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to the G35

 

Never doubted it would be a decent drive...



Now, about that interior...

 

So they compared the new G35 to its competitor's cheapest model (excluding the TL)?

I have no doubt that it will be a fantastic car but give me a break. Testing it against the IS350, 330i, and A4 3.2 would give a much better representation of how good the car is than this comparison.

I thought it was interesting that the poster said that the info sheet had the G35 (that was tested) at 306hp. If that's the case then way to go out on that limb Infiniti!!!

 

Quoted from another member

"Agreed, it would have been nice to see them compaire against the beefier engines of the rivals.... but what i think is so key about the test is that the G he was testing probably was the same price as the competitors with the smaller engines... thats where the value proposition comes in with the G."

 

^^ I think that's the point...compare to cars that others might cross shop in teh samne price range.

 

Current G35 Base: $31,850
IS250 Base: $30,580
IS350 Base: $36,030
325i Base: $30,900
330i Base: $36,600
A4 2.0 Base: $28,240
A4 3.2 Base: $34,490
TL: $33,325

All I am saying is that I agree with Infiniti's strategy if they can keep the base price of the new model around $34,000-$35,000. If the base goes over $35,000, then I think this whole value strategy just went out the window.

 

^ Can't believe an A4 2.0T can be had at such a great price brand new.

Can't wait to see some reviews for the new G. I smell a matchup - the 335i vs. the G35. Infiniti's pricing would also play a key role. Like cob said, keep the base below 35k and all is good. Loaded, that thing should be not much more than 40k-41k. That would make it a hell of a compelling buy.

 

That's the base on the A4 2.0T. Try *actually* finding a BASE model on teh lot. It'll be nearly impossible.

 

most people option out their 2.0 closer to 40k

 

The Infiniti G35 has a real back seat, unlike a 3er, A4, IS, or TSX.
I'd really compare the G35 in functionality terms to a TL or even a 5er.

 

For the price, the new G35 is the car to beat.

 

Obviously they compared based on price, not on engine power. The mags will do plenty of comparisions to the IS350, 330i, 335i, etc... where the G is ~5-8k less expensive.

 

306 Hp? That's a lot of Hp to come out of a V6. I'm still hoping maybe close to 315 or 320 hp would be sweet!

 

I have a G35x, i dont know how people can even say compare the G with the 330 or V6 verision of A4. Those are easily 5-7k more expensive. I had a 3.2CL before, and I love the TL, but it just couldn't compare to the G, and the 325 and 2.0T A4. I dont even want to talk about them. Infiniti is really doing the right thing. Now if Acura can have a rwd or awd version of TL. That would be a tough choice.

 

Yes...they are pretty nice cars except the sedan is fugly inside and out.....Styling wise, the TL, 325, and A4 much better. Of course the coupe is the sexist machine on the road.

Nissan/Infiniti definitely learned from their mistake and I am glad they made the new G alot sexier on the outside and more upscale inside. Acura better start leaking the 2007 TL and the rumored TSX coupe soon or they gonna be in trouble. Toyota/Lexus is having a GREAT year with all the new models. Infiniti will likely to follow with the new G. Acura? hmm....

 

Yes, Acura better pull their head out of their asses because they are getting walked all over by Infiniti.

I can't wait to get that the new G35.

 

True enough. My A4 3.2 optioned out to 43.3k. Love the car but it wasn't a great bargain by any means.