Infiniti of Norwood Presents X Isles at The QX56 Release

The evening of July 8, 2010 approached and when 6 PM struck the clock, the party officially was underway.  When I arrived at the unveiling, I was greeted with a pleasant surprise when the valet attendant had informed me that he would park my vehicle and provide a complimentary car detailing! From that moment the stage and expectations were set. Upon entering the dealership, I was handed a gift bag, which I later found to include an Infiniti pen, keychain, QX56 booklet, a free oil change coupon, and car detail coupon. Too good to be true? They seemed to be buttering us up for a not so impressive 2011 QX56 I thought. But, when the night progressed I was ecstatic that I made time to attend…

The music was splendid, which featured the X Isles, a 2 piece band with vocals, guitar, and steel drums. Despite only 2 members, the band featured the incredible vibe of even some of the best 4 or 5 piece bands. Not over powering, but very full and soothing. My favorite part about writing this blog is including an aspect of life that I am very candid of: Food! Sky catered this event and truly added a 5 star touch with their signature ingredients. They featured crab cakes, quesadillas, scallops and shrimp, jerk chicken embodied by cornbread with a little swirl of BBQ sauce to top it off, cheese and meat platters, bruschetta, tortellini dishes, and more. All of the food was delectable and mouth watering! I was a little weary as to how the catering would go, as we all know catering with hot food is a hit or miss. Sky had 3 chefs in attendance freshly preparing all of the dishes on the dealership floor. The food was a showcase in itsself and truly did Sky’s typical reputation justice!

Now, aside from my rambling. The vehicle was finally unveiled. By 7:00 PM we all were exploring the new QX56. The car is very spacious, which was demonstrated by a family of 7, who had much room once packed in. The vehicle is slightly smaller inside than last years’ model, but has no bearing on still being able to fit your family comfortably. The car is filled with features, such as twin DVD screens on the driver/passenger headrest, luxurious design in the dashboard, steering wheel, lavish compartment space in the front middle center, leather, navigation touch screen, and more. Infiniti equipped this machine with a standard 5.6-liter, V8, 400-horsepower engine that achieves 14-mpg in the city and 20-mpg on the highway. For a car of its class, the QX56 stands above competition in having impressive fuel ratings.  Motor Trend asks, “Is there a better SUV in this category? Perhaps not.” The Infiniti QX56 is all new for 2011, and other fellow reviewers say it’s finally competitive.  The changes to the Infiniti QX56 for 2011 start on the outside.  I was happy to see that the angular, blingy styling of the old model is gone, while a more subdued look takes its place.  Inside, there’s standard seating for seven (though seating for eight is a no-cost option) in a cabin that again I would compare to that of a luxury private jet. Since it’s an Infiniti, the QX56 comes loaded with high-tech standard features, as well as some innovative available safety features, like Intelligent Cruise Control.

The night was a success and Infiniti of Norwood gave their customers another reason of why they won the 2010 Infiniti Award of Excellence. Classy event all around for the top of the line luxury SUV.

That being said, check this car out today and for more details please visit: www.infinitinorwood.com

Infiniti MA of Norwood will have product specialists on hand to answer any questions that you may have regarding the completely revamped QX.  The complete redesigns of the exterior, as well as the improvements under the hood are sure to spark many questions that we will be more than happy to answer.  This vehicle is a completely different experience from its previous incarnation and is certain to impress! 

In addition to answering your questions about the QX, there will be complimentary food and wine available.  The Infiniti of Norwood QX Launch Party is being catered by Sky Norwood – one of the best and most well known restaurants in the area.  Sky Norwood specializes in fantastic American cuisine and is located at 1369 Providence Highway in Norwood. 

There will also be live entertainment.  The X Isles, a local calypso band will be on hand Thursday to sooth you with steel drums and their smooth Caribbean style. Additionally, there will be gifts available for our first 10 QX customers.  The first 10 orders of the new QX will receive a complimentary Apple I-Pad!       

We would love to see our customers and fans and have the opportunity to see those that we haven’t had the pleasure of meeting yet, so please RSVP for this exciting event at www.qxevent.com.  We are looking forward to seeing you here Thursday night!

2011 Infiniti QX56

Infiniti of Norwood is abuzz with the next anticipated arrival – the newly redesigned 2011 QX56.  Completely overhauled for 2011, the QX56 gets bolder styling and a more upscale interior.  The new incarnation of this luxurious SUV is much more sporty and curvaceous than last year’s model, and is a completely different experience.

The new version of the QX has considerably more power than its predecessor.  It features a 5.6-liter V8 with 400 horsepower (up from the previous 320) and 413 pound-feet of torque (an improvement of 20), and it is paired with a new seven-speed automatic transmission. Towing capacity checks in at an impressive 8,500 pounds, so there are no worries when it comes to towing your boat for those gorgeous summer weekends! 

Fuel economy, which is a perennial hot-topic amongst car experts nowadays, has improved to 14 City/20 Highway.  You won’t break the bank at the pump when embarking on those long summer trips in the car, which the QX is perfect for.  DVD players have become just about mandatory for any couple with kids as they set off to visit relatives across the country whose names they can’t seem to get quite right, and faces they can’t remember.   

Great safety features include the Infiniti Advanced Airbag System (AABS) which inflates the airbags accordingly depending on the severity of the crash, Blind Spot Warning which has also been featured on the 2011 M37 and 56, Lane Departure Warning to help alert the driver when he/she is drifting side to side, as well as, Intelligent Cruise Control to assist in a safe distance between you and the car ahead of you.  

An available Hydraulic Body Motion Control System (which includes 22-inch wheels and tires) automatically reduces body lean while cornering, which in turn provides a better ride and more composed handling.

Here at Infiniti of Norwood, we expect to see the new 2011 QX56 to arrive any day now.  This large, luxurious SUV is sure to be a hit once it debuts, and we don’t want you to miss out on the excitement!  Give us a call to set up a test drive, or to place an order!  We look forward to seeing you here on the Automile this summer.  Happy driving, and stay safe!