2004 INFINITI QX Press Kit: At A Glance




The all-new INFINITI QX56 full-size, luxury sport utility vehicle joins the growing lineup of powerful rear-wheel and all-wheel drive INFINITI vehicles in the spring of 2004.  It becomes the fourth V8-powered INFINITI and the third to ...

March 2, 2010



The all-new INFINITI QX56 full-size, luxury sport utility vehicle joins the growing lineup of powerful rear-wheel and all-wheel drive INFINITI vehicles in the spring of 2004.  It becomes the fourth V8-powered INFINITI and the third to feature all-wheel drive.  It will also be the first INFINITI model assembled in North America. 
 
 The new QX56 is designed to provide luxury on a grand scale, with eight-passenger seating (seven-passenger with 2nd row captain’s chairs), standard features such as leather-appointed seating and navigation system, advanced technology and a powerful V8 engine and an independent rear suspension (IRS) with load leveling – which contributes to the QX56's comfortable, composed ride quality.  
 
 Every QX56 comes equipped with a standard 5.6-liter DOHC 32-valve V8 engine, producing 315 horsepower and 390 lb-ft of torque, mated to a refined 5-speed automatic transmission.  All QX56 all-wheel drive models feature an advanced, All-Mode full-time design with infinitely variable torque split (maximum 50:50 front/rear).
 
 The new INFINITI QX56 also offers bold, advanced exterior and interior styling, with a large, INFINITI-style grille, xenon headlamps and LED taillight treatment, along with a sophisticated and refined look and feel inside.  The QX56 provides outstanding second row roominess, fold-flat 2nd and 3rd row seating, Sojourner® leather-appointed seating and a full-length overhead console with available DVD entertainment system.
 
 The new QX56's advanced safety technology features include standard supplemental curtain air bags for side-impact and rollover protection for all three rows, Advanced Air Bag System (AABS), side-impact supplemental air bags (front seat mounted) and Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system with Active Brake Limited Slip (ABLS). 
 
 Highlights of the 2004 INFINITI QX56 premium luxury full-size SUV include:  
 
 Body

Progressive, sophisticated body design with chrome "waterfall" style grille, elegant chrome 7-spoke wheels, unique roof rack finish, body side cladding and integrated towing hardware
High Intensity Discharge (HID) xenon headlights; LED tail and brake lights; integrated halogen fog lamps (in front fascia)
Long wheelbase (123.2 inches) and a highly manageable overall length (206.9 inches)
Chrome front door handles (body color on rear), chrome body side moldings
Dual, power-adjustable heated chrome side mirrors with puddle lamps and two-position memory system
Standard roof rack and running boards
Power-operated flip-out rear quarter windows
Power-operated rear liftgate with opening rear glass
Skid plates for oil pan, transfer case and fuel tank (on AWD models)




 Engine and Driveline

Standard 5.6-liter DOHC V8 producing 315 horsepower at 4,900 RPM and 390 lb-ft of torque at 3,600 RPM
Aluminum block with cast iron cylinder liners, forged steel crankshaft, microfinished crankshaft and camshafts, molybdenum-coated pistons, 6-bolt main bearing caps, single-stage timing chain
Standard 5-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission with tow/haul modes for enhanced performance and fuel efficiency, gated floor shifter for enhanced shift control when towing&nbsp;
Fully boxed, high-strength steel frame
Full-time all-wheel drive system with RWD/4H/4LO modes, electronically controlled part-time transfer case, 4LO gear (AWD model)
Standard Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) with Brake Activated Limited-Slip Traction Control (includes deactivation switch)
8,900-pounds towing capacity (when properly equipped)
Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) with warning display 




 Suspension, Steering and Braking

Double-wishbone front suspension with stabilizer bar
Independent double-wishbone rear suspension with stabilizer bar
Standard rear auto-leveling (air leveling) suspension
Engine-speed-sensitive power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering
7-spoke 18x8J chromed aluminum-alloy wheels and 265/70R18 SUV tires
4-wheel disc brakes with Bosch Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA)




  Interior Features

Modern interior styling with versatile, luxurious design features
Standard fold-flat 2nd row captain’s chairs with integrated armrests, removable 2nd row center console, fold-flat 3rd row bench seat; available fold-flat 2nd row bench seat
Front and 2nd row heated seats
Standard Sojourner® leather-appointed seating surfaces, thick (16-oz.) Tuscano carpeting&nbsp;
2nd row legroom of 41.9 inches
Two 12V power outlets on console, one behind center console, one in rear cargo area (four total in vehicle)
Wood and aluminum steering wheel trim, aluminum instrument panel finisher, Dark Macore or Blonde Apaya real wood trim&nbsp;
Fine Vision instrument illumination and signature INFINITI analog clock
Dual-zone electronically controlled climate control
Rear air conditioning with dual controls (front and rear), rear heater duct
10-way power-adjustable driver's seat, 8-way power front passenger seat
Auto Driving Position memory system for pedals, outside mirrors and driver's seat
Standard DVD-based INFINITI Navigation System with 7.0-inch LCD screen
Full-length overhead console with dense lights for each passenger
Fold-down front passenger seat featuring cup holders and recessed “work area”
12 cupholders and bottle holders, some with capability of holding up to 64 oz. bottles
Available DVD Family Entertainment System with two wireless headphones and remote control
Bose® audio system with 10 speakers, AM/FM/6-CD autochanger, steering wheel mounted controls and dual media capability&nbsp;
Standard adjustable brake and accelerator pedals with transmission interlock and memory function
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
Available Intelligent Cruise Control and RearView Monitor (option package)




 Safety and Security

Standard supplemental curtain air bags for side impact and rollover protection for all three rows
Standard side-impact supplemental air bags (front seat mounted)
Advanced Air Bag System (AABS) with dual-stage front supplemental air bags with seat belt sensors and a front passenger occupant classification sensor&nbsp;
Zone Body construction with front and rear crushable zones
3-point front seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters
3-point seat belts for all rear seat occupants, including center position
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) child seat anchor system
Rear Proximity Sensor (reverse sonar)




 Models and Manufacturing

Available in one fully equipped model in choice of rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configurations
Assembled by Nissan North America Manufacturing Canton Mississippi Plant




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