The Infiniti IPL G Coupe will be the first of a new line of Infiniti performance vehicles.? The IPL (Infiniti Performance Line) coupe will be the first car to be powered by a new 348-hp version of the Infiniti 3.7 liter DOHC V-6 engine.
The line focuses not only on engine power and acceleration, but also on redefining total vehicle performance. IPL promises unique driving attributes with exclusive designs, different from other Infiniti models in each selected Infiniti line. The 2011 IPL G Coupe, which arrives at dealerships in December, is the first of what is expected to be a range of IPL performance vehicles in the future.
Infiniti Performance Line vehicles target buyers seeking performance luxury vehicles that express a greater degree of individual style. The limited production IPL vehicles begin with Infiniti?s legendary emotional design and Japanese craftsmanship ? and then heighten the luxury and performance levels through modifications to the exterior, interior, engine tuning and suspension.
?IPL was conceived to create a new premium performance envelope, going beyond equipment upgrades to accelerate the very soul of Infiniti?s Inspired Performance,? said Infiniti Vice President Ben Poore. ?IPL brings all the elements together, styling harmonized with performance, exhaust note with acceleration feel, ride comfort and confident handling. It?s the perfect formula for unmatched driving exhilaration.?
The IPL G Coupe?s unique exterior includes a dramatic front and rear bumper/fascia design with integrated fog lights and black finishers, sculpted side sills, rear spoiler and chrome exhaust tips. Each part is shaped to accent the G Coupe?s aggressively seductive styling. Combined with the exclusive 19-inch IPL split 7-spoke graphite-finish wheels and low-profile W-rated Bridgestone Potenza RE50A performance tires, the IPL G Coupe projects a confident stance and road-ready attitude. The IPL G Coupe is offered in just two exterior colors: Graphite Shadow and Malbec Black. IPL models will be identified by a special engine cover and trunklid badging.
The IPL G Coupe?s enhanced performance comes from the synergetic effects of three technology areas ? engine tuning, dynamic tuning and sound quality/acceleration feel tuning. Engine performance modifications were selected not only for increased horsepower and torque levels, but also for acceleration feel and exhaust sound without compromising fuel economy or noise standards.
The IPL-tuned high-flow exhaust is a full dual exhaust design with independent left and right large diameter pipes. The muffler?s inner structure and materials have been maximized to reduce pressure and provide an appropriate performance exhaust note. The result is a 30% reduction in exhaust pressure versus a base G Coupe?s Y-pipe exhaust system design.
The IPL G Coupe also offers a sport-tuned steering gear and large 4-wheel sport brakes with aluminum-alloy opposed calipers (4-piston front/2-piston rear) and Viscous Limited-Slip Differential (VLSD).
