UAE - February 2007
Infiniti M Gains large popularity and increasing momentum in the Middle East
Since its official launch in the last quarter of 2006, the Infiniti M has achieved high popularity and continues to receive a flood of awards and accolades from Middle Eastern and international media alike. Entering the luxury vehicles market that was quickly becoming static, the Infiniti M gained wide popularity and acceptance as it revitalized and reinvigorated the traditional view of vehicles in the performance luxury segment to reflect something genuine – sporty performance and luxury combined with great effect.
“The Infiniti M has achieved several accolades since its launch, including the Automotive Excellence Award in the Luxury category for 2006 by Popular Mechanics Magazine, the 2006 Best Luxury Sedan in MotorWeek's Drivers' Choice Awards, as well as earning the IIHS’ Infiniti M Awarded Highest Safety Rating” commented Mustansir Lakdawala, Infiniti Brand Manager at Infiniti Middle East. “Infiniti M has surpassed everyone’s expectations in offering a complete luxury performance sedan, garnering plenty of attention and steadily rising interest.”
Infiniti sales figures showed a phenomenal rise between 2005 and 2006, and the trend is continuing well into 2007 after the expansion of its existing line up with the all new M and introduction of the enhanced FX and second generation G Sedan.
Behind Infiniti M’s sleek looks is a host of technological advancements to better the interaction between man and machine, such as push-button start, intelligent key and a bevy of technologically driven safety features, from braking and distance sensors to rear active steering, all combined in a techno-savvy interior design.
Under the hood sits a newly designed 4.5-litre V8, churning 362hp and 48.5 Kg-m (476 Nm) of torque. Harnessing all of this power is a driver-adaptive 5-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode that offers sequentially selected manual gearshifts and Downshift Rev Matching. Combined with independent strut suspension, with coil springs in the front and an independent multi-link suspension in the rear, and standard 19-inch aluminum wheels with high performance tires, the M provides one-of-a-kind aggressive handling, outstanding stability and responsive steering.
