1999 Infiniti Model Change Highlights

Infiniti G20 Luxury Sports Sedan

The G20 is all new for the 1999 model year. The second generation G20 features a high-revving all-aluminum 4-cylinder engine, rear Multi-Link Beam' Suspension and a choice of two models; a fully-equipped Standard model and a sporty Touring (G20t) model. Highlights of the new G20 follow:

• 140-horsepower 2.0-liter DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine
  

• Adoption of a Multi-Link Beam rear suspension
  

• 4-wheel disc brakes with standard 4-channel, 4-sensor ABS
  

• Bose 100-watt, 6-speaker audio system with AM/FM/Cassette and in-dash CD player
  

• Front-seat supplemental side-impact air bags
  

• Available HomeLink, Universal Transceiver
  

Infiniti I30 Luxury Sedan

The I30 was first introduced for the 1996 model year. In 1998, the I30 received minor refinements, including revised headlight and taillight designs and the introduction of the Infiniti In-Vehicle Communicator System (IVCS), capable of locating the vehicle and contacting emergency assistance through use of global positioning satellites and a built-in cellular telephone. Highlights of the changes for 1999 follow:

• The audio faceplate has been updated for improved appearance
  

• Infiniti Traction Control System (TCS) is now available as an option
  

• An ignition immobilizer is now offered for enhanced security
  

Infiniti Q45 Luxury Performance Sedan

The 1999 Q45 arrives with a number of mechanical and cosmetic enhancements, including the return of the center-mounted instrument panel analog clock. Other changes include new headlight and taillight designs and a new suspension for touring model Q45t), featuring electronically modulated suspension with driver-selectable settings. Changes to the 1999 Q45 include:

• Revised headlight styling that incorporate high intensity discharge (HID) headlights
  

• Revised front grille with reduced chrome surface area
  

• Revised rear combination lamps/rear styling with body colored rear license plate finisher
  

• One-touch open feature for new glass sunroof
  

• Power trunk closure assist feature
  

• Electronically modulated suspension with driver-selectable settings (Q45t only)
  

• Enhanced front-seat side air bags that deploy to a larger size (head and chest area)
  

• Power-operated rear window sunshade
  

• Revised audio and climate control faceplate appearance
  

• New front seat supplemental side-impact air bags (head and chest)
  

Infiniti QX4 Luxury Sport Utility Vehicle

The QX4 was introduced as an all-new addition to the Infiniti lineup as a 1997 model. Since its introduction, the QX4 has been a strong seller for the Infiniti marque and has set a new standard for technology and quality among luxury sport utility vehicles. The 1999 QX4 continues with no major changes for the new model year.