Bold 2nd Gen Infiniti FX Arrives in Geneva

Complementing Infiniti's three-model strong lineup in Europe (G, EX, M) will be

With the X6 pending, there's no rest for the FX. So, they've made it a whole lot better. (Photo: Infiniti)

the new second-generation FX sport utility vehicle. The aggressive, potent original, likened to a “bionic cheetah”, was a sensation, delivering a driving experience that has gone practically unmatched to date.

Looking angrier than ever, Infiniti has revised the FX's curvy, taut styling to reduce wind resistance, which is now down to a car-like 0.35 cd. To keep the FX looking beautiful year after year it is available with Nissan's self-healing “Scratch Shield” paint, which actually repairs itself. On the inside the FX's cabin remains familiar, with the same double-wave instrument panel, but with new controls and a new steering wheel.

The top of the line V8-powered FX is now the FX50, thanks to a brand new 5.0-liter V8 engine that delivers 380+ horsepower, 368 lb-ft of torque, and has a redline of 6,900 rpm. The new engine is mated to a brand new seven-speed automatic transmission, and features magnesium paddles for manual mode

New V8 meets 7-speed auto, and some very angry styling all in one place. (Photo: Infiniti)

shifting.

The FX is looking to remain as one of the best-handling sport utility vehicles on the market, aided by ATESSA active all-wheel drive and active rear-wheel steering, an item that's been borrowed from the G37 Coupe. Infiniti has also improved comfort levels, adding adaptive damping, and has fitted lightweight forged 21-inch alloy wheels to help improve the SUV's ride quality.

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