2006 Infiniti G35: Overview

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2006 Infiniti G35 

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  • MSRP: $31,200 -$33,800
  • Invoice: $28,701 -$31,084
CG Rating

60

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Pros

  • Acceleration
  • Ride/handling
  • Available AWD

Cons

  • Rear-seat entry/exit
  • Fuel economy
  • Ride (coupe, sedan w/Sport Suspension)

Vehicle Highlights

A keyless-entry/engine-start system and wireless cell phone link are newly available for Infiniti's entry-level cars for 2006. G35 comes as a rear-wheel-drive sedan and coupe or as the all-wheel-drive G35x sedan. All use a 3.5-liter V6. Rear-drive models have 298 hp when teamed with a 6-speed manual transmission, 280 hp with a 5-speed automatic; the automatic includes a manual shift gate. G35x comes only with the automatic and has 280 hp. Its AWD includes a Snow Mode for locking in a 50/50 front/rear power split. All G35s have ABS, front side airbags, and curtain side airbags; the coupe's curtain side airbags cover front seats only. Also standard are leather upholstery, heated front seats, and bi-xenon headlights. Limited-slip differential and sport suspension are included with manual transmission, are optional for automatic transmission rear-drive models. Coupes with sport suspension now offer Infiniti's Rear Active Steer option, designed to improve handling by automatically steering the rear wheels slightly. A navigation system is optional.

COMPETITION

Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 17 classes based on size, price, and market position. Premium Midsize Cars sport interior dimensions similar to Midsize Cars. Premium Midsize Cars offer more luxury, performance, and prestige when compared to Midsize Cars. This segment is one of the industry's fastest-growing categories.

Our Best Buys include Acura TL, Cadillac CTS, and Infiniti M. Our Recommended picks include the Acura RL, Infiniti G35, Lexus ES 330, and Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

New or significantly redesigned models include Lexus GS, Lincoln Zephyr, and Mercedes-Benz CLS.

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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)

Category Base sedan, auto. Rating Premium Midsize Car Average Rating
Acceleration 7 6.7
Fuel Economy 4 4.6
Ride Quality 7 6.7
Steering/Handling/Braking 7 7.1
Quietness 7 6.8
Controls 7 6.7
Details
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) 8 7.4
Room/Comfort (rear) 6 5.5
Cargo Room 4 4
Value within Class 8 5.9
Total Score: 65 61.4

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