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Diesel sabotage in a premium camp. New three-liter engine for the Infiniti FX... Should we cry about the death of the Infiniti brand? Let's refrain from doing this. Although they have slipped to diesel engines, and, who knows, maybe the release of three-wheeled jalopies and pedal tarantas is not far off.

No, it's better to remain silent. Trite, uninteresting. What difference does it make what is produced under the Infiniti brand? Why not diesel? Electric motors will also arrive soon. However, we remember this brand as the manufacturer of incendiary gasoline bombs. Precisely gasoline ones. Which diesel would be suitable - V10 or V12? No impossible. None at all. Lexus, for example, has forgotten about diesel fuel and is relying on hybrids. Why did Infiniti need this experiment? Actually three liter Nissan diesel cooler than similar Toyota engine, maybe that's why they ignore the hybrid direction? The Nissan unit is much, much faster. He reaches a hundred in 8.3 seconds, and with the Toyota Infiniti engine I would have trudged more than 11.

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ALCOHOLIC WITH TOURBILLON
Infiniti is a show-off brand. They buy it in order, if not to blow it up, then at least to shake the reality around them, to set off small tsunamis. Is diesel capable of serving in this field? There is a chance. They put similar engines in the Mercedes ML - and nothing, the public drives, everyone is happy. True, the audience is different. Diesel ML for overweight financiers, the kind about whom you can’t tell for sure whether they go to bed at nine in the evening in pajamas or only after eight beers in an unconscious state. They are women or former prosecutors. Everything is shrouded in mystery. Infiniti is more frank. It is not for a mythical character in an alcoholic T-shirt and a tourbillon watch. In general, he is a projection of the owner’s appearance: everything that you can say about the appearance of FX will be true about its owner. Design comes first, and diesel has nothing to do with it. The motor doesn't play any role. However, would the FX have initially become so popular in Russia if it had not hidden flaming five-liter lighters under the hood? Could you reach the level of a semi-cult car with a tractor unit?

What else does?
Despite the complete lack of ergonomics, Infiniti interior always brings joy and light

AMAZING IN TURNING
Nissan marketers are behaving strangely. First, they work on the image of a daring chassis with a pronounced rear-wheel drive accent, which is depressing in winter on ice, but mesmerizing in dry turns. Then they put on wide wheels, such that when braking you need to work vigorously with the steering wheel, compensating for body movements. In other words, they do everything to be known as scumbags in the auto industry. As a result, the spiritual brotherhood of Infiniti fans already resembles a sect. This, you know, simple sect of car owners who are addicted to spying on hermaphrodites frolicking in a bath of quail fat, or organizing races for the spirits of Eric Kurmangaliev and Boris Yeltsin in the tunnels under the Sparrow Hills. And at the peak of this paranoia, Nissan brings into the banquet hall a three-liter black fuel engine, practically removed from a corn harvester. I imagine the faces of the participants in the feast. No, a diesel engine is absolutely not suitable for Infiniti, and we won’t talk about it anymore. Stop talk about this.

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OBLOMOVSHCHINA
All that remains is to drive the new three-liter FX. Feel what is what and how, and tell you about my feelings. I sit down, start the engine, drive away and... well, nothing. The sound is a strained diesel hum. The gasoline engine sings much more beautifully and pleasantly. Where has the nobility gone? There is some unnaturalness in this whole idea with the diesel fuel unit, as if they were pulling balloon to the globe. I already wrote about this diesel engine when we tested Nissan Pathfinder. His character is like Oblomov’s: he can, but he doesn’t really want to. It would be great at towing a trailer... It’s great for a universal SUV, but for premium crossover... Yes, he has a big plus - he eats a little, less than 12 liters per hundred, but the bullfighter, to whom the FX is drawn as a projection of the owner, does not suit German rationality. Maybe it’s in vain that the Infiniti brand ignores the topic of hybrids?

This year for the first time Russian market sales start Infiniti models with a diesel engine - Infiniti FX30d, the characteristics of which deserve the most careful consideration. At least to understand the level of production of this premium business SUV. In it you will find a lot of interesting things…

The first diesel Infiniti FX30d – specifications, prices

This year, for the first time on the Russian market, sales of an Infiniti model with a diesel engine will start - the Infiniti FX30d, the characteristics of which deserve the most careful consideration. At least to understand the level of production of this premium business SUV. In it you will find a lot of interesting things…

As a reminder, the FX occupies a strong position in the highly competitive premium SUV segment, and the introduction of a diesel variant will strengthen Infiniti's offering in this segment. High torque diesel Infiniti engine The FX30d opens up new dimensions of driving pleasure. Infiniti FX30d diesel has it all best qualities premium class car and in terms of dynamics and comfort it approaches sports model with a gasoline engine, while being distinguished by fuel efficiency and a large power reserve.

Crossover Infiniti FX 2012 model year received a number of updates. The front end of the Infiniti FX has become more aggressive with changes to the grille, headlights and front bumper. The car is equipped with 20-inch rims new design. There have also been changes to the interior: the arrows on the updated dashboard are now white, trip computer received a new screen and is completely Russified.

Infiniti FX30d engine specifications

Diesel modification luxury crossover The Infiniti FX is equipped with a 3.0-liter V6 engine (238 hp) and 550 Nm of torque, which combines compliance with strict environmental standards and impressive power and dynamism. Maximum speed is 212 km/h, acceleration 0-100 km/h in 8.3 seconds. Fuel consumption in mixed cycle– 9.0 l/100 km, in the extra-urban cycle - 7.8 l/100 km, and the range in the extra-urban cycle is 1100 km.

The advanced diesel engine provides the car with excellent sporting qualities. The main thing in Infiniti is the pleasure of driving a car, and special emphasis is placed on this in Sport configuration, which is now equipped with the RAS active rear wheel steering system. All versions of the FX diesel modification are equipped with an adaptive 7-speed automatic transmission, inherited from the FX gasoline version, with steering-wheel-mounted gear shifters.

The V6 diesel engine with a displacement of 3.0 liters and a power of up to 175 kW (238 hp) was developed jointly by engineers from Infiniti and Nissan. The engine's primary focus was to align with Infiniti's core brand values ​​and provide a superior driving experience.

Especially for this engine, engineers improved the fuel injection system. Unique engine components include: cylinder block, crankshaft, intake manifold, fuel injection system, exhaust gas recirculation, turbocharger, oil pan and exhaust gas converter in exhaust manifold.

To obtain the maximum benefit from compactness, balance and reliability, the turbocharger was placed in the camber of the block (camber angle is 65 degrees). The block heads are made of aluminum alloy, and the block itself is made of compacted gray cast iron (CGI) and has enormous strength at low weight. CGI provides up to 75% higher stiffness than conventional cast iron, and its use in engine block casting results in a 22% weight reduction.

A turbocharger with an adjustable nozzle device allows you to increase power to 175 kW (238 hp) at 3750 rpm, which puts this engine on par with the most powerful diesel engines, having a single-stage supercharging. The maximum torque of the new V6 is 550 Nm at just 1750 rpm and is at the level the best engine in your class.

The result is an engine with high dynamic characteristics in the low speed range and excellent softness of operation. It exhibits exemplary throttle response, and while noise levels are kept to a minimum, the special tuning exhaust system gives it a special sporty “voice”, which manifests itself during sharp acceleration at a frequency of about 2500 rpm.

Characteristics of the Infiniti FX30d by layout

The rigid architecture of the vehicle platform ensures weight distribution between the axles like sports car, which, combined with a low center of gravity, provides high stability when cornering. Thanks to the extensive use of lightweight components, including aluminum front and rear doors, the FX30d is one of the lightest in its class.

The double-wishbone front and multi-link rear suspension introduced on the FX in 2008 is also used on the diesel model. In addition, on sports version A variable suspension stiffness system (CDC) is used, as well as an active rear wheel steering system. Unlike passive systems steering, in active system A high-precision electric drive is used to control the position of the rear wheels, increasing driving stability at high speeds and maneuverability at low speeds. Steering FX depends on vehicle speed and provides excellent feedback to the driver.

The softness and refinement of the engine is emphasized by a smooth seven-speed automatic transmission Infiniti gears. The box parameters are selected in such a way as to fully realize all the benefits of high torque. Adaptive Shift Control (ASC) is precisely tuned to suit external characteristics diesel engine and provides excellent dynamics and optimization of fuel consumption. In the "D" range, smooth and dynamic driving is ensured, while the selection of the "DS" range leads to a shift in the shift point to an area more high speed. Like the petrol-powered FX, the diesel version features steering-wheel-mounted gearshift paddles for precise control in manual mode.

The FX30d features one of the most advanced systems all-wheel drive: Advanced Total Traction Engineering System for All Electronic Torque Split (ATTESA E-TS) - an electronic system for controlling the flow of torque on each wheel. ATTESA E-TS uses an advanced torque vectoring principle to automatically distribute the optimum torque to the wheels according to road and driving conditions.

The system provides excellent handling thanks to optimal torque distribution between the front and rear rear wheels(from 50:50 to 0:100). ATTESA E-TS also provides high level starting traction and smooth, stable acceleration, especially in snowy and off-road conditions with a 50:50 torque distribution when starting from zero speed.

Infiniti FX30d: brake review

Effective braking is ensured thanks to ventilated disc brakes all 4 wheels, with 4-piston opposed calipers at the front and 2-piston opposed calipers at the rear. Assistance system emergency braking(BA) and electronic distribution system braking forces(EBD) are included as standard equipment on the vehicle.

The FX30 Elegance + NAVI AWD, FX30 Sport + NAVI AWD, FX30 Sport Black + Navi AWD packages also include such options active safety How adaptive cruise control, Forward Collision Warning (FCW) and Intelligent Braking Assist (IBA).

The collision avoidance system ensures a safe distance from the vehicle in front. When the cruise control is turned off, as most drivers do, both systems - IBA and FCW - work constantly. They not only warn the driver that the distance to the vehicle in front is decreasing, but also perform a preliminary increase in pressure in brake drive in preparation for emergency braking.

The athletic appearance of the Infiniti FX is one of the main factors determining buyers' decisions when choosing this model. Diesel Infiniti modification FX30 repeats the look petrol versions. Character traits Infiniti FX – long hood, developed “shoulder girdle”, window profile like a coupe body. One look at the FX is enough to feel the charisma of this car.

Infiniti FX30d sales: prices

The FX's interior is as meticulously designed as its appearance. The driver-oriented cockpit emphasizes the sporty character of the car, while expensive natural materials and fine detailing of all finishing details create a premium atmosphere. As with all 2012 Infiniti FX, dashboard acquired an even more effective and sporty look Due to the new trip computer screen and white instrument needles, in addition, the trip computer has become completely Russified.

The FX30d is offered in several trim levels: FX30 Elegance with distinctly luxurious trim and Sport trim with a sporty twist. In Russia, the Infiniti FX3O diesel is available at a price starting from 2,590,000 rubles, and prices for gasoline modifications FX 2012 model year starts at 2,574,000 rubles.


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This is not to say that Infiniti pays little attention to diesel engines and is focused on gasoline engines. Many models have their own diesel options, but there are noticeably fewer of them than gasoline options. For example, the Infiniti QX4 SUV is completely devoid of diesel engines, which, oddly enough, did not affect its sales at all. However, we will devote this article specifically to diesel engine from Infinity, touching at the end characteristic shortcomings motors from this manufacturer.

We are talking about a 3-liter V6 diesel engine with direct injection, which was equipped with crossover Infiniti EX30d and the popular M30d sedan, which demonstrated the highest torque in its class - 550 Nm. Special layout engine compartment EX, originally developed for gasoline engines, required to reduce the size of the diesel engine, as well as the camber angle of its cylinders, which should be as close as possible to 60 degrees. This was necessary for the location of the engine in both longitudinal and transverse directions. For this, a V-shaped layout with an unusual camber angle of 65 degrees was used. Thanks to this, the engine received the required balance of reliability of the crankshaft, cylinder block and balance, and also gained the ability to install a turbocharger in the camber of the cylinders.

One of the main components of the success of the Infiniti engine was the material of the cylinder block. Traditionally used aluminum alloys in recent times have provided insufficient rigidity and reduced noise levels. Therefore, compacted gray cast iron (CGI) was additionally used, which has all the advantages of traditional cast iron, providing, with a slight increase in weight, more high performance rigidity, reduced noise and vibration. And although gray cast iron is heavier than light alloys, it was possible to minimize the increase in weight due to the absence of additional stiffeners, the installation of which required the use of light alloy structures.

In addition, it should be noted other original solutions that allowed diesel engine withstand significant loads with solid power and torque. This includes a rigid and wide mating surface, an elongated lower part of the cylinder block made of gray cast iron, direct attachment of attachments to the crankcase, a special design of the oil pan, and other solutions. All this made it possible to create a powerful, resourceful and compact V9X diesel engine with high structural rigidity and soft operation, with the lowest vibration levels at frequencies of 250 and 500 Hertz.

As for characteristic features of all Infiniti engines, they are primarily related to the oil level. For example, in the FX35 and FX45 models only 4.5 liters of oil are filled, which requires the driver to constantly monitor its availability. At the same time, the Infiniti FX35 is extremely poorly located oil dipstick, which is difficult to return to a narrow and hard-to-reach neck. If the fixation is insufficient, the oil may push the dipstick out and it will be lost while driving. We also note the absence of an oil level sensor in many models, which is why you should monitor its level even more closely and pay attention to the emergency pressure sensor - a slight blinking during sudden starts and turns indicates that it is time to pay close attention to the oil.

Of the most popular spare parts and Supplies For Infiniti car engines, we note the following:

  • Ignition coil.
  • Iridium spark plugs.
  • Camshaft sensor.
  • Coolant sensor.
  • Valve gasket.
  • Covers, front oil seal.
  • Cylinder head gasket for engine repair.
  • Oil and air filters.
  • Piston.
  • Main and connecting rod bearings.
  • Motor oil.

We also want to remind you what awaits you in our store big choice spare parts for Infiniti cars EX, M30, Q45, QX56, FX35, FX45, M35, QX50, M37, etc. popular models. Reasonable prices await you a wide range of, convenient service and fast delivery to any region of Russia.

The new one could probably change the attitude towards gasoline engines forever internal combustion. But what we know for sure is that it is already capable of changing the compression ratio from 8:1 to 14:1, thereby coming very close to the performance indicators fuel efficiency for diesel engines.


Nissan's luxury division will officially present its development, turbocharged engine With variable degree compression (VC-T), next month. It took more than two decades to perfect the technology, the result was a high-performance engine model that, according to the developers, managed to maintain, fuel efficiency(diesel) and power (gasoline engine).

Here's how it works, let's briefly look at the use of the technology using an example circuit:


Meaning new technology is that by changing the piston stroke length, the engine can endlessly vary the compression ratio in the range from 8:1 to 14:1. When electronic controller motor control believes that you require more power, the drive lever acts on the control shaft, changing the position of the multi-lever system of levers rotating around the main connecting rod bearing, lowering the piston in the cylinder. This reduces the compression ratio, allowing the turbocharger to safely increase pressure without the risk of skipping or detonation. But when driving top gear at high speeds, the system will work in reverse, creating the conditions for the highest possible compression to improve fuel consumption. Electronic system The new engine's valve timing and direct fuel injection system additionally allow instantaneous switching between the conventional and Atkinson cycles.

SAAB's idea was to create an engine consisting of two blocks that could press the cylinder head towards the block using hydraulic drive to increase the compression ratio. The ability to change the displacement allowed the engine to operate on three types of fuel: gasoline, diesel fuel or alcohol.


The SVC project was shelved following the GM acquisition, making Infiniti's VC-T technology the first pre-production prototype of its kind to actually go into production.

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