Engine: 3.5-liter dohc 24-valve V6

Engine Options: 280-hp 3.5-liter V6; 335-hp 4.5-liter V8

Transmission: 5-speed automatic

Transmission Options: 5-speed automatic

Standard Safety Equipment: Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) electronic stability control; traction control; ABS; EBD; advanced airbag system; dual-stage front airbags, side-impact airbags, front and rear side curtain airbags; tire pressure monitor system

Optional Safety Equipment: pre-crash seat belts; lane departure warning system; preview braking

Basic Warranty: 4 years/60,000 miles

Assembled In: Tochigi, Japan

Model Tested: Infiniti M35 Sport ($42,700)

Standard Equipment: Intelligent Key with push button ignition, Infiniti Voice Recognition, automatic dual-zone air conditioning with outside temperature display, air filtration system, remote keyless entry, xenon high-intensity discharge headlamps, analog clock, power sunroof, AM/FM/cassette sound system with MP3 and in-dash 6-disc CD changer, 10-way power driver's seat, climate controlled front seats, aluminum trim, Bluetooth technology, Vehicle Information System with 7-inch LCD screen tire pressure monitor, power windows with express up/down, leather-wrapped steering wheel with wood trim and audio controls, dual power heated mirrors with memory and automatic reverse tilt, temporary spare tire, rear active steering, 19-inch alloy wheels

Options as Tested: Journey Package (Sport) including upgraded Bose sound system, HomeLink, RearView video monitor, front pre-crash seatbelts, compass ($1,700); Navigation system ($2000)

Destination Charge: 610

Gas Guzzler Tax:

Layout: rear-wheel drive

Horsepower: 280 @ 6200

Torque: 270 @ 4800

Miles Per Gallon in the City/Highway: 18/25

Wheelbase: 114.2 inches

Length/Width/Height in Inches: 192.6/70.8/59.5 inches

Track Front/Rear: 60.2/60.8 inches

Turning Cycle: 36.7 feet

Seating Capacity: 5 people

Head/Hip/Leg Room, f: 39.6/55.1/44.2 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, m: inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, r: 37.8/53.9/37.3 inches

Trunk Volume: 14.9 cubic feet

Payload:

Suspension, f: independent, double wishbone with stabilizer and coil springs

Ground Clearance: 5.3 inches

Curb Weight: 3880 pounds

Towing Capacity: pounds

Tires: 245/40R19

Brakes: disc/disc with ABS, EBD, brake assist

Fuel Capacity: 20.0 Gallons