2000 Infiniti Q45 Base
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- Photo: 1997 Infinit Q45 4.1L front 6.20.18 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Infiniti Q45 Y33 4.1 V8 Black Obsidian by Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Infiniti Q45 FYG33 Pewter by Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Infiniti Q45 -- 08-12-2010 by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1997 Infinit Q45 4.1L rear 6.20.18 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2000 Infiniti Q45 Base is a 266-hp 4.1-liter V8 with a 4-speed electronically-controlled automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $49,420 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 266 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 278 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm, spinning to a 6,600 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 21 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The Q45 measures 199.6 inches long on a 111.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,007 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $49,420 ($93,272 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | VH41DE 4.1L DOHC 32-valve V8 |
| Displacement | 4.1 L |
| Horsepower | 266 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 278 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Redline | 6,600 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 4 valves/cylinder, 32 valves total |
| Bore and Stroke | 93 x 76 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Injection Type | Sequential multi-port fuel injection (SMPFi) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Differential Type | Viscous limited-slip differential (VLSD) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed electronically-controlled automatic (overdrive, lock-up torque converter) |
| 1st Gear | 2.57 (54 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 1.48 (94 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1 (139 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 0.69 (202 mph **) |
| Reverse | 2.28 |
| Final Drive | 3.69 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 21 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 21.4 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut, coil spring, anti-roll bar |
| Rear Suspension | Independent multi-link, coil spring (3-link design) |
| Turning Diameter | 36.1 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 297 mm vented disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | 292 mm vented disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16x7 in |
| Wheels Rear | 16x7 in |
| Tires Front | 215/60R16 |
| Tires Rear | 215/60R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 199.6 in |
| Width | 71.7 in |
| Height | 56.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 111.4 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.6 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,007 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 57% / 43% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.6 in |
| Headroom Rear | 36.9 in |
| Legroom Front | 43.6 in |
| Legroom Rear | 35.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 56.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 56.7 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55.7 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 55.7 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2000 Infiniti Q45. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Mar 19, 2003 · WHEELS
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 17 INCH ALLOY WHEELS, THE WHEELS MAY HAVE A CASTING DEFECT FROM WHICH CRACKS COULD PROPAGATE AS THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN.
Consequence: IF A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF CRACKS DEVELOP, THE WHEEL COULD FAIL AND SEPARATE FROM THE MOUNTING HUB, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THESE WHEELS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 28, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.
NHTSA campaign 03V098000
9 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2000 Infiniti Q45
Owner Complaints
9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2000 Infiniti Q45. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Suspension | 4 |
| Wheels | 4 |
| Tires | 2 |
| Hydraulic | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2000 INFINITI Q45. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.