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2003 Infiniti FX35 & FX45 Road Test

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Khatir Soltani
2003 Infiniti FX35 & FX45 Road Test - Very Special FX

Before we get started let's get one thing perfectly clear. Infiniti's new FX isn't for everyone. Not all will appreciate its dramatic styling while many will be intimidated by its unparalleled performance. To those seeking a soft, squishy, generic SUV, go elsewhere. But if a well-balanced combination of sports car driving dynamics and SUV utility is an important factor in your next new vehicle purchase, look no further than your Infiniti dealership.

Get real! Sports car handling in an SUV? I can appreciate the cynicism. We've all been subjected to the marketing hype surrounding sport utilities claiming sport sedan-like handling only to be disappointed when finally experiencing an unbalanced, top-heavy, wallowing appliance more akin to a middle-of-the-road minivan than anything with performance pretensions. For all intents and purposes only a handful can compete directly with top sports sedans in handling and maneuverability, led by BMW's impressive X5 up until this year.
Khatir Soltani
Khatir Soltani
Automotive expert
  • Over 6 years experience as a car reviewer
  • Over 50 test drives in the last year
  • Involved in discussions with virtually every auto manufacturer in Canada