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2009 Infiniti FX Safety Review

July 28, 2008

SAFETY | 9 out of 10

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a Distance Control Assist program can push back lightly on the gas pedal to warn drivers that traffic ahead is slowing down
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No test data
IIHS

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The 2009 Infiniti FX has an extensive array of standard safety gear and some leading-edge safety options. As yet, though, the federal government and private insurance industry groups have not crash tested the new SUV.

ConsumerGuideAuto states, "available safety features include anti-lock brakes, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags." Cars.com reports that "standard safety features include active head restraints, side-impact airbags for the front seats and side curtain airbags for both rows. Traction control, an electronic stability system and four-wheel-disc antilock brakes are also standard."

Cars.com says high-tech options such as Lane Departure Prevention "can scan the road for lane markings and, should the FX Infiniti drift too close, apply light brakes to keep it in its lane." But what's really great is the FX's "advanced cruise control system can bring the vehicle to a complete stop in bumper-to-bumper traffic." The Around View monitor is also an option, as is adaptive cruise control, which allows drivers to program their vehicle to remain a set distance behind cars ahead in the lane.

Conclusion

The 2009 Infiniti FX has an admirable list of safety features, but no testing has been done by the government.

SAFETY | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:a Distance Control Assist program can push back lightly on the gas pedal to warn drivers that traffic ahead is slowing downCars.comNo test dataIIHSNo test dataNHTSA The 2009 Infiniti FX has an extensive array of standard safety gear and some leading-edge safety options. As yet, though, the federal government and private insurance industry groups have not crash tested the new SUV. ConsumerGuideAuto states, "available safety features include anti-lock brakes, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags." Cars.com reports that "standard safety features include active head restraints, side-impact airbags for the front seats and side curtain airbags for both rows. Traction control, an electronic stability system and four-wheel-disc antilock brakes are also standard." Cars.com says high-tech options such as Lane Departure Prevention "can scan the road for lane markings and, should the FX Infiniti drift too close, apply light brakes to keep it in its lane." But what's really great is the FX's "advanced cruise control system can bring the vehicle to a complete stop in bumper-to-bumper traffic." The Around View monitor is also an option, as is adaptive cruise control, which allows drivers to program their vehicle to remain a set distance behind cars ahead in the lane. ConclusionThe 2009 Infiniti FX has an admirable list of safety features, but no testing has been done by the government.  2009 INFINITI FX STYLING | [8 out of 10] Cars.com: "The cabin has the same high dashboard as did the original FX" ConsumerGuideAuto: "the 2009 Infiniti FX is redesigned, gaining freshened styling" Motor Trend: "has Infiniti stepped in the right direction with its FX redesign...?" ...

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Other Choices:

The new BMW X6 has a similar philosophy to the 2009 Infiniti FX--a coupelike body with crossover capability--but it's far more expensive than the FX, and less distinctive, we think. The Land Rover Range Rover Sport is pricey, too, but its creased lines and British heritage stand out in opposition to the Infiniti FX's organically curved body. Volkswagen's Touareg sport-ute seats five and offers a big diesel engine option--and some European cachet--for about the same price as the FX.

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Comments (1 total)

  1. By  Infiniti FX #1, Posted: 12/18/2008

    Infiniti FX

    I work at a Infiniti dealership and compared to the old FX this one takes the cake. At first we really didn't know what to think but after further examination the FX really took it to the next level.

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