Infiniti M - What the Auto Press Says
The 2010 Infiniti M ranks 2 out of 13 Luxury Large Cars. This ranking is based on our analysis of 55 published reviews and test drives of the Infiniti M, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.
Sold as the V6-powered M35 and the V8-powered M45, Infiniti’s top-of-the-line sedan is a high-performance machine. It doesn’t sell as well as some better-known rivals, but some in the automotive press aren’t sure why. It’s a well-rounded sport sedan, though it may ride too firm for some.
Car and Driver sums up the typical opinion of the automotive press perfectly when it says, “Infiniti's M sedans offer excellent value, space, luxury, and performance--it's too bad more folks don't notice."
The M35 and M45 sedan are not often mentioned in the same breath as some of the better-known large luxury sport sedans. But many reviewers think they should be. Infiniti’s flagship sedan offers a stylish cabin with an appealing modern design theme and exceptionally comfortable seats, and the ability to corner with some of the best sport sedans on the market. It can’t match the raw engine power of a Jaguar XF, but reviewers say its handling balance rivals anything else in the class – which may be more important than horsepower to those looking to have some fun on a routine drive.
Other Cars to Consider
The 2010 Infiniti M's sporty character might be too much for some. Those looking for a comfortable commuter might be better suited by a Lexus GS or Acura RL. The M doesn’t insulate its driver from the road like those cars – it engages the driver in the drive, much like the BMW. M sedans equipped with the Sport package are particularly stiff – stiff enough to turn off some reviewers who like the sporty nature of the standard car.
Those considering the M precisely because of its sporty nature might want to test drive the BMW 5-Series, the large-sedan cornering champion, or the powerful XF before buying.
Infiniti M: The Details
The M comes as either the M35, with a six-cylinder engine or the M45, with an eight-cylinder engine. Both models are available in a base rear-wheel drive, a Sport edition with a firmer, sport-tuned suspension and a revised front fascia, and an X edition with all-wheel drive.
The M was first offered in the 2005 model year, and has changed little since then. It is due for a complete redesign for the 2011 model year, so those who can afford to wait might find a better deal on the 2010 M once the 2011 has begun rolling into dealerships.
Sold as the V6-powered M35 and the V8-powered M45, Infiniti’s top-of-the-line sedan is a high-performance machine. It doesn’t sell as well as some better-known rivals, but some in the automotive press aren’t sure why. It’s a well-rounded sport sedan, though it may ride too firm for some.
Car and Driver sums up the typical opinion of the automotive press perfectly when it says, “Infiniti's M sedans offer excellent value, space, luxury, and performance--it's too bad more folks don't notice."
The M35 and M45 sedan are not often mentioned in the same breath as some of the better-known large luxury sport sedans. But many reviewers think they should be. Infiniti’s flagship sedan offers a stylish cabin with an appealing modern design theme and exceptionally comfortable seats, and the ability to corner with some of the best sport sedans on the market. It can’t match the raw engine power of a Jaguar XF, but reviewers say its handling balance rivals anything else in the class – which may be more important than horsepower to those looking to have some fun on a routine drive.
Other Cars to Consider
The 2010 Infiniti M's sporty character might be too much for some. Those looking for a comfortable commuter might be better suited by a Lexus GS or Acura RL. The M doesn’t insulate its driver from the road like those cars – it engages the driver in the drive, much like the BMW. M sedans equipped with the Sport package are particularly stiff – stiff enough to turn off some reviewers who like the sporty nature of the standard car.
Those considering the M precisely because of its sporty nature might want to test drive the BMW 5-Series, the large-sedan cornering champion, or the powerful XF before buying.
Infiniti M: The Details
The M comes as either the M35, with a six-cylinder engine or the M45, with an eight-cylinder engine. Both models are available in a base rear-wheel drive, a Sport edition with a firmer, sport-tuned suspension and a revised front fascia, and an X edition with all-wheel drive.
The M was first offered in the 2005 model year, and has changed little since then. It is due for a complete redesign for the 2011 model year, so those who can afford to wait might find a better deal on the 2010 M once the 2011 has begun rolling into dealerships.
