Aggressively Unique: 2015 Infiniti QX70 crossover
Developed as a showcase of Infiniti’s design and technology leadership, the second-generation Infiniti QX70 (formally known as the FX) offers exceptional levels of power, refinement, safety and driving exhilaration. The QX70 continues to prove that luxury doesn't have to be dull – in look, interior indulgences or the driving experience. For 2015, the QX70 is offered in two models – QX70 and QX70 AWD with Infiniti Intelligent All-Wheel Drive.
Also available are four special equipment packages: Premium Package, Deluxe Touring Package, Technology Package and the Sport Package, which offers unique dark finish exterior accents, 21-inch dark finish aluminum-alloy wheels and sport seats.
The special QX70 Sport Package provides an added level of stealthy performance appearance with a dark finish front grille with dark finish upper and lower surrounds, and dark finish fog light surrounds, outside mirror housings, side air vents, lower side moldings, roof rails, and upper and lower trunk finishers.
The Infiniti QX70 is offered in eight exterior colors: Graphite Shadow, Malbec Black, Umbria Twilight, Liquid Platinum, Black Obsidian, Midnight Mocha, Moonlight White and Iridium Blue.
Power for the iconic Infiniti crossover is generated by a 3.7L V6 prime mover with VVEL (Variable Valve Event & Lift) joined to a responsive seven-speed automatic transmission.
Along with its dramatic, aerodynamic body structure is an equally advanced body structure, offering room for five adults and the capacity to hold four full-size golf bags. QX70 utilizes the rigid FM (for Front Midship) platform architecture, with a balanced front-to-rear weight distribution to help provide exceptional handling performance.
Control hardware consists of an independent suspension which is utilized at all four corners. A double-wishbone suspension design is employed up front with a multi-link design at the rear. Large-diameter stabilizer bars are found front and rear. The suspension system also incorporates special Dual Flow Path shock absorber technology with rebound springs for responsive yet comfortable ride and firm, tight handling.
The QX70’s interior includes a command center-style cockpit designed to enhance the driving experience. The leather-appointed front seats offer 10-way driver’s side/8-way passenger side power adjustments and are available with a heating and cooling function for maximum comfort in any season. Heated front seats are now standard on all FX models. The available driver’s sport seat adds power-adjustable side bolsters and a manual thigh extension. The high-tech interior design includes an Infiniti signature double-wave instrument panel and Fine Vision electroluminescent gauges.
The QX70’s interior’s array of comfort and convenience equipment ranges from a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob to dual front and rear cupholders, four 12-volt power outlets, power windows with front one-touch auto-up/down function, power door locks and available tonneau cover and aluminum pedal accents.
Dimensions & specifications
Wheelbase: 113.6; overall length: 191.3; width: 75.9; height: 65.0
All vehicle measurements are in inches.
Engine: 3.7L V6 – 325 hp at 7,000 rpm and 267 lbs-ft of torque at 5,200 rpm.
Transmission: seven-speed automatic with manual shift mode and adaptive shift control
EPA Fuel Economy: 17 city/24 hwy. (RWD); 16 city/22 hwy. (AWD).
Cargo capacity: 62.0 cubic feet
Towing capacity: 2,000 lbs.
Safety features
Dual front airbags, front seat mounted side-impact airbags, dual head curtain side-impact airbags, four-wheel disc brakes with anti-lock, electronic brake force distribution, brake assist, traction control, vehicle dynamic control, vehicle security system, front fog lights, automatic high-intensity discharge bi-functional headlights, Infiniti Intelligent Key, HomeLink universal transceiver, remote keyless entry, Bluetooth hands-free phone system, rear view monitor, engine immobilizer, high-strength side-door guard beams, automatic power door locks and tire pressure monitoring system.
Optional safety features include: navigation system, intelligent brake assist with forward collision warning, lane departure warning, lane departure prevention, full speed range intelligent cruise control, distance control assist, full-speed intelligent cruise control, around view monitor with moving object detection, front/rear sonar system, adaptive front lighting system, front pre-crash seat belts, preview braking, and rain-sensing front windshield wipers.
Warranty
Basic: 4-year/60,000 mile
Powertrain: 6-year/70,000 mile
Corrosion: 7-year/unlimited
Roadside Assistance: 4-year/unlimited
Pricing
The base Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the 2015 Infiniti QX70 crossover starts from $45,850 for the QX70 and $47,300 for the QX70 AWD. Destination charges add $995.
