Infiniti Q45 0–60 Times
The Infiniti Q45 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 13 verified production tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and MotorWeek and more. A further 1 modified or prototype run is listed by year but kept out of every record and average, per our methodology.
The fastest tested production Infiniti Q45 is the 2002 Infiniti Q45 Sedan, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 6.00 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 14.50 seconds at 98.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
The slowest tested production Infiniti Q45 is the 1998 Infiniti Q45 t Sedan, which took 8.40 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 16.50 seconds at 87.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
Across the 13 verified production tests of the Infiniti Q45, the average 0–60 mph time is 7.48 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 15.78 seconds at 91.59 mph.
Separately, 1 modified or prototype run is on record for the Infiniti Q45, led by the 1998 Infiniti Q45 Stillen Indy Q Sedan at 7.30 seconds. These are not stock configurations and are excluded from the figures above.
Fastest 0–60 6.00sec 2002 Sedan · stock
Average 0–60 7.48sec Across 13 production runs
Fastest Modified 7.30sec 1998 Stillen Indy Q Sedan · modified
Avg ¼ Mile 15.78sec @ 91.6 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 8.40sec 1998 t Sedan
Across 13 verified production runs, the Infiniti Q45 ranges from 6.00 to 8.40 seconds 0–60, with a 7.48-second average. 1 modified or prototype run is recorded separately and excluded from this range.
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Infiniti Q45 Performance Overview
Infiniti’s flagship Q45 ran from 1990 to 2002 in this dataset, covering 14 verified tests across seven model years. Performance began with the Y32 generation (1990–1996), where the 278-hp VH45DE V8 established the car’s baseline as a rear-drive, naturally aspirated gasoline luxury sedan. Early results were comparatively consistent, led by the 1990 Sedan at 6.9 seconds to 60 mph, while period quarter-mile runs generally sat in the mid-15-second range.
The Y33 generation (1997–2001) shifted to the 266-hp VH41DE V8 and, in tested form, trended slightly slower overall. The standard 1998 t Sedan recorded the model line’s slowest 0-60 result at 8.4 seconds, while the 1998 Stillen Indy Q Sedan cut that to 7.3 seconds, showing the spread within this middle era. Across the full run, the average Q45 delivered 0-60 in 7.47 seconds and the quarter-mile in 15.76 seconds at 91.6 mph.
By 2002, the F50 generation introduced the 340-hp VK45DE V8 and reset the Q45’s performance ceiling. The 2002 Sedan posted the all-time best 0-60 time of 6.0 seconds and the quickest quarter-mile of 14.5 seconds at 98 mph. In the tested record, that final production year stands as the Q45’s quickest point.
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Infiniti Q45 0–60 Times by Generation: Y32 to F50
3 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Production Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F50 | 2002–2006 | 6.30s | 6.00s — 2002 Sedan | 2 | The F50 generation (2002–2006) averaged 6.30 seconds to 60 mph across 2 production tests, led by the 2002 Sedan at 6.00 seconds. Output was 340 hp across 4.5L V8 configurations. |
| Y33 | 1997–2001 | 7.88s | 7.50s — 1997 t Sedan | 4 | The Y33 generation (1997–2001) averaged 7.88 seconds to 60 mph across 4 production tests, led by the 1997 t Sedan at 7.50 seconds. Output was 266 hp across 4.1L V8 configurations. A further 1 result from 1 modified vehicle is recorded but excluded from the average. |
| Y32 | 1990–1996 | 7.60s | 6.90s — 1990 Sedan | 7 | The Y32 generation (1990–1996) averaged 7.60 seconds to 60 mph across 7 production tests, led by the 1990 Sedan at 6.90 seconds. Output was 278 hp across 4.5L V8 configurations. |
F50 2002–2006
Avg 0–60 6.30s
Fastest 6.00s
Tests 2
2002 Sedan
The F50 generation (2002–2006) averaged 6.30 seconds to 60 mph across 2 production tests, led by the 2002 Sedan at 6.00 seconds. Output was 340 hp across 4.5L V8 configurations.
Y33 1997–2001
Avg 0–60 7.88s
Fastest 7.50s
Tests 4
1997 t Sedan
The Y33 generation (1997–2001) averaged 7.88 seconds to 60 mph across 4 production tests, led by the 1997 t Sedan at 7.50 seconds. Output was 266 hp across 4.1L V8 configurations. A further 1 result from 1 modified vehicle is recorded but excluded from the average.
Y32 1990–1996
Avg 0–60 7.60s
Fastest 6.90s
Tests 7
1990 Sedan
The Y32 generation (1990–1996) averaged 7.60 seconds to 60 mph across 7 production tests, led by the 1990 Sedan at 6.90 seconds. Output was 278 hp across 4.5L V8 configurations.
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Infiniti Q45 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
13 production tests + 1 modified · 7 years ▾
2002 Infiniti Q45
2 production runs Avg 0–60 6.30 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.15 sec
Production Tests 2
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2002 Infiniti Q45 Sedan
6.00sec 0–60
14.50s ¼ mi @ 98.0 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 6.00 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.50 sec
- Trap Speed
- 98.0 mph
- Engine
- 4.5L V8
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 5A
- Horsepower
- 340 hp
- Torque
- 333 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 4,000 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 11.8 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 16 C / 23 H / 21 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #1 of 13 production runs
#02
2002 Infiniti Q45 Sedan
6.60sec 0–60
15.80s ¼ mi @ 96.0 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 6.60 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.80 sec
- Trap Speed
- 96.0 mph
- Engine
- 4.5L V8
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 5A
- Horsepower
- 340 hp
- Torque
- 333 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 4,000 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 11.8 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 16 C / 23 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- MotorWeek
- Overall Rank
- #2 of 13 production runs
How we verify Infiniti Q45 performance data
Records and averages on this page cover verified production runs only; modified and prototype results are listed by year but never folded into them. We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Infiniti Q45 trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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Infiniti Q45 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a verified production test run
0–60 → ¼ mile →
Fastest Recorded run Slowest
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Infiniti Q45 performance FAQs
10 questions The 2002 Infiniti Q45 ran 0-60 mph in as little as 6.0 seconds. Another verified 2002 test recorded 6.6 seconds, so current-year results span 6.0 to 6.6 seconds. Both runs were stock sedans with the 340-hp VK45DE V8, rear-wheel drive, and a naturally aspirated gasoline powertrain.
The quickest Infiniti Q45 on record is the 2002 Q45 Sedan at 6.0 seconds from 0-60 mph. It also owns the model's best quarter-mile result at 14.5 seconds at 98 mph. That makes the 2002 car the performance benchmark across all 14 verified Q45 tests.
The fastest stock Infiniti Q45 is the 2002 Sedan, which reaches 60 mph in 6.0 seconds. All 14 Q45 tests on record are production vehicles, so the fastest overall result is also the fastest stock result. Its quickest quarter-mile pass is 14.5 seconds at 98 mph.
The F50-generation Infiniti Q45, sold from 2002 to 2006, is the quickest Q45 generation on record. Across 2 verified tests, it averages 6.3 seconds from 0-60 mph, with a best run of 6.0 seconds by the 2002 Sedan. Output for this generation is listed at 340 hp.
The Y32 Infiniti Q45, built from 1990 to 1996, averages 7.6 seconds from 0-60 mph across 7 tests. Its quickest recorded run is 6.9 seconds by the 1990 Sedan. Y32 cars are naturally aspirated gasoline models with 278 hp, making them notably slower than the later F50 generation.
The Y33 Infiniti Q45, sold from 1997 to 2001, averages 7.76 seconds to 60 mph across 5 verified tests. The quickest Y33 run is 7.3 seconds by the 1998 Stillen Indy Q Sedan. Power for this generation is listed at 266 hp, and every recorded example is naturally aspirated.
The F50 generation is the fastest Infiniti Q45 generation on record. It averages 6.3 seconds from 0-60 mph, ahead of the Y32 at 7.6 seconds and the Y33 at 7.76 seconds. The F50's best run is 6.0 seconds, while the quickest Y32 and Y33 runs are 6.9 and 7.3 seconds.
Across all recorded tests, the standard Q45 Sedan is quicker than the Q45 t Sedan. The Sedan averages 6.92 seconds to 60 mph with a best of 6.0 seconds, while the t Sedan averages 7.84 seconds with a best of 7.3 seconds. That gives the regular Sedan a clear edge in straight-line acceleration.
The Infiniti Q45 t Sedan posts a best recorded 0-60 mph time of 7.3 seconds. Across 7 tests, the t Sedan averages 7.84 seconds. The slowest Q45 result on record is also a t Sedan, with a 1998 example taking 8.4 seconds to reach 60 mph.
Across all 14 Infiniti Q45 tests, the average quarter-mile result is 15.76 seconds at 91.6 mph. The quickest Q45 quarter-mile on record is the 2002 Sedan at 14.5 seconds and 98 mph. Another 2002 stock sedan run recorded 15.8 seconds at 96 mph.
Sources
Car and Driver
Motor Trend
MotorWeek
Road & Track
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what an Infiniti Q45 can do, not a single marketing claim.
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