Infiniti QX56 test drive since 2004 SUV

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In Russia, sales of the new generation Infiniti QX56 began. Outwardly and in terms of technical parameters, the machine is not much different from its predecessor, but its equipment has improved significantly.
 
The smooth, elegant and powerful lines of the QX56 body are accurately recognizable and are fully consistent with the status of the premium model. In the front part, a proprietary chrome grate of the Infiniti radiator and a massive bumper with integrated fog lights are distinguished. The monumental hood hides a powerful V8 engine. Twenty -inch chrome -launched alloy wheels with P275/60R20 tires and overlays on wheel arches emphasize the athletic appearance of the car.
 
The standard equipment includes: rear -view mirrors with electric drive, heating, automatic darkening function, settings memory, integrated space backlighting lamps at the front door and turning indicators; tinted glass of the rear door and near the second and third row of seats; rear opening windows with electric drive; Side footsteps, electric drive and wiper luggage door. In addition, the basic equipment includes front and rear parking sensors, complemented by the rear view camera, which is installed on the number of the license plate and transfers the image of the space behind the vehicle to the liquid crystal monitor of the navigation system.
 
The QX56 of the 2008 model year has been significantly redesigned and is now able to compete with the interiors of the best SUVs and premium vehicles. When decorating the salon, wood, aluminum, stainless steel, leather upholstery of the seats of Sojourner and the carpet of Tuscano seats were used. And QX56 is also distinguished by the largest space for the legs in the second row (1664 mm) and the third row of electric drives folding in a proportion of 60/40.
 
Among the features of the interior of the 2008 model, the backlighting of the control elements on the steering wheel, the backlighting space around the machine, a large locking glove, a new gearbox for a typical five -speed automatic transmission, a standard steering wheel with heating, as well as decorating higher quality, including fabric upholstery front rack.
 
Among the technological improvements, the standard chip key and the new Bose Hi-Fi audio system with 12 columns with a capacity of 300 watts. Manufacturers offer an updated Infiniti Mobile Entertainment system with an enlarged folding eight -inch monitor, two sets of wireless headphones and a remote control. The system allows you to use two media at the same time: for example, front passengers can listen to the radio, and sitting in the second row watch DVD in headphones. The controls of the audio system are located on the steering wheel. There is a connector for connecting USB and MP3.
 
The Modern Fine Vision dashboard provides a clear image of key information. Infiniti, four-zone climate control with electronic control (it is possible to adjust in front and rear), a heat supply channel to the back of the cabin and the standard Infiniti system with a seven-inch crystal display create a luxurious environment. The driver's seat has ten electric drive adjustments, and the front passenger eight. The driver can sit as conveniently as possible due to the ability to adjust the position of the brake and accelerator pedals equipped in the basic configuration with a memory function (is part of the Auto Drive Positioner system, which remembers and includes the position of pedals, rear -view mirrors and driver's seat).
 
In the standard configuration of the salon, two second -row chairs equipped with built -in armrests and a transformable central console can be folded to the floor level. The seats of the third row were raised above the second row to provide passengers with the best overview of the road. In this zone, side safety curtains are installed that protect in the case of a side strike and overturning, as well as individual speakers and an audio system amphone.
 
U The QX56 models of the 2008 Model year are many departments for storing things: the luggage compartment on the roof, the upper console in the front of the cabin, including the compass, a large compartment in the central console with sockets, side pockets and 14 cup holders in different parts of the cabin. The capacity of the luggage compartment with the seats folded by the second and third rows is 1160 liters.
 
If you add the front passenger seat, you can transport long -sized items. To facilitate the transportation of baggage, the QX56 provides ceiling and floor brackets for securing the load in the rear and luggage net.
 
Infiniti engineers managed to combine the best qualities of a luxurious car with an exceptional passenger and freight versatility. In the standard configuration, QX56 is equipped with a DOHC V8 engine with a working volume of 5.6 liters (power 325 liters. At 5200 rpm; torque 533 Nm at 3400 rpm). About 90% of the torque develops at 2500 rpm, which determines magnificent dynamic characteristics.
 
The motor is paired with a five -speed automatic. The mechanism of the gearbox was reinforced to transmit high torque. The transmission has a unique control system, gear shift with variable hydrotransformer and an electronic control unit that optimizing the switching process and reduce fuel consumption.
 
The ALL-Mode 4WD all-wheel drive system redistributes the torque between the axes, guaranteeing optimal traffic clutch.
 
Despite the luxurious complete set, the QX56 remained an honest SUV. The body is installed on the frame (F-alpha) with beams of the box section made of high-strength steel. The smoothness and excellent controllability of the car were achieved thanks to the independent suspension of all wheels with double -tied levers and front and rear reptile stability stabilizers. Protection from the bottom of the crankcase of the engine, fuel tank and handout.
 
Active safety is provided by the steering mechanism of the type of gear-rake with a power steering and changing force depending on the speed of movement, disk brakes with ABS Bosch, an electronic system for distribution of brake efforts (EBD) and a device for braking (BA). Additional stability is guaranteed by a system of dynamic stabilization of a car (VDC) with an active anti -circus system (ABLS), which are included in the standard equipment of any QX56, and an improved self -leveling pneumatic suspension of the rear wheels. It also supports the constant road clearance and corners of the overhangs (even when towing the trailer and transportation of goods), automatically adjusting the air pressure in pneumoballons.
 
The standard QX56 equipment includes alloy wheels with a 20x8J with all -season p275/60r20 Michelin tires.
 
QX56 boasts a decent set of passive safety tools included in the basic configuration, including an improved AABS system with two -stage pillows of the driver’s safety and front passenger, seat belt sensors and the presence sensor of the front passenger, active front seats, additional curtains of safety curtains in the roof to protect the head With lateral strikes and overturning (for all three rows of seats), airbags to protect against side strokes in the front seats, etc. In addition, the car has a multi -zone design of the body with the front and rear zones of deformation and steel transverse beams in the doors.
 
In Russia, the prices for Infiniti QX56 start from the mark of 2 million 489 thousand rubles. Summing up, we can say that everything that you can dream about is concentrated in this machine. QX56 is expensive, but it costs invested funds.
 
Specifications
 
Working engine volume, cubic meter. cm 5552
The number and location of the cylinders, the gas distribution mechanism V8 DOHC, 32V
Maximum power, L.S./kW 325/239 at 5200 rpm
Maximum torque, NM 533 at 3400 rpm
Maximum speed, km/h 180
Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, from 7.8
Equipped mass, kg 2675.3
Fuel tank capacity, l 105
Clearance, mm 270
Wheel base, mm 3130
Dimensions, mm
length
width
height
5255
2015
1997,7
Track, mm
Front
The back
1715
1715
Fuel consumption, l/100 km
City cycle
Country cycle
Mixed cycle
21,9
11,5
15.3
 

Source: Magazine Cars and Prices No. 51, December 24, 2007.

Infiniti QX56 test drives since 2004