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The Infiniti Lineup - Charting the Changes [July 20, 06]Infiniti continues to set the bar in the sport luxury segment, with a strong selling lineup of award-winning vehicles, including two J.D. Power and Associates “most appealing” awards. The 2006 model year saw the introduction of the all-new Infiniti M sedan, and now 2007 marks the first redesign of the G35 Sedan. The revised 2007 G35 Sedan, which goes on sale in November 2006, features a dramatic new exterior design and a refined interior with unique features. Available advanced technology systems include RearView Monitor, a touch screen navigation system with available real-time traffic information and the audiophile-quality Infiniti Studio on Wheels™ by Bose® high-fidelity audio system. Powering the latest G35 is an upgraded version of the award-winning VQ-series 3.5-liter DOHC V6, rated at 306 horsepower. The standard V6 is mated to a choice of a close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission on the G35 6MT model or a 5-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode and Downshift Rev Matching. The G35 Journey model equipped with the optional Sport Appearance Package includes magnesium paddle shifters. The 2007 G35 is also offered with Infiniti’s “intelligent” all-wheel drive system. The overall Infiniti lineup continues to evolve - the award-winning M sedan receives enhancements for 2007 including new 18-inch wheels, 10-way adjustable front passenger seat and new option packages; the Infiniti FX receives minor changes including pre-wiring for an iPod, FX45 receives power-folding sideview mirrors; G35 Coupe receives standard Intelligent Key and auto on/off headlights; and the QX56 features a new exterior color and revised engine tuning for the 5.6-liter DOHC 32-valve V8 engine for increased horsepower and torque. Following is an overview of the Infiniti Division products for the 2007 model year: 2007 Infiniti G35 Sport Sedan The first major redesign of Infiniti’s award-winning sports sedan was unveiled at the 2006 New York International Auto Show. The new G35 sedan was designed to meet the high expectations of Infiniti owners, who have embraced the original G35 and seek a continuation of its unique combination of vibrant design, exhilarating performance and advanced technology. The 2007 G35 sedan exceeds these expectations, with an evolution of the platform, interior and exterior style, and the next generation of the award-winning VQ-series V6. The redesigned interior combines modern warmth and Japanese design cues, and technologically the G35 sets the bar for features available in its class, including available touchscreen navigation system with real-time traffic information and audiophile premium audio system that brings studio quality sound to the road. The G35 sedan also offers customers the choice of a 5-speed automatic or 6-speed manual transmission, rear- or all-wheel drive, and option packages covering the spectrum of style, on-road and in-cabin performance. Highlights of the 2007 G35 Sedan include:
2007 Infiniti G35 Sport Coupe The Infiniti G35 coupe remains a standard-bearer in the sports coupe class since its introduction in 2003. For 2007, the standard VQ 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve V6 engine produces 275 horsepower and 268 lb-ft of torque, while the G35 Coupe 6MT model generates 293 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. The refined performance coupe also again features standard High Intensity Discharge (HID) bi-xenon headlights, available Navigation system; as well as other luxury and performance options. Also available are a Rear Active Steer package, which includes vehicle-speed-sensitive power steering and 15.1:1 steering gear ratio; and an available Sport-Tuned Suspension Package with 19-inch forged aluminum wheels and Viscous Limited-Slip Differential (VLSD). Standard on the G35 Coupe 6MT are the Viscous Limited Slip Differential and unique front fascia and side sills. Enhancements to the 2007 G35 Coupe include:
2007 Infiniti M Luxury Performance Sedan First introduced as a 2006 model, the Infiniti M represents a new generation of Infiniti performance luxury vehicles, with elegant aggressive exterior styling, luxurious driver-oriented cockpit and advanced technology. The M has won numerous awards, including taking the award for midsize premium cars in the J.D. Power and Associates 2006 Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study. The M sedan features a choice of engines and, with the M35, a choice of rear- or all-wheel drive. The Infiniti M35 and all-wheel drive M35x feature the 3.5-liter DOHC V6 engine producing 275 horsepower and 268 lb-ft of torque. The M45 features the 4.5-liter DOHC V8, shared with the FX45, which produces 325 horsepower and 336 lb-ft of torque. Both the M35 V6 and M45 V8 are paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission with short-throw performance shifter, manual shift mode and Downshift Rev Matching. M35x features Infiniti’s “intelligent” ATTESA E-TS all-wheel drive system. The M35, M35x and M45 are technological tour de forces, with an available Rear Active Steer system (Sport model), available Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system, standard Intelligent Key with Push Button Ignition, voice recognition, leather-appointed seats and power-sliding sunroof, standard RearView Monitor with on-screen guidance lines, available DVD-based Infiniti Navigation System with voice-activated destination entry, available Bose® Studio Surround™ sound system with digital 5.1-channel decoding and 14 speakers (featuring four seat-mounted Personal surround speakers) and available Mobile Entertainment System. Enhancements to the 2007 M include:
Infiniti FX Premium Crossover SUV Changes to the premium FX are minimal for 2007. In 2006, the FX received many enhancements including an exterior facelift with a new grille, bumper, wheel design, three new colors, the addition of numerous standard features, including a 300-watt BoseÒ audio system, leather-appointed seats, RearView Monitor, Advanced Air Bag System (AABS), a revised interior and more. The all-wheel drive FX45 features a standard 320-horsepower 4.5-liter DOHC V8 (shared with M45) and includes 20-inch wheels and tires, Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone system and a sport-tuned 4-wheel independent suspension. The 275-horsepower 3.5-liter V6 powers the well-equipped FX35, which is available in rear- or all-wheel drive. Enhancements to the 2007 FX45/FX35 include:
2007 Infiniti QX56 Full-Size Luxury SUV Owners of the J.D. Power and Associates 2006 APEAL Study-winning Infiniti QX56 full-size luxury SUV appreciate its advanced exterior and interior styling and luxurious amenities, including bi-xenon headlights, power folding sideview mirrors and Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control. For 2007, changes remain minimal – revised engine tuning for more power from its standard 5.6-liter DOHC 32-valve V8 engine and a new exterior color to complement its bold styling. The QX56 is designed to provide luxury on a grand scale, with up to eight-passenger seating, standard equipment such as leather-appointed seating and DVD navigation system, RearView Monitor and an auto-leveling independent rear suspension (IRS). Also available is a DVD Mobile Entertainment System. All QX56 4WD models feature an advanced, All-Mode 4WD full-time design with infinitely variable torque split (maximum 50:50 front/rear). Enhancements to the 2007 QX56 include:
Source: Nissan Infiniti News Bureau
Infiniti Studio on Wheels™ by Bose® Delivers Unprecedented Sound [July 13, 06]- Infiniti/Bose Collaboration Yields a New Standard for Stereo Performance In an Automobile -
At its inception in 1989, Infiniti rocked the automotive world with ahead-of-its time engineering, offering buyers unprecedented luxury sedans boasting decidedly sports car souls. In similar fashion, Bose Corporation achieved worldwide acclaim over four decades ago by setting a new industry standard for lifelike sound reproduction. Now, the engineers at Infiniti and Bose have combined their expertise and passions to craft a custom-engineered sound system that brings listeners closer to the power and emotion of a live performance, through a vehicle designed to bring drivers closer to the power and emotion of driving – available in the new Infiniti G sedan. This new system brings to life Infiniti’s vision of offering discerning owners a “Studio on Wheels”. The Studio on Wheels\' canvas, the all-new Infiniti G Sedan, is the second generation of Infiniti’s groundbreaking sports sedan. First introduced in 2002 as an alternative to the existing “machine-like” vehicles in class, everything about the new 2007 G is designed to create a more powerful driving sensation -- from its rewarding performance and sophisticated exterior, to its intuitive technology and finely crafted interior experience, highlighted by the enveloping power of the Studio on Wheels sound system. “From the beginning of the G’s development, the sound system was considered a core element of the vehicle’s DNA, rather than simply a feature or an option” said Mark Igo, vice president and general manager of Infiniti. “Our goal was to bring Infiniti G owners a signature listening experience that approached that of high-end home systems -- and working with Bose, we feel we’ve achieved our vision with the Studio on Wheels.”
The Vision “The sound of the Studio on Wheels system could only have been produced with the high level of collaboration that Infiniti was willing to engage in with Bose during the development of the sound system,” said Michael Rosen, executive director of engineering and product strategy, Bose Corporation. “By primarily focusing on the quality of the listening experience -- rather than a list of features and specifications -- Infiniti and Bose have been able to introduce a new standard for audio performance in an automobile.” Based on thousands of acoustic measurements taken of the G’s interior, Bose engineers proposed mounting 10 speakers throughout the cabin, including three 10-inch Nd® woofers. Infiniti responded by redesigning the front doors around the audio components, and adding dampening material to reduce unwanted vibrations. As a result, the system provides crisp musical detail, while also delivering impactful low notes you can actually feel.
The System To assure outstanding dynamic range with low distortion, the internal pre-amp incorporates Burr Brown® ultra low noise op-amps and other instrument grade components. Studio on Wheels features 10 high-performance Bose neodymium speakers powered by a Bose eight channel amplifier which incorporates the company’s proprietary signal processing technology, specifically tuned for the G35 to deliver full lifelike sounds that fill every inch of the G’s interior. The system delivers its high-range sound from two 1-inch neodymium tweeters located in each side mirror patch. Mid/high-range sound comes from three 3-inch neodymium speakers, one in each front door and one in the instrument panel. Low end sound is distributed throughout the cabin, with a 10-inch woofer in each front door plus a third on the rear deck powered by a dedicated two-state-modulation switching amplifier. The 6.5-inch, full-range neodymium speaker in each rear door rounds out a cohesive, balanced sound that seems to extend beyond the confines of the cabin. Source: Nissan Infiniti News Bureau
Infiniti Announces Pricing on 2007 M Sedan [June 21, 06]GARDENA, Calif. (June 21, 2006) – Infiniti today announced pricing on the award-winning 2007 M luxury performance sedan, which goes on sale June 21, 2006 at Infiniti retailers nationwide. The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the 2007 M, which features realigned option packages and higher equipment levels, has been increased by $853, or 1.96 percent, weighted among all trim levels from the 2006 model.
2007 M35 Pricing (Adobe PDF) Source: Nissan Infiniti News Bureau
2007 Infiniti G35 Sedan Makes World Debut at NYIAS [April. 12, 06]
NEW YORK (April 12, 2005) – Infiniti today unveiled the all-new 2007 Infiniti G35 Sedan at the 2006 New York International Auto Show. The second generation of Infiniti’s top-selling vehicle was introduced by Mr. Carlos Ghosn, president and CEO, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., at a media event in Javits Center. The new G is scheduled to go on sale in November 2006. The heart of the G35 remains its advanced engine, platform and drivetrain, anchored by the “next generation” of the award-winning VQ-series 3.5-liter DOHC V6, now rated at an estimated 300-plus horsepower*. The standard V6 is mated to a choice of a 5-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode and Downshift Rev Matching or close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission. Solid magnesium paddle shifters are standard on the G35 Sport A/T model. Source: Nissan Infiniti News Bureau Click here
for more photos, specs and comments in our G35 Sedan Forum. Infiniti Wins Retail Design Award [Mar. 13, 06]
NEW YORK, March 13, 2006—Leading brand strategy and design consulting firm Lippincott Mercer has been awarded first place in the International Hard Lines category in the 2005 Chain Store Age Retail Store of the Year design competition. The award, which was announced in the February 2006 issue of Chain Store Age magazine, applauds the firm’s luxurious prototype design for Infiniti in Korea. In January 2006, the same environment was singled out for an “Innovative Exterior Design” award in the 2005 Institute of Store Planners/Visual Merchandising + Store Design International Store Design Competition. “The Infiniti dealership design is an outstanding example of a brand positioning that has been brought to life,” said Ken Roberts, chairman and chief executive officer of Lippincott Mercer. “We are honored to accept this award.” Located in Seoul, the dealership represents Infiniti’s entry into the Korean market and is part of Nissan Motor Company’s plan for the global expansion of their luxury brand. The customer-centric environment features a generous, dignified first floor reception area similar to the lobby of a luxury hotel, a mezzanine level lounge for consulting and hospitality and a two-story gallery showroom on the fifth and sixth floors to dramatically display new Infiniti vehicles against the backdrop of Seoul’s fast growing skyline. This award-winning design is part of a comprehensive Infiniti Retail Environment Design Initiative (IREDI) that establishes a unique, new exterior/interior look and signage for Infiniti dealers in the United States and other global markets. The concept features forms that are energetic and modern with an accent on natural materials and open lighting. A key aspect of the IREDI program is its “flexibility within a framework,” which takes into consideration the various situations faced by Infiniti retailers regarding differences in geographies, business practices, cultures and local or international governments. Dealers are able to choose from a variety of materials, furnishings and artwork, yet the environments still have a consistent brand image and execution at the retail level. The Lippincott Mercer team responsible for the Infiniti dealership design includes Ken Roberts, Peter Dixon, Rodney Abbot, Fabian Diaz, Richard Chun, Ryan Kovalak, Soenghie Lee and Teruo Sakata. The Chain Store Age competition is open to any design firm or retail design team with stores opened within the specified contest period. The judges in this year’s competition were George Holz, director, design and construction, Red Door Spa Holdings; Karen Meskey-Wilson, VP and director, store design and merchandising standards, J.C. Penney; Jane Rappleyea, VP design and existing-store development, Linens ‘n Things; Stacey Shorr, associate, SBLM architects and Nicole Tricarico, interior designer, Tricarico Architecture & Design. NOTE TO EDITORS ABOUT INFINITI ABOUT LIPPINCOTT MERCER ABOUT CHAIN STORE AGE Source: Nissan Infiniti News Bureau Infiniti Announces Plans For Fourth Regional Office [Mar. 8, 06]Additional Resources Will Support Increased SalesGARDENA, Calif. – Today, Infiniti announced plans to open a fourth regional
office to support Infiniti retailers in the southeast area of the United
States. Expected to be operational this summer, the new office will
be located in Atlanta.
Infiniti Receives MotorWeek Drivers Choice Award [Feb. 9, 06]Announcement made at 2006 Chicago Auto ShowGardena, Calif. (Feb. 9, 2006) — Today, from the 2006 Chicago Auto Show, the Infiniti M was named the “2006 Best Luxury Sedan” in MotorWeek’s Drivers’ Choice Awards. MotorWeek will air the results of their testing on February 10th on PBS and again on February 13th on the Speed Channel. About the Infiniti M The Infiniti M optimizes both luxury and sport styling to create a dynamic visual appeal. The exterior design features a low, aggressive hoodline, which flows into the anchored shoulders and contributes to the sporty, powerful silhouette. Inside, the interior is highly expressive, combining a driver-oriented cockpit with an inviting design detail. At the heart of the Infiniti M is the high-performance power of a choice of advanced V8 or V6 engines, with the vehicles badged M45 or M35 respectively. The M45 features the 4.5-liter DOHC V8 currently used in the Infiniti Q45 and FX45. For use in the M45, it produces 335 horsepower and 340 lb-ft of torque. The M35 is powered by a 3.5-liter DOHC V6 producing 280 horsepower and 270 lb-ft of torque. Both engines are mated to a standard 5-speed automatic transmission with all-new short-throw performance shifter and manual shift mode with downshift rev matching. The M35 also features an available intelligent all-wheel drive system. Advanced technology is abundant on the new M – starting with the standard Bluetooth
wireless technology, an all-new Vehicle Information System with 7-inch
LCD screen and easy-to-use controls, Infiniti voice recognition and
Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). M Sport models feature a new Rear
Active Steer system, which helps improve vehicle handling performance
by adjusting the geometry of the rear suspension according to steering
input and vehicle speed. Also featured on the M is an available Lane
Departure Warning (LDW) system, which warns the driver of a pending,
unintended lane departure.
Lipincott Mercer Wins International Design Award For Infiniti Retail Environment [Jan. 23, 06]NEW YORK, January 23, 2006--Leading brand strategy and design consulting firm Lippincott Mercer has received the “Innovative Exterior Design” award in the 2005 Institute of Store Planners/Visual Merchandising + Store Design International Store Design Competition. The award, which was presented this week to Lippincott creative director Peter Dixon during a ceremony at the Puck Building in New York City, honors the firm for its retail environment design prototype for the Infiniti showroom in Seoul, Korea. “We are thrilled to be recognized for our work with Infiniti,” said Peter Dixon, creative director of Lippincott Mercer. “The award is a tribute to the hard work, creativity and collaboration of the Lippincott team and the client.” Located in Seoul, the new Infiniti dealership represents the brand’s entry into the Korean market and is part of Nissan Motors’ plan for the global expansion of their luxury brand. Completed in July 2005, the exterior of the customer-centric showroom is a highly visible distinctively curved storefront that prominently displays the Infiniti logo and dealer name. Designed with stone and glass, the exterior design is energetic and modern, seeming to glow from within while conveying modern luxury, a hallmark of the Infiniti brand. Although the dealership stands at six-stories, generous ceiling heights have resulted in a height equal to that of a ten-story building. The showroom interior features a generous, dignified first floor reception area much like the lobby of a luxury hotel, a mezzanine level lounge for consulting and hospitality and a two-story gallery showroom on the fifth and sixth floors to dramatically display new vehicles against the backdrop of Seoul’s fast growing skyline. SL+A Korea implemented Lippincott’s Mercer’s design and managed the construction processes associated with the project. The Lippincott Mercer team responsible for the Infiniti dealership design includes Ken Roberts, Dixon, Rodney Abbot, Fabian Diaz, Richard Chun, Ryan Kovalak, Soenghie Lee, Teruo Sakata and Alissa Tribelli. Lippincott Mercer provides planning, design and implementation services in a number of branding disciplines, including brand strategy, brand creation, brand environments, packaging and brand management. The ISP/VM+SD annual competition is open to any contract design firm or in-house retail design teams working on projects completed during the specified contest period. The judging panel for the competition—which included retailers, contract designers and educators—convened in Atlanta in November. The judges reviewed more than 200 international entries in 18 categories. NOTE TO EDITORS
The Institute was founded in 1961 to serve as a professional association for interior retail planning, design and visual merchandising specialists. Since then the Institute has grown to over 1300 professional members, with 14 chapters internationally. The membership now includes all related disciplines, including store planners, designers, visual merchandisers, associate planners, educators, students and industry contractors and suppliers. ABOUT VM+SD VM+SD (Visual Merchandising + Store Design) is the leading magazine for retail designers and store display professionals, serving the retail industry since 1922. Every month, VM+SD showcases the latest store designs and visual presentations, presents merchandising strategies and new products and reports on industry news and events. ABOUT LIPPINCOTT MERCER Lippincott Mercer is a leading brand strategy and design consultancy. The firm was founded in 1943 as Lippincott & Margulies and pioneered the discipline of corporate identity. Lippincott operates globally from its offices in the United States, Europe and Asia. Recent clients include American Express, AOL, Citigroup, ExxonMobil, Goldman Sachs, IBM, McDonald’s, Nissan, Samsung and Sprint. For more information, visit www.lippincottmercer.com.
Infiniti Launches Phase II of 'Infiniti in Black' Campaign [Jan. 18, 06]
Gardena, Calif. (January 18, 2006) — On February 9, BET and Infiniti, the luxury
division of Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA), will premiere a 30-minute
original program entitled, “…In Black” at 9 p.m./8 p.m. central on BET.
The show highlights the five artists featured in the "Infiniti in black"
campaign discussing the influence of design on art, culture and life.
“…In Black” marks the culmination of this campaign which is Infiniti’s
first-ever marketing campaign designed to speak directly to African
Americans.
Infiniti Debuts Coupe Concept at 2006 North American International Auto Show [Jan. 8, 06]
DETROIT (Jan 8, 2006) – Infiniti today unveiled a dramatic new concept vehicle, the Infiniti Coupe Concept, at the 2006 North American International Auto Show. Infiniti also showed the new 2006 FX luxury crossover SUV, which has been refined with exterior and interior enhancements and greater differentiation between the V8-powered FX45 and V6-equipped FX35 models. “The Infiniti Coupe Concept embraces the continuous advancement of Infiniti
design with a unique combination of passion, imagination and creativity,”
said Mark Igo, vice president and general manager, Infiniti.
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