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2008 INFINITI QX56
$52,450 - $55,550Starting MSRP
Model Highlights
Transmission
Automatic w/OD
Body Type
SUV
Seatings
7 Seats
Overview
The 2008 INFINITI QX56 is powered by a 5.6L DOHC V8 engine making 320 horsepower and 393 lb-ft of torque, hooked up to a five-speed automatic transmission. The engine has an aluminum block with cast-iron liners, molybdenum-coated pistons, a forged...
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The INFINITI QX56 gets a major revision for 2008, with new front and rear fascias, new front fog lights, a new roof rack, and larger standard wheel...

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EPA Classification: 4WD Sport Utility
Engine Order Code:
Engine Type: Gas V8
Displacement: 5.6L/339
Fuel System:
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 320 @ 5200
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 393 @ 3400
Drivetrain: All-Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code:
Trans Type: 5
Trans Description Cont.: Automatic w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again:
First Gear Ratio (:1): 3.83
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 2.37
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.52
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.00
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.83
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1):
Reverse Ratio (:1): 2.61
Clutch Size (in):
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 3.36
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 12
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 17
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): 650
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 130
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): 12.8
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 5903
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 5000
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 500
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 8900
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 890
Suspension Type - Front: Independent
Suspension Type - Rear: Independent
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): Double Wishbone
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): Double Wishbone
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm): - TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in): - TBD -
Brake Type: Power
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 12.60 x 1.02
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 12.60 x 0.55
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Front Tire Order Code:
Rear Tire Order Code:
Spare Tire Order Code:
Front Tire Size: P275/60R20
Rear Tire Size: P275/60R20
Spare Tire Size: P275/60R20
Front Wheel Size (in): 20 x 8
Rear Wheel Size (in): 20 x 8
Spare Wheel Size (in): 20 x 8
Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material: Aluminum
Steering Type: Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: 20
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): 3.6
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 40.8
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft): - TBD -
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 28.0
Wheelbase (in): 123.2
Length, Overall (in): 206.9
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 79.5
Height, Overall (in): 78.7
Track Width, Front (in): 67.5
Track Width, Rear (in): 67.5
Min Ground Clearance (in): 9.1
Rear Door Opening Height (in):
Rear Door Opening Width (in):
Liftover Height (in): - TBD -
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 (in): - TBD -
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 (in): - TBD -
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 (in):
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline (in):
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in):
Cargo Box (Area) Height (in): - TBD -
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft³): 61.2
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft³): - TBD -
Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft³): - TBD -
Passenger Capacity: 7
Passenger Volume (ft³): 188.4
Front Head Room (in): 39.7
Front Leg Room (in): 41.8
Front Shoulder Room (in): 65.1
Front Hip Room (in): 61.3
Second Head Room (in): 40.0
Second Leg Room (in): 41.9
Second Shoulder Room (in): 64.5
Second Hip Room (in): 60.1
Third Head Room (in): 35.9
Third Leg Room (in): 32.2
Third Shoulder Room (in): 63.7
Third Hip Room (in): 48.8
Vehicle Name: Infiniti QX56
Body Style: 4 Door
Pricing
This model has 2 different trims.
MSRP
$55,550
Invoice
$51,021
Description
5.6L/339, 320 @ 5200, Automatic w/OD
Fuel Economy
This model has 2 different trims.
City
12 MPG
Hwy
17 MPG
Combined
undefined MPG
Description
5.6L/339, 320 @ 5200, Automatic w/OD
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