Overview & Reviews
These days, we've come to expect a lot from Infiniti. But in years past, the Japanese luxury brand actually struggled to find an audience. Only with the Infiniti G35 sport sedan did the company start to regain its footing after years in the red. At the time of its debut, the G35's refined styling and sporty performance made a loud statement.
There were two generations of the Infiniti G35, both built on the same platform as the Nissan 350Z sports car. The G35 distinguished itself in the entry-level luxury segment with a roomy cabin, plenty of performance and a respectable price. For those reasons, the rear-wheel-drive G35 was one of our editors' top recommendations for a sport sedan or coupe that was rewarding to own and drive. More recently, the G35 was replaced by the G37.
Most Recent Infiniti G35
There were two generations of the Infiniti G35 sedan, although the second generation is essentially the current G37 sedan with a smaller V6 engine. The G35 coupe lasted only one generation (meaning, same body style) before being replaced by the fully redesigned G37 coupe.
The most recent G35 sedan was completely redesigned for 2007. Changes included a stiffer body structure, revised chassis tuning for better handling, a more powerful V6 engine and a more voluptuous take on the previous G's styling. It was more or less the same size as the outgoing model, but the biggest improvement could be found inside, both ergonomically and aesthetically. Everything was better put together and materials were higher in quality. The 3.5-liter V6 engine produced 306 horsepower and 268 pound-feet of torque. A five-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters was standard, but a six-speed manual came with the 6MT trim. We'd seriously recommend against this transmission (especially on 2007 models) as it was incredibly difficult to drive smoothly.
The sedan was available in five trims: a base model, Journey, x (indicated all-wheel drive), Sport and Sport 6MT. Most Infiniti G35 sedans will be of the Journey variety, which added items like dual-zone automatic climate control and a six-CD changer. The Sport trims were geared toward enthusiasts and featured 18-inch wheels and tires, a limited-slip differential, sport seats and aggressive tuning for the car's electronic stability system. A four-wheel active steering system was an option that's exclusive to the Sport trims, although we weren't fans of it.
Other than its engine, its name and few other detail changes, the G35 sedan became the G37 sedan for 2009.
Used Infiniti G35 Models
The original Infiniti G35 was introduced for 2003, and was produced in sedan form until 2006 and as a coupe until 2007. Originally, the sedan was available in one trim level until the all-wheel-drive model arrived for '04. The coupe could be had in base or Sport trim. The latter included a firmer suspension, a limited-slip differential and 19-inch alloy wheels.
Both sedan and coupe shared the same 3.5-liter V6, but the sedan originally made less power (260 hp with four doors, 280 with two doors). They were made even at 280 hp for 2005, and both models when equipped with the six-speed manual option got a boost to 298 hp. These horsepower numbers dropped to 293 and 275, respectively, for the '07 coupe because of a change in SAE testing procedures -- actual output did not, in fact, change.
Other than the myriad engine changes, there were other noteworthy updates made during the first-generation G35's lifetime. The sedan received a new hood, grille, bumpers, side sills and taillights for '05, although it was hardly a revolutionary aesthetic difference. The coupe remained mostly unchanged visually. Inside, though, both benefited from a redesigned instrument panel and improved manual transmission with a lower shifting effort. The coupe gained an optional rear-steer system for 2006, while its Sport Package gained a unique front fascia and a big rear spoiler. Bluetooth arrived on all Gs that year. While the G35 sedan was completely redesigned for '07, the coupe remained the same.
In our reviews, we were quite fond of the original generation Infiniti G35. The sedan was a bargain-priced alternative to the BMW 3 Series, while being a little less frantic and more comfortable than the second-generation G35 and current G37. The coupe was the more practical, livable alternative to Nissan's 350Z -- it was a sports car in luxury clothing. If there was one area of concern, it was an interior filled with several cheap surfaces and some unintuitive controls. Headroom was also quite limited in the coupe. One feature that was welcome, though, was the optional reclining rear seatbacks in the G35 sedan, which made it a top choice for backseat comfort.
User Reviews:
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The New G35 - 2004 Infiniti G35
By Dan M - December 15 - 10:00 amAMAZING car..great engine, breaks are a little sticky off the bat but they smooth out. Engine is sick. It makes sense for its price. Only problem with the car is there is virtually no interior storage space, especially with the DVD navigation system which they stick in the glove box
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G36 Coupe Rocks - 2004 Infiniti G35
By Sprinter - December 15 - 10:00 amTried several vehicles in similar price range and nothing was even close including 330i. Got mine a week ago with everything but NAV. Explosive acceleration from any speed. Absolute blast to drive. New Twilight Blue color looks outstanding. Afraid to get rearended now due to too much attention from other drivers.
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G35 Coup is a Knock Out - 2003 Infiniti G35
By John Marinaro - December 14 - 6:36 pmThis is by far the best value in a sports coup to date. Acceleration is outstanding, quality is excellent, and they have put fun back into driving...
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2006 Infiniti G35 - 2006 Infiniti G35
By Jimmy - December 13 - 6:10 amIve just traded in my VW passat 1999 for an upgrade to this 2006 Infiniti G35. And boy is it an upgrade, it drives better than any BMW or Lexus out there. Its a pleasure to run errands now. The horsepower is great also. It has an awesome vroom to it! Im hooked on buying Infinitis now because they make a great car; great job on an awesome car!
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Love my G35 - 2005 Infiniti G35
By GLF35 - December 8 - 3:10 pmMy G35 is an awesome car. I compared the Acura TL, BMW 3, and the Lexus 330. THe G rocks. It is fast, and fun to drive. I highly recommend it.
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Must Have car!! By all standards!! - 2003 Infiniti G35
By MURF - December 8 - 10:00 amMy G35 premium luxury sedan has every feature I desired, and a few more gadgets that are just cool!! As for Handling....nothing in its class can even compare, the Dynamic Control System blows away my BMW system....This is an amazing car! thus...a must have car!!!
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Best choice - 2003 Infiniti G35
By Ivan_99 - December 8 - 10:00 amThis car combines many elements and executes them all perfectly. The interior is very large, roomy and very quiet. Conversations could be had at highway speeds without talking louder. The G35 has excellent acceleration, especially for an automatic which shifts very smoothly. The braking complements the acceleration, which is better than most cars in the world (70-0). All this is accomplished with keeping the vehicle weight lower than the most of the competition. The build quality and materials is excellent. The car is backed up with a good warranty with the reliability and service of Infiniti.
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AWESOME - 2008 Infiniti G35
By DSK - December 6 - 2:00 amJust purchased and am blown away by the performance of this car. Need AWD and compared to Audi A4 Quattro. This car is a beast and is unbelievably fun to drive. I am ecstatic and cant wait to drive it. You owe it to yourself to test drive one of these if you are in the market. I had a hard time not tipping my hand in front of the dealer, it is that much fun to drive, ridiculous value. Infiniti is very helpful as well.
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amazing car - 2003 Infiniti G35
By laxn23 - December 3 - 2:00 amwe just got this car and its fast..really fast ive read 0-60 anywhere from 6.3 to 5.2 but as far as i no its 5.5 yes that means it can beat all those BMW 3 series, we arent just talking in a striaght line either around corners this thing is amazing ..one of the best ive ever driven, not that i drive ferraris or anything but i have driven the BMWs and the tuner cars that think they can run
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Very Satisfied Owner - 2004 Infiniti G35
By Nasus - December 3 - 2:00 amFabulous car. Great fun to drive. Takes curves like it was riding on a rail. The navigation system is outstanding, very easy to use.
