2009 Infiniti M45 Consumer Discussions

2009 Infiniti M35/M45

• The Infiniti 7 AT in 2009+ Ms

  Written by: almatti on Jul 25, 2011 10:08:08 AM

  I am curious of the Posters from 2008 who were contemplating getting the 2009 M {the X version came with the 5 AT}, how they like the 7 AT. I have a 2010 G37X with the 7AT. I find that it lumbers in a high gear - way too frequently and easily particularly on local suburban road (25-40 MPH); Lags on the downshift and it is very evident when Braking then ... Read More

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  Written by: walt18 on Aug 7, 2008 1:46:13 PM

  I just finish reading about the new 2009 infiniti G37, and it is going to be faster than the M45 if they don't add some more HP. The 09 G will have a 3.7L 328HP engine with a 7 Speed auto with sport mode. Now if the M45 stays the same it will only put out the same 325HP and 5 speed auto, which is only a 3HP difference but would ... Read More

Infiniti M35 / M45 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 1st quarter incentives - from Sewell GSM

  Written by: sewellgsm on Jan 5, 2010 3:06:25 PM

  Well of all the cars - it was the M deals that got better from Infiniti. 2009 M35 - closed out - Infiniti has given the dealers $5000 and told them good luck 2009 M45 - closed out - same as above, but it was $6000 2010 M35: $7000 (wow) or $2000 + special rates 2010 M45: $8000 or $2000 + special rates (almost impossible to find this car) You can ... Read More

• December Incentives from Sewell GSM

  Written by: sewellgsm on Dec 1, 2009 11:15:11 AM

  The incentives on the M line did not change from last month. If you can find a 2009: Special rates + $1000 or $6000 dealer cash ($7k on M45). 2010 M35: Special Rates or $4000 2010 M45: Special Rates or $5000 (very rare - super limited production) Still a $2000 lease Loyalty rebate - must lease and must own an Infiniti. Hope this helps. :)

• Mid Oct Incentives - Sewell GSM

  Written by: sewellgsm on Oct 16, 2009 7:42:57 AM

  Infiniti just announced today an additional $1000 Bonus Cash on all M's (M35 or M45 - 2009 or 2010). You can use this money with special rates or lease! Here is the breakdown: 09 M: $2000 + special rates or $7000 ($8000 on M45) or $4250 on lease (plus $2000 loyalty rebate if you own an Infiniti) 10 M: $1000 + special rates or $5000 ($6000 on M45) or $1000 on ... Read More

• October Incentives

  Written by: sewellgsm on Oct 1, 2009 3:59:26 PM

  2009 - IF (and that is a big if) you can find a 2009 M35/45, Infiniti has thrown another $1000 at them. The special rates stayed the same. This additional $1000 - you CAN use with the rates or existing dealer cash. Bottom line is you should be able to get about $9k off any M without much fuss. Hope this helps. PS Still have tax credits on leases (in Texas). ... Read More

Infiniti M35/M45 Smart Key

• Re: How to reset automatic door locks when the car is shifted into gear Inf

  Written by: shmang on Sep 11, 2009 6:55:30 PM

  Auto lock/unlock on M35/M45 is NEVER offered by Infiniti - Not with ANY package or any option. None, never, ever from 2006 through 2009. So, don't bother about it - unless you go with after market. Yes, I know this for sure, 100%, 1000% sure.

2009 Infiniti M35/M45

• 2011 M50 [non-x] Re: 2010 Infiniti M37x & M50x Questions? [walt18]

  Written by: rayainsw on Aug 14, 2009 10:42:43 AM

  "From what I read a few weeks ago about it, the president from infiniti division said that the M45 can't have less horsepower than the fx50. The gas mileage might still suck because it didn't change much on the 2009 fx50. " The 2008 FX45 was rated at 13 \ 17. The 2009 FX50 was rated at 14 \ 20. Given the rather significant additional HP & TQ of the 5.0L ... Read More

• Re: 2010 Infiniti M37x & M50x Questions? [veragen]

  Written by: walt18 on May 29, 2009 4:23:46 PM

  From what I read a few weeks ago about it, the president from infiniti division said that the M45 can't have less horsepower than the fx50. The gas mileage might still suck because it didn't change much on the 2009 fx50.

Infiniti M35 / M45 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Loaded 2008 / 2009 Infiniti M35 or M45 best-price? [veragen]

  Written by: mltsurger on May 16, 2009 5:45:03 AM

  2008 M45X ,CPO, Tech,Adv Tech and premium package.Window sticker of 65,000.12,000 miles but it looks new and smells new.I now look forward to my 38 mile drive to work.I have always looked forward to work but not the drive.It sure has a lot of toys and faster than my 1968 Cougar ,390 HO with 4 speed.Good luck!

• Loaded 2008 / 2009 Infiniti M35 or M45 best-price?

  Written by: veragen on May 14, 2009 1:00:17 AM

  Hey mltsurger, Can you please laborate on your used 2008 loaded Infiniti M45 to this thread of $ MSRP-price? price-off? OTD-price? Infiniti interest-rate? model: RWD or AWD? used-miles? CPO-warranty? dealership-name/area? and you mention loaded, is this w/ accessories? also any service/ maintenance-pak = (free inspection, engine-belts, oil-change, brakes, tires, wipers-blades) like BMW 5-series? tech-pak = Bose 8-speaker / 1cd plyr, hard drive navi-system, XM navi-real time traffic, voice-recognition & rear view-cam ... Read More

Luxury Performance Sedans

• Re: Jaguar XF vs Infiniti M45 vs Audi A6 3.0T [houdini1]

  Written by: vigorlover on Mar 16, 2009 1:40:57 PM

  For 2009 both M35 and M35x got the 3.5L from G35 (303hp / 268 lb-ft) but only M35 got the 7-speed AT which boosted fuel economy by a little. M45 got no improvements in that category at all. M35 still has a less powerful engine than what is now in the G37 (328hp / 269 lb-ft).

• Re: Jaguar XF vs Infiniti M45 vs Audi A6 3.0T [lexusguy]

  Written by: vigorlover on Mar 16, 2009 10:54:28 AM

  Thanks for the suggestion Lexusguy. The Jag and especially the Audi have much better fuel economy numbers than M45 certainly in part due to the extra gear. Interestingly the Infiniti dealer did not have a 2009 M35 (with the new engine and 7-speed transmission) that he could find for me to test drive to compare with the M45. They had lots of 2008 models though.

2009 Infiniti M35/M45

• Re: M35x mechanicals compared to G37x [bruceomega]

  Written by: walt18 on Feb 12, 2009 1:41:18 PM

  From what I am hearing they are going to be making a new M for the 2010 year model which will be a M37 and M50 the M37 will replace the M35 but it will have the same engine as the G37 and 7 speed transmission. The M50 will replace the M45 and have the engine from the 2009 FX50 which is a 5.0L 390Hp 369LBs ft. torque but it maybe ... Read More

• Re: Are the 2009 M's in showroom yet? [veragen]

  Written by: walt18 on Dec 5, 2008 8:03:38 AM

  They come out 2 days before christmas or 2 days after. I went to the infiniti 2009 infiniti model lineup on youtube and they were talking about them then. The only difference is that they add a scratch protective coat to the paint that makes it heal itself at a certain temperature. They also added the automatic door locking system to lock the doors when you take off driving. They didn't ... Read More

• Re: Changes for the 2009 [ocim]

  Written by: walt18 on Oct 18, 2008 11:08:16 AM

  Good question, I don't think they changed the gearing. More than likely they just changed the heads, cam, etc. on the car and air flow to make it faster but I doubt they touched the gears. I wish they were made like the camaro's and trans am from 86-89 with TPI throttle body. I could set my transmission gear for higher revs at 70 MPH or lower revs. Does anyone have ... Read More

• Re: Changes for the 2009 [ocim]

  Written by: walt18 on Oct 8, 2008 6:55:09 AM

  The major change for 2009 Infiniti M comes for the M35 and M35x with the replacement of the previous 275-hp V6 with the 303-hp 3.5-liter V6 that was introduced in the second-generation G35 sedan. A new seven-speed automatic transmission and Drive Sport mode is available, along with auto speed-sensing door locks and Scratch Shield paint (self-healing clearcoat paint finish). The M35x keeps the five speed automatic transmission and the M35 gets ... Read More

Infiniti M35/M45 2006+

• 2006 M45 SPORT 32 MONTH REPORT

  Written by: markian on Jan 29, 2008 5:16:51 PM

  I posted a a report in the fall of 2006 when my M45 sport was at 18 months. I had nothing but praise for the M45 and I stated that the car was flawless. In May 2006, when I was about to enter the highway the car lost power and I had to roll over to the side to get out of the way of traffic. I put the car in ... Read More

Infiniti M35 / M45 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Good Cash Price on M45 [dallaspatent]

  Written by: dulfelder on Jul 3, 2008 7:03:47 AM

  Hey big D. I drive a 2006 M35X with 26.5 miles. Need the awd in New England. Like it a lot but wish it had a 6th and/or 7th gear because at 70 mpg the rpms are close to 3000. I average 19.5 overall mpgs and alternate 89 octane with 93. Have nitro. in the tires and keep them nearly full. See a few M45s around here. They have the V8 ... Read More

2009 Infiniti M35/M45

• 2009 M45 updates

  Written by: walt18 on Jun 3, 2008 2:53:27 PM

  Ok here's the info, I called infiniti consumer affairs today and talked to someone about the 09 M35/M45 and I was told that they don't know what to expect for the 09 M he said they will know the same time we will which he said there maybe some news about it later in August because the car will be out around late Octomber or November. He said there are rumors ... Read More

• Re: 2009 M45 [walt18]

  Written by: ghstudio on Jun 2, 2008 12:14:04 PM

  I would like to start a rumor! If I were Nissan/Infiniti looking at sales of M's, gas prices and such....I would not bring out a 2009 model at all. I would bring out the 2010 M37/M50 with 7 speed in Jan/Feb 2009....and I would continue to focus on G35/EX 4wd sales. You wouldn't believe the number of G35x's that are running around Fairfield county Ct...and how many fewer of the previous ... Read More

• Re: 2009 Infiniti M45 updates? [bw45sport]

  Written by: walt18 on May 20, 2008 7:36:03 PM

  I understand and agree with you totally on everything. I plan on buying a 2009 M45 premium package RWD Black/Black with chrome 18" wheels which I am going to upgrade to 20" chrome wheels once the tires wear down. I just heard people talk about different things that happened to there M45 and that made me start this forum about 2009 Infiniti M45 updates? to see if anyone knew what changes ... Read More

• Re: 2009 Infiniti M45 updates? [150mphclub]

  Written by: bw45sport on May 20, 2008 6:20:26 PM

  You seem to think I am quibbling about the cost of filling the gas tank. I am talking about engineering a better car. Actually I'm not trying to be disagreeable. The only reason I have responded is the use of terminology. I think it is unfair to leave potential buyers of these brands with the impression that one product is "way better" in any area when the facts do not bear ... Read More

• Re: 2009 Infiniti M45 updates? [150mphclub]

  Written by: walt18 on May 20, 2008 7:27:41 AM

  No, I respect your opinion totally. And I also agree that they should make a better car as far as transmssion and gas mileage wise. Now my opinion about which transmission they should use is going to be the 7 speed because a CVT is a horrible transmission that seems to never find the right gears at the right time and I just hate how they would bring something out like ... Read More

• Re: 2009 Infiniti M45 updates? [bw45sport]

  Written by: 150mphclub on May 20, 2008 6:04:19 AM

  You seem to think I am quibbling about the cost of filling the gas tank. I am talking about engineering a better car. Nissan has a 7 speed auto and a CVT, both of which would provide better economy and performance for the M, but they are determined to stick with the 5 speed. I guess to save a few bucks on a $55,000 car.

• Re: 2009 Infiniti M45 updates? [150mphclub]

  Written by: bw45sport on May 19, 2008 10:25:08 PM

  Way better? I do most of my driving on the highway, so 14% highway mileage is way better. Comparing Infiniti M45 to GS460 (15k/yr, 90% Highway, $4.00/gallon) Infiniti M45 Annual Cost for fuel - $2,857 Lexus GS460 Annual Cost for fuel - $2,609 $148 dollars per year on a $55,000 car. Again I ask, way better?

• Re: New 7 sp Trans Might Help the M [art234]

  Written by: ewl88 on May 19, 2008 5:20:48 PM

  I have a 2006 M35X and my lease is up in Aug. Just spoke with a sales guy at Infiniti (Circle in NJ). According to him, no signicant changes to the M35 in 2009. Engine/? transmission changes at least for M35x is planned for 2010. (I didn't ask him about M45) I have looked around. I might actually go for the G35x. Its interior is almost as nice as the M, ... Read More

• Re: 2009 Infiniti M45 updates? [arnold14]

  Written by: 150mphclub on May 17, 2008 10:10:47 AM

  I don't know what your actual mileage is, but 16/23 is the EPA's number. (http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/findacar.htm)

• Re: 2009 Infiniti M45 updates? [arnold14]

  Written by: walt18 on May 17, 2008 7:11:47 AM

  Those numbers sound more like what it should be. Also people have to take into consideration how others drive, some people have a heavier foot than others, and then when you stay in a city where there is a stop light every 1/4 mile it kills the gas mileage even more.

• Re: 2009 Infiniti M45 updates? [150mphclub]

  Written by: arnold14 on May 16, 2008 5:53:54 PM

  The M35 is rated at 18-25 mpg and that's what I'm getting with mine.

• Re: 2009 Infiniti M45 updates? [bw45sport]

  Written by: 150mphclub on May 16, 2008 4:27:46 PM

  EPA Ratings Lexus LS460 - 16 city 24 highway Infiniti M45 - 16 city 21 highway Infiniti M35 - 16 city 23 highway Way better? I do most of my driving on the highway, so 14% highway mileage is way better.

• Re: 2009 Infiniti M45 updates?

  Written by: walt18 on May 16, 2008 4:18:30 PM

  Yeah I have been saying they need to upgrade there transmission that would help and with the horsepower it puts out it will make it get way better gas mileage than the lexus V-8. I'm still waiting to see if they are going to throw the new 7 speed transmission from the 2009 fx50 into the M45 and maybe the new 5.0L engine to that is producing 390HP.

• Re: 2009 Infiniti M45 updates? [150mphclub]

  Written by: bw45sport on May 16, 2008 2:18:51 PM

  Lexus V8 gets way better mileage than Infiniti V8 EPA Ratings Lexus GS460 - 16 city 23 highway Infiniti M45 - 16 city 21 highway Way better?

• Re: 2009 Infiniti M45 updates? [walt18]

  Written by: 150mphclub on May 16, 2008 11:40:22 AM

  Lexus V8 gets way better mileage than Infiniti V8. It even gets better mileage than the Infiniti V6. Could it be the Lexus 8 speed auto, compared to Infiniti's lame 5 speed? The M desperately needs a new transmission.

• Re: 2009 Infiniti M45 updates? [bloomer]

  Written by: walt18 on May 15, 2008 3:41:11 PM

  Ok wish you the best. God bless

• Re: 2009 Infiniti M45 updates? [walt18]

  Written by: bloomer on May 15, 2008 2:05:34 PM

  Thanks very much for your response. Living in Northeast Ohio weather, I plan to get the AWD. If I hear anything, I'll also pass it on.

• Re: 2009 Infiniti M45 updates? [bloomer]

  Written by: walt18 on May 14, 2008 1:00:27 PM

  Well you have pick the right car but getting the all-wheel drive will kill your gas mileage. I suggest that if you don't really need the all-wheel drive don't buy it. Now waiting until September would be a better choice because they may have made some changes. But when my salesman called me the other day about when I was going to buy my M45 I told him I was going ... Read More

• Re: 2009 Infiniti M45 updates? [bloomer]

  Written by: ghstudio on May 13, 2008 7:55:56 PM

  You should be aware that when you are moving, the navigation/computer system functions are significantly reduced. Lexus also does this.....they claim it's a "safety feature"....but it is a pain when you are looking for a restaurant on the interstate and you can only see the first page of restaurants because they won't let you go to page 2 or more....and so on. You can't program the nav using the screen if ... Read More

• Re: 2009 Infiniti M45 updates? [walt18]

  Written by: bloomer on May 13, 2008 7:14:28 PM

  What are the few things not good about the 2008 M45? I've read about the noise level, the audio system, the headlights and the gas mileage? Anything else I should be aware of? I'm was planning to sell my 2002 I35 & get an M45X. What's everyone's perspective on whether I should buy the 2008 in June or wait until September for the 2009? With the cost of steel and other ... Read More

• Re: 2009 Infiniti M45 updates? [tegmicro]

  Written by: walt18 on May 11, 2008 9:58:32 PM

  I'm not the only one that asked about this issue, and also the way gas prices are now most people will be trading in cars like this for one's that are better on gas reguardless of how much money you have or spend on the car. My responds was made based on the reviews I have read on this car. I hope they will add the new engine and transmission to ... Read More

• Re: 2009 Infiniti M45 updates? [walt18]

  Written by: tegmicro on May 9, 2008 4:12:47 PM

  when you can purchase more then $50K car why you think about 5 cents gas price

• Re: 2009 Infiniti M45 updates? [dheller]

  Written by: walt18 on May 2, 2008 12:14:41 PM

  Thank you for your input, I do have two questions, is that system made for accousite listening or just basic listening. I would hate to spend that extra money on a sound system that I will be replacing with some after market speakers and ampilfer, which I would more than likely choose infinity door speakers and there ampilfer which I think was a great system that was in a 2001 diamante ... Read More

• Re: 2009 Infiniti M45 updates? [walt18]

  Written by: dheller on May 2, 2008 10:09:14 AM

  I'll have to respectully disagree with the previous post, particularly regarding the audio quality of the premium sound (14 speaker) system. I find it mediocre, at best. There is no bass to speak of, and the CenterPoint option completly destroys the sound stage. For the premium dollars, this surely is not a premium system. Listen to the Lexus, or the BMW and compare. I'm now looking to add a multi-channel amplifier ... Read More

• Re: 2009 Infiniti M45 updates? [bw45sport]

  Written by: walt18 on May 1, 2008 9:17:25 PM

  Thank you, It would be nice to see them upgrade the engine and transmission, and I totally agree with you about the gas mileage,I am not to big of a fan on lot's of bass, I just hope that it has more than my gas saver car which is a 06" Hynudai accent. Yes I will enjoy it, I think I'm going to wait till they dropped the M50 cause I ... Read More

• Re: 2009 Infiniti M45 updates? [walt18]

  Written by: bw45sport on May 1, 2008 4:51:50 PM

  Hi Walt: I'll throw in my 2 cents for you. First, regarding gas mileage, my opinion is that people are making a bigger deal of this than it merits. While Infiniti is on the bottom end mileage wise, if you compare vehicles with similar engines the difference is not as great as some would have you believe. Referencing a post in another area I had previously made ............. Look at the ... Read More

• 2009 Infiniti M45 updates?

  Written by: walt18 on Apr 30, 2008 9:01:17 PM

  HI, I'm new here and I am going to be purchasing a brand new M45 but I want to know, does anyone know what updates will be made for the 2009 M45 and when it will possible go on sale. I have been hearing so many complaints about the gas mileage, and Bose 14 speaker sound system being sorry, how are the rear reclined seats cause I am planning on getting ... Read More

Luxury Performance Sedans

• Re: 2009 Infiniti M50? [rayainsw]

  Written by: bw45sport on Apr 11, 2008 6:14:25 PM

  The question of which car would be the next in Infiniti's lineup to utilize their new 7 speed was the first that entered my mind when I saw the introduction of the new FX50. My 2006 M45 Sport lease expires in June and I've been waffling in my decision on a follow up car. I took the opportunity earlier this week to speak to the owner of my local Infiniti dealership ... Read More

• Re: 2009 Infiniti M50? [rayainsw]

  Written by: lexusguy on Apr 11, 2008 1:50:34 PM

  My largest single issue ( and the primary reason that I did not buy one ) with the M45 was \ is the 5 speed automatic’s gearing. Resulting in generally good acceleration, but ( very ) high RPM at highway cruising speeds – and commensurately low MPG, from all reports. Same here. I'd really like to see an M50, and I have to assume that with the new engine will come ... Read More

• 2009 Infiniti M50?

  Written by: rayainsw on Apr 11, 2008 6:32:08 AM

  The FX series has been upgraded for 2009, with both a larger & more powerful V8 and a 7 speed automatic trans. The estimated 2009 EPA numbers published by Infiniti show a +3 MPG highway improvement for the V8, compared to 2008. So – my ‘question de jour’: Will Infiniti also upgrade the M45 to an M50? With both the larger V8 ( 390 HP = yum ) ** AND ** ... Read More

Infiniti M35/M45 Maintenance and Repair

• Infiniti M45 sport 32 month report

  Written by: markian on Jan 30, 2008 7:41:52 PM

  I posted a a report in the fall of 2006 when my M45 sport was at 18 months. I had nothing but praise for the M45 and I stated that the car was flawless. In May 2006, when I was about to enter the highway the car lost power and I had to roll over to the side to get out of the way of traffic. I put the car in ... Read More

Luxury Performance Sedans

• Lemon/Normal/Data?

  Written by: sfcharlie on Nov 8, 2006 10:50:30 AM

  If we have had some skepticism about how well CR and JDP predict reliability in a meaningful way (much less predict overall ownership and driving satisfaction), we are on even thinner ice when it comes to cars in the 75K to 125K chapters of their lives. Mostly it's anecdotal. On one website (British Warranty Direct) they draw on their experience paying for beyond-manufacturers-warranty repairs, and provide the 100 most reliable cars ... Read More