2006 Infiniti Q45 Base
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- Photo: Infiniti Q45 (F50) front by Tokumeigakarinoaoshima, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2005-2006 Infiniti Q45 -- 03-28-2012 by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2004 Infiniti Q45 (8878411795) by Niels de Wit from Lunteren, The Netherlands, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Infiniti Q45 (F50), Bangladesh. (31962269794) by Shadman Samee from Dhaka, Bangladesh, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2003 Infiniti Q45 (4.5) V8 rear 10.27.18 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2006 Infiniti Q45 Base is a 340-hp 4.5-liter V8 with a 5-speed automatic w/overdrive, learning algorithm, manual shift mode, downshift rev matching and rear-wheel drive. It is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 340 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 333 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm, spinning to a 6,700 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The Q45 measures 200.8 inches long on a 113.0-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | VK45DE 4.5L DOHC V8 |
| Displacement | 4.5 L |
| Horsepower | 340 hp @ 6,400 rpm |
| Torque | 333 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Redline | 6,700 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 4 valves/cylinder (32 total), Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS), variable-length induction |
| Bore and Stroke | 93 x 82.7 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Injection Type | Electronic multi-port fuel injection (MPFi) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic w/overdrive, learning algorithm, manual shift mode, Downshift Rev Matching (revised for 2006) |
| 1st Gear | 3.83 (47 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 2.37 (77 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1.52 (119 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1 (181 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 0.83 (218 mph **) |
| Reverse | 2.61 |
| Final Drive | 2.94 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded gasoline |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent strut-type, stabilizer bar, standard electronically-controlled active damping (Auto/Sport modes) |
| Rear Suspension | Independent multi-link, stabilizer bar, standard electronically-controlled active damping (Auto/Sport modes) |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 290mm vented disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | 292mm vented disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17-inch titanium-finish aluminum-alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 17-inch titanium-finish aluminum-alloy |
| Tires Front | P225/55VR17 |
| Tires Rear | P225/55VR17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 200.8 in |
| Width | 72.6 in |
| Height | 58.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 113 in |
| Front Track | 62.6 in |
| Rear Track | 61.8 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.6 ft³ |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 54% / 46% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.4 in |
| Headroom Rear | 36.4 in |
| Legroom Front | 44 in |
| Legroom Rear | 37.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 58.2 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 57.2 in |
| Hip Room Front | 56.5 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 55 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2006 Infiniti Q45 4-DR w/SAB).
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Infiniti Q45. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 13, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE STOP LAMP AND REFLEX REFLECTOR REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, 'LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Consequence: THIS STANDARD IS TO REDUCE CRASHES, INJURIES AND DEATHS BY PROVIDING ADEQUATE ILLUMINATION OF THE ROADWAY, AND BY ENHANCING THE CONSPICUITY OF MOTOR VEHICLES ON THE PUBLIC ROADS SO THAT THEIR PRESENCE IS PERCEIVED AND THEIR SIGNALS UNDERSTOOD, BOTH IN DAYLIGHT AND IN DARKNESS OR OTHER CONDITIONS OF REDUCED VISIBILITY.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR COMBINATION LAMP ASSEMBLIES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT APRIL 16, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.
NHTSA campaign 06V395000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2006 INFINITI Q45. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.