility wise, this can't compare to MDX. Let's see how this handles. The V8 definitely competes with X5; maybe X6.
Before people get carried away, what's special about the interior? It's just like any other Infiniti we've seen before. I still don't like the vertical vents. And it's about time they get rid of that clock.
Utility wise, this can't compare to MDX. Let's see how this handles. The V8 definitely competes with X5; maybe X6.
Before people get carried away, what's special about the interior? It's just like any other Infiniti we've seen before. I still don't like the vertical vents. And it's about time they get rid of that clock.
03-05-2008, 05:52 PM
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Originally Posted by TMQ
All right, mean looking it is, muscular it is, athletic it is, beautiful IT IS NOT!!! People need to find the appropriate words to describe things.
Utility wise, this can't compare to MDX. Let's see how this handles. The V8 definitely competes with X5; maybe X6.
Before people get carried away, what's special about the interior? It's just like any other Infiniti we've seen before. I still don't like the vertical vents. And it's about time they get rid of that clock.
Utility wise, this can't compare to MDX. Let's see how this handles. The V8 definitely competes with X5; maybe X6.
Before people get carried away, what's special about the interior? It's just like any other Infiniti we've seen before. I still don't like the vertical vents. And it's about time they get rid of that clock.
I saw the new CTS and it also has an analog clock.
03-05-2008, 06:37 PM
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Originally Posted by TMQ
All right, mean looking it is, muscular it is, athletic it is, beautiful IT IS NOT!!! People need to find the appropriate words to describe things.
Anyway, the interior of the new FX follow the same layout of the new EX and G. It's done nicely and communicates the luxury feeling very well.
03-05-2008, 06:58 PM
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The analog clock is a nice signature touch of Infiniti's why would they get rid of it? I personally love the fact that they have the analog clock in there, it looks pimp
03-05-2008, 08:51 PM
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Originally Posted by TMQ
All right, mean looking it is, muscular it is, athletic it is, beautiful IT IS NOT!!! People need to find the appropriate words to describe things.
Utility wise, this can't compare to MDX. Let's see how this handles. The V8 definitely competes with X5; maybe X6.
Before people get carried away, what's special about the interior? It's just like any other Infiniti we've seen before. I still don't like the vertical vents. And it's about time they get rid of that clock.
Utility wise, this can't compare to MDX. Let's see how this handles. The V8 definitely competes with X5; maybe X6.
Before people get carried away, what's special about the interior? It's just like any other Infiniti we've seen before. I still don't like the vertical vents. And it's about time they get rid of that clock.
Personally I don't think it's "beautiful" and is a far cry from "ugly" (unlike the new RL grille) but it has kept its character rather than trying to redefine itself or push itself off as something else and being all things to all people, which in this segment is unnecessary and would water down the design.
03-05-2008, 09:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Mokos23
They can't get rid of that clock because I think it's been the signature trademark of Infiniti since they started in 1989
03-05-2008, 09:37 PM
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Originally Posted by mrdeeno
What is the point of comparing a grille on a production model to a 2 concept models?
The FX is here, and real, and we can but it. From all accounts from both Buick and Hyundai, the other two are "design excersizes" there one-offs, not production models on the street.
03-05-2008, 09:42 PM
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They actually dropped it somewhere in the late 90s and then put it back. I wonder why.
If Honda were smart, the next gen RL better be exponentially better than the current version, and call it the Legend. I don't care if the rest of the lineup remains alphanumeric, either.
03-06-2008, 04:23 AM
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Originally Posted by phile
Because people identified it as an Infiniti trademark...although I don't know why, Lincolns have had the analog clocks. But at least they saw an opportunity and jumped right on it.
If Honda were smart, the next gen RL better be exponentially better than the current version, and call it the Legend. I don't care if the rest of the lineup remains alphanumeric, either.
If Honda were smart, the next gen RL better be exponentially better than the current version, and call it the Legend. I don't care if the rest of the lineup remains alphanumeric, either.
03-06-2008, 01:04 PM
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Originally Posted by titan
Precisely the point I was making... you beat me to it. The FX is here, and real, and we can but it. From all accounts from both Buick and Hyundai, the other two are "design excersizes" there one-offs, not production models on the street.
The FX is here, and real, and we can but it. From all accounts from both Buick and Hyundai, the other two are "design excersizes" there one-offs, not production models on the street.
03-06-2008, 01:05 PM
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Originally Posted by phile
If Honda were smart, the next gen RL better be exponentially better than the current version, and call it the Legend. I don't care if the rest of the lineup remains alphanumeric, either.
03-06-2008, 09:45 PM
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Honda is doing it overseas. I saw 2 Honda Legends in Peru on January, same car as the RL.
03-06-2008, 10:00 PM
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Originally Posted by zamo
Time to stop reading too much Autoblog. I see the pics of both production and concept under the same RSS feed
03-06-2008, 11:08 PM
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Originally Posted by phile
You're joking, right?
Not joking at all.
http://www.honda.com.pe/productos/co...&pEstatica=650
03-07-2008, 06:42 AM
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Originally Posted by zamo
No red text, so I am assuming this is not sarcasm.
Not joking at all.
http://www.honda.com.pe/productos/co...&pEstatica=650
Not joking at all.
http://www.honda.com.pe/productos/co...&pEstatica=650
03-08-2008, 09:02 PM
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Originally Posted by r0dxx
This is my next car. FX35.
I will post pics in a year, when I get it
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And about the RL...I saw one yesterday, and I swore it looked like a Corolla next to me. What a joke.
I will post pics in a year, when I get it
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And about the RL...I saw one yesterday, and I swore it looked like a Corolla next to me. What a joke.
03-11-2008, 02:19 AM
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Originally Posted by titan
That's how I feel about the '10 M. Except I'm expecting it to be called the M37 by then.
03-11-2008, 08:01 AM
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Originally Posted by r0dxx
Is there pics of this out yet? Haha, I'm hoping in a year I will be able to afford a 37k+ suv, or atleast be able to afford the lease payments!
03-12-2008, 10:12 AM
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I think the 09 looks great, just looks more aggressive and the exterior actually has some shape now vs. the previous model's egg like appearance. Makes it look rather dated at this point.
The interior is a major improvement.
The interior is a major improvement.
03-12-2008, 10:46 AM
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I think the 09 looks great, just looks more aggressive and the exterior actually has some shape now vs. the previous model's egg like appearance. Makes it look rather dated at this point.
The interior is a major improvement.
The interior is a major improvement.
03-12-2008, 12:07 PM
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Originally Posted by cmark
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don't worry man, the current gen still looks good - he's just a hater
don't worry man, the current gen still looks good - he's just a hater
That doesn't mean it suddenly doesn't look good.
03-13-2008, 02:31 PM
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Sweet... my current fx lease is up in november, looks like i am getting another one.
My only complaint (other than the gas mileage) was the interior. Looks ok now but i am sick of the orange, the new interior is sick.
Every angle looks better except the front to me. Still love my exhaust note and wheels, infiniti is right on track.
My only complaint (other than the gas mileage) was the interior. Looks ok now but i am sick of the orange, the new interior is sick.
Every angle looks better except the front to me. Still love my exhaust note and wheels, infiniti is right on track.
03-13-2008, 02:35 PM
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^ interior is awesome. I also didn't notice the wave design in the grille until I looked at more pics online. This is one exterior design I don't like and don't anticipate that to change when I see it in person.
03-13-2008, 03:18 PM
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i apologize if this has already been explained or if it's 
but why are they using the 3.5 instead of the 3.7?
and don't be sad, is300eater. the current FX is still one of the meanest looking cars on the road.
but why are they using the 3.5 instead of the 3.7?
and don't be sad, is300eater. the current FX is still one of the meanest looking cars on the road.
03-14-2008, 11:32 AM
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i think the 3.7 is a high revving engine
Which would probably be fine in the g but not as appropriate in an suv/cuv
I would like to see it, but i am sure the fx is set up for a different torque curve being a porker and all. (compared to the g)
Which would probably be fine in the g but not as appropriate in an suv/cuv
I would like to see it, but i am sure the fx is set up for a different torque curve being a porker and all. (compared to the g)
03-14-2008, 11:52 AM
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and don't be sad, is300eater. the current FX is still one of the meanest looking cars on the road.
I can't wait, next week I'm buying some 22s off a guy from the FX forum... he's parting out all his mods cuz he's gettin' something else... (they're 3pc forged!)
but as far as the question regarding why 3.5 instead of 3.7? I dunno... I hate it when car companies pull that shit... It's like BMW going from 330 to 335 after a couple years (if I remember right)
03-14-2008, 12:19 PM
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Originally Posted by JediMindTricks
i thought the 335 would have a 3.5 engine. 
But then again BMW has kinda been funky with their engines for a while now ... the x28 designation hasn't really meant you get a 2.8L either. Some years it's a 2.5L others (like now) it's a 3.0L
03-14-2008, 06:58 PM
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Originally Posted by JediMindTricks
but why are they using the 3.5 instead of the 3.7?
We should know something for sure before August.
03-22-2008, 12:51 AM
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Infiniti reveals all-new FX 35
03-22-2008, 12:51 AM
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From Leftlanenews...
Infiniti has released the goods on its V6-powered FX crossover vehicle, and it won't be the FX 37 as previously speculated. Instead, Infiniti will soldier on with the FX 35, complimenting the V8-powered FX 50. That means that the FX 35 will use the same 3.5L V6 found under the hood of the G35.
But in FX guise, the VQ35HR powerplant will make slightly less power than the sedan — 303 instead of the sedan 306 horsepower. The FX 35 will use a new seven-speed automatic transmission that features manual shift mode, Adaptive Shift Control and Downshift Rev Matching. Solid magnesium paddle shifters will be optional.
As with the previous model, the new FX 35 will be available in two and all-wheel drive, which Infiniti calls ATTESA E-TS — short for Advanced Total Traction Engineering System for All Electronic Torque Split.
The FX 35 should also retain its sporty nature, thanks to a fully independent sports-tuned suspension and a near perfect 52/48 weight distribution.
Look for the all-new FX 35 to roll into dealer showrooms this June.
But in FX guise, the VQ35HR powerplant will make slightly less power than the sedan — 303 instead of the sedan 306 horsepower. The FX 35 will use a new seven-speed automatic transmission that features manual shift mode, Adaptive Shift Control and Downshift Rev Matching. Solid magnesium paddle shifters will be optional.
As with the previous model, the new FX 35 will be available in two and all-wheel drive, which Infiniti calls ATTESA E-TS — short for Advanced Total Traction Engineering System for All Electronic Torque Split.
The FX 35 should also retain its sporty nature, thanks to a fully independent sports-tuned suspension and a near perfect 52/48 weight distribution.
Look for the all-new FX 35 to roll into dealer showrooms this June.
03-24-2008, 08:44 AM
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Originally Posted by Yumchah
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June is coming up fast!!!
# Refined 4-wheel independent suspension with front double-wishbone and rear multi-link designs, extensive use of lightweight aluminum components, lightweight compact steel rear subframe
# Dual Flow Path™ shock absorbers with rebound springs
# Available Continuous Damping Control (CDC)® with driver-selectable "Auto" and "Sport" settings (FX50 Sport Package)
# Large diameter front and rear stabilizer bars
# Power-assisted twin-orifice vehicle-speed-sensitive rack-and-pinion steering
I hope this gives it a bit better ride over the bumps, which I think is the only thing it needs aside from the interior already being redone. The 18's crash hard over any bumps, and test driving the 20's made my jaw shake.
The price of the right look outside I suppose.