2010 Infiniti FX35

Since its 2003 inception, the Infiniti FX35 has defined the crossover platform. From its wide stance to declarative details, flowing hood to sculpted taillights, the 2010 Infiniti FX35 is crafted for balance, aerodynamics and expression.  Visit the leading Infiniti dealer in NJ and test drive a FX35 today.

Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options

The 2010 Infiniti FX35 is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV available in either rear-wheel drive or AWD. The single well-equipped trim level includes 18-inch alloy wheels, xenon headlights, a power liftgate, leather upholstery, full power accessories, power front seats, a manual tilt/telescoping steering column, cruise control with steering-wheel-mounted switches, dual-zone automatic climate control, a back-up camera, 60/40-split rear seats and an 11-speaker Bose surround audio system with a six-CD changer, an auxiliary audio jack and satellite radio.

Options include a Premium Package, which includes heated and cooled front seats, Bluetooth connectivity, an iPod connector and a power tilt/telescoping steering column. A Deluxe Touring Package adds 20-inch alloy wheels, adaptive headlamps and maple wood interior trim. The Navigation Package  adds Infiniti’s new hard-drive-based touchscreen navigation system with voice recognition, real-time traffic, a single in-dash CD player (in place of the six-disc changer), a parking system and a four-camera “Around View Monitor” that provides a 360-degree composite image of the vehicle from the outside.

The Technology Package adds rain-sensing windshield wipers, adaptive cruise control with enhanced capabilities in congested traffic, Intelligent Brake Assist and a lane-departure warning and prevention system. Those who spring for the Technology Package can also add a rear-seat entertainment system. A tow package is available for AWD models.

Powertrains and Performance

A 3.5-liter V6 powers the 2010 Infiniti FX35. In this application, the familiar V6 makes 303 hp and 262 pound-feet of torque. Last year’s five-speed automatic transmission has been replaced by a seven-speed automatic with manual shift capability. Rear-wheel drive is standard, though the FX35 offers an optional AWD system with a rear bias to preserve its sporty handling capabilities.

Fuel economy is EPA-estimated 16 mpg city/21 mpg highway and 18 mpg combined, while rear-drive models are rated at 16 mpg city/23 highway and 19 combined.

Safety

Anti-lock disc brakes with brake assist, front seat-mounted side airbags, full-length side curtain airbags, traction control and stability control are all standard on the 2009 Infiniti FX35. This year sees the addition of other safety technology, including an advanced version of Infiniti’s lane departure warning system that can help prevent the vehicle from inadvertently traveling out of its intended lane. Also, the new Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) uses the laser range finder from the adaptive cruise control to analyze closing speeds to an obstacle ahead. If a forward collision is imminent, the system sounds a warning to prompt driver action and can automatically apply the brakes up to 0.5g.

In National Highway Traffic Safety Administration crash tests, the FX scored a perfect five stars for its protection of occupants in both front and side impacts, and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety awarded the FX its top score of “Good” in frontal-offset testing.

Interior Design and Special Features

The cabin of the FX35 is rich and luxurious, boasting a more upscale feel than its competition. FX35′s cargo area has been reshaped to enhance comfort and utility.

The 2010 Infiniti FX’s interior is luxurious and packed with innovative features. “FX’s interior exudes the feel of understated luxury with its top-notch materials and near-seamless fits,” writes Consumer Guide. “The cabin is filled with leather surfaces and lined with wood and metal trim that impart an upscale, classy feel.

• “Up front, a cockpit type setup is laden with high-quality materials and rich wood trim. Gauges and centralized controls are refined and sophisticated.” — Motor Week
• “The interior was the opposite of the mixed opinions on outside style as virtually every observer approved.” — New Car Test Drive
• “The interior has received a marked upgrade with quilted leather on its comfortable, supportive front buckets, along with an increased use of aluminum and rich maple wood trim. Other eye-catching details include aluminum foot pedals and a large, 7-in. information/nav screen atop the center stack.” — Road and Track
• “The cabin envelops its occupants in luxury without being ostentatious. Leather seats are standard on all models.” — Fort Worth Star-Telegram

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