Infiniti today announced pricing on the 2008 Infiniti M, which is on
sale now at Infiniti retailers nationwide. The Infiniti M receives
major upgrades for 2008 that include the first-ever availability of
Infiniti's intelligent ATTESAa E-TS all-wheel drive system on the
V8-powered M45. The new model, designated M45x, joins the M35x to
provide buyers with two choices in all-climate AWD performance. The
2008 Infiniti M is also offered in two rear-wheel drive models, the
Infiniti M35 and Infiniti M45.
The M45 and new M45x offer a
325-horsepower 4.5-liter aluminum-alloy DOHC V8, while the M35 and M35x
feature the award-winning VQ-series 3.5–liter V6, tuned for the M to
produce 275 horsepower. Both engines are mated to a standard 5-speed
automatic transmission with performance shifter and manual shift mode
with downshift rev matching.
Other enhancements for 2008 include
revised interior and exterior styling and added luxury amenities and
technologies, including the production debut of Infiniti's newest
safety technology, the Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) system. For
2008, previous M Sport models have been replaced by an available Sport
Package, which includes unique exterior and interior styling, Rear
Active Steer (RAS) and 19-inch wheels and tires. The previous M35
Journey Package equipment, including climate controlled seats and
Xenon/AFS headlights, are now standard on the 2008 M35.
The
Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) starts at $43,050 for the
Infiniti M35 and $44,800 for the Infiniti M35x all-wheel drive. The
2008 M45 is priced at $49,350, while the M45x all-wheel drive model is
$51,850.
The Infiniti M’s exterior enhancements for 2008
include revised front and rear fascia, grille, rear fender panels, rear
decklid and taillight design, new chrome accents and new standard
18-inch and available 19-inch sport aluminum-alloy wheels. There are
six new exterior colors (out of an available eight). There is also
greater visual differentiation between the Sport Package-equipped
models and non-Sport Package models.
Inside, enhancements
include new standard Rosewood trim, white and violet instrument panel
and interior lighting, electroluminescent Fine Vision Meters, new
aluminum trim on the Sport Package and a revised Stone interior color.
The new 2008 Infiniti M includes standard XMâ Satellite Radio (requires
XM® subscription, sold separately), Bluetoothâ Hands-free Phone System
and Infiniti Information Display with 7-inch LCD screen and easy-to-use
controls, Infiniti voice recognition.
Available advanced
technology features include an upgraded Infiniti Hard Drive Navigation
System with touch-screen, XM NavTraffic® (requires active XM®
subscription, sold separately), 9.3GB Music Box hard drive for digital
music storage and playback and iPod® connectivity, and a RearView
Monitor system.
The 2008 Infiniti M is offered with a number
of available equipment packages, including the Advanced Technology
Package, Premium Package, Sport Package, Technology Package, Mobile
Entertainment System, Wood Interior Trim and Xenon/AFS Package (M35x
only, standard on M35, M45 and M45x).
