Looking back, it's remarkable that the Infiniti FX45 made it to showrooms with its concept car looks intact. While crossover SUVs had been touted as a brand-new genre of vehicle, at the time of the FX45's launch, most of them simply resembled small SUVs or large wagons. Upon its debut for 2003 and with its sports car muscles and hulking linebacker stance, the slick Infiniti FX45 set a new standard for automotive design.
The FX45's sporty looks are backed up by sharp handling and a throaty V8 engine. However, buyers looking for more sport-utility in their crossover SUV should be aware that the looks and performance of the FX45 come at the price of practicality, as it offers less cargo room than other midsize luxury crossovers in its class and lacks a third-row seat.
Current Infiniti FX45
The Infiniti FX45 is available in one nicely equipped trim level. It's powered by a mighty 4.5-liter V8 engine, which churns out 320 horsepower and 335 pound-feet of torque. A five-speed automatic transmission, stability control, traction control, antilock disc brakes and all-wheel drive are standard.
