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Infiniti QX56 facelift 2007 5.6 V8 (325 Hp) AWD Automatic
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Infiniti QX56:
The Infiniti QX80 is a full-size luxury SUV marketed by Nissan's luxury division Infiniti since the 2004 model year. The first-generation QX56 was built in the United States and is based on the first-generation Armada. The second-generation model was released in 2010 as a model produced in Japan, which used the sixth-generation Patrol as the base vehicle instead. Since the 2014 model year in 2013, the vehicle was renamed to the QX80 as Infiniti renamed their entire product line under a new nomenclature....(Read more on Wikipedia)
facelift 2007 Overview:
Infiniti QX56 (facelift 2007). With 533 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2680 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.8 s). The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
5.6 V8 (325 Hp) AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Excellent performance for a large SUV, with the 5.6L V8 delivering strong acceleration and ample power for towing or highway cruising, despite the AWD system adding weight.
Fuel Economy
Very poor fuel economy, as expected from a large V8 SUV of this era, making it expensive to run, especially in urban environments.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Powerful and smooth 5.6L V8 engine
- • Spacious and comfortable interior with 7-8 seats
- • Excellent towing capacity for its class
- • Robust body-on-frame construction
- • Good ride quality for a large SUV
Cons:
- • Very poor fuel economy, especially in urban settings
- • Large exterior dimensions can make city driving and parking challenging
- • Interior technology feels dated compared to newer rivals
- • High running costs beyond just fuel (tires, maintenance)
- • Limited off-road capability despite AWD option
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(QX56: 2004 - 2007).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Infiniti |
| Model: | QX56 |
| Generation: | facelift 2007 |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.6 V8 (325 Hp) AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2007 |
| End of production: | 2010 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 7-8 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 325 Hp @ 5200 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 58.5 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 533 Nm @ 3400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | VK56DE [Same engine] More details about the engine VK56DE |
| Engine displacement: | 5552 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| 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: | 6.5 l |
| Coolant: | 14.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 98 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 21.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 11.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 15.3 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.2 kg/Hp, 121.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5 kg/Nm, 198.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2680 |
| Max. weight: | 3311 |
| Max load: | 631 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1733 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 106 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5255 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Width: | 2019 mm mm [19mm more] |
| Height: | 1956 mm mm [14mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 3130 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1715 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1715 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 270 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 275/60 R20 |
| Wheel rims size | 20 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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