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2004 Infiniti G35 Review
Coupe or sedan, these are great driver's cars.
2004 G35 Review Summary & Specifications
The Infiniti G35 sedan is a compelling choice for drivers who want the performance and handling of a true sports sedan. It's one of the quickest, best handling cars in its class. It's also comfortable and practical, with a roomy back seat, a big trunk, and the trappings of a luxury sedan. Drivers who want a genuine sports sedan under $30,000 should take a look at the G35.The G35X offers the traction and stability of all-wheel drive, a great choice in the Snow Belt, and a good alternative to an Audi A4 quattro. The Infiniti G35 coupe is a terrific sports car. In fact, it might be too much car for someone who just wants a stylish, luxurious coupe, like the Toyota Solara or Honda Accord Coupe. The G35 coupe is better for someone who wants a real sports car with racecar-sharp response, someone who thinks it'd be neat to take it out on a track, even if he or she never actually does that. Yet the G35 coupe is more luxurious, roomier and more practical than the Nissan 350Z, with the big advantage of back seats.
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| Vehicle Category | Luxury Cars |
| Editor | Mitch McCullough |
| Model Lineup | Infiniti G35 sedan automatic ($27,950); coupe auto ($29,250); sedan 6-speed w/leather ($29,850); sedan auto w/leather ($30,100); AWD sedan auto w/leather ($31,900); coupe auto w/leather ($31,550); coupe 6-speed w/leather ($32,450) |
| Engines (standard) | 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve V6 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 6-speed manual |
| Engines (optional) | 260-hp 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve V6 (sedan); 280-hp 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve V6 (coupe) |
| Transmissions (optional) | 5-speed automatic with manual shift mode; 6-speed manual |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | dual-stage front air bags; front side-impact air bags; roof-mounted side-impact curtain air bags for front- and rear-seat occupant head protection; active head restraints; seat belts with pre-tensioners and load limiters; LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) child seat anchors and tether system; traction and stability control; tire-pressure monitor |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | none |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years/60,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Tochigi, Japan |
| Manufacturer Phone | 1-877-647-7264 |
| Manufacturer URL | www.infiniti.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 27950 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Infiniti G35 coupe 6-speed w/leather ($32,450) |
| Standard Equipment | 6-way power driver's seat with 4-way adjustable lumbar support, 2-way power passenger's seat, electric seat heaters, rear window defroster, outside temperature and compass readouts, leather-wrapped steering wheel, 160-watt, 6-speaker AM/FM/CD/cassette audio system with in-dash 6-disc changer, dual-illuminated visor vanity mirrors, analog clock, leather upholstery, 18-inch alloy wheels, xenon HID headlights |
| Destination Charge | 590 |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | Premium Package ($2,250) includes power glass sunroof, dual zone air conditioning w/ rear vents, automatic headlights, auto-dimming inside mirror, Bose 225-watt, 8-speaker stereo; DVD–based navigation ($2,000) |
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| Price as Tested | 37290 |
| Layout | front-engine/rear-wheel drive |
| Horse Power | 280 @ 6200 |
| Torque | 270 @ 4800 |
| Fuel Economy | 20/27 |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 |
| Length/Width/Height | 182.2/71.5/54 |
| Track Front/Rear | |
| Turning Radius | 37.4 |
| Seating Capacity | 4 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 39.2/53.6/43.8 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 34.7/48.0/31.4 |
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| Front Suspension | independent, two lower links and one upper link per side, coil springs, anti-roll bar |
| Rear Suspension | independent, multi-link, coil springs, anti-roll bar |
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| Curb Weight | 3435 |
| Stock Tires | P225/45WR18; P245/45WR18 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | vented disc/vented disc with ABS, EBD, Brake Assist |
| Fuel Capacity | 20 |
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