Review of the 2004 Infiniti M45 Base
In 2004 Infiniti released the M45 Base to the car-buying market. The M45 came in one configurations: Base. The Base configuration is powered by the 4.5-liter eight-cylinder engine, which makes 23 highway miles and 17 city. The M45 competes in the Sedan market segment, in direct competition with Kia.
Infiniti M45 Engine Specs
The M45 Base is equipped with a Nissan 4.5 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 32 valves. The engine is mated to a Jatco 5-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Infiniti.
Fuel is handled for the M45 is a SFI design, running on gasoline fuel. The gasoline is managed by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The 21.10-gallon tank provides the fuel storage for longer trips.
The M45 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.
Vehicle Statistics
The M45 is 197.20 inches long, 69.70 inches wide, and 57.60 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 110.20 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $43,250 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $39,747. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sedan.
The standard warranty period for the M45 is 48 months, or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sedan market.
Fuel Efficiency
The 2004 M45 gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 17 in the city. This is exceptional for a sedan car.
Conclusion
The 2004 model year was telling year for the Infiniti M45. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers had several options to choose from..
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