About the Infiniti QX56The Infiniti QX56 is a full-size sport utility vehicle that is designed to carry seven or eight passengers, plus all of their cargo as well. It is a front-engine vehicle that comes standard with rear-wheel drive, but four-wheel drive is an available option. A 5.6-liter, V8 engine makes it possible to tow up to 8,500 pounds with ease and the transmission is well-suited for the task, as well. Designed to be at home in urban settings, this SUV is probably not suitable for drivers looking for serious off-road capabilities.The 5.6-liter, V8 engine delivers an impressive 400 horsepower and 413 pounds of torque. Depending on the interior configuration, the Infiniti QX56 can either accommodate seven or eight passengers. While the third row seat is a little small, it is certainly comfortable enough for children of all ages. A seven-speed automatic transmission moves the vehicle smoothly and is paired with a manual control for drivers that would like to handle the shifting. While the initial models were built based upon the Nissan Armada in the United States, the... View more 2011 model is actually based on a Japanese Nissan model called the Patrol. Although the initial release of the Infiniti QX56 revealed an interior design that many critics described as cheap, the overall vehicle was a success. The 2008 model saw a complete upgrade of the interior materials and a more luxurious feel was achieved. Minor styling changes along the way helped improve the exterior appearance and contributed to the Infiniti QX56's transformation into a high-end vehicle. The 2011 model has been completely redesigned and is now no longer based on a pickup truck chassis, so it is well prepared to compete with the vehicles in its class. With all of the features that come standard on the Infiniti QX56, many vehicles do not have the optional packages that are available. Large alloy wheels, upgraded xenon headlights and a complete camera system are included on every SUV. Handling and appearance packages come with a variety of add-ons, but the most common addition is the active suspension system that helps contribute to the ride quality. A 13-speaker audio system, produced and designed by Bose, is sure to please any audiophile. J.D. Power and Associates has performed their initial quality study on the 2011 model, but did not have enough data to create a reliability rating. Earlier models were given the top rating by Identifix when looking at past mechanical problems and necessary repairs, while the safety ratings on the Infiniti QX56 have been excellent every year. The most recent model is still fairly new, but the new chassis and mechanics appear capable of passing further rigorous testing View less | |||
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