Overview & Reviews

The sedan receives exterior styling revisions with a new hood, grille, bumpers, side sills, taillights and wheels. Sedans now make as much power as the coupes -- 280 hp (up from 260) and 270 lb-ft of torque (also up from 260) on models with an automatic transmission. Coupes and sedans equipped with a manual transmission get even more power (298 hp) but sacrifice 10 lb-ft of torque. Sedans with the sport suspension package also pick up 18-inch wheels and drilled aluminum pedals. All G35s get a redesigned instrument panel and console area with aluminum or wood trim, and the manual transmission has been improved to provide a lower shifting effort. A Sport version of the coupe debuts this year and includes an even firmer suspension, a limited-slip differential, 19-inch forged alloy wheels and drilled aluminum pedals. Oddly, though, Brembo brakes are no longer available on manual-shift coupes.

• Powerful V6, balanced and capable handling, roomy cabin, reasonable price.

• Average interior materials quality, touchy brakes.

User Reviews:

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  Regret 0% of my buy - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By usmc186 - February 1 - 6:23 pm

  Oh my gosh, is this an awesome vehicle or what. I bought it today, and have been looking at Lexus IS350, and ACURA TL. Hands Down, this vehicle performs better than both on its worse day. The staff at Infiniti of Austin is Bar None Top Notch. I have been in the Car business for 5 years, and have never had such an amazing experience. Will def. buy a new Infiniti Next Time.

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  Best car on road for the money!!! - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By Dr Woz - January 20 - 10:03 pm

  This car is very attractive (twilight blue), extremely quick, excellent handling and braking. I have filled the tank three times and I am averaging 23 miles/gallon. The trunk is deceptively large and easily stores several luggage bags. I took one 3 hour drive in the car and it is a very comfortable highway car. The standard stereo is excellent (Bose would be unnecessary with this car).

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  I would stay with Infiniti! - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By Martin - December 16 - 7:30 am

  This is my first "luxury" car, and I couldnt be happier with my choice. The Infiniti G35X is comfortable, handles splendidly, and has the acceleration needed to deal with everyday traffic. Of course, a weekend drive in the mountains is not much of a challenge for my G. Count me as one very satisfied Infiniti driver.

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  Coupe is Marvelous! - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By Freda Falatko - December 10 - 4:13 am

  Only had it for 5 weeks, and already know this will be a lasting relationship! Responsive, classy, and sooo fun to drive! Tight, solid, and purrs.

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  3 years still like new - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By chebella82 - December 8 - 9:43 am

  Had my G35 for almost 3 years and its still the same as when I drove it home new - absolutely no problems of any kind, but then it only has 30k miles on it. Just got new tires after 27k miles. I have every available package and option except navigation. Love the 19 inch wheels and sunroof, and tiptronic transmission is fun, but glad to change back to regular automatic mode once I get in traffic. 22-23 mpg consistently, and I drive like a bat outta hell!

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  Infiniti G35 - great car! - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By richiesmata - December 3 - 10:56 am

  Great looking vehicle. Plenty of uumphh, got the 18" wheels for the look to be complete. Modified the interior with genuine wood kit. Wow what a difference that added value and class to interior! Love the "roar" that Infiniti has for the engine. Only 1800 miles on it and cant wait to open it up after 2500 mi or so. Infiniti did a good job with quality and craftsmanship. NIce solid "thud" when doors are closed just like German cars. BMW watch out. I am sure the later models will be even more retro to compete with BMWs new look. Happy with the G35 for less money.

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  4 door sports car! - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By gongjoo04 - November 22 - 9:06 am

  Ive owned a few Mercedes and a few other Japanese sports cars, but this is by FAR the best yet! It corners like superglue tires and for a 6 banger, it holds its own. I test drove them all (TL, C230, 330i, E330, Mazda6,etc.) and it came down to the TL and the G35. TL has an awesome stereo and a nice interior overall, but Im not too crazy about the front wheel sports sedans. The G35 is a suprior performing machine, by far in my humble opinion. Price was not a factor, even though my G35 listed higher than the TL, but the Acura guys did not deal but about $500 vs. with the G35, I got it for $200 over invoice. The 05 model has a slightly better interior and more user friendly ergonomics.

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  Smooth yet powerful - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By NECTAR - November 21 - 9:06 am

  6Spd a breeze to drive, premium pkg, brakes are great, navigation great, sips gas if not pushed, looks good, sounds good (exhaust) great sound system, compared to tl and picked g35 because of rear wheel drive.

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  Beautiful, reliable, sports GT... - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By Joseph - November 14 - 10:50 am

  I purchased this car in July of 2010 and have not regretted it for a single moment. I chose a diamond graphite coupe, 6MT revup, with black leather interior. I wanted a sports coupe that provided a sense of luxury and performance without breaking the bank. When I purchased this car I was considering one of my long time favorites; the BMW E46 M3, along with the G37 coupe, and BMW 335i coupe. Though I knew both BMWs were better performers, I decided against them after extensive research that showed I would likely experience expensive regular maintenance and frequent, costly repairs. The G37 was also faster and had an upgraded, nicer interior, but the exterior left something to be desired for my taste. This car is extremely reliable, low cost maintenance, and loads of fun. I literally look forward to driving it every day. The G35 coupe is truly a beautiful car with a timeless design and I get compliments on it all the time from tuners, luxury car owners, to casual, young and old. I would argue it is one of Infinitis best exterior designs. Concerning maintenance costs, this car has been great. I purchased it with 50k on the odometer and with it being a daily driver, it now has 166k on the odometer. My most expensive repairs have been replacing the clutch / flywheel at 150k and the power steering pump shortly after; both for under 2k... thats it! I had to replace the steering wheel clock spring and did it myself for around $50 dollars. (Used part) PROS... APPEARANCE - now this is of course completely based on ones preference, but I think this car is beautiful... and based on the feedback I get on almost a daily basis, the G35 is an aesthetically pleasing design, even by todays standards. It still holds its own next to the newest designs. It was truly innovative and groundbreaking at its debue and it still shows today with the timeless, classic lines, defining its motif. PERFORMANCE - fun, fun, fun... Strong, responsive engine. With 298hp it is not the fastest out there but still a competitive performer. This particular engine is shared with the 35th anniversary 350Z 300hp engine. The only difference in the intake assembly making a difference of about 2hp. With the 350Z Z tube you get to the even 300hp mark. SOUND - the exhuast note is glorious (almost exotic) and coveted by many car enthusiasts. One of the best 6 cylinder exhaust notes around, especially in this price range. Most are either too raspy, high pitched or simply unheard. I get thumbs up all the time for the Gs unique, tonal qualities. Pure bliss... RELIABILITY - The engine still runs like new and doesnt miss a beat. It does burn a little oil... about 1 quart every 3-5k between oil change intervals. PRACTICALITY - Great, especially considering it is a coupe. I have a 16 month old and a 3 month old and I can get them both in the back seat. (One forward facing and one rear facing child seat) with plenty of room for myslef at 6ft. Trunk space is actually decent and the rear seats let down for larger items. Headroom is good up front, but the back not so much for taller passengers. CONS... RIDE COMFORT - dont expect a Cadillac /Benz plush ride. With the low stanced Nismo-tuned sport suspension, this car has a firm ride no doubt. I dont mind it much, but my wife and other passengers have stated it is less than desireable. It is smooth on the open highway, but does not absorb bumps and potholes well as you would expect from a luxury car. It is slightly softer than the 350Z. NOISY Manual Transmission - On forums, the G35 and 350Z 6spd transmissions are often referred to as the rock crusher. The clutch is noisy and chattery. You really notice it when sitting at drive thrus. Mine is even more noisy since I replaced the flywheel with a single mass, opposed to the oem dual mass. QUALITY / Materials - Interior materials are not the best but have held up well. An average mix of leather, plastics, and real aluminum trim that were fair and comparable for the mid 2000s. AUDIO / Electronics... The stereo sounds good but the interface is old and dated. I have since replaced it with a modern double-din touch screen that resolves this and many other technology related desires. TIRE WEAR - in its stock configuration, this cars camber setup eats up tires (inner wear) and does not have the adjustability needed to align for long wear. However, I purchased SPCs front and rear camber kit and can get a flat alignment that wears even for 40k. Anyway, I could get a lot more granular with this review but all things considered, I absolutely love this car. The pros outweigh the bad by multitudes. It has been a great car and I plan on keeping it for years to come. I am a detail enthusiast and take immaculate care of all vehicles I own, so I expect it to continue running and looking great. I would definitely recommend it to someone who is looking for a classy, reliable, grand tourer...

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  Awesome - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By erik - October 27 - 12:13 am

  Interior a bit snug, little back seat room if the driver is a 6 footer... Other than that, The Ultimate BMW killer, Audi who? This car rocks.... Cheaper than the big two mentioned, faster, AWD, impressive looks, I highly recommend This car.