New Car Review of the 2006 Infiniti M45 Mid-Size Luxury Sedan
Base MSRP Range: $46,950 - $49,750
Base Invoice Range: $43,138 - $45,705
MSRP As Tested: $67,790
Versions: M45, M45 Sport.
Vehicle Category: Mid-Size Luxury Sedan
Engine Location: Front Engine
Drive Wheels: Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive.
Standard Engine: 3.5-liter, Dual Overhead Cam, 18-valves, V-6, 280 - horsepower at 6200 rpm and 270 lb-ft torque at 4800 rpm.
Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 18/25.
Optional Engine: 4.5-liter, Dual Overhead Cam, 24-valves, V-8, 355 - horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 430 lb-ft torque at 4,000 rpm.
Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 17/23.
Transmission: Five-speed manual.
Standard Safety Features: Dual front airbags, Front side airbags, Curtain side airbags, Front-seat active head restraints, "> Antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, Brake assist, Antiskid system, Tire-pressure monitor, Emergency inside trunk release.
Competition: Cadillac CTS, Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
Review to follow.
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Where Built: Japan
Major Options: Premium Package with XM Satellite Radio, navigation system and DVD player ($10,500), 18-inch chrome wheels ($1,000).
Seating: 5.
Number of Rows: 2.
Length in Inches: 192.6
Warranties: 4 years/60,000 miles bumper to bumper, 6/70,000 Extended powertrain, 7 years/unlimited miles corrosion protection, 4 years/unlimited miles Roadside assistance.
Weight in Pounds: 3,832 lbs.
Cargo Capacity in Pounds: Not available.
Gross Maximum Vehicle Weight in Pounds: Not available.
Towing Capacity in Pounds: Not Available.
Gas Tank Capacity in Gallons: 20.0
Destination Charge: $610
