First Generation (Y50, 2004-2009)
| Also called | Infiniti M35/45 |
|---|---|
| Production | 2004 - 2009 |
| Body style | 4-door sedan |
| Layout | FR layout/AWD |
| Platform | FR-L "enhanced FM" |
| Engine | 2.5 L V6 VQ25DE 2.5 L V6 VQ25HR 3.5 L V6 VQ35DE 3.5 L V6 VQ35HR 4.5 L V8 VK45DE |
| Transmission | 5 speed automatic |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm (114.2 in) |
| Length | 4,900 mm (192.9 in) |
| Width | 1,805 mm (71.1 in) |
| Height | 1,510 mm (59.4 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,780 kg (3,900 lb) |
When the Prince (Nissan) Gloria was first introduced in 1959, it was based on a stretched version of the original Prince (Nissan) Skyline, which was first introduced in 1957. Nissan used this approach again for the Fuga, using the Skyline platform again.
Nissan wanted to create a fresh approach started by the Cedric/Gloria and focus its efforts to compete with European executive mid-sized sports sedans, such as the BMW 5 series, Audi A6, Mercedes-Benz E-Class and Jaguar S-Type. The Fuga's primary competitor from Toyota is the Toyota Crown Athlete Series, but also competes with the Lexus GS.
The Fuga trim levels began with "XV" and ended with "GT" as the top trim package, equivalent to the previous "Brougham" and "Gran Turismo" versions of the Cedric and Gloria.
In markets outside Japan it is sold as the second-generation Infiniti M (M35/45). The Infiniti M became the flagship of the Infiniti luxury division after the 2006 model year, as the Infiniti Q (the Cima's counterpart in certain markets) was discontinued. However the Cima would remain in production for the Japanese domestic market and it is 2" longer than the Fuga which slots below it in the lineup.
The Fuga is also used as an uplevel taxi in Japan.
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