2007 Infiniti G35 Road Test - Consumer Guide Automotive

Our road test for the 2007 Infiniti G35 includes a full evaluation of the 2007 Infiniti G35 from the inside out. We evaluate not only engine and handling performance for the 2007 Infiniti G35, but also interior cabin and cargo space. Let our comprehensive road test ratings for the 2007 Infiniti G35 help you decide if a 2007 Infiniti G35 is right for you.

2007 Infiniti G35 Road Test

Pros	Cons

Acceleration	Rear-seat entry/exit

Ride/handling	Ride (coupe, sedan w/Sport Suspension)

Available AWD

Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings

Acceleration

AWD sdn	Sport sdn, w/Prem. Pkg., man.	Sport sdn, w/active steer sys., auto.	Base cpe, man.	Class Average
7	8	8	8	7

Eager V6 satisfies at any speed. Passing maneuvers a breeze. Automatic transmission generally smooth, but intermittent delay in downshifting annoys in around-town driving. Manual-transmission models a bit quicker, helped by precise shift action, however heavy clutch effort hampers smooth city driving.

Fuel Economy

AWD sdn	Sport sdn, w/Prem. Pkg., man.	Sport sdn, w/active steer sys., auto.	Base cpe, man.	Class Average
4	4	4	4	4.6

Test Sport sedan with automatic-transmission averaged 18.6 mpg. Test AWD sedan averaged 19.7 in mostly highway driving. Extended-use AWD sedan averaging 19.6 mpg over its first 9003 miles. A G35 Sport sedan with manual transmission averaged 17.1 mpg in city/highway work. Infiniti recommends premium-grade fuel for all G35s.

Ride Quality

AWD sdn	Sport sdn, w/Prem. Pkg., man.	Sport sdn, w/active steer sys., auto.	Base cpe, man.	Class Average
6	6	6	3	6.6

All are taut, stable, helped by longish wheelbases, solid structures. No bounding or float, but large bumps occasionally pound through. Some jiggle on broken surfaces.

Steering/Handling/Braking

AWD sdn	Sport sdn, w/Prem. Pkg., man.	Sport sdn, w/active steer sys., auto.	Base cpe, man.	Class Average
8	8	8	8	7.2

G35 sedan is a near match for targeted BMW 3-Series, though the BMW has an edge in high-speed stability, steering feedback. All G35s are grippy, agile, with little lean in corners. Sport sedan's available Four Wheel Active Steer System provides even sharper moves, though steering boost at low speeds inconsistent. Braking is strong, though some testers found pedal too sensitive.

Quietness

AWD sdn	Sport sdn, w/Prem. Pkg., man.	Sport sdn, w/active steer sys., auto.	Base cpe, man.	Class Average
6	6	6	3	6.9

Engine note lusty in rapid acceleration, a background baritone at cruise. Road noise evident on coarse surfaces, especially with available 18- and 19-inch tires. Wind noise moderate in coupes, lower in sedans.

Controls

AWD sdn	Sport sdn, w/Prem. Pkg., man.	Sport sdn, w/active steer sys., auto.	Base cpe, man.	Class Average
7	7	7	7	6.8

Coupe or sedan, cabin generally well-designed, though control layout has some small buttons, takes some acclimation. Sedans have 7-inch dashboard screen with or without navigation, and many functions work through controls mounted horizontally below the screen. Coupe's navigation screen pops up from the dashtop. Main gauge cluster moves with tilt steering wheel, but steering wheel rim may block full view of gauges for some drivers. Cabin assembly quality, most interior materials on target for the class. Sedans are a step up from coupes, with rich wood or aluminum trim. Coupes have more evident plastic. One test AWD sedan suffered an intermittent buzz from the dash top.

Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)

AWD sdn	Sport sdn, w/Prem. Pkg., man.	Sport sdn, w/active steer sys., auto.	Base cpe, man.	Class Average
8	8	8	6	7.4

Good room in sedans, though tallest drivers may desire more head and leg room. Seats in Sport models have additional side bolstering to keep occupants planted in fast cornering. Coupe has special driver seat with softer cushion, though its more prominent side bolsters can interfere with arm movement when shifting manual transmission. Coupe with sunroof snug for six-footers, and seatbelts require annoying stretch to reach. Visibility good in sedans, very confined aft in coupes.

Room/Comfort (rear)

AWD sdn	Sport sdn, w/Prem. Pkg., man.	Sport sdn, w/active steer sys., auto.	Base cpe, man.	Class Average
6	6	6	3	5.4

Sedans have above-average head and leg room. Well-contoured bench, if a bit short say some testers. Limited width, minimal toe room, and driveline hump thwart uncrowded three-abreast travel. Coupe's front seats power forward and back to ease entry/exit, but some twisting still required. Coupe's body design limits head room for taller passengers, but leg room is surprisingly good.

Cargo Room

AWD sdn	Sport sdn, w/Prem. Pkg., man.	Sport sdn, w/active steer sys., auto.	Base cpe, man.	Class Average
4	4	4	2	4.2

Sedan's trunk is large for the class. Lid hinges don't intrude, but narrow opening won't swallow larger objects. Standard center pass-through, but no folding seatbacks. Coupe seatback does fold, but opening to trunk is quite small. Interior small-item storage space just fair.

Value within Class

AWD sdn	Sport sdn, w/Prem. Pkg., man.	Sport sdn, w/active steer sys., auto.	Base cpe, man.	Class Average
8	7	7	5	6.1

These Infinitis lack the brand prestige of rivals from Audi, BMW, Lexus, and Mercedes. They don't quite match them for quietness or refinement, either. But their performance, space, and available all-wheel drive make them good alternatives. These virtues, teamed with prices that undercut those rivals, earn the G35 Recommended status.

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