2008 Infiniti M45 Base

Powered by a 4.5-liter DOHC V8 that puts out 325-hp and 336 ft-lbs of torque, the 2008 Infiniti M45 Base hits 0-60 in around six seconds. The engine is matched to a 5-speed shiftable automatic. This rear-wheel drive luxury sedan adds updated head and taillights, new foglights, chrome accents, and a more aggressive grille to its exterior. An optional rear spoiler is also new this year.

Safety features include 4-wheel disc and ABS brakes, traction and stability control, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, automatic headlights, 18-inch alloy wheels with all-season tires, and a tire monitor. Dual front-side and side curtain airbags for both rows, seatbelt pretensioners, and active head restraints keep passengers safe in collisions. Crash test ratings have not been released yet. An optional Lane Departure Prevention system senses drifting and adjusts steering and braking accordingly. Also optional is a rearview camera.

On the luxury side, you'll find 10-way power front seats with memory settings, leather upholstery, a sunroof, heated and cooled seats, full power features, a power tilt and telescopic steering wheel, remote start, remote entry, and heated mirrors. New gauges reside next to the trip computer with a 7-inch screen and the compass and temperature display. Cruise and audio controls sit on the wheel. A 6-CD player with MP3 playback and satellite radio can be upgraded to a Bose surround-sound system. Intermittent wipers, a first aid kit, Bluetooth, wood and leather trim, dual-zone climate control, and front and rear cupholders are also standard. A rear armrest hides a pass-through into the 15 cubic foot trunk. A cargo net is included.

Options for the 2008 M35 Base include a Sport Package that adds sport stitching, a sports suspension, active rear steering, 19-inch wheels, side sills, and aluminum pedals. A premium package features a voice-activated navigation system, a DVD player, a 9.3 GB hard drive, and reclining rear seats.