2004 Infiniti - Charting thre changes

Coming off a banner year in 2003 – marked by record sales and a long list of product accolades and awards – Infiniti enters the new model year with no intention of slowing down. In 2004, Infiniti continues its new product blitz with the arrival early in the calendar year of its biggest introduction yet, an all-new full-size luxury SUV. The full-size SUV will become the fourth V8-powered rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive product in the Infiniti lineup, along with the Q45 and M45 sedans and FX45 premium crossover SUV.

Infiniti will also continue to be a major player in the performance-oriented V6 category, led by the 2003 Motor Trend Car of the Year G35 Sport Coupe and G35 Sport Sedan, as well as the popular I35 luxury sedan and FX35 premium crossover SUV. Infiniti will also continue to be a leader in the automotive industry with its ongoing development of new automotive technology.

Following is an overview of Infiniti Division products for the 2004 model year:

Infiniti Q45 Performance Luxury Sedan

In 2003, Infiniti's flagship Q45 sedan received a number of key enhancements, including a revised final drive gear ratio for better acceleration feel, revised grille, headlight and rear end finisher appearance, new exterior colors, standard heated front seats, available climate controlled seats (heating and cooling) for driver and front passenger (Premium Package) and optional satellite radio. For 2004, the Q45 carries over relatively unchanged, continuing to offer an exhilarating driving experience from its innovative 340-horsepower 4.5-liter V8 engine, 4-wheel independent suspension and an enthusiast’s dream list of state-of-the-art technology. The Q45 also offers dramatic exterior styling and a spacious, driver-oriented luxury interior.

Enhancements to the 2004 Q45 include: • New exterior color – Royal Pewter (replacing Royal Cabernet) • Standard RearView Monitor for all models (previously available only on Premium model) • Revised manual shift mode operation for standard 5-speed automatic transmission

Infiniti M45 Performance Sedan

For 2004, the powerful 4.5-liter V8-equipped M45 again offers a level of attributes and features not found in similarly priced 6-cylinder equipped competitive models. Like the Q45, with which it shares many of its standard performance components, the M45 provides drivers with an astonishing driving experience from its advanced 340-horsepower DOHC V8 engine, 5-speed automatic transmission, 4-wheel independent suspension and rear-wheel drive.

The M45 interior receives a driver's seat two-position memory system, electrochromic auto-dimming rearview mirror, HomeLink Universal Transceiver, and electronic compass as standard equipment (previously available as the Comfort and Convenience Package). New for 2004 is a Navigation / Voice Recognition Package which features Infiniti’s DVD Navigation system and voice recognition system.

Enhancements to the 2004 M45 include: • New exterior colors – Desert Platinum (replacing Golden Sand) and Twilight Blue • 6-disc, slot-loading CD changer now in-dash (changed from glove compartment cartridge type) • Standard 2-position driver's seat memory system (driver's seat, mirrors, steering wheel tilt and telescope) • Standard heated remote outside mirrors with selectable reverse tilt-down function • Electrochromic driver's side outside rearview mirror and inside rearview mirror • Inside rearview mirror with standard compass and HomeLink universal transceiver features • Standard full-size spare wheel/tire • Tire Pressure Monitor System with warning light now standard on all 2004 models • New optional Navigation/Voice Recognition Package with larger 7.0-inch LCD display and voice recognition technology • Improved manual shift mode operation for standard 5-speed automatic transmission

Infiniti FX Premium Crossover SUV

Launched in January 2003, the FX45 and FX35 continue in 2004 with their aggressive styling, outstanding performance and luxury car comfort. The all-wheel drive FX45 maintains its 315-horsepower 4.5-liter DOHC V8 (based on the Infiniti Q45 powerplant) and features standard 20-inch wheels and tires, leather-appointed seats and a sport-tuned 4-wheel independent suspension. Also available is the 280-horsepower 3.5-liter V6-equipped FX35, in all-wheel or optional rear-wheel drive. Both the FX45 and FX35 provide highly personalized interior environments with cockpit-like styling, sport-styled 8-way power front seats, extensive use of real aluminum trim accents, and available RearView Monitor, Intelligent Key, Tire Pressure Monitor System and Intelligent Cruise Control.

Enhancements to the 2004 FX45/FX35 include: • Refinements added to the suspension for improved ride comfort • New 8-way power passenger seat (replaces previous 4-way design), new inside door handle lamp • Available aluminum roof rails and 20-inch chrome-plated wheels • New dark silver metallic finish added to 20-inch wheels (for non-chrome wheels) • Snow-Mode function added (shifts throttle input algorithm in low-speed slippery road conditions once activated by driver for enhanced traction) • Standard HVAC air filter on all models • Engine will meet LEV2 standard for emission control (beginning with October production – FX35 only) • New optional equipment package content availability

Infiniti G35 Sport Coupe

Designed from the ground up on the racing-inspired FM (Front Mid-ship) platform, the Infiniti G35 Sport Coupe offers all of the advanced technology, leading-edge design and luxury amenities of the Infiniti G35 Sport Sedan but in a stylish, two-door body. The G35 Sport Coupe features a long list of standard performance features, including a 280 horsepower 3.5-liter DOHC V6 mated to a choice of a 6-speed manual transmission or 5-speed electronically controlled automatic with manual shift mode. The G35 Sport Coupe receives minor enhancements for the 2004 model year.

Enhancements to the 2004 G35 Sport Coupe include: • New front center console for Coupe Leather 6M/T model (adds center armrest and an additional front cupholder) • Improved standard 6-disc CD changer (with faster operation) • Standard Tire Pressure Monitor System • Engine will meet LEV2 standard for emission control (beginning with October production) • Twilight Blue exterior color added

. Infiniti G35 Sport Sedan

The 2004 G35 Sport Sedan expresses Infiniti’s bold new direction of combining leading-edge design and technology, driver-oriented performance and a high level of luxury. The G35 comes standard with a 260-horsepower 3.5-liter V6, 5-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode or close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission, 4-wheel independent multi-link suspension and rear-wheel drive.

Enhancements to the 2004 G35 Sport Sedan include: • Standard heated outside mirrors on all models • 17-inch wheels now standard on all models • Improved standard 6-disc CD changer (with faster operation) • Standard Tire Pressure Monitor System • Standard rear limited-slip differential on Leather 6MT model • Heated front seats and 4-way power front passenger's seat standard on Leather, Leather 6M/T models • Engine will meet LEV2 standard for emission control (beginning with October production) • Two new exterior colors – Diamond Graphite, Twilight Blue (previously available)

Infiniti I35 Luxury Performance Sedan

The popular I35 sedan, introduced as a new model for the 2002 model year, receives several additions for 2004, including standard sunroof, power rear sunshade and body side sills on all models. It continues to offer outstanding performance from its 255-horsepower 3.5-liter V6, 4-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission and standard Traction Control System (TCS). The I35 also features elegant styling and a fully equipped luxury interior.

Enhancements to the 2004 I35 include: • New exterior color – Desert Platinum • Standard sunroof, power rear sunshade and side sills

Infiniti Full-Size SUV

Infiniti takes a major step in 2004 with the introduction of its new full-size SUV, which will feature the new 5.6-liter DOHC Endurance V8 and will be assembled at Nissan's newly opened $1.43 billion manufacturing facility in Canton, Mississippi. The Infiniti full-size SUV is scheduled to go on sale in early 2004. More details will be released closer to its launch.