2004 INFINITI FX45 consumer reviews

2004 Infiniti fx45 - owned 4 years now. 120k-180k miles. Wow where do I start. Infiniti’s first sports coupe/SUV rendition before it became the automotive category what we refer to today- sports coupe. An incredible vehicle I’ve owned that 20 years later the styling looks just as good if not better than most modern cars you see on the road today. This vehicle has earned a stellar review. This car has never left me stranded. The upgrade V8 engine leaves a smile on my face every time I start it up. This SUV moves when you put your foot on the gas. Unreal the performance and technology and reliability you get with this car for it being 2004. The ride quality is comfortable even on rough roads. It is hard not to speed in this thing boasting over 300 horsepower. This SUV has overcome all the weather from cold to hot New York threw at it. There was never a time this car got stuck in snow. I’ve traveled 20+ miles to work in a blizzard in this thing and powered through no problem. The snow mode works great. I’ve driven in over 5ft of snow and have never gotten stuck. The V8 power with the optioned AWD system secures you to the road and gives the driver a feeling of safety and security. For example, you can be driving in wet conditions on the highway and speed does not falter with the AWD system. Confidence in going higher speed in snowy weather while still retaining control. Some great options my FX has: navigation, leather seats, heated front seats, auto up/down all windows, radar cruise control (works great to this day), stock fold down rear entertainment screen, and one of my personal favorites - the stock 20 in. Wheels. Yes Infiniti gave the FX - production date starting 2003 - stock 20 in. Wheels. Absolutely madness. Love it.

I really like the interior just wish I knew the radiator had a crack in it other then that it is a very great car

I'm the second owner of a 2004 Fx45, i bought this car 9 years ago and have 2 other cars but this one is still the most versatile. I live in Chicagoland and I do approx 3000 miles a month, the winters here are mental, i've driven through 3 foot snow, when all cars were abandoned and thorough localized flooding approx 1-1/12 feet. The car will power through snow with "Snow Mode" and not slip. Not a lot goes wrong on this car but if something does it costs $300 dollars and upwards. i end up servicing the vehicle exclusively through Infiniti almost every 12,000 miles, which costs around $500 but they do the little things to your car that make it feel like you're driving it off the showroom floor. Unbelievably the car takes a beating (weather wise) with the frigid winters, ice and localized flooding and the car just keeps on going. My vehicle has over 220,000 miles and is still fast and comfortable and looks great. I also drive a new Benz, but prefer the comfort of this car.

FX 45's fly. I've been craving one of these ever since I saw the burnout videos on Youtube. Wish I had a plane to bring it back to NY:) Good luck!

Over the years we have spoiled ourselves with way too many cars. However, we've experienced enough to know what is good. Our FX45 is absolutely wonderful. So wonderful, that we want one a piece. So in about a year, mine will be passed down, and I will get another/newer one. We only want the original body style, though. It will take a long time to warm-up to the current look. I especially look forward to long trips (to Maine). Confidence at high speeds is such a great feeling. My only complaint is the cost of new tires. At $300 each, it becomes more than a pollyanna christmas gift. Otherwise, a most enjoyable car.

If you don't like the stares, then this ain't for you. Infiniti just has that "cool" factor in which you can drive a luxury, but not have to be old. The versatility of an SUV, but the performance and drive of a sports vehicle (G35 to be more specific). Great vehicle!

There really isn't much out there that comes close. Here are the Reasons 1. It handles like a G35 coupe/ Nissan 350Z 2. Gives you the versatility of a stationwagon or hatchback 3. One of the most advanced 4WD/RWD platforms on the market. 4. Rock Solid Reliablility 5. Japanese Low-Maintenance (No-Maintainance) 6. Inexpensive to own and a Thrill Ride to drive. My first impressions of this vehicle were "This thing must defy the laws of physics because an SUV or Crossover should not be this fast and handle like a car half of its size" I was sold after the test drive but, the navigation, reverse rear camera, 20 inch wheels and overall versatility were just icing on the cake. The other cool thing about this car IF you get the navigation is the ability to see and control virtually all of the vehicles electronic systems. For example you can see your realtime fuel economy and figure out who much idle control you need while driving to achieve 20 MPG. On the same token you can see exactly when and where your wasting gas by your lead foot habits. The birds eye view of the navigation is phenonmenal and there is too much info to go into concerning the amount of features you can control but this vehicle is "Complete" to say the least. The only reason this vehicle gets a 9 and not a 10 is because it doesn't have the fit and finish in the interior of a Lexus or mercedes and isn't as fast as a Porsche Cayenne Turbo (0-60 in about One Second quicker. ) With that being said, Lexus doesn't have anything that even comes close (RX330 forget about it, not fun to drive) Lexus vehicles are great but they ARE NOT drivers cars and ................$300 Oil changes combined with the monthly car payment of a $90,000 dollar Porsche all for a just about a One Second difference faster from 0 to 60 make buying one a very impractical idea. The FX45 is half the price of a Cayenne Turbo ( not to be forgoten is that this vehicle is faster than the Cayenne, Cayenne S every BMX X5 including the most recent 2007 models) You can't go wrong with this vehicle but, if you buy it I strongly recommend getting the technology package including Navigation, rear camera and all the extras. In Conclusion, you guessed it, I love the Car.