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taste

gavriil

I never liked ANY amount of wood in the interior. I love BMW interiors except new 7 series (totally disapointed) and I am neautral on the Z4's interior. But ex-5 series and current 3 series and also X5, look great. Taste is the word indeed. And I hate BMW, imagine...

360

I think it helps bring it up a couple of decades . Darker wood and a little less then it looks much better and buy able. but they still need to do something about the ugly ass 1970's steering wheel. the interior the reason i wouldnt buy the car.

fahoumh

I think wood trim in cars is best suited on 7s, Ss, XJs, XKs and obviously Bentleys and Rolls

1SICKLEX

I feel like too much wood is cheesy, especially wood you tape on your car. The G35 interior is horrible no matter way you cut it.

Gavril, is that not just a wood dash kit from Wooddash.com or something?

Sarlacc

There is an old school of thought when it comes to certain things, one of them is design.

"Less is more" and that is truly the case when using wood on interiors.

heyitsme

Infiniti G35 Sport Sedan

The big news for the 2004 G35 Sport Sedan is the addition, beginning in early December, of the G35 Sedan Leather AWD model. This new model features an advanced all-wheel drive system with an active torque distribution management system with an electro-magnetic clutch (no center differential). The advantage of this system is smooth starts and better traction and maneuverability on snowy roads and minimal compromise of rear-wheel drive performance characteristics on dry roads. Torque distribution front-to-rear is computer controlled and is variable between 0:100 and 50:50 front:rear.

All 2004 G35 Sport Sedans express Infiniti’s bold new direction of combining leading-edge design and technology, driver-oriented performance and a high level of luxury. The G35 comes standard with a 260-horsepower 3.5-liter V6, 5-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode or close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission, 4-wheel independent multi-link suspension and rear-wheel drive.

Enhancements to the 2004 G35 Sport Sedan include:
·New G35 Leather AWD model with ATTESA E-TS all-wheel drive system, including "Snow-Mode" switch which fixes the torque distribution ration at 50:50 to improve performance on slippery roads
·Standard heated outside mirrors on all models 17-inch wheels now standard on all models
·Improved standard 6-disc CD changer (with faster operation)
·Standard Tire Pressure Monitor System
·Standard rear limited-slip differential on Leather 6MT model
·Heated front seats and 4-way power front passenger's seat standard on Leather, Leather 6MT models
·Engine will meet LEV2 standard for emission control (beginning with October production)
·Two new exterior colors – Diamond Graphite, Twilight Blue (previously available)



thats a pretty sweet package now

DISRUPTV

i wonder if we'll see that in the coupe

NOVAwhiteTypeS

most likely you will. it will be almost stupid not to put a awd on a coupe

Crazy Bimmer

whats your logic on that one kind sir?

Shawn S

Very nice news.
If they had a Coupe version and updated that 80’s interior I might actually be interested.

Hopefully Acura will counter with a 4WD TL in a year and follow that with a 4WD Coupe.
If/when they do, I will be FIRST in line with deposit money in hand.

Shawn S

DISRUPTV

wow an awd g35 coupe would be sick, esp w/the option to pair it to a 6spd and a Greddy or HKS turbo system

1SICKLEX

Wow this is great, put it on the coupe, add a turbo, you got the R-35 GT-R.

bkknight369

sounds cool...should lower the prices of the rwd for us cali folks

Zapata

that awd g35 is so appealing but that interior I'm sorry, i drive 22k/year driving i need to like the interior.....

Rod

Like everyone's mentioned, all they need now is a nicer interior, at the very least offer the aluminum trim in a dark wood instead....and an SMG would be sweet.

Python2121

haha dont expect too much

gavriil

I bet the new TL will offer AWD soon too.

civic4982

damn... Nissan has been on the ball lately... Acura is sittin' on their f'in hands...

gavriil

The key to the performance of the new all-wheel drive G35 is its state-of-the-art ATTESA E-TS™ all-wheel drive system, which is arguably one of the most advanced on-pavement all-wheel drive systems in the world.

The ATTESA E-TS, which stands for Advanced Total Traction Engineering System for All Electronic Torque Split, utilizes an electro-magnetic clutch control design (in contrast to typical oil pressure clutch control) to provide quicker response, lighter weight (approximately 22 pounds lighter than a similar oil pressure clutch control design with center differential) and true variable torque distribution, ranging from 50:50 up to 0:100 percent front-to-rear ratio (versus fixed ratio competitive systems).



How It Works

The ATTESA system is designed for smooth starts, better fuel economy and better traction and maneuverability on snowy roads than conventional all-wheel drive systems and minimal compromise of rear-wheel drive performance characteristics on dry roads.

The system's advanced torque split control strategy automatically transfers optimum torque to the wheels according to road and driving conditions. It provides outstanding cornering capability similar to a sports car due to optimum torque distribution to the front and rear wheels (from approximately 0:100 up to 50:50).

System sensors continuously monitor vehicle speed, throttle position and wheel spin (at all four wheels). When road conditions don't require AWD, the G35 acts and feels like the award-winning rear-wheel drive G35 sedan, with the system capable of sending up to 100 percent of the power to the rear wheels. By comparison, leading competitive AWD systems with center differential transfer systems limit the amount of available power at the rear wheels to 50 percent (Audi A4 Quattro), 60 percent (Mercedes C-class 4-matic) or 62 percent (BMW 330xi). The G35 thus offers minimal compromise of rear-wheel drive performance and handling feel.

From a standing start, the ATTESA system adjusts the front-to-rear torque distribution, adding 25 percent to the front wheels for a more powerful start. The system then quickly adjusts torque distribution as needed, sending up to 100 percent to the rear wheels if conditions warrant, or adjusting the front drive percentage up to 50 percent as needed.

In cornering situations, the ATTESA system can detect traction needs throughout the course of a turn and react accordingly. With its millisecond response time, the system can shift toque back and forth between the front and rear wheels to help enhance stability and traction. For example, in entering a corner (under normal driving conditions), the system functions nearly the same as any rear-wheel drive car. Torque distribution is almost 100 percent rear. Once in the corner, the system is able to transfer to the front wheels that portion of the drive torque that the rear wheels can't handle. This results in outstanding, sports car-like cornering ability. When exiting the corner, torque can be quickly transferred according to the wheel spin of the rear wheels from 50:50 up to 0:100 for smooth acceleration out of the turn.

Beginning in early December 2003, the all-wheel drive G35 Sport Sedan will be available in one fully equipped model, the AWD G35 Sedan. It will be badged the G35x.

The 2004 G35 Sedan Leather AWD comes with a standard DOHC 24-valve V6 engine with 260-horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, a 5-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode and Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC). Along with its advanced engine and all-wheel drive technology, the G35’s performance is enhanced by a 4-wheel independent suspension with lightweight aluminum components and highly aerodynamic styling – including a coefficient of drag of just 0.27 and zero degrees of front lift.

1SICKLEX

Man, sounds very impressive. I am sure this will make it's way into the GT-R. How much for a G35x? I want to drive this thing 100mph in a 50mph curve and see what it does.

danny25

very cool, I want one.

Zapata

This is already in tthe GTR if i'm not mistaken.

gavriil

No word on pricing yet but I dont anticipate the AWD to add more than a couple of grand to the price. Maybe even less (I would not be surprised to see it at $1500).

Slimey

...and my Subaru XT.

They don't say they have a LSD -- they should have one if they really want to sell the AWD concept.

Infiniti says theirs is the best.
Mercedes says theirs is the best.
Honda says theirs is the best.
Audi says their is the best.
Subaru says theirs is the best.
Porsche says theirs is the best.
Toyota says their is the best.
BMW says theirs is the best.
Kia says theirs is the best.

...marketing.

It'd be nice if real 4WD was more widely available as an option instead of these renditions of AWD. Of course, for a street driven vehicle, this (true 4WD) would have it's drawbacks too.

gavriil

Just got Motor Trend mag. They tested the G35 AWD sedan:

0-60 in 6.5 secs
1/4= 14.83 @ 93.35 mph

60-0 = 118 feet
Skidpad= 0.84g
Slalom: 65.1 mph (says it's about the same as the RWD car)

Price as tested= $31,000 (what a bargain!)

Says the AWD adds 308 lbs to the weight of the RWD. It's offered ONLY with an auto tranny.

cusdaddy

At the car show, they had the sticker on the G35x showing it's fuel economy figures. I was a little disappointed. I believe it was 17/24. It isn't bad but not great for the VQ. I guess the extra weight and driveline loss hinders the fuel ecomomy.

Crazy Bimmer

wow only 31k? Not bad at all.... Wonder what it is with options

mantis23

no awd for the coupe according to the february edition of automobile...

mantis23

from automobile:

The war s over, and rear-wheel drive has won. If a sedan expects to have an image of prestige and performance, then it must have rear-wheel drive, not front-wheel drive like some proletarian runabout. This leaves on problem: What happens when there's snow and ice on the road?

The modern electronic deus ex machina o traction and stability control programs is evidetly an insufficient answer, because Infiniti has elected to follow BMW and Mercedes Bens by adopting all-wheel drive for it rear-wheel drive sedan. Full one-fourth of G35 Sedans (but no coupes) will be so equipped.

The G35x's awd system is adapted from that of the FX35/45. Its centerpiece is an electromagnetic clutch that varies th power split between the front and rear wheels according to inputs from sensors that monitor speed, throttle positionm and wheelspin..

im sick of typing this in, bt they go into how it acceerated faster than the 330xi, and accelerated with more stability than an Audi. it also weighs 308 lbs more than the regular sedan, and some other shit which isn't worth paraphrasing.

gavriil

Not many options available for the AWD G35. It comes well equipped already. IT's a bargain.

gavriil

Yeap. That was never intended and the rumors did confirm the lack of AWD for the coupe. ANd it totally makes sense.

SpeedyV6

As I recall virtually everything on the G35 is optional. Well equipped rwd versions sell for $34-$35K. I can't believe that this would any cheaper.

1SICKLEX

Hit the nail on the head.

31k is awesome for that car. Man, why not an AWD coupe?????

Crazy Bimmer

Yea i finally stopped being lazy and went to check for myself.

went to their site and config a g35 awd sedan with Premium and Navi and it came to

Total Configured MSRP† $37,690.00



NO THANKS ILL PASS

charliemike

I've seen G35xes with the Premium package for mid-34s ... That's a hell of a price considering the 330xi is far more.

Even $37690 isn't bad for that car totally loaded out.

95gt

Man that is a pretty good price but just looked on the volvo site and, even though it has no Navigation, the S60R can be had for under 39K. Man allwheel drive, 300hp, and a stick. I would take that in a second over the G35.

Crazy Bimmer

ditto.

heyitsme

I thought they only came at 37k with awd, but carsdirect says 31k starting. I'd only want the aerodynamic package which brings it to 33.7, not bad.

1SICKLEX

GReat point. I agree too. And that car looks way better than the G35, huge Brembos, wonderful interior. Great point.