2009 Infiniti FX35 Overview
Introduction

Infiniti has completely redesigned the FX35 for 2009. With a stylish ‘Supernatural Cheetah’ design paradigm, the new FX is a sport utility vehicle with a strong emphasis on ’sport’.

Available in FWD or AWD, the 3.5-liter V6 has had it’s output increased to 303-hp. All that power is sent through a new electronically controlled 7-speed automatic transmission that features a manual shift mode and downshift rev-matching. The FX35 features luxury such as power heated leather front seats, moonroof, 18-inch alloy wheels, and dual-zone automatic climate control. The 300-watt, audio system uses 11 speakers and digital audio conversion to provide an excellent listening experience. It’s also a safe vehicle with standard anti-lock brakes, traction control, stability control, and airbags that include curtain airbags for both rows of seats.

For 2009, the Infiniti M35 receives a new, advanced DOHC 3.5-liter V6 rated at 303 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque – an increase of 28 horsepower over the previous 3.5-liter V6. The engine includes aluminum-alloy block and heads and electronically controlled “drive-by-wire” throttle system. Fuel economy improves to 17 mpg City/25 mpg Highway (from 16/23 mpg City/Highway) despite the increase in horsepower.

Two transmissions are offered with the V6 engine – a 5-speed automatic transmission with the all-wheel drive M35x and a new 7-speed automatic with the rear-wheel drive M35. Both transmissions feature a manual shift mode, Downshift Rev Matching and Drive Sport (DS) mode.
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