Standard equipment in the QX4 for 1996 and 1997 includes the 3.3 liter engine by Nissan, weighing in at 6 cylinders and twelve valves. A 4-speed Automatic Transmission puts the power of the engine to the pavement. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Sport Utility arena.

The QX4 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The truck uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

Vehicle Statistics

The dimensions of the QX4 Base are 72.40 inches wide by 183.90 inches long. It sits a comfortable 70.70 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 106.30 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The standard warranty period for the QX4 is 48 months, or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sport utility market.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $35,550 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $31,666. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sport Utility.

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel is handled for the QX4 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 QX4 Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of fifteen in-city driving and nineteen when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid truck, this was exceptional.

We Think...

There are several reasons why the Infiniti QX4 Base sold well in 1997. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Infiniti, specifically a QX4.

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