Long-Term Test Verdict for 2011 Infiniti QX56 – Escalating the Lux-ute Standard

Name-brand devotees of the gargantuan-size luxury-ute class are missing out. Sure, the Cadillac Escalade has the chrome-tastic appeal and pop culture status to keep units of the nearly 6000-pound SUV moving out of dealerships, but many wealthy buyers might not realize what other gems exist in the stratospheric $60,000-$100,000, seven-to-eight-passenger luxury-SUV class.

First Test: 2011 Infiniti M37

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The 2011 Infiniti M is an ambitious car. Not only must it compete in the ultra-competitive midsize luxury sedan segment against the likes of the BMW 5 Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class, but the M also carries the load as Infiniti’s flagship.

First Drive: 2010 Infiniti EX35

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The Infiniti EX35 is the most attractive vehicle in its class, but that’s partly because it’s difficult to determine how to classify the stylish hatchback.