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2008 Infiniti EX35 Full Review
Date Published: 5/13/08
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2008 Infiniti EX35 Review
The 2008 Infiniti EX35 is a new premium compact SUV from the Japanese automaker. This 4-door wagon seats five and shares its platform and powertrain with Infiniti's G35 midsize sedan. Powered by a 297-hp 3.5-liter V6 and 5-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode, EX comes in base and Journey trims. Both are available with rear- or all-wheel drive. The AWD system includes a snow mode that locks in a 50/50 front/rear power split. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags.
Options include a navigation system, rearview camera, leather upholstery, 9.3-gigabyte hard drive for storing digital music files, and two Infiniti firsts. Around View Monitoring uses four cameras to show the driver the entire circumference of the exterior on the navigation screen. All the angles can be viewed separately on the navigation screen or together as one cohesive image of the whole vehicle. If the driver gets too close to a stationary object in any direction, a warning sounds. Also available, Lane Departure Prevention gauges where the vehicle is in relationship to the lines on the road. If it senses the vehicle is going out of those lines at speeds above 45 miles an hour, a warning signal is sounded and the vehicle's stability control system is activated to bring it back to the correct side of the line. This evaluation is based on preview test drives.
Options include a navigation system, rearview camera, leather upholstery, 9.3-gigabyte hard drive for storing digital music files, and two Infiniti firsts. Around View Monitoring uses four cameras to show the driver the entire circumference of the exterior on the navigation screen. All the angles can be viewed separately on the navigation screen or together as one cohesive image of the whole vehicle. If the driver gets too close to a stationary object in any direction, a warning sounds. Also available, Lane Departure Prevention gauges where the vehicle is in relationship to the lines on the road. If it senses the vehicle is going out of those lines at speeds above 45 miles an hour, a warning signal is sounded and the vehicle's stability control system is activated to bring it back to the correct side of the line. This evaluation is based on preview test drives.
Competition
Consumer Guide Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Premium Compact SUVs are luxury SUVs that are compact in size. Most utilize a car-type chassis and are not designed for heavy-duty, off-road use. This segment is one of the industry's fastest-growing categories.
We have no Best Buys in this class. Our Recommend Pick is the Infiniti EX35.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Infiniti EX35 and Land Rover LR2.
We have no Best Buys in this class. Our Recommend Pick is the Infiniti EX35.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Infiniti EX35 and Land Rover LR2.
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2008 Infiniti EX35 Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Acceleration | Rear visibility |
| Interior materials | |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
EX35 is strong from a stop and executes passing maneuvers with ease. EX35's automatic transmission is generally smooth with prompt downshifts.
| AWD EX35 Journey | Class Average |
| 7 | 6 |
EX35 is strong from a stop and executes passing maneuvers with ease. EX35's automatic transmission is generally smooth with prompt downshifts.
Fuel Economy
No opportunity to measure. EX35 requires premium-grade gas.
| AWD EX35 Journey | Class Average |
| 4 | 4.5 |
No opportunity to measure. EX35 requires premium-grade gas.
Ride Quality
Smooth and stable on 17-inch wheels. Small pavement imperfections are absorbed well, and only larger bumps jar. No opportunity to test with the available 18s.
| AWD EX35 Journey | Class Average |
| 6 | 5.5 |
Smooth and stable on 17-inch wheels. Small pavement imperfections are absorbed well, and only larger bumps jar. No opportunity to test with the available 18s.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Overall car-like. EX corners well and exhibits only slightly more body lean than G35. A relatively tight turning radius aids in low-speed maneuvering. The optional Lane Departure Prevention system uses subtle braking impulses and beeps to alert driver of potential wandering at speeds above 45 mph and then corrects the vehicle's direction. The brakes are smooth and strong.
| AWD EX35 Journey | Class Average |
| 7 | 6.3 |
Overall car-like. EX corners well and exhibits only slightly more body lean than G35. A relatively tight turning radius aids in low-speed maneuvering. The optional Lane Departure Prevention system uses subtle braking impulses and beeps to alert driver of potential wandering at speeds above 45 mph and then corrects the vehicle's direction. The brakes are smooth and strong.
Quietness
EX35's cabin is fairly well isolated from tire and wind noise. Modest road noise can be heard over coarse surfaces. Engine emits gratifying, brawny growl during brisk acceleration.
| AWD EX35 Journey | Class Average |
| 7 | 6.3 |
EX35's cabin is fairly well isolated from tire and wind noise. Modest road noise can be heard over coarse surfaces. Engine emits gratifying, brawny growl during brisk acceleration.
Controls
Both models have a 7-inch dashboard screen with or without the navigation system, and many functions work through controls mounted horizontally below the screen. The navigation system itself is refreshingly easy to use, and many audio and climate functions are separate from it. The optional Around View Monitoring system displays four views of the vehicle on the navigation screen and is easy to use. EX35's Optional Lane Departure Prevention system turns on and off via a steering wheel-mounted button. Models with the power folding rear seat feature two power fold buttons, one on the center console and one closer to the hatch.
| AWD EX35 Journey | Class Average |
| 7 | 6 |
Both models have a 7-inch dashboard screen with or without the navigation system, and many functions work through controls mounted horizontally below the screen. The navigation system itself is refreshingly easy to use, and many audio and climate functions are separate from it. The optional Around View Monitoring system displays four views of the vehicle on the navigation screen and is easy to use. EX35's Optional Lane Departure Prevention system turns on and off via a steering wheel-mounted button. Models with the power folding rear seat feature two power fold buttons, one on the center console and one closer to the hatch.
Details
Top-notch cabin assembly. Soft-touch surfaces abound. Luxe Elite package's plush leather is accented by metal trim throughout the cabin and imparts a classy look and feel. Optional fold down coat hanger behind the driver's seat a nice convenience feature, but it should be standard, rather than part of a pricey option package.
| AWD EX35 Journey | Class Average |
| 8 | 6.5 |
Top-notch cabin assembly. Soft-touch surfaces abound. Luxe Elite package's plush leather is accented by metal trim throughout the cabin and imparts a classy look and feel. Optional fold down coat hanger behind the driver's seat a nice convenience feature, but it should be standard, rather than part of a pricey option package.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Good headroom and legroom for average-sized folks, but taller drivers may need more space. The comfortable driving position is enhanced by a slightly elevated ride height and supportive, bolstered seats. Huge side mirrors help rearward visibility, which is badly hampered by the small, raked rear window and 2nd-row headrests.
| AWD EX35 Journey | Class Average |
| 7 | 6.8 |
Good headroom and legroom for average-sized folks, but taller drivers may need more space. The comfortable driving position is enhanced by a slightly elevated ride height and supportive, bolstered seats. Huge side mirrors help rearward visibility, which is badly hampered by the small, raked rear window and 2nd-row headrests.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Headroom is ample, but legroom is tight even if the seats are not set far back. Bolstered seats are supportive and comfortable. Wide swinging doors help ease entry and exit through a fairly narrow opening.
| AWD EX35 Journey | Class Average |
| 5 | 5.3 |
Headroom is ample, but legroom is tight even if the seats are not set far back. Bolstered seats are supportive and comfortable. Wide swinging doors help ease entry and exit through a fairly narrow opening.
Cargo Room
EX35's wide opening hatch and fairly low height aid in loading cargo. Journey's power-folding 2nd row creates a nearly flat load floor with ease. EX35's cabin features large glovebox and deep center console, but has shallow door pockets.
| AWD EX35 Journey | Class Average |
| 7 | 8 |
EX35's wide opening hatch and fairly low height aid in loading cargo. Journey's power-folding 2nd row creates a nearly flat load floor with ease. EX35's cabin features large glovebox and deep center console, but has shallow door pockets.
Value within Class
With its smooth, powerful engine and well-appointed cabin, EX35 is a sportier, more luxurious alternative to Acura's RDX. Like G35's comfortable, posh interior, sporty performance, and available AWD but need more cargo utility? This Recommended pick has you covered.
| AWD EX35 Journey | Class Average |
| 8 | 5.8 |
With its smooth, powerful engine and well-appointed cabin, EX35 is a sportier, more luxurious alternative to Acura's RDX. Like G35's comfortable, posh interior, sporty performance, and available AWD but need more cargo utility? This Recommended pick has you covered.
Total Score
| AWD EX35 Journey | Class Average |
| 73 | 67 |
Scores for all Premium Compact Sport-utility Vehicles
| Low Score | 61 | |
| Average Score | 67 | |
| High Score | 73 |
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2008 Infiniti EX35 Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 04/29/2008
| Trim Name | Retail Price | Dealer Invoice | Destination Charge |
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| 2WD Base 4-door wagon | $31,300 | $28,792 | $715 |
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| AWD Base 4-door wagon | $32,700 | $30,076 | $715 |
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| 2WD Journey 4-door wagon | $34,850 | $32,046 | $715 |
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| AWD Journey 4-door wagon | $36,250 | $33,330 | $715 |
Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's
manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker.
Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are
what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options.
The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price
and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently
throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's
window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.
NA = price note available, NC = no charge.
Rebates and Incentives
| Model | Rebate & Incentives | Type | Expires |
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| EX35 | $2000-$3000 dealer incentive. | Dealer | 06/30/08 |
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
Base
Powertrain
3.5-liter V6 engine, 5-speed automatic transmission w/manual-shift capability, traction control.
Safety
Dual front airbags, front side airbags, curtain side airbags, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, brake assist, antiskid system, front-seat active head restraints, tire-pressure monitor.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Air conditioning w/automatic climate control, interior air filter, tilt/telescopic leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio controls, cruise control, cloth upholstery, 8-way power driver seat w/lumbar adjustment, 4-way power passenger seat, center console, split folding rear seat, aluminum interior trim, power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, keyless access and starting, AM/FM/CD/MP3 player, digital-media player connection, satellite radio, tachometer, trip computer, outside-temperature indicator, variable-intermittent wipers, illuminated visor mirrors, rear defogger, rear wiper/washer, floormats.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Theft-deterrent system, fog lights, rear spoiler, 225/60VR17 tires, alloy wheels, AWD adds: all-wheel drive, locking center differential.
Journey adds to Base:
Safety
Front- and rear-obstacle-detection system.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Leather upholstery, power-folding split rear seat, power sunroof, automatic day/night rearview mirror, compass, universal garage door opener, automatic headlights.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
AWD adds: all-wheel drive, locking center differential.
Optional Equipment
Major Packages |
Retail Price |
Invoice Price |
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Premium Pkg.
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Journey
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$2,150
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$1,853
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Dual-zone automatic climate controls, power tilt/telescopic steering wheel, heated front seats, memory system (driver seat, mirrors, steering wheel), 8-way power passenger seat, heated power mirrors w/tilt-down back-up aid, Bose AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer, iPod adapter, wireless cell phone link.
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Luxe Style Pkg.
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Journey
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$1,250
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$1,078
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Steering-linked adaptive xenon headlights, 225/55VR18 tires. Requires Premium Pkg.
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Luxe Elite Pkg.
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Journey
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$1,650
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$1,422
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Luxe Style Pkg. plus upgraded leather upholstery, driver-seat-mounted coat hanger. Requires Premium Pkg., wood interior trim.
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Navigation Pkg.
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Journey
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$2,150
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$1,853
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Navigation system w/voice recognition, hard drive, traffic information, rearview camera. Replaces in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer w/single-disc CD/MP3 player. Requires Premium Pkg.
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Technology Pkg.
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Journey
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$1,950
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$1,680
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Adaptive cruise control, Around View Monitoring, lane-departure warning. Requires Navigation Pkg.
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Comfort and Convenience Features |
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Wood interior trim
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Journey
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$450
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$388
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Appearance and Miscellaneous |
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Roof rails
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Journey
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$200
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$172
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2008 Infiniti EX35 Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Infiniti EX35 4-door wagon |
| Wheelbase, in. | 110.2 |
| Overall Length, in. | 182.3 |
| Overall Width, in. | 71.0 |
| Overall Height, in. | 61.9 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 3915 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | -- |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 20.0 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 40.5 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 44.3 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 38.4 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 28.5 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| dohc V6 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 3.5 /214 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 297 @ 6800 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 253 @ 4800 |
| Availability | Standard |
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EPA City / highway mpg
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| 5-speed automatic | 16/24 |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
Antilock Brakes
Traction Control
Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags
Curtain Side Airbags
Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Infiniti EX35 4-door wagon |
| 4WD Rollover | 4 |
| Rollover Resistance | 4 |
| Side Impact, Driver | 5 |
| Side Impact, Rear Passenger | 5 |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Manufacturer's Warranty
| Class | Years/Miles | Comments |
| Powertrain | 6/70,000 | -- |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 4/60,000 | -- |
| Corrosion | 7/unlimited | -- |
| Free roadside assistance | 4/unlimited | -- |
| Free scheduled maintenance | None/-- | -- |
Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive.
There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two
other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for
2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any
on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts
and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.
Built in:
Japan
Drivewheels:
all-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive
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