This mid-size luxury sports sedan has everything one looks for in a vehicle of this class –luxury; space; sophistication and power. The M Series is a versatile car that is offered in 3.5-liter V6 (M35) and 4.5-liter V8 (M45) engines. These are further divided into 35x and 45x.

For this year, the M35 has got an automatic seven-speed transmission, while the 35x retains the five-speed manual. The new paint that Infiniti claims can heal minor scratches on its own is also added.

It takes on the BMW 5 Series; Mercedes Benz E-Class and the Lexus GS.

Engine and performance

The M35 drives on a 3.5-liter V6 DOHC that generates 275 hp and 268 lb ft of torque, while the M45 is given a V8 DOHC that has 325 horsepower and 336 lb ft of torque. A seven-speed electronically controlled transmission with electronically controlled five-speed automatic with Drive Sport is given. The 35 and 45 models drive on rear-wheel, while the x models have all-wheel drive only.

Fuel estimates vary between 14 and 21 mpg for the trims.

Body and Styling

Power sliding tinted glass moonroof; dual exhaust with quad chrome outlets; zero-lift front and rear aerodynamics; high intensity discharge bi-functional xenon headlights; scratch shield paint; integrated front fog lights; rear window intermittent wiper and defroster with timer; UV-reducing solar glass and speed-sensitive wipers are some of the exterior elements of this model.

The 2009 Infiniti M has Infiniti Intelligent Key with push button ignition; Bluetooth hands-free phone; Mild-flow vent located on upper dash; Outside temperature display; dual zone automatic temperature control; rear console-mounted vents; valet key and trunk lockout; overhead sunglasses storage; dual overhead front map lights; front seatback map pockets; front armrest with storage compartment and 12-volt power outlet; leather-appointed, 10-way power driver’s and front-passenger’s seats with adjustable lumbar support; dual occupant memory system for driver’s seat, steering wheel and outside mirrors; climate-controlled front seats with internal ventilation; six-speaker audio system with AM/FM, XM® Satellite Radio, in-dash, single-feed six-disc CD autochanger with MP3 playback capability, auxiliary RCA input jacks and speed-sensitive volume; Vehicle Information System and auto-dimming inside rearview mirror with electronic compass for its interiors.

Safety Features

Slide-away brake pedal assembly; First Aid kit in rear center armrest; Infiniti Advanced Air Bag System (AABS); roof-mounted curtain side impact supplemental air bags; driver and front-passenger side impact supplemental air bags; three-point front and rear seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters; front-seat active head restraints; LATCH; zone body construction with reinforced passenger compartment and front and rear crumple zones; brake assist; electronic brake force distribution; vehicle dynamic control; four-wheel anti-lock braking system; tire pressure monitoring system and traction control system are some of the safety features of this model.

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