2008 Infiniti M35, M45: Details and Pricing

The largest of Infiniti’s sedans gets a mild face-lift for 2008 and some new features. Most important of the updates is newly available all-wheel drive on the V-8-powered M45. This M45x joins the M35x and G35x in Infiniti’s all-wheel-drive sedan lineup. The M35 starts at $43,050, the M35x at $44,800, the M45 at $49,350 and the M45x at $51,850. None of those prices include a $715 destination charge.

The minor exterior and interior cosmetic enhancements are joined by another new option: Infiniti’s Lane Departure Prevention system, which we recently tried out in the EX35 SUV. Full prices, including options, can be found below. The 2008 M35 and M45 are on sale now.

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• Competes with: BMW 5 Series, Acura RL, Lexus GS
• Looks like: A 2007 M after a botox injection
• Drivetrain: 325-hp, 4.5-liter V-8 (M45) or 275-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 (M35), both with five-speed automatic; rear- or all-wheel drive
• Hits dealerships: TBA

Infiniti’s impressive M lineup gets some appreciated tweaking for 2008. The biggest news is that both the M35 and M45 will now be available with all-wheel drive. Previously only the M35 was available with AWD. Those models will go by the designations M35x and M45x. Other changes to the M include a new chrome grille and slight alterations to the front and rear ends and the taillights. Interior alterations include a new illumination scheme, upgraded navigation system, standard XM Satellite Radio and a new interior color called Stone.

The Sport package also gets an upgrade with active rear steering, 19-inch wheels, sport seats, a sportier steering wheel and slight body panel enhancements. An optional lane departure system will also be offered for the first time when the 2008 M goes on sale. 

Prices have not been announced, but we expect them to be similar to the current figure of $41,450 for the M35 and $49,100 for the M45. Check out more photos below.