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Infiniti's has released pricing on its UK market M37 model that's powered by a 3.7-litre petrol V6 engine The Japanese firm's BMW 5-Series rival will be available in five different grades priced from £35,150. The M range will be extended by the M30d diesel in October and the M35 hybrid in spring 2011, with prices and specifications for these versions to be announced at a later date.

The M37 is motivated by Infiniti's 3.7-litre petrol V6 churning out 316 bhp (320 PS) that propels the four-door saloon from 0-62mph (100km/h) in 6.2 seconds and on to an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h). Fuel consumption on the combined cycle is 27.7 mpg UK while CO2 emissions are 235 g/km.

The base M37 is priced at £35,150 and comes equipped with a 7-speed automatic transmission, bi-Xenon lights, 10-way power front seats, reversing camera, hard disk drive (HDD) sound system and the firm's new Drive Mode Selector which tailors key driving parameters to Sport, Normal, Snow and Eco settings.

The M37 GT start from £37,650 adding semi-aniline leather, heated and ventilated front seats and White Ash wood trim with silver powder finish. Next up is the M37S, which costs £39,650 and adds 4-Wheel Active Steering (4WAS), sports suspension, sports seats (also heated and ventilated), gearshift paddles and 20-inch alloy wheels.

Infiniti also offers "Premium" versions of both the GT (from £43,000) and the S (from £45,000). These get a Dynamic Safety Shield package, Forest Air, a 16-speaker Bose sound system and the Connectiviti+ information and entertainment platform comprising 30GB HDD navigation.

In addition, the Premium versions also feature a system called "Eco Pedal", which helps reduce fuel consumption by push back the accelerator pedal on the driver's foot when it detects excess pressure and poor fuel efficiency.

Following the M35’s debut at the recent 5th China Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition, Infiniti announced that its luxury mid-sized sedan is now available for sale in China. The Japanese carmaker’s Chinese range now comprises of three models including the FX SUV and the G sports sedan. Powered by a 276 HP V6 engine that’s matted to a 5-speed automatic transmission, the M35 is offered in two versions in China, with prices starting at RMB 548,000 ($76,700) and RMB 593,000 ($81,900), respectively.

When one of our readers sent us this spy video link last week, the first thought that passed our mind was the 2009 Nissan Maxima. However, we decided to cross-check it with some of our inside sources and guess what; this isn’t the 2009 Maxima but the 2010 Infiniti M! The prototype was caught testing in Arizona, and from what our sources told us, Infiniti’s BMW 5-Series adversary will make its debut in late 2009 or early 2010. As with the recently facelifted model (see here), the new “M” will be offered with V6 and V8 engine units while customers will also be able to choose between rear-wheel and all-wheel-drive versions. -Video after the jump

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Infiniti’s redesigned M35 and M45 sedans have arrived at U.S. dealerships with a starting price of $43,050 for the rear-wheel drive M35 and $44,800 for the M35x all-wheel drive. The 2008 M45 is priced at $49,350, while the (all-new) M45x all-wheel drive model is $51,850. The M35 is equipped with a 275Hp 3.5-liter V6 engine while the M45 gets a 325Hp 4.5-liter V8 unit. Compared to the outgoing M35/M45’s, the 2008 models (see high-res images here) feature subtle exterior and interior revisions along with a few new technologies, including the production debut of Infiniti's new Lane Departure Prevention system. -Details after the jump

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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Nov. 5 - Infiniti today announced pricing on the 2008 Infiniti M, which is on sale now at Infiniti retailers nationwide. The Infiniti M receives major upgrades for 2008 that include the first-ever availability of Infiniti's intelligent ATTESA(TM) E-TS all-wheel drive system on the V8-powered M45. The new model, designated M45x, joins the M35x to provide buyers with two choices in all-climate AWD performance. The 2008 Infiniti M is also offered in two rear-wheel drive models, the Infiniti M35 and Infiniti M45.

The M45 and new M45x offer a 325-horsepower 4.5-liter aluminum-alloy DOHC V8, while the M35 and M35x feature the award-winning VQ-series 3.5-liter V6, tuned for the M to produce 275 horsepower. Both engines are mated to a standard 5-speed automatic transmission with performance shifter and manual shift mode with downshift rev matching.

Other enhancements for 2008 include revised interior and exterior styling and added luxury amenities and technologies, including the production debut of Infiniti's newest safety technology, the Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) system. For 2008, previous M Sport models have been replaced by an available Sport Package, which includes unique exterior and interior styling, Rear Active Steer (RAS) and 19-inch wheels and tires. The previous M35 Journey Package equipment, including climate controlled seats and Xenon/AFS headlights, are now standard on the 2008 M35.

The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) starts at $43,050 for the Infiniti M35 and $44,800 for the Infiniti M35x all-wheel drive. The 2008 M45 is priced at $49,350, while the M45x all-wheel drive model is $51,850.

The Infiniti M's exterior enhancements for 2008 include revised front and rear fascia, grille, rear fender panels, rear decklid and taillight design, new chrome accents and new standard 18-inch and available 19-inch sport aluminum-alloy wheels. There are six new exterior colors (out of an available eight). There is also greater visual differentiation between the Sport Package-equipped models and non-Sport Package models.

Inside, enhancements include new standard Rosewood trim, white and violet instrument panel and interior lighting, electroluminescent Fine Vision Meters, new aluminum trim on the Sport Package and a revised Stone interior color. The new 2008 Infiniti M includes standard XM(R) Satellite Radio (requires XM(R) subscription, sold separately), Bluetooth(R) Hands-free Phone System and Infiniti Information Display with 7-inch LCD screen and easy-to-use controls, Infiniti voice recognition.

Available advanced technology features include an upgraded Infiniti Hard Drive Navigation System with touch-screen, XM NavTraffic(R) (requires active XM(R) subscription, sold separately), 9.3GB Music Box hard drive for digital music storage and playback and iPod(R) connectivity, and a RearView Monitor system.

The 2008 Infiniti M is offered with a number of available equipment packages, including the Advanced Technology Package, Premium Package, Sport Package, Technology Package, Mobile Entertainment System, Wood Interior Trim and Xenon/AFS Package (M35x only, standard on M35, M45 and M45x).

Infiniti offers a full-line of luxury performance automobiles, including the G sports coupe and sedan, the M luxury performance sedan, FX premium crossover SUV, QX full-size luxury SUV, and the EX personal luxury crossover, which goes on sale in December. More information about Infiniti and its total ownership experience can be found at Infiniti.com.