2010 Infiniti QX56

The 2010 Infiniti QX56 defines modern luxury on a grand scale. The  eight-passenger 2010 Infiniti QX56 is 5,705 pounds of honest truck-based luxury SUV.

Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options

The 2010 Infiniti QX56 from your NJ Infiniti dealer is a full-size luxury SUV available in two- or four-wheel-drive versions with seven-passenger seating. The standard equipment list includes 20-inch chrome wheels, an auto-leveling rear suspension, xenon headlights, a rear view camera, rear parking sensors, a sunroof, a power liftgate, a heated steering wheel, power-adjustable pedals, dual-zone automatic climate control and separate rear zone controls, leather upholstery, power front seats, second-row fold-flat captain’s chairs, a power-folding third-row seat and first- and second-row heated seats.

On the technology front, the QX56 offers keyless entry/ignition and a hard-drive-based navigation system with real-time traffic, voice-activated electronic functions, Bluetooth connectivity and a 12-speaker Bose audio system with 9.3GB of built-in digital music storage. 4WD models add standard towing preparation.

Available options are  a second-row split bench seat (increasing seating capacity to eight), a rear-seat entertainment system, a Technology package with adaptive cruise control and front parking sensors, and a tow package for 2WD models (standard on 4WD).

Powertrains and Performance

The 2010 QX56 is powered by a 5.6-liter V8 that produces 320 hp and 393 pound-feet of torque. The sole transmission is a five-speed automatic. Buyers can choose between rear-wheel drive and 4WD, with the latter offering low-range gearing for off-road use. Towing capacity is 9,000 pounds on properly equipped 2WD models. EPA fuel economy estimates for the 4WD model are 12 mpg city/17 mpg highway and 14 mpg combined.

Safety

The 2010 Infiniti QX56 comes standard with anti-lock disc brakes with brake assist, stability control, active front head restraints, front-seat side-impact airbags, full-length side curtain airbags, rear parking sensors and a rear view camera. In frontal crash tests by the government, the QX56 scored a perfect five stars for driver protection but four stars for the front passenger.

Interior Design and Special Features

The Infiniti QX56′s instrument panel and materials are visibly upscale. Real wood, soft leather and creature comforts abound. The standard rear seating layout consists of second-row captain’s chairs with a removable center console and a power fold-flat third-row bench. A flat-folding second-row 40/20/40 split bench seat is optional for those who would rather be able to carry an extra passenger. The QX56 provides 97 cubic feet of maximum cargo capacity.

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