SHORT STINT--2009 Infiniti FX50S
Thursday, October 09, 2008
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"Performance" SUVs usually are easy targets to bag on. But for those who like the idea of a relatively fun-to-drive vehicle in a more utilitarian package than that offered by a two-seat sports car, this FX is a legitimate option.
The aggressive exterior styling is jolting, perhaps even polarizing, but we like it. Inside, the interior is very nice, with quality stitching and controls. Switch the suspension to Sport, and it is amusing to toss the FX around, especially with a solid engine putting out plenty of power and torque for this kind of vehicle. We always like the option to use the paddle shifters to cycle through the gearbox, but we can't figure out why so many manufacturers insist on mounting the paddles to the steering column. It only serves to make it difficult to reach them when you have steering lock wound on.
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Short of offerings from AMG, BMW and Porsche, there aren't many high-riding sport-utes that are as fun to drive as this one. It's worth a look if you want some driving fun in this type of package.
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