Infiniti's 2008 EX - a new five-passenger crossover with a "performance coupe soul" - goes on sale in December after its first public showing this week at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.
The new crossover vehicle will share a drivetrain with other vehicles from Nissan's "FM" rear-drive architecture. That means a 3.5-liter V-6, in this version with more than 290 horsepower and something Nissan calls the "Infiniti Swell" acceleration feel. The V-6 is mated to a five-speed automatic with sport mode, adaptive shifting, and a manual gate.
The EX sports an independent suspension all around, with double control arms up front and a multi-link rear. The control arms are crafted from aluminum alloys, and shock absorbers are tuned for sporty handling. The steering rack is speed-sensitive, and the four-wheel disc brakes have anti-lock control. Standard 17-inch wheels can be subbed out for 18-inch, eight-spoke alloys with 55-series tires.
Inside, the EX has a flexible seating arrangement, with an eight-way power driver seat and a four-way power passenger seat up front. Those seats can be ordered with memory control and can be heated. The second-row seats are split 60/40, and a power-folding function is available. A power sunroof is another option, as are xenon headlamps and Bluetooth connectivity.
When it goes on sale at the end of the year, the EX may be the first vehicle to sport two new technologies aimed at reducing accidents. The first, an Around View Monitor, uses small front, side and rear- mounted cameras to project an all-around view of potential objects on every side of the vehicle - helping reduce blind spots when parking.
The Lane Departure Prevention system builds on the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system that is currently available on the Infiniti FX and M. Rather than just use an audible/visual warning system to alert the driver of unintentional vehicle movement outside the designated lane, the LDP uses the vehicle's Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system to help assist the driver in maintaining lane position if the vehicle starts to drift outside the lane.
Both Lane Departure Prevention and the LDW systems use a small camera installed behind the windshield to detect lane markers in front of the vehicle and calculate its position relative to lane markers and warn the driver of lane drift (pending lane change without use of the turn signal) with a visual display and audible buzzer. If the driver does not return the vehicle in the direction of the center of the travel lane, the LDP system assists the driver by using gentle control (generating part of the necessary yaw movement), using the VDC's brake actuator to control the brake pressure of each individual wheel to generate the intended movement.
Dual front, side, and curtain airbags are standard, as are tire pressure monitors, anti-lock brakes, and traction and stability control.
The EX's lavish interior will sport an analog clock and a choice of black lacquer or wood trim, and a seven-inch color display. The leather-wrapped steering wheel can be outfitted with audio/entertainment controls. XM is standard, while a navigation system and a 9.3-GB music hard drive system are optional, as is a Burr-Brown audio system with two subwoofers, a six-disc CD changer, and iPod connectivity.
Infiniti says the EX35 will come in four models: a rear-drive version with a cloth interior, an all-wheel-drive model with a cloth interior, a rear-driver Journey model (which includes a sunroof, leather, power second-row seat, front and rear park assist, and automatic headlamps) and an all-wheel-drive Journey edition. Packages will include wood trim, the navigation system, and roof rails.
Servotronic Power Vehicle Speed Sensing Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering
Power Tilt Steering Column
Suspension
Independent Double Pivot Strut Front Suspension With Coil Springs, Twin-Tubed Gas Charged Shock Absorbers and Sport Ride Type
Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Coil Springs, Twin-Tubed Gas Charged Shock Absorbers and Sport Ride Type
Active Roll Stabilization Rear Stabilizer Bar
Electrical
110-Amp/Hour Battery
Front Power Outlet
170-Amp Alternator
Front Cigarette Lighter
Delayed Power Retention Operates Windows
Audio and Telephone Pre-Wiring
Braking & Traction
4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes
Front Power 348-mm Ventilated Disc and Rear Power 345-mm Ventilated Disc Brakes
Electronic Brake Assistance
Corner Brake Control
Traction Control
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) Vehicle Stability Control System Operated Via ABS and Traction Control
Safety
Front Passenger and Rear Automatic Locking Retractors
Emergency Fuel Shut-Off Device
Front Power Seatbelt Height Adjusters
Automatic Safety Rollbar
Trunk Anti-Trap Device
Electronic Parking Aid With Alarm and Ultra-Sonic Sensors
Driver Airbag With Dual Threshold and Dual Stage Deployment
Door Mounted Front Side Airbags
Knee Airbags
Front Passenger Airbag With Dual Threshold and Dual Stage Deployment
Front and Rear Crumple Zones
Front and Rear 3-Point Seatbelts
Front Pretensioners With Force Limiters
Side Guard Door Beams
Anti-Theft & Locks
Radio Anti-Theft
Driver Heated Exterior Door Lock
Power Door Locks Operated Via Remote
Selective Locking/Unlocking Via Remote
Valet Lockout
Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Alarm, Double Locking, Engine Immobilizer and Interior Monitoring
Remote Controls & Remote Releases
3-Function Universal Garage Door Opener
Keyless Entry Operated Via Key Fob
Multi-Function Remote Operates Anti-Theft, Door Lock/Unlock, Panic Alarm, Power Windows and Trunk
Panic Alarm
Remote Decklid Release Located Inside Vehicle and On Multi-Function Remote
Seats
Theater Style Rear Seating
Easy Entry Seat Device
Driver Power Seat Adjusts 8 Ways Total
Front Dual Power Headrests
Passenger Power Seat Adjusts 8 Ways Total
Front Dual Power Lumbar Support
Rear Bucket Seats With Adjustable Headrests
Front Dual Bucket Seats With Adjustable Seat Height, 3-Position Driver Power Memory and Adjustable Headrests
Dakota Leather Seats
Storage
Covered Lower Console Storage Located On Floor
4 Cargo Area Tiedowns
Front and Rear Cupholders
Front Dual Door Mounted Storage
Glovebox With Rechargeable Take-Out Flashlight
Front Dual Seatback Storage Pockets
Front Locking Storage
Instrumentation
Digital Clock
Cruise Control
Engine Start/Stop Button
Service Interval Indicator
Oil Temperature Gauge
Trip Computer
Compass
Exterior Temperature Gauge
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls For Audio, Cruise Control and Wireless Enabled Devices
Tachometer
Tire Pressure Monitor
Interior Lighting
Front Dual Reading Lights
Exterior Lighting
Front Halogen Foglights
Variable Intensity Brake Lights
Perimeter Lighting
Adaptive Xenon High Intensity Discharge Headlights With Auto-Leveling
Automatic Headlights
Retractable Headlight Washers
Entertainment, Communication & Navigation
AM/FM Radio With 8 Speakers Total; CD Player; MP3 Player
BMW Assist Telematics Includes Automatic Collision Notification, Concierge Services, Emergency Response, Navigation, Personal Calling, Points Of Interest, Reservations and Roadside Assistance For 12-Months At No Charge
Vehicle Location System
2 Subwoofers
In-Glass Diversity Radio Antenna
Radio Data System
Wireless Communication Access For Bluetooth(R) Enabled Devices
Auxiliary Audio Input Jack
DVD Navigation Aid With Voice Activation and Real Time Traffic Information
Sunroof/Moonroof & Removable/Convertible Top
Power Soft Convertible Top
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
HVAC Rest Mode
Automatic Climate Control
Interior Charcoal Air Filter
Separate Driver/Front Passenger Climate Controls
Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering
Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin and Trunk
Color-Keyed Front Carpeted Floor Mats
Dakota Leather Located On Doors
Sport Leather Steering Wheel
Wheels & Tires
SBRP245/45R18 All-Season Tires
Alloy Wheels, 18-In. X 8-In.
Run Flat Tires
Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
Front Dual Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
Power Window Lockout/Override
Rear Window Defroster
Front Dual Sunvisors
Tinted Glass Includes Green Band On Upper Windshield
Glass Rear Window On Convertible
Electrochromic Interior Rearview Mirror
Heated Washer System
Dual Body Color Power Folding Power Adjustable Heated Electrochromic Exterior Rearview Mirrors With 3-Position Driver Memory and Passenger Automatic Tilt-Down
Power Windows With One-Touch Up, One-Touch Down and Pinch Protection
5-Speed Electronically Controlled Automatic Transmission With Overdrive and Tow/Haul Mode
Steering
Power Rack and Pinion Steering
Tilt Steering Column
Suspension
Independent Short-and-Long Arm Front Suspension With Heavy Duty Gas-Charged Shock Absorbers and Coil Springs
Live Rear Suspension With Heavy Duty Gas-Charged Shock Absorbers and Longitudinal Leaf Springs
Front Stabilizer Bar
Electrical
600-CCA Battery
3 Front Power Outlets, 1 Integrated With Cigarette Lighter
Drive-By-Wire Control For Throttle
Cigarette Lighter With Illuminated Ashtray
Delayed Power Retention
Braking & Traction
4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes
Front Power 353-mm X 36-mm Vented Disc and Rear Power 353-mm X 30-mm Solid Disc Brakes
Electronic Brake Force Distribution
Safety
Front Seatbelt Height Adjusters
Rear 3-Point Center Seatbelt
Driver Airbag With Multi-Stage Deployment
Passenger Airbag Cutoff Sensor
Passenger Airbag With Multi-Stage Deployment
Crash Sensors Turn On Interior Lights and Unlock Doors
Front and Rear Outboard 3-Point Seatbelts With Front Center Lap Belt
Front Pretensioners With Force Limiters
Side Guard Door Beams
Anti-Theft & Locks
Child Safety Door Locks Located On Rear Doors
Power Door Locks
Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Alarm and Sentry Key(R) Engine Immobilizer
Remote Controls & Remote Releases
HomeLink(R) Universal Garage Door Opener Located In Overhead Console
Keyless Entry Operated Via Key Fob
Multi-Function Remote Operates Door Lock/Unlock, Illuminated Entry and Anti-Theft
Seats
Rear 60/40 Split Folding Reclining Bench Seat With Manually Adjustable Headrests and Fold-Down Armrest
Front Dual Manual Lumbar Support
Front Driver Power Seat Adjusts 6 Ways Total
Front Passenger Power Seat Adjusts 6 Ways Total
Front 40/20/40 Split Folding Reclining Heated Bench Seat With Adjustable Seat Height, Adjustable Headrests and Fold-Down Armrest
Leather Seats
Storage
Cargo Area Tiedowns
Coinholder
2 Front and 2 Rear; 4 Cupholders Total
Front and Rear Door Mounted Storage
Illuminated Glovebox
Folding Flat Load Floor Storage
Front Center Business Console Armrest Storage
Front Center Seat Cushion Underseat Storage
Lower Console Storage Located On Floor
Instrumentation
Cruise Control
Audible Warnings Include Beltalert Seatbelts Unfastened
Battery Gauge
Oil Pressure Gauge
Trip Computer
Compass
Exterior Temperature Gauge
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls For Cruise Control and Audio
Tachometer
Interior Lighting
Front and Rear Reading Lights
Engine Compartment Light
Illuminated Entry
Exterior Lighting
Front Foglights
Pickup Truck Cargo Box Light
Halogen Headlights
Entertainment, Communication & Navigation
Radio Antenna
AM/FM Radio With Infinity(R) Speaker System and 7 Speakers Total; 6-Disc CD Changer Integrated With Radio; MP3 Player; Sirius Satellite Radio (1-Year Service Included; Service Unavailable In Alaska or Hawaii)
Auxiliary Audio Input Jack
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Manual Air Conditioning
Rear HVAC Ducts
Separate Driver/Front Passenger Climate Controls
Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering
Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin
Power Adjustable Foot Pedals
Bright Trim and Woodgrain Bezel Located On Instrument Panel
Leather Steering Wheel
Doors
Fold-Down Tailgate
Removable Tailgate
Wheels & Tires
Underbody Tire Carrier
SBRLT265/70R17E BSW, All-Season Tires
Chrome Alloy Wheels, 17-In. X 8-In.
Full-Size Spare Tire
Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
Front Dual Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
Power Window Lockout/Override
Front Dual Sunvisors
Tinted Glass
Electrochromic Interior Rearview Mirror
Power Sliding Rear Pickup Truck Window
Rear Privacy Glass
Dual Folding Power Adjustable Heated Exterior Rearview Mirrors
6-Speed Electronically Controlled Adaptive, Manually Interactive Automatic Transmission With Overdrive
Manually Interactive Automatic Transmission
Steering
Power Telescopic Steering Column
Automatic Tilt Away Steering Column
2-Position Memory Steering Column
Heated Steering Wheel
Magnasteer(R) Power Speed Sensing Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering
Power Tilt Steering Column
Suspension
Adaptive Variable Suspension
Independent Front Suspension With Springs and Shock Absorbers
Independent Rear Suspension With Springs and Shock Absorbers
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Electrical
Battery
2 Front Power Outlets, 1 Integrated With Cigarette Lighter
Drive-By-Wire Control For Throttle
Battery Saver
Cigarette Lighter With Ashtray
Delayed Power Retention
Braking & Traction
Automatic Release Parking Brake
4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes
Front Power Disc and Rear Power Disc Brakes
All-Speed Traction Control
StabiliTrak(R) Vehicle Stability Control System
Safety
Automatic Locking Retractors
Trunk Anti-Trap Device
Rear Electronic Parking Aid With Alarm, Audio-Visual Sensors and Ultrasonic Sensors
Driver Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment
Front Side Airbags With Head Protection
Passenger Airbag Cutoff Sensor
Passenger Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment
Crash Sensor Sends GPS Signal
Front 3-Point Seatbelts
Front Dual Pretensioners
Side Guard Door Beams
Anti-Theft & Locks
Theftlock(R) Radio Anti-Theft
Vehicle Anti-Lockout
OnStar(R) Stolen Vehicle Tracking
Power Decklid Locks/Unlocks Via Multi-Function Remote
Programmable Power Door Locks
Locking Fuel Filler Door
Selective Locking/Unlocking
Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Alarm
Remote Controls & Remote Releases
3-Function HomeLink(R) Universal Garage Door Opener
Card Key
Keyless Entry Operated Via Key Fob
Multi-Function Remote Operates Door Lock/Unlock, Trunk and Anti-Theft
Panic Button
Remote Trunk Release
Remote Fuel Door Release
Seats
Driver Power Seat Adjusts 8 Ways Total
Front Passenger Power Seat Adjusts 8 Ways Total
Front Dual Power Lumbar Support
Front Dual Reclining Heated Cooled Bucket Seats With Adjustable Seat Height, 2-Position
Driver Memory and Integral Headrests
Leather Seats
Storage
Covered Lower Console Storage Located On Floor
Coinholder
2 Cupholders Total
Front Dual Door Mounted Storage
Lockable and Illuminated Glovebox
Cargo Net
Instrumentation
Digital Clock
Voice Activated Controls For Navigation System and Audio
Service Interval Indicator
Battery Gauge
Oil Pressure Gauge
Trip Computer
Compass
Interior Temperature Gauge
Instrumentation Displayed On Windshield
Intelligent Cruise Control
Exterior Temperature Gauge
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls For Audio and Cruise Control
Tachometer
Tire Pressure Monitor
Interior Lighting
Front Dual Map Lights
Trunk Light
Engine Compartment Light
Illuminated Entry Located On Side Stepwell
Delayed Courtesy Light
Exterior Lighting
Front Foglights
Adaptive Low Beam and High Beam High Intensity Discharge Headlights
Daytime Running Lights
Automatic Headlights With Automatic On and Dusk Sensor
Headlight Washers
Entertainment, Communication & Navigation
OnStar(R) Telematics System With 12 Months Directions and Connections Plan Includes Navigation, Automatic Collision Notification, Concierge Services, Emergency Response, Personal Calling, Remote Unlocking, Roadside Assistance, Security System Notification, Stolen Vehicle Tracking and Vehicle Diagnostics
AM/FM Radio With Bose(R) Sound System and 9 Speakers Total; 6-Disc CD Changer; XM(R) Satellite Radio
In-Glass Radio Antenna
Equalizer
Subwoofer
Radio Data System
OnStar(R) Personal Calling Hands-Free Telephone
Telephone Antenna
GPS and DVD Navigation Aid With 6.5-In. Color Touch Screen
Power Vehicle Speed Sensing Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering
Tilt Steering Column
Suspension
AIRmatic Adaptive Variable Suspension
Front and Rear Automatic Load Leveling
Independent Double Wishbone Front Suspension With Anti-Dive Geometry, Air Springs and Gas Charged Shock Absorbers
Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Anti-Squat, Alignment Control, Air Springs and Gas Charged Shock Absorbers
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Electrical
Battery
2 Front Power Outlets, 1 Integrated With Cigarette Lighter
Drive-By-Wire Control For Throttle
1 Rear Seat Power Outlet and 1 Cargo Area Power Outlet
Telephone, Audio, Portable Media Player and Navigation Pre-Wiring
Braking & Traction
Full-Time 4-Wheel Drive
Self-Locking Hubs
Transfer Case
4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes
Front Power 351-mm X 32-mm Vented Disc and Rear Power 330-mm X 22-mm Vented Disc Brakes
Brake Assist Electronic Brake Assistance
Electronic Brake Force Distribution
Hill Start Control
4-Wheel Electronic Traction System (4-ETS+) All-Speed Traction Control Controlled By ABS and Engine Management
Electronic Stability Program (ESP(R)) Vehicle Stability Control System Operated Via Engine Power Reduction, ABS and Traction Control Measures Steering Wheel Angle/Direction, Yaw Rate, Wheel Speed, and Lateral Acceleration
Safety
Front Seatbelt Height Adjusters
Front and Rear Side Head Curtain Airbags
Second Row 3-Point Center Seatbelt
Seat Mounted Second Row Side Airbags
Driver Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment
First Aid Kit
Seat Mounted Front Side Airbags
Passenger Airbag Cutoff Sensor Activated By Weight
Passenger Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment
Crash Sensor Sends GPS Signal
Front, Second Row and Third Row 3-Point Seatbelts
Front, Second Row and Third Row Pretensioners With Force Limiters
Side Guard Door Beams
Anti-Theft & Locks
Tele Aid Vehicle Theft Tracking
Power Tailgate Locks/Unlocks Via Remote Keyless
Power Door Locks Operated Via Remote and Internal Switch With Automatic Locking
Locking Fuel Filler Door
Selective Locking/Unlocking
Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Alarm, Anti-Lift Sensor, Interior Monitoring and Engine mmobilizer
Remote Controls & Remote Releases
3-Function HomeLink(R) Universal Garage Door Opener
Keyless Entry Operated Via Key Fob
Smartkey(R) Multi-Function Remote Operates Door Lock/Unlock, Liftgate, Fuel Door,
Illuminated Entry, Exterior Lights, Anti-Theft, Power Windows and Panic Alarm
Panic Alarm
Seats
Second Row 60/40 Split Folding Bench Seats With Adjustable Headrests and Fold-Down enter Armrest
Theater Style Rear Seating
Easy Entry Seat
Driver Power Seat Adjusts 8 Ways Total
Front Passenger Power Seat Adjusts 8 Ways Total
Front Driver Power Lumbar Support
MB TEX Vinyl Seats
Third Row 50/50 Power Split Folding Hideaway Bench Seats With Adjustable Headrests
Front Dual Heated Bucket Seats With Adjustable Seat Height and Adjustable Headrests
Storage
Covered Lower Console Storage Located On Floor
Cargo Area Tie-Down Hooks
2 Front and 4 Rear; 6 Cupholders Total
Front and Rear Door Mounted Storage
Lockable and Illuminated Glovebox
Front Dual Seatback Storage Pockets
Retractable Cargo Area Cover
Exterior Rails
Instrumentation
Analog Clock
Cruise Control
Audible Warnings Include Headlights On and Key-In-Ignition
Maintenance System Plus Service Interval Indicator For Brake Wear
Trip Computer With Average Fuel Consumption, Miles To Empty and Stop Watch
Compass
Exterior Temperature Gauge
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls For Audio, Multi-Function Display, Phone and Transmission
Tachometer
Tire Pressure Monitor
Interior Lighting
Front and Rear Reading Lights
Interior Load Area Light
Illuminated Entry Includes Footwell
Delayed Courtesy Lights
Exterior Lighting
2 Front Halogen Foglights, 1 Rear Foglight
Perimeter Lighting Located On Headlights Activated Via Time Delay
Programmable Daytime Running Lights
Automatic Headlights With Automatic On/Off and Dusk Sensor
Projector Beam Low Beam Halogen Headlights
Entertainment, Communication & Navigation
AM/FM Radio With 80-Watts, Speed Sensitive Volume and 8 Speakers Total; Cassette Player; CD Player; 6-Disc CD Changer Located In Glovebox; MP3 Player
Radio Antenna
Tele Aid Telematics Includes Automatic Collision Notification, Concierge Services, Emergency Response, Roadside Assistance, Security System Notification, Stolen Vehicle Tracking, Remote Unlocking, and Reservations; 12-Months Included At No Charge
Tele Aid Vehicle Location System
Auxiliary Audio Input Jack
Sunroof/Moonroof & Removable/Convertible Top
Rear Glass Sunroof
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Rear HVAC Ducts
Rear Seat HVAC Controls
HVAC Rest Mode
Automatic Climate Control
Interior Dust and Pollen Air Filter
Separate Driver/Front Passenger Climate Controls
Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering
Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin and Cargo Area
Second Row Carpeted Floor Mats
Brown Birdseye Maple Genuine Wood Trim Located On Center Floor Console and Doors
Third Row Carpeted Floor Mats
Front Carpeted Floor Mats
Alloy Trim Located On Center Floor Console, Steering Wheel and Doors
Leather Steering Wheel
Doors
Latching Power Trunk Lid
Wheels & Tires
Compact Spare Tire
SBRP265/60HR18, All-Season Tires
Alloy Wheels, 18-In. X 8.5-In.
Interior Spare Tire Mounted Under Cargo Floor
Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
Front Dual Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
Power Window Lockout
Rear Window Defroster
Manual Sunshade Located On Sunroof
Side and Rear Privacy Glass
Front Dual Sunvisors
Rear Window Intermittent Wiper/Washer
Dual Folding Power Adjustable Heated Signaling Exterior Rearview Mirrors With
Passenger Side Electrochromic
Front and Rear Power Windows With One-Touch Up and One-Touch Down
BMW 3 Series Convertible 335i Standard Features-2007
Transmission
ZF(R) Type G 6-Speed Manual Transmission With Overdrive
Steering
Telescopic Steering Column
Power Engine Speed Sensing Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering
Tilt Steering Column
Suspension
Independent Double Pivot Strut Front Suspension With Coil Springs and Gas Charged Shock Absorbers
Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Coil Springs and Gas Charged Shock Absorbers
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Electrical
70-Amp/Hour Battery
Drive-By-Wire Control For Throttle
Delayed Power Retention Operates Windows
Sirius(R) Satellite Radio, Audio, Telephone and Security Pre-Wiring
Braking & Traction
4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes
Front Power 348-mm Ventilated Disc and Rear Power 336-mm Ventilated Disc Brakes
Electronic Brake Assistance
Electronic Brake Force Distribution
Hill Start Control
Traction Control
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) Vehicle Stability Control System Operated Via ABS,
Engine Power Reduction and Traction Control Measures Steering Wheel Angle, Yaw Rate,
Wheel Speed and Lateral Acceleration
Safety
Front Passenger and Rear Automatic Locking Retractors
Emergency Fuel Shut-Off Device
Front Power Seatbelt Height Adjusters
Automatic Safety Rollbars
Trunk Anti-Trap Device
Driver Airbag With Dual Threshold, Dual Stage Deployment
Seat Mounted Front Side Airbags
Dual Knee Airbags
Passenger Airbag Cutoff Sensor
Passenger Airbag With Dual Threshold, Dual Stage Deployment
Front and Rear Crumple Zones
Front and Rear Outboard 3-Point Seatbelts
Front Pretensioners With Force Limiters
Side Guard Door Beams
Anti-Theft & Locks
Radio Anti-Theft
Power Decklid Lock/Unlock Via Multi-Function Remote
Programmable Power Door Locks Operated Via Remote and Internal Switch
Selective Unlocking Via Remote Keyless Entry
Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Double Locking and Engine Immobilizer
Remote Controls & Remote Releases
Keyless Entry Operated Via Key Fob
Multi-Function Remote Operates Door Lock/Unlock, Exterior Lights, Illuminated Entry,
Power Windows, Convertible Top and Trunk
Remote Trunk Release Located Inside Vehicle and On Multi-Function Remote
Seats
Rear Folding Bench Seat With Manually Adjustable Headrests and Fold-Down Armrest
Easy Entry Seat
Driver Power Seat Adjusts 10 Ways Total
Front Dual Power Headrests
Passenger Power Seat Adjusts 8 Ways Total
Front Dual Reclining Bucket Seats With Adjustable Seat Height, 2-Position Driver Power Memory and Adjustable Headrests
Dakota Leather Seats
Storage
Covered Lower Console Storage Located On Floor
Cargo Area Tiedowns
2 Front and 2 Rear; 4 Cupholders Total
Front Dual Door Mounted Storage
Lockable Glovebox With Rechargeable Take-Out Flashlight
Temperature Controlled Storage Cools Front Console
Front Dual Seatback Storage Pockets
Rear Covered Lower Console Storage
Instrumentation
Digital Clock
Cruise Control
Check Control Vehicle Monitor System With Pictogram Display Warning Lights Include Brake Fluid, Oil Levels, Door or Trunk/Tailgate Ajar, and Defective Interior and Exterior Lighting
Service Interval Indicator For Oil Level
Trip Computer With Miles To Empty and Fuel Range Remaining
Exterior Temperature Gauge
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls For Audio and Phone
8000-RPM Tachometer
Tire Pressure Monitor
Interior Lighting
Front and Rear Reading Lights
Courtesy Lights Include Footwell Lighting and BMW Ambiance Lighting In Doors
Delayed Courtesy Lights
Exterior Lighting
Front Halogen Foglights
Variable Intensity Brake Lights
Programmable Perimeter Lighting Located On Door Handles and Headlights Activated Via Remote
Adaptive Xenon High Intensity Discharge Headlights With Auto-Leveling
Cornering Lights
Programmable Daytime Running Lights
Automatic Headlights
Entertainment, Communication & Navigation
Logic 7 AM/FM Radio With Speed Sensitive Volume, Upgraded Amplification, Surround Sound and 11 Speakers Total; CD Player; MP3 Player
2 Subwoofers
In-Glass Diversity Radio Antenna
Radio Data System (RDS)
Auxiliary Audio Input Jack
Sunroof/Moonroof & Removable/Convertible Top
Power Hard Convertible Top
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Rear HVAC Ducts
Rear Seat HVAC Controls
HVAC Rest Mode
Automatic Climate Control With Sun Sensor
Interior Active Charcoal Air Filter
Separate Driver/Front Passenger Climate Controls
Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering
Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin and Trunk
Dark Burl Walnut Genuine Wood Trim Located On Instrument Panel, Doors and Center Floor Console
Leather Located On Doors, Shift Knob and Steering Wheel
Leather Steering Wheel
Doors
Latching Power Trunk Lid
Wheels & Tires
SBRP225/45HR17, All-Season Tires
Alloy Wheels, 17-In. X 8-In.
Run Flat Tires
Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
Front Dual Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
Power Window Lockout
Rear Window Defroster
Front Dual Sunvisors
Glass Rear Window On Convertible
Heated Washer System
Dual Body Color Folding Power Adjustable Heated Exterior Rearview Mirrors With Driver Side 2-Position Memory and Passenger Side Automatic Tilt-Down
Front and Rear Power Windows With Front One-Touch Up, Front and Rear One-Touch Down and Pinch Protection
The old BMW X5 had a lot of charm, based on its marriage of BMW road manners and dramatic styling. It was fast and fun to drive for an SUV, which was enough to outweigh its lack of luggage capacity for its many buyers.
The second-generation X5 has grown. It is 7.4 inches longer, 2.4 inches wider and — as inevitably as the Patriots seem to make the playoffs — heavier at 5151 pounds, up 218 pounds from the first V-8–engined X5 we tested. The new, larger footprint has allowed BMW to add the seemingly obligatory third-row seat, which is fine for small kids on short journeys but tight for grownups. Still, with this row folded, there are now 19 cubic feet of cargo room, an increase of three cubic feet.
The interior is nicely wrought, with high-quality fabrics and materials, but it’s not quite as fabulous as the old X5’s. This ’07 X5 also gets a stylish but inscrutable shift lever, a starter button that first requires a key fob to be slotted into the dash, and our favorite BMW bugaboo, the iDrive system. Adding insult to injury, the optional ($1800) rear-seat entertainment system comes with a screen that blocks access to the center console and can’t be seen by the third-row occupants, to whom this feature presumably caters.
Things get better once the truck is moving down the road. The throaty 4.8-liter V-8 engine puts out a healthy 350 horsepower, spurring the X5 from 0 to 60 mph in a spry 6.1 seconds. That’s 0.8 second faster than the original 4.4-liter X5 we tested in 2000 and just 0.1 second shy of the high-performance X5 4.8is we drove in 2004. On its standard 18-inch Michelin Latitude M+S tires — 19s and 20s are optional — it pulled a decent 0.82 g on the skidpad. In real-world driving, the X5 always feels like it’s up for action and steers, stops, and handles with authority. And unlike sport-suspension versions of the old X5, the ride is palatable, if firm. With the V-8 underhood, the X5 is a much more entertaining, sportier truck than the 3.0-liter X5 that placed third in our May 2006 luxury-SUV comparison test . It’s also quite pricey. With such options as navigation and entertainment systems, our vehicle’s base price of $55,275 rose to $63,725. For that money, potential buyers might consider a Mercedes-Benz GL450, which loses little on the sport side and gains a lot of utility.
What We Know BMW has announced it will begin trials of a new 6.0-liter V12 gasoline-hydrogen-powered version of the 7 Series next year. This is a continuation of the automaker's CleanEnergy program that aims at widespread sales of hydrogen-powered BMW models by the start of the next decade. The new car, dubbed "Hydrogen 7" and set for public debut at the Los Angeles auto show in late November, will be available to selected customers in North America, Europe and Japan on a rental basis. The Hydrogen 7 will get a price comparable to that of today's 760iL, on which is it based, according to officials from the German carmaker. Initial volumes will be limited to about 100 cars, although BMW executives are not counting out the possibility of more if demand should outstrip supply. Previous trials of hydrogen-powered BMW models have all been carried out in-house. The Hydrogen 7 is powered by a reworked version of BMW's 6.0-liter V12 engine producing 260 hp and 288 pound-feet of torque. That's enough to provide 0-to-62-mph acceleration in 9.5 seconds and a 143-mph top speed on both hydrogen and gasoline. The cruising range is put at 125 miles in hydrogen mode, with a further 300 miles in gasoline guise. In hydrogen mode, the reworked 7 Series is emissions-free, producing nothing more than water vapor from its tailpipe. The hydrogen is stored in a 2.1-gallon tank with a double-wall structure consisting of stainless-steel plates and a vacuum layer to address safety fears. The Hydrogen 7 will be produced alongside other BMW 5, 6 and 7 Series models at the company's Dingolfing plant in Munich.
Suspension : four-wheel independent suspensionfront and rear stabilizer baractive suspensionself leveling suspensionMacPherson strut front suspensionmulti-link rear suspension
Instrumentation : night vision enhancement system
Safety Features
Safety electronic brakeforce distributionfront and rear ventilated disc brakes4-wheel ABSemergency braking assisttraction controlstability controldual front side-mounted airbagsfront and rear head airbagspassenger airbag occupant sensing deactivationrear door child safety lockschild seat anchorsemergency interior trunk release2 front headrestsremote anti-theft alarm systemengine immobilizerxenon high intensity discharge headlampsadaptive headlightsrear view cameratire pressure monitoringdriver head restraint whiplash protection systempassenger head restraint whiplash protection systemfront and rear parking sensorspower adjustable headrests
Comfort and Convenience Features
Front Seats : 4 person total seating capacityleather upholsterydriver seat with power adjustable lumbar supportmulti-level heating driver seatventilated driver seatpassenger seat with power adjustable lumbar supportmulti-level heating passenger seatventilated passenger seat
