The Infiniti EX Concept, with its seductive, coupe-inspired design, luxurious interior and unique liquid crystal glass roof that can change from transparent to translucent, looks like the quintessential show car. In reality, the EX Concept is a preview of the all-new Infiniti EX luxury crossover SUV, which is set to arrive at Infiniti retailers nationwide by the end of calendar year 2007.
The EX Concept also showcases two innovative systems that are expected to be the first production versions in the world when the new Infiniti EX goes on sale in North America in late 2007: Around View Monitor (AVM) and Lane Departure Prevention (LDP).
The AVM system utilizes front, side and rear-mounted cameras to help reduce the blind spots when parking, while the LDP system takes Infiniti’s currently available Lane Departure Warning System into a new dimension of safety by actively using the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system to help assist the driver in maintaining lane position if the vehicle inadvertently starts to drift out of the lane.
Like every Infiniti model, the EX Concept also emphasizes exhilarating driving performance, combining V6 power, a 5-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive.
Highlights of the Infiniti EX Concept include:
Body
A fusion of coupe and sport utility vehicle, designed for personal use with an emphasis on user friendliness and ease of driving operation
Unique liquid crystal glass roof panel that can change from transparent to translucent
Infiniti signature double-arch grille and dynamic arch profile
Infiniti signature L-shaped headlights with Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS), integrated fog lights
Thin, elegant LED taillights
All-in-one sash-style side door mirrors with integrated LED turn signals
Electric outside door handles with push switches
High-mounted rear hatchback spoiler
Engine, Driveline and Platform
V6 engine, 5-speed automatic transmission
Infiniti FM platform, front-engine/all-wheel drive
4-wheel independent multi-link suspension
4-wheel power-assisted vented disc brakes with 4-wheel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) with Preview Braking
19-inch 7-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels with 245/55R19 tires
Interior Features
Driver-oriented, leather-appointed interior with luxurious passenger space
Liquid crystal glass sunroof with touch sensor system control
Infiniti signature “double-wave” instrument panel and Infiniti-signature analog clock
High contrast instrumentation with aluminum-alloy bezel surround
Electric soft-touch shifter system, designed for an artistic, jewel-like appearance
Aluminum-alloy door-side finishers and speaker finish
Oversize front and rear seat headrests with indirect lighting
Special ambient mood lighting throughout the cabin
Large-sized, high-touch leather-appointed center console
Aluminum-alloy rear cargo area finisher with integrated luggage rails
Innovative AVM system with front, side and rear-mounted cameras to help reduce the blind spots when parking
Safety
Innovative LDP system, using a small camera mounted behind the windshield and an advanced microprocessing unit, utilizes the VDC system to help assist the driver in maintaining lane position if the vehicle inadvertently starts to drift out of the lane
Posted on 04/04/07 By G-A.G
