2009 Infiniti G37: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

The 2009 Infiniti G37 becomes the name for all versions of Infiniti's best-selling vehicle. The G37 name supplants G35 on sedan versions of this premium-midsize car. A 2-door convertible model with a power-retractable hard top joins 2-door coupe and 4-door sedan versions. All have a 3.7-liter V6 engine that produces 330 hp in the coupe, 328 in the sedan, and 325 in the convertible. This represents an increase of 22 hp over the 2008 G35 sedan. Also new for all G37 models is a 7-speed automatic transmission, which replaces a 5-speed automatic. All body styles also offer a 6-speed manual. Rear-wheel drive is standard. Coupes and sedans are offered with all-wheel drive, which is a new feature for coupes. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags.

Trim levels for the coupe and sedan include G37, G37 Journey, G37S Sport 6MT, and G37x AWD. Convertibles are offered in G37 and G37 Sport 6MT. Available on G37S Sport and on G37 Journey models are a sport suspension, performance brakes, steering-wheel paddle shifters, and Infiniti's Four-Wheel Active Steer. Adaptive cruise control, a navigation system, and 9.3-gigabyte hard drive for storing digital music files are optional. Added convertible options include cooled front seats, adaptive climate control that reacts to the speed of the car, and a Bose-brand sound system with headrest-mounted speakers.

COMPETITION

Consumer Guide Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 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.

Our Best Buys include the Cadillac CTS, Infiniti G37, and Lexus ES 350. Our Recommended picks are the Infiniti M, Jaguar XF, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, and Volvo V70.

New or significantly redesigned models include the Acura RL, Acura TL, Cadillac CTS-V, Jaguar XF, and Volkswagen CC. The BMW X6 is scheduled to receive a gas/electric model for 2009, and the Infiniti G37 is scheduled to receive a convertible model.