Layout:
Front-engine / rear-wheel-drive; all-wheel drive optional for M35x

Weight (lbs):
Curb weight: 3832 (M35); 4004 (M35x); 3948 (M45)
Weight distribution: 54 / 46; 55 / 45 (M35x)
GVWR: 5053; 5066 (M35x)

Standard Engine:
3498cc V6; aluminum head / aluminum block
DOHC 4-valves/cyl.; CVTCS variable valve timing
Bore & stroke: 95.5 x 81.4 mm; compression ratio: 10.3:1
280 hp @ 6200 rpm / 270 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm

Optional Engine/s:
4494cc V8; aluminum head / aluminum block
DOHC 4-valves/cyl.; CVTCS variable valve timing
Bore & stroke: 93.0 x 82.7 mm; compression ratio: 10.5:1
335 hp @ 6400 rpm / 340 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm

Fuel Capacity:
20 gallon fuel tank

Standard Transmission:
5-speed automatic (M35)
Ratios: 3.84:1, 2.35:1, 1.53:1, 1.00:1, 0.84:1
Final drive: 3.54:1; 3.69 (M35x)

Optional Transmission/s:
5-speed automatic (M45)
Ratios: 3.83:1, 2.37:1, 1.52:1, 1.00:1, 0.83:1
Final drive: 3.36:1

Steering:
Rack & pinion; speed-sensitive power-assist
Rear Active Steer standard with Sport models
Turning circle (ft): 36.7; 36.1 (M35x)

Suspension:
Front: Independent double wishbone; stabilizer bar, coil springs
Rear: Independent multi-link; stabilizer bar, coil springs

Brakes:
4-wheel ABS, electronic brake-force distribution, VDC
Front: 12.6 x 1.1 in. power-assisted ventilated discs
Rear: 12.1 x 0.63 in. power-assisted ventilated discs