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2012 Infiniti QX56 [w/video]

Go Big Or Go Home I did something terrible the other day. I drove to the hardware store and bought incandescent light bulbs. I stood there in the aisle for a few extra minutes, staring at the compact fluorescents mocking me in their "be green" packaging, thinking about the several burned out incandescent bulbs in my basement and wondering how long the new ones I held in my hand might last. Better grab another box, just to be sure – government mandate has incandescents being phased out starting in January. I kept from making eye contact with the cashier while I paid and slunk out ... Read More

Vital Stats

Engine:
5.6L V8
Power:
400 HP / 413 LB-FT
Transmission:
7-Speed Auto
MSRP:
$75,340 (as tested)
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