The Infiniti FX 35 is a trickster. Yes, it’s a crossover. Yes, it has all-wheel-drive. But the FX also comes equipped with a 300-plus horsepower engine and all the traction developed by that all-wheel-drive system. Meaning, the Infiniti is far closer to a tire-shredding sports car than an off-roading SUV. Problem is, all that speed comes at a price — and that price is paid at the fuel pump. So disheartening! Final analysis: If you can temper the condition known as lead foot, the FX rewards with plenty of style, serious luxury amenities and, yes, the occasional sudden burst of speed.

2012 Infiniti FX 35 Specifications

Price as tested            $63,850
Vehicle type                All-wheel-drive crossover
Engine                        3.5-litre V6
Power/torque             303 hp / 262 lb-ft
Transmission              7-speed automatic
Fuel consumption       13.4 city / 9.3 highway (L/100 km)
0-100 km/h                  6.1 sec (est.)

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