Infiniti gets ready for direct-injection, Essence design and drivetrain to influence lineup

Posted: Mar 19, 2009
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The new 3.7L direct-injection twin-turbo V6 that was shown in the Infiniti Essence concept is scheduled to make its debut in the redesigned M sedan that is due in early 2010. According to CARandDRIVER, the engine will most likely find its way into the G37 coupe and sedan.

The 3.7L direct-injection twin-turbo V6 is good for producing about 340 to 350-hp while increasing fuel-efficiency.

What happened to the Q and are we ever going to see one on the road again? Sources say that Infiniti’s U.S. division is eagerly looking for a $70,000 – $80,000 car to justify its luxury-performance stance against Lexus. A group of dealers recently visited Japan and were shown a four-door version Essence concept car that could hint at the future Q.

Nissan is also cutting its V8 family from two to one - meaning the new passenger car V8 will be shared with the SUVs. The new V8 will also get direct-injection technology but will not be offered in the new M sedan or the G sedan and coupe.

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- By: Kap Shah

Source: CARandDRIVER


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  • Robert D.

    You say direct injection and twin turbo 3.7 good for 340-350 hp? The 3.7 is already at 330 hp in the G37 coupe. Direct injection alone should be good for roughly 350. If you are only going to achieve a gain of 10 to 20 horses, why bother with the extra costs? These number can't be accurate.

  • Robert D.

    You say direct injection and twin turbo 3.7 good for 340-350 hp? The 3.7 is already at 330 hp in the G37 coupe. Direct injection alone should be good for roughly 350. If you are only going to achieve a gain of 10 to 20 horses, why bother with the extra costs? These number can't be accurate.