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Infiniti M III (Y50) 35 i V6 24V (280 Hp)
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Infiniti M:
The Infiniti M is a line of mid-size luxury cars from the Infiniti luxury division of Nissan. From 2013 on it has been marketed as the Infiniti Q70, reflecting the company's later naming formula.
The first iteration was the M30 Coupé/Convertible, rebadged variants of the JDM Nissan Leopard. After a hiatus, the M nameplate was used for Infiniti's short-lived mid-luxury M45 sedan, a rebadged version of the Japanese-spec Nissan Gloria and Infiniti's subsequent flagship M35/45 and M37/56/35h/30d, based on the JDM Nissan Fuga....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III (Y50) Overview:
Infiniti M (III (Y50)). With 366 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1868 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.9 s). The top speed reaches 224 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
35 i V6 24V (280 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers solid, if not exhilarating, performance with 280 Hp. Acceleration is respectable for daily driving and highway cruising.
Fuel Economy
Combined fuel consumption of 12.6 l/100 km is acceptable for a V6 RWD sedan, matching the more powerful 307 Hp RWD variant.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Powerful and refined VQ35HR V6 engines across the lineup.
- • Comfortable and well-appointed interior with quality materials.
- • Distinctive styling that stands out from European rivals.
- • Available Intelligent All-Wheel Drive for enhanced traction.
- • Strong acceleration, especially in higher output RWD variants.
Cons:
- • Fuel economy is not class-leading, especially for AWD models.
- • Infotainment system can feel dated compared to newer rivals.
- • Rear seat legroom is adequate but not exceptional for its class.
- • Steering feel can be less engaging than some German competitors.
- • Limited availability of parts and specialized service compared to more common brands in some regions.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (Y34): 2002 - 2004).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Infiniti |
| Model: | M |
| Generation: | III (Y50) |
| Modification (Engine): | 35 i V6 24V (280 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2005 |
| End of production: | 2008 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 280 Hp @ 6200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 80 Hp/l [109mm less] |
| Torque: | 366 Nm @ 4800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | VQ35DE More details about the engine VQ35DE |
| Engine displacement: | 3498 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.7 l |
| Coolant: | 8.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 95.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 81.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.3:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 17.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 12.6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 224 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.7 kg/Hp, 149.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.1 kg/Nm, 195.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1868 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 388 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 76 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4900 mm mm [109mm less] |
| Width: | 1795 mm mm [25mm more] |
| Height: | 1510 mm mm [47mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2900 mm mm [100mm more] |
| Front track: | 1530 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1545 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Tires size | 245/45 R18 |
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