2005 Infiniti FX45 Test Drive

Infinit Puts the Sport in Sport Utility Vehicle

The fastest SUV for the money -- and one that also handles like a sports car.

Specs

Color Options: Laser red, beryllium 16 (dark copper), sand, black obsidian, brilliant silver, ivory pearl, liquid copper, diamond graphite

Suspension Type: Front: independent, strut with high-strength steel lower link, shock stabilizer bar. Rear: independent, multi-link with forged-aluminum upper link, coil springs, outboard shock absorbers, stabilizer bar

Acceleration: 0-60 mph in 6.3 seconds

Engine Type: 32-valve V8; 4.5-liter

Horsepower: 315 hp @6,400 rpm

Torque: 329 foot-pounds @ 4,000 rpm

EPA Mileage: City 15; highway 19

Competitors

• Acura MDX


• Lexus RX 330


• Nissan Murano


• Volkswagen Touareg


• Volvo XC90