How Does It Stack Up?
Draw comparisons to the M or AMG bunch, and this Infiniti does not. It is a tad coarse compared with even a BMW 335i coupe or Audi S5. The VQ-series engine isn’t as smooth as a Bimmer’s, and the Infiniti’s shifter requires more effort than the 335i’s or S5’s. But the IPL’s quick, fluid, and responsive steering rivals both for feel. Parlay that with solid grip (0.93 g) and a taut chassis, and the IPL makes a great two-up long-distance GT car preferring to take the roads less traveled.
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Suggested upshift speeds
The following are suggested vehicle speeds for shifting into a higher gear.
These suggestions relate to fuel economy and vehicle performance. Actual upshift speeds will vary according to road conditi ...
Dimensions
*1: Sedan/Two-Wheel Drive (2WD)/17-in tire models*2: Sedan/Two-Wheel Drive (2WD)/18-in tire models (FR: 225/50R18,
RR:245/45R18)*3: Sedan/Two-Wheel Drive (2WD)/18-in tire models (FR, RR: 225/50R18 ...
Power & Handling
My test car was the base FX model, the FX35, which means it has a
303-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6. The FX50 has a V-8 engine that's, you guessed it,
5.0 liters, producing 390 hp. Costing nearly $14, ...