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2003 Infiniti G35 Road Test

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Khatir Soltani
2003 Infiniti G35 - Simply Stunning!

Can you picture the Infiniti G20? Chances are you can't. Why? Despite being well made and competitively priced, it's derivative styling and moderate performance didn't win over the hearts and pocketbooks of sport sedan buyers. Fortunately, the G20 is gone and its hot new replacement is selling in record numbers. Why the newfound success? Sensational styling, more luxury features, V6 performance and improved quality.

Where the G20 was immediately forgettable, the G35 is gracefully unique, with an elegant yet athletic exterior design. Its wind cheating profile results in a 0.27 co-efficient of drag, making it the most aerodynamic vehicle in its class. The optional Aero package reduces drag further to 0.26. To put this into perspective, Honda's ultra-slick Insight hybrid gas/electric, considered to be one of the most aerodynamic cars in the world, has a Cd of 0.25.

While low drag benefits top-speed and fuel economy, it results in a distinct lack of wind noise inside. The quiet environment is perfect for enjoying the G35's many creature comforts, including supportive power adjustable leather seats, a 6-disc in-dash CD changer mated to a soul-stirring 200-watt, 7-speaker Bose audio system and available DVD navigation system with 6.5-inch retractable monitor, that incidentally incorporates a more realistic landscape view.
Khatir Soltani
Khatir Soltani
Automotive expert
  • Over 6 years experience as a car reviewer
  • Over 50 test drives in the last year
  • Involved in discussions with virtually every auto manufacturer in Canada