When Infiniti Was Good: Test Drive Review of Our 2009 Infiniti FX50S V8 Luxury Crossover

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There was a time when Infiniti had some really great cars. Not saying the newer #Infiniti vehicles are bad - they just don't inspire like they used to, which could mean the brand is coming to an end in the near future.
Do you think Infiniti will survive and still be relevant in the next 3 to 5 years? How about in the next 10 years? Post your comments below!!!
What's it like owning an Infiniti for 10+ years? I give a quick review of our "Automotive Addicts" #InfinitiFX50S - A rare V8-powered luxury crossover utility vehicle (CUV).
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- 390 Horsepower / 369 lb-ft of torque
- 0-60 mph in 5.4 seconds
- 14 mpg city / 20 mpg highway
- 5.0-liter V8 (VK50VE - The FX50 was the only vehicle to use this Nissan/Infiniti engine)
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[@Whyteeford]

Think about this...in 2011, the mustang finally came out with the 5L again. That mustang did a 0-60 in 4.6seconds...this Infinty from 2009, also weighing 1200lbs more, does it in 5 seconds flat. (Both numbers from Car and Driver). That's ridiculous. As for 1/4 mile times...the Stang is at 13.2, the FX50 is at 13.6. Same displacement and cylinders, 1200lbs heavier, and only 0.4sec slower in the 1/4

[@Salatiso]

Thank you for the reassurance, I love my 2013 FX50. I'm betting on its reliability, I'm planning to give it to my 3 year old son when he turns 18!

[@lisandrogenao7860]

2013 Infiniti FX50S here. Holding on to mine as well.

[@toonsszn8418]

Nice I have 09 FX50 love it still

[@toonsszn8418]

Lisandro Genao what oil you using in yours

[@cbruno12180]

@@toonsszn8418 how’s the reliability been for u I really want one!! And maint costs? Thanks bro

[@CSAFMedia]

These cars hold their value and now that they are discontinued and used car prices are rising, we are all sitting on a little goldmine. 😊

[@ShashankKatiyar0]

Let me know if you change your mind

[@asam9498]

Still looks modern till this day. They were literally the first ones to have a sporty like SUV in the market back in 2003 with the FX35 and now it's the hottest selling segment.

[@TheWooBanga]

I’ve had my ‘09 about 1-1/2 yr and I am in love with this thing. The build quality is unmatched. Performance worth the $. They are rare. I have the full safety, sport and entertainment package. Was tempted to mod the head unit but realized it would devalue it. This thing is a keeper soon to be a collector.

[@Automotiveaddicts]

awesome. Great vehicle.

[@toonsszn8418]

TheWooBanga what oil you using

[@kingofuseddurablecars.ls6040]

@@toonsszn8418 STFU. Google it

[@Newbuddyzx1]

fx35 156k 11k all options lane keep with adaptive . should i over a 2011 hemi c 66k 10k with adaptive

[@Newbuddyzx1]

tryna make move i don’t really like us cars it’s just such a good deal in my way of a fx

[@David4413]

I have the same SUV. I absolutely love it! I will never sell that thing.

[@thegentlemansmith5411]

Especially in the new world of 4 & 6 cylinders!

[@zhila5958]

Hey man how is the durability and gas mileage? how is the car overall? wanted to get my hands on one for my family so would appreciate an answer

[@toonsszn8418]

Zhila Muhammed which one you trying to get the v6 are v8 I know v8 gets 14mpg city and 20mpg highway

[@zhila5958]

Toons SZN thank you so much man

[@toonsszn8418]

Zhila Muhammed the v6 fx 35 gets like 18mpg and 24mpg highway but v8 more power and faster

[@mistermark4496]

Thank you for the informative review.

[@syedhussain3810]

one of the best SUV ever built so many car makers coping this design

[@Automotiveaddicts]

Agree!

[@StarFox85]

im glad i bought a similar design kia xceed black edition

[@noahboy6349]

That statement is so true. Still love this style/

[@TheBadThad]

2006 FX45 here. GREAT vehicles, best I've owned.

[@thecynicalafro160]

Many people dont even know tgis was the first mainstream vehicle witj rear wheel steering. A feature that came to the ultrahigh performance cars more than a decade later

[@crazyone1067]

@@lancevancedance454 yes the 300ZX, Honda Preludes with their 4WS and even Mazda 626's offered it.

[@kingofuseddurablecars.ls6040]

False. My 06 Q45s has it.

[@thecynicalafro160]

@@kingofuseddurablecars.ls6040 still infiniti. Get the point now?

[@thecynicalafro160]

@@crazyone1067 oh my. i stand corrected. thanks for educating me on this

[@sterlinmorel8533]

Fx50 🔥😍

[@rahulrane1658]

I am going to get this one of these days

[@apb1236]

Love our 2014 QX70S 5.0. We’ll try to keep it forever since they are fairly rare.

[@lcsighteken2248]

Oh thats the rarest infiniti next to the Vettel. Congrats!

[@MPowerSubie12]

Where do you live?

[@ShashankKatiyar0]

You have got something very special...been looking for one for a long time but I might never see one.

[@MPowerSubie12]

@@ShashankKatiyar0 depends on the color combo, mileage, and condition still. My FX50S is as close to mint as you can find one and not being black! 😂

[@ShashankKatiyar0]

@@MPowerSubie12 which year and color?

[@imkona87]

I still have my FX50 S that I purchased new in 2010. My only mod was to delete the resonator right after I bought it. Sounds like a proper V8. Has every feature on it that my wife’s 2019 LX570 has, except for side mirror warning and auto close tail gate!

[@toonsszn8418]

imkona87 what oil you using in your truck

[@imkona87]

@@toonsszn8418 Mobil 1 Synthetic...Just hit 109K last week.

[@viperz22]

How dare you compare this to the LX570 aka the King of the Road ♠️

[@imkona87]

The LX may be King of the Road, but doesn’t compare to the fun factor of driving my FX50 S!

[@imkona87]

And, by the way, my other car is a 2009 Carrera S. I think I have the best of all the car experiences…. Big V8 luxury for long road trips and a flat6 and big V8 for driving fun. I’m 73 and I have had a lot of nice cars….AMG- M class BMW ETC., But this is it for me!

[@marcinstawczyk1836]

Amazing car

[@tonys.4657]

Love my 2011 fx50s. Black on black, loaded. My wife calls it the Beast.🤘 It's just a blast to drive and love it in corners. Great in the rain for a sports car. I was looking to see if there was a way to upgrade the software when I found this video. If anyone has some suggestions I would be great to hear them. Thanks. 👍

[@Automotiveaddicts]

We also called it our "beast". haha. It is too bad how the tech on some of these cars becomes old and no way to update it. Thanks for watching.

[@toonsszn8418]

HillMonster what oil you using in your fx50

[@victormotorsports06]

Did you sell it?

[@tonys.4657]

@@victormotorsports06 Nope. They'll have to bury me in it. 😎

[@Newyorksuperstars]

Same color inside and out as in this video. 2010 with 160k. Bought 5 years ago from local dealer, where it was originally sold and serviced. Thought of selling, but I will definitely keep based on what I am reading. I still love to drive it, just have other cars, and with the price of gas now, I drive the electric most.

[@miqbad70]

I have a 2009 fx50s with upgraded 2017 mesh grille. Only replaced the starter and radiator. Such a rare vehicle, with power. I'm never selling!

[@willardrobinson6234]

Can you post a link for the grille? Thats the only thing stopping me from purchasing this vehicle.

[@miqbad70]

@@willardrobinson6234 sorry, I don't have the link, but I ordered it from an Infiniti dealership. Not the Infiniti USA website. It was about $450. But I also had to replace the front bumper in order to fit the new grille. I ordered the bumper cover from ebay (CAPA Certified). Another note: the bumper cover comes primed but not painted, so I had to have it professionally painted before installing. Hope this helps. Seems like a lot, but it's worth it. The original grille is horrible, and now mine looks just like a 2017. Good luck!

[@willardrobinson6234]

@@miqbad70 how much was everything combined + labor?

[@snapyo1472]

Get a Roar Pedal bud. I have a 10 G37 and it really woke up the response w the throttle. Georgous crossover!

[@IFPanama]

Gorgeous car! 👌 #infiniti

[@callawaykilla4]

Pls send me the sale link, I'd love an opportunity to buy. Thanks!

[@jakepayne8612]

Do you know where you got the ipod and adapter cord?

[@danyoyoh]

Qx50 was made with vq37 v6 until 2017. Similar to this car but with the 330hp v6, and 16/24 mpg. Pretty good compromise if you have a family but still want a g37x basically, with a hatchback

[@margotphillips2302]

I’m trying to buy one now. They’re so hard to find!

[@angelrivera-ty3fu]

Have you tried cars.com?

[@alexnutcasio936]

They're easy to find. NICE ones that are NOT beat are hard to find. Be careful, as the former owner of a V8 FX50S, the vehicle is BRUTAL on Premium ONLY fuel. City: 10-12 MPG if you're not hammering it; 6-10 if you're hammering it. Highway 15-16. They ARE NOT good on gas/petrol.

[@volcalstone]

@@alexnutcasio936 this is why I only want the FX35. I'm looking for one now but I don't want to pay so much as this will be a 2nd car.

[@alexnutcasio936]

Hang Nguyen FX owners ask stupid money for these cars. They're dinosaurs now and becoming more so every year. As a second car, it would be decent, but they do suck the gas and gas is going up. Premium only.

[@volcalstone]

@@alexnutcasio936 yeah they sure asking a lot. This dealer wants $13.4K for a 2011 FX35 premium with 140K miles on it. I was like that car needs to be more like $12K or less. The thing is that as soon as I buy it they car is only with like $7K or so trade in so forget about that.

[@elitespeeds6278]

qx55 being announced on November' 11th.

[@ervinmaddox7744]

Yes do you still have and what is your asking price

[@Whyteeford]

It's such a shame that Infiniti has lost its way. From early 2000s to mid 2010s, Infiniti was the Japanese luxury car brand to own hands down. Now they put the pathetic CVTs in there vehicles, every car/suv that was sold with the legendary VQ 3.5L V6 is now a 4 banger turbo. For anyone that owns a G35/37...FX35/37/50...hold on to them, they're just shooting up in value, and still look and perform fantastic to this day

[@SvenQ45]

Yeah the FX were so nice. A 370Z SUV. 😁 Also the 2nd generation Elgrand (minivan) was on that platform but front wheel drive (optional all wheel drive). Too bad it didn´t get a successor.

[@jimmyallen9188]

Still got it and is it for sale?

[@correttojack4735]

I completely aree with u man. Here in Italy I've check an fx50s with 75miles for 18k dollars. It was before the covid. I think it could be great if I take it for 16/16.5k dollars. However, it's great for the price-content ratio in this period for a used car like this. Are u aree with me?

[@mohammedkhan8664]

Are you interested in buying a fx 5.0 s premium 2013 in the United Kingdom

[@gtslicksta9143]

Also i the exact 2009 model, love it!! Insansely aggressive and fast, the power always surprises you and i love it..Super gas guzzler though i must say, that is why i also have my 09 G37 coupe manual 6 speed..the good old days of infinit, i will never buy a new infiniti garbage now..

[@SMack-mj2bp]

I have an 08 g37 coupe 6mt and I'm considering buying an fx50 as a second car!

[@udokaodumeke6475]

How much is infinix FX 35, 2007 model

[@michaelharrison1945]

Did you sell it? I'm going to look at a low mileage '09 this week, and wondering what a good price would be. It's the S, around 70k miles...I'm thinking 17ish. An FX 50S is a rare find indeed.

[@Automotiveaddicts]

just sold it. haha. sounds like a good price.

[@williamgiffels9961]

Owned a 2005 G35x for many years, and now have a 2016 QX70, but that's the last vehicle they made that I'd consider buying. They WERE the best performing/handling Japanese brand, with some of the best V6 engines on the planet, but what they offer now isn't all that special, and can be found in any Japanese brand.

[@kingofuseddurablecars.ls6040]

What yr did they add Bluetooth and Power lift gate???

[@Automotiveaddicts]

the 2009 that we had - had bluetooth only for your phone calls. The 2010 model year added audio bluetooth and a USB connection instead of the proprietary iPod/iPhone connector on the 2009. The power liftgate was added on the late 2011 model years.

[@Tyler-xr7km]

I have 2010 fx50s with 180k now. It still runs like new. Howmany miles do these engines last ?

[@crazyone1067]

These are 300k motors with good maintenance.

[@toonsszn8418]

Mark what oil you running in your car

[@Tyler-xr7km]

I've been using mobile 1 5w30 but im thinking of changing it to 0w40 European. Last year i had oil change with ow40 cause shop didnt have 5w30 and it felt like it drove smoother. When i recently did oil change to 5w30 it kind of felt like oil was too thin. Is it ok to use 0w40?

[@toonsszn8418]

Mark I’m not sure but I’ve heard of people using that oil man I’m readying to do a oil change but want to know the best need help ASAP

[@Tyler-xr7km]

I would go for 0w40.

[@richardmendez6162]

How much you ask for if still available

[@Automotiveaddicts]

It is no longer available.

[@JonathanRogers1982]

Surprised you never mentioned the very loud cabin

[@Automotiveaddicts]

For the year of the vehicle and considering its sporty attitude with the V8 and larger exhaust, it was never thought to be "loud" in the cabin. I think it was just right considering the larger 21-inch tires, exhaust, and V8 engine.

[@JonathanRogers1982]

@@Automotiveaddicts for the age I agree, you can't compare 2009/10 standards with even say 2013....I clocked the 2010 FX35 at 85 db compared to just 68 in an MDX.

[@mrlebaneseboss]

Looking to purchase one at 268000 is it a bad idea? Its a good price $6000 usd

[@mrlebaneseboss]

268000 kms not miles

[@Automotiveaddicts]

@@mrlebaneseboss I think that's a good deal!!!! GO for it. Those engines last a long time and it's such a solid vehicle. Is it the V8?

[@mrlebaneseboss]

@@Automotiveaddicts yes V8

[@Automotiveaddicts]

@@mrlebaneseboss Ahh.. awesome. GO FOR IT!!! DO IT! You won't regret it if it looks to be in decent condition from the seller.

[@mrlebaneseboss]

@@Automotiveaddicts yes its a V8 ended up snatching it! Replaced all brakes and rotors and the exhaust has some cracks ill be welding it next weekend. Other then that everything seems to be proper!

[@elvin1677]

What’s a better buy a 2010 Infiniti FX50S with 125,000 miles for $9,000 or a 2014 Dodge Charger R/T police package with 75,000 miles for $8,500 ?

[@Automotiveaddicts]

Probably the Infiniti FX50S - provided that it has been cared for. It WILL outlast and be more reliable than the Dodge Charger R/T. Though, the parts for the FX50S may cost a bit more than parts for the Charger. Still, less issues with the Infiniti overall even with the mileage.

[@elvin1677]

@@Automotiveaddicts okay well I looked more into the Infiniti and found it it’s been in a front end collision. And the person that is selling bought it just to make profit of it he’s not the true owner, and he said “sometimes the wheel is hard to steer and shakes at 60 mph(alignment needed) so I’m just not sure because what if I get an alignment done to the car and it still shakes. That will mean it has a suspension problem, which is going to expensive since parts aren’t cheap and hard to find. What do you suggest?

[@Automotiveaddicts]

@@elvin1677 Oh wow. Yeah, with a front-end collision there is no telling how bad it is. I would walk away from that one personally. You could be looking at more repair bills from that collision issue - if it was not fixed correctly or they used old replacement parts. Could be a huge can of worms.

[@jakeziko7473]

All they have to do is fix those dam gauges and fix the sluggish transmission. I had 2 Infiniti's, 2008 g37s coupe pretty quick I used to beat m3s all the time 😂😂 then my family grew and I got the m37s , again great car but the transmission was sluggish

[@miqbad70]

Yes, lags in shifting. I always use paddle shifters when I want to blow someone off the line lol!

[@madeecella]

hello did you sell it yet?

[@Automotiveaddicts]

Yes. We do miss it, too.

[@justking.4050]

did you end up selling it?

[@Automotiveaddicts]

Yes. Several folks contacted me after this video published and one guy wanted it MORE than the others. HAHA. We do miss the vehicle... such a great SUV.

[@kilrn4l510]

Sell it to meeeeee!!! 🙏🏾

[@Automotiveaddicts]

just sold it.

[@Dave-xj1ee]

Lmao

[@daveDevoe07]

@@Automotiveaddicts how many miles did it have on it? I'm looking at one now for $11,900 with 92,000 on the dash. Very clean, but i'm afraid of that 100,000 miles mark. ANYONE, please advise!

[@Automotiveaddicts]

@@daveDevoe07 Almost 140,00 miles and still ran strong. No major issues. That price is really good for one with only 92K miles... is it the FX50 V8 or FX35 V6?

[@daveDevoe07]

@@Automotiveaddicts Thanks it's the FX35 V6 I'm super nervous for the mileage. Never had an Infinity, scared of maintenance as well. Just a new brand for me.

[@PassportBrosBusinessClass]

I took a friend car shopping and we tested everything in this segment. The infiniti was overpriced and feature list was pretty poor. She basically came down to a choice between a Mercedes GLC and a Cadillac XT5. She went with the Cadillac. The old G35 and M45 were cool. The new cars are really boring.

[@Automotiveaddicts]

Yup. Such a shame. They had an opportunity to be GREAT but really have lost their way.

[@alexnutcasio936]

Interestingly,I recall in the late 80s when Infiniti and Lexus were introduced to the world. Infiniti did all these airy fairy commercials and Lexus got right to the point, the " Relentless Pursuit of Perfection." Lexus cleaned their clock.

[@Automotiveaddicts]

@@alexnutcasio936 Totally. Lexus beat the snot out of Infiniti out of the gates. I remember well. The Q45 was pretty much all they had but the Lexus LS 400 won everyone over.

[@lennell5883]

Automotive Addicts how much would you sell the car, curious???!!

[@Automotiveaddicts]

@@lennell5883 Send me a message or contact me through my website at www.automotiveaddicts.com.

[@JM-cx6ze]

It’s basically an upscale Nissan Rogue( just because of the size )

[@Automotiveaddicts]

Ignorant comment, or maybe you know nothing about cars.

[@Whyteeford]

This car has nothing to do with the Rogue lol. My parents own a Rogue, and I own a 2011 FX35...not 1 thing is even similar lol, other than the fact that Nissan makes both. But on that point, Rogues are made in several countries, some in Japan, some in the US, Canada...and some in MEXICO....but all Infiniti FXs where built in Japan. Shame Infiniti now makes QXs in Mexico, and with CVTs

[@lcsighteken2248]

Oh lord! The ignorance!

[@olakunlejohnson7154]

I want to buy please

[@Automotiveaddicts]

Sorry, it's sold.

[@toonsszn8418]

There’s 2 on the lot by my house white and black one ... I have a 09 FX50 black one love it

[@toonsszn8418]

Olakunle Johnson did you find one yet

[@alexnutcasio936]

I remember one of these pulling up next to me at a stoplight. Guy thought he was quick. He got smoked.

[@Automotiveaddicts]

HAHA. awesome. They are not the fastest, but they held their own for 2009 when this one came out.

[@alexnutcasio936]

Automotive Addicts I'm amazed at the prices they still get for used ones.

[@Automotiveaddicts]

@@alexnutcasio936 You're right! Mostly due to this FX50 having that unique V8 engine and the reliability (build quality) factor. These things are nearly bullet proof. Plus, getting a V8 crossover like this you're going to have to spend a lot if you go new - if you go older there are not many choices that are still in good shape and won't' run up a high repair bill ie: BMW, Porsche.

[@occckid123]

What are you driving?

[@alexnutcasio936]

occckid123 Model X DMP ........all he saw was tail lights.........he blew 1/2 gallon of premium gas and I spent .1 cents of electrons!!

[@chewchewy7723]

Would u buy 2009 fx50 wit 250,000 miles

[@toonsszn8418]

Chew Chewy no unless you ready to buy a new engine soon that’s to high of miles

[@CSAFMedia]

My buddy bought a used FX35 with 233K miles in 2019. Today 2021 he has 262K miles with no issues.

[@da324]

@@toonsszn8418 It's a 2009 MIJ. It's just getting broken in good.

[@gregbee891]

Huh

[@brandonlandwehr1619]

If you haven’t driven that amazing machine in 6 months I’d say you didn’t deserve it. Talking about a 10 year old car that was so ahead of its time for the while video like it’s ancient is a little obnoxious as well just sayin.

[@Automotiveaddicts]

Well, I sold it to a good home who will drive it more. So there's that. Ancient, no, innovated, yes. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@mrporsche4236]

The v8 is not really faster then the v6.the skyline crossover is the same as infinity v6 i raced the v8 it was the same.

[@crod6431]

The same in terms of what? I drove the 3.7L V6 and it's not as quick as the 5.0L V8. The V6 is around 6.5 sec in 0-60. The V8 is low 5 sec. The 3.7L V6 is very quick in the G37 because it's a much lighter vehicle but not in the FX. The FX37 will be constantly revving at high RPMs to match the torque of the FX50.

[@mrporsche4236]

I have a skyline 370 gt crossover ( infinity ex37 ) 0-60 in 5.3 quarter mile 13.6. I did it in 13.7 with k&n drop in filters but it was hot and i couldve done better