2008 Infiniti EX35 Consumer Reviews Page 2

Update on prior review

Written by: Randy on 05/02/2008

Vehicle

2008 Infiniti EX35 Journey 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

A month ago I reviewed my new EX35 and gave it a glowing review. But didn't like the mileage or the fact that it requires premium fuel. I have now had an opportunity to take a road trip, pleasantly, my mileage numbers have improved. I am averaging 21 now vs 16.5 in the 1st month. Also, I took two female adults on this 6 hour trip and they both raved about the comfort of the back seat. I wouldn't want to ask a guy to do this, I wouldn't, but the ladies were fine with it. Also my Bluetooth is hooked up and it is fantastic!

Favorite Features

Bluetooth, XM radio, VR nav system, handling, backup camera, interior design

Suggested Improvements

Rear hatch needs a remote from driver's seat and key fob. Wood interior option should be standard. Car should be able to use mid-grade fuel - premium is now $4.25 and going up daily in my area.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Tech heaven, or tech hell?

Written by: cartech on 04/28/2008

Vehicle

2008 Infiniti EX35 Journey 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

On paper, this is a car from heaven for tech geeks: hard-drive rips and stores your CDs, flash card reader for music, voice activated phone and navigation, intelligent cruise control, lane-departure warning and prevention, 4-cam virtual overhead parking image, etc. Imagine having all that in your new car and then not being able to use it! Infiniti's legal department has *really* gone overboard in limiting what you can do with your tech if you are not stopped. Example: want to find a restaurant? you can only choose from the four nearest, even if 3 are behind you. Even the music system is restricted when you're driving. Insane. Really, really frustrating.

Favorite Features

Intelligent cruise control. I only got this because it came with the tech package. Turns out I love it. It will keep a set interval between you (3 settings) and the car in front of you down to 20mph. Also love keyless entry and start. Love cargo organizer (didn't want that either at first).

Suggested Improvements

Allow people to disable the lockouts on the tech features. I'll sign a liability waiver, just let me use it. There is a frustrating delay of about 1-3 seconds when manually downshifting (maybe due to rev-matching transmission), which feels awful, when you want to pass.

4 out 5 people found this review helpful

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My wife is still smilin'

Written by: Jonathan P. on 04/25/2008

Vehicle

2008 Infiniti EX35 Journey 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I surprised my wife with a Tidewater EX35 AWD Journey for our 25th anniversary. This crossover is wonderful. The seats are the most comfortable that I have ever experienced. I drive a Mini Cooper S daily, so the the "fun to drive" value of the EX35 doesn't quite match up for me but it is still an enjoyable driving experience. The gadgets are awesome. After test driving the suv/crossovers from BMW, Nissan, Lexus, and Ford, it was an easy choice to go with the Infiniti. For me the best part is having my wife feel like she's driving her "perfect car". After 2 months she still smiles when she gets in the drivers seat. Gas mileage is 18-20 mpg.

Favorite Features

Rear camera, music box, interior is awesome!

Suggested Improvements

Larger hard drive for music box. Fuel economy.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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I Love My Car!!!

Written by: Fun Drive on 04/04/2008

Vehicle

2008 Infiniti EX35 Journey 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

After test driving numerous cars (BMW, MB, Audi, Volvo) I fell in love with everything about this car. The design is exceptional, in and out. The ride phenomenal. And it has plenty of power. It feels great riding a car that doesn't fit the mold of typical crossovers. Everybody does a double take when I drive by. I love it!

Favorite Features

The sophisticated interior ergonomic styling and the clean streamlined exterior. All the high tech items it has. It has great pick-up.

Suggested Improvements

When I think of one I'll have to write another review.

9 out 9 people found this review helpful

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Short people will love it!

Written by: danevick on 04/04/2008

Vehicle

2008 Infiniti EX35 Journey 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

Being a former owner of an Infiniti fx35, I eagerly awaited the ex35. I was impressed with virtually everything about the vehicle. The ride was much improved over the choppy, kidney busting ride of my FX. Build quality, materials, everything great. The only thing that kept me from owning one on the spot was the lack of rear seat room. No one except leg children under 5 will be able to ride in the back. A huge disappointment for an Infiniti fan like me. But if you have no friends or kids, this is worth looking at. Also, ground clearance is no better than a car, so forget about offroading, much less jumping a curb in parking lots.

Favorite Features

Smoother ride than expected, plenty of power, interior design is both futuristic and comfortable.

Suggested Improvements

More rear seat leg room (how about a sliding rear seat?). Readout for nav- look around view, etc, too complicated and distracting.

5 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Love my new EX35!!

Written by: waltaz on 04/03/2008

Vehicle

2008 Infiniti EX35 Journey 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

Leased an EX35 Journey RWD Liquid Platinum/Graphite/Wood Trim with Premium, Nav, Luxe Style, Roof Rails, Cargo Area Protector and Cargo Organizer. I simply love the vehicle. Had purchased an '08 G35 sedan a month ago for my wife and was so impressed with it that my loaded '06 Honda Pilot EX-L V6 no longer cut it. Looked at the Acura RDX and the EX, and the EX just blew it away on ride, comfort, noise, build quality and luxury. I gave up a lot of room moving from the Pilot into the EX, but in reality, I am the only occupant 90+% of the time, and hardly ever use the back seats. Sure, no more futons from IKEA in the back, but the luxury, features, ride and sportiness more compensate.

Favorite Features

Styling (unique and sporty), Graphite leather w/wood trim (totally luxurious), cockpit comfort and feel, nav/audio interface and features, Luxe Style package that gives you Xenons (with adaptive lighting) and 18" wheels, engine sound. Vehicle is just the perfect sporty size for me to carry my bikes

Suggested Improvements

Gas mileage, but you know what you're getting; rear seat is not nearly as bad as it's made out to be, and the rear doors open extra wide to help you get in and out; visibility is not that great and you really need to learn to position and use your mirrors; rear view mirror can get in line of sight.

15 out 15 people found this review helpful

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One week in

Written by: infiniti junkie on 03/28/2008

Vehicle

2008 Infiniti EX35 Journey 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I have had the EX for a week now. I traded in a G35 coupe. The EX is much better for getting in and out of and storage. The moonroof has more wind noise that I would like. Also, I was disappointed that the windows were not tinted. I miss the "sound" of the G35! Handling is excellent. Very easy car to drive, with some fun gadgets. Gas mileage is fair 18-20 around town. There is not much knee room in the back, and not great cup holders, also, if you put tall cups in the shorter cup holders, reaching the gear shift is awkward The leather seats are quite comfortable - maybe not for larger indivduals due to the curving in of the seats.

Favorite Features

Bluetooth, quiet interior, music box.

Suggested Improvements

Would like to be able to override the nav system to be able for passenger to operate while driving wind deflector for moonroof tinted windows to keep out the heat more leg room in the back seat better design of cup holders (to be able to hold more than one cup).

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Please don't say we're there yet...

Written by: Ed on 03/27/2008

Vehicle

2008 Infiniti EX35 Journey 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

After 3K miles and 3 months of varied driving conditions, the EX is as fun as legal fun gets. I keep looking for that one extra button that will initiate blast off to that groovy space station on 2001: A Space Odyssey. It would fit right in. And isn't that what a car's ultimate goal is - putting you in a special place outside the drudgery of life? No, it's not for a family of four. I don't ride in the backseat, so that means nothing to me. The designers got it right. To lengthen it for rear leg room would ruin the lines of the car. So, its not the best car for the family, but when the last kid goes, this rocket should be on your short-list. Up front it's all good.

Favorite Features

Those first moments of entering - what else can you call it - "the cockpit", pushing the button and starting to smile as it comes to life. Time to drive! The nav system is the best yet. I will never own another car without a rear camera. The self-healing paint.

Suggested Improvements

Why detune it and remove 12 HP? Spread mounts for crossbars further apart for more stability for loads if you want to do that.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Happy with my EX AWD

Written by: AB in MA on 03/26/2008

Vehicle

2008 Infiniti EX35 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

Went in looking for the G35 but when I saw the EX I loved it! Then I test drove and had to buy it. It's just the perfect size for me. Not too big of an SUV, it's really a Crossover but I did not need or want anything bigger. I'm single and rarely have rear passengers so this was a perfect fit for me. It's very luxurious yet sporty. The build quality is excellent, top notch. Too soon to tell the gas mileage. I've only had it for 1 month and not even at 1000 miles break-in. I'm getting about 20mpg city.

Favorite Features

I got the EX loaded with every option available. Love all the tech features. The AVM camera is very cool. My favorite is the voice recognition for the nav or telephone.

Suggested Improvements

1) A 6sp manual transmission like the G35. 2) Automatic rear hatch release. I can't believe that for a $45k car, it has a manual hatch release. I can only open the rear from the rear gate. :(

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Best yet

Written by: michelle on 03/15/2008

Vehicle

2008 Infiniti EX35 Journey 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I am a 3rd time Infiniti buyer. Traded in FX for EX and love this car!! I got just about everything on it but the Tech package. I have only had it for about 3 weeks, gas mileage is good (23 mpg/freeway) and love the sound system. Still figuring out all of the extras. I did knowingly downsize - the back seats and back are much smaller than the EX and would not be comfortable for adults to sit in back seats for long drives. Remains to be seen if I regret the smaller size. Also, trim around wheel well needs a small adjustment as it was not installed perfectly. Trim quality gets better every year... wood trim is nice!

Favorite Features

Nav/music system/headlights/keyless entry/comfortable seats. It's got style!

Suggested Improvements

None yet.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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