Starting at a modest $49,950, the QX56 has some exciting new features for the 2008 year model. To start, the interior is much more lavish than ever before to include a third-row power folding seat, heated steering wheel on the 4WD models, a new electro-luminescent gauge set, and dual-zone front automatic temperature control system with their microfiltration filtering system. Also standard in the audio system is a Bose setup with a 9.5GB hard drive for storing your music files, a compact flash slot for your MP3 files and an integrated DVD navigation system with an 8″ screen and XM’s navTraffic info system.
The front and rear are restyled a bit but still have that boxy/blocky appearance that still appeals to future owners of this fine vehicle. Also standard are 20″ chrome wheels and wood grain trim. Powering this SUV is a 5.6L V8 dual overhead cam producing 320HP-and 393 lb-ft of torque, enough to tow up to 9000 pounds.
Options can tack on up to about an extra $3100, but hey, if you’re going to go in style, go all the way!