2008 Infiniti M45

Overview

Infiniti's midsize sport sedan comes in M35 and M45 versions, indicating the 3.5-liter V-6 and 4.5-liter V-8 engines that respectively power them. Where previously all-wheel drive (AWD) was offered only with the V-6 in the M35x, for 2008 there is an AWD with the M45x as well. The M45 competes with Acura RL, Lexus GS, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Jaguar S-Type, Audi A6 and Acura RL.

Powertrain and Performance

The 2008 Volvo M45's 4.5-liter V-8 engine generates 325 horsepower and 336 lb.-ft of torque. It has a fuel economy of 19 miles per gallon in the city and 28 mpg on highways.

Body and Styling

The luxury sport sedan comes with some useful standard features such as leather-wrapped steering wheel with wood trim and audio controls; vehicle information system with seven-inch LCD screen; tire-pressure monitor; 19-inch alloy wheels; intelligent key with push button ignition; AM/FM/cassette sound system with MP3 and in-dash six-disc CD changer; xenon high-intensity discharge headlamps; automatic dual-zone air conditioning with outside temperature display; rear active steering; dual, power-heated mirrors with memory and automatic reverse tilt; remote keyless entry; Infiniti voice recognition; air filtration system; power windows with express up/down; 10-way power driver's seat; power sunroof; climate-controlled front seats; temporary spare tire; Bluetooth technology; analog clock; and more.

Safety Aspects

Safety features include vehicle dynamic control (VDC); electronic stability control; dual-stage front air bags; advanced air bag system; anti-lock brakes (ABS); electronic brake-force distribution (EBD); tire-pressure monitor system; side-impact air bags, front and rear side-curtain air bags.