2003 Infiniti FX35 Consumer Reviews
Fuel Economy
17 mpg
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(204 Total Reviews)
'03 FX35 Sport Tech
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Infiniti FX35 AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
Couldn't be happier. Leased it for 3 years and couldn't part with it so I bought it off the lease. Held its value nicely - 65% of sticker after 3 years (73% of what I paid). Tightest vehicle I've ever owned - including a BMW 3 series sedan - which is the benchmark for tightness. It's the best of both worlds - perfomance and utility.
Favorite Features
All of them.
Suggested Improvements
Avg mpg is 17 - low.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
I'd buy it again
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Infiniti FX35 AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
Its a fun car. Believe it or not, I look forward to every ride because it's so comfortable and handles the road well... love it!
Favorite Features
I don't have a favorite feature. I like the car and all the fun little gadgets it comes with.
Suggested Improvements
The control panel is a bit clustered which makes it hard to find what you're looking for. You have to be careful of the rear view. And, its not fuel efficient.
Not your typical SUV
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Infiniti FX35 AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
We purchased this vehicle new in 2003 and have been extremely satisified with its performance and handling. It surprised us that we could get great performance and handling from a vehicle of this size and still get a constant 20 mpg, on average, while cruising at 80 mph. We're on our 3rd set of tires and have 81k mi on the car and have switched from the stock 20" Goodyear RSAs to BFG KDWs. An excellent choice as they handle better and hold the road better when cornering. I find the FX35 fun to handle on winding mountain roads and use the manual mode to save the brakes. We put new rear brakes on at 75k and will put new fronts on at 82500k. Virtually no maint other than oil changes.
Favorite Features
Style, handling, comfort and fuel economy for vehicle with this much power.
Suggested Improvements
I can't think of any improvements I'd make to this vehicle a this time. It has been a great vehicle both in town and on the road.
10 out 10 people found this review helpful
Base FX35 is awesome
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Infiniti FX35 Rwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
Bought a base 2003 FX35 on the lot that had been overlooked, and I'm so glad it had. Cloth interior, no sunroof, rarer than rare! I wish they still made FXes in cloth, but the 07 interiors are beautiful. This car is fun, safe, and stylish. RWD platform with the powerful Nissan VQ35DE motor allow for brisk pickup and great handling dynamics. This setup is also highly tunable (do a search for Stillen supercharged FX35). Even though it's RWD, with Blizzaks it works great in the snow. Reliability and owner satisfaction have been very high - I have an 07 G35S sedan on order!
Favorite Features
Power, aesthetic design, handling, fit and finish, tunability, reliability, exhaust note/growl, and power!
Suggested Improvements
Make a CD changer that doesn't skip in the cold. Everything else rocks!
FX 35 is a great car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Infiniti FX35 AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I have owned an FX35 for four years now. I love this car. in the four years I have had no problems with it. I just add gas and change the oil regularly. it has been incredibly reliable. It is a great car for long road trips. It is extremely comfortable and it has a killer sound system (I got the upgrade to the 11- speaker system). I have three dogs and we go hiking very often. I put them easily in the back of the car. there's a ton of room when you fold down the seats flat. I highly recommend this car to anyone.
Favorite Features
Design (interior and exterior) Reliability Comfort
Suggested Improvements
Bluetooth and MP3 support are a must these days in high end cars. it needs more technology. How about a hard drive already in it and Wi-Fi so i can download songs or movies from my home computer to my car?
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
Over 100,000 miles and just like new
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Infiniti FX35 Rwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
This car continues to perform as well as when I first purchased it, and it was superb then. I have the 18 inch wheels and RWD. At 6'4" and 250 lbs, the space and comfort has been great. I do alot of highway driving and have averaged 23 mpg since it was purchased. Have followed the regularly scheduled maintenance at dealer and the car just keeps on going. I also get it detailed every two weeks and the finish still looks new. Driving any distance is very comfortable in this car. The dealer pays attention to all the details and has always provided great service. I'll get another FX35 someday, but this one is still going strong.
Favorite Features
Comfortable, sporty ride, sound system, acceleration, the cool look of the car, long term performance, better than expected gas mileage, and the way that performance has stayed at such a high level, even after 100,000 miles.
Suggested Improvements
The only little thing has been a sort of grating noise when the dash and steering wheel moves back to position after the car has been sitting in the hot Florida sun for a day. Dealer was unable to provide a fix, and the noise only occurs when you first start the car
5 out 5 people found this review helpful
Super Performer
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Infiniti FX35 AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
Take to the hills and curves of some of the Rocky Mountains highest passes ( most are 12,000 ft.) and feel the acceleration, the braking, and best, how it bites and holds in those 90-180 degree curves--the stability is awesome, inspiring, just fantastic fun!!! Unbelievable---buy, rent, or borrow--you've got to experience it yourself!!
Favorite Features
Stability,sports-car handling, acceleration, exterior good looks and beautiful interior looks & design
Suggested Improvements
None
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
Best car ever owned
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Infiniti FX35 Rwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I have owned just about every high-end make out there. No other car has ever kept me this happy and interested for so long! No problems whatsoever and I already have over 80k miles on it. I can't imagine replacing this car with anything else other than a new FX (when they get remodeled hopefully for 08)
Favorite Features
Tech package is a must! Once you get used to all the cool features you never want to go without them again.
Suggested Improvements
For 2003 there was no cellphone integration (bummer). However, current models do. Sporty ride may be to stiff for some. Adjustable suspension would be nice future feature.
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
The longest i've ever kept a vehicle
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Infiniti FX35 Rwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
This is the longest i've ever kept a vehicle. I'm one of those guys who keeps a car for 1 to 2 years and then trades out due to boredom. This is not the case with the FX. I thourouly enjoy getting in the crossover and driving to work everyday. I still to this day haven't found anything to spark my interest to get rid of my FX. Buy it, you'll enjoy it.
Favorite Features
Very techy car. If i had a favorite i'd say the dvd player in the back. Shuts those kids up. I'll never buy another car without the dvd player in the back to keep those kids quiet.
Suggested Improvements
Blue tooth, or Ipod capabilities would be cool.
Love it
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Infiniti FX35 AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
Bought it used in 2004 and it has been a true joy since. It is very spacious for four passengers. Not for five. Much sportier design than other crossovers, which seemed too much like minivans (the Mercedes) or station wagons (Ford, Audi). Gas consumption could be better, but I am averaging 18.8 with roughly 20% highway use and 80% city use. However, it is worth the extra power, especially with high octane gas. On a smooth open road (highway), it is an absolute dream. It is especially good for skiing (skis on the roof rack, passengers toasty on the inside, most comfortable ride I've taken to the mountains ever). Bought one for my dad, too!
Favorite Features
The design, the power, the sport handling. Also, the steering wheel. It's sporty and not large like a school bus (like a GMC Envoy).
Suggested Improvements
Improved acceleration at highway speeds, MP3 or iPod compatibility, improved seat memory. Onstar would be fabulous!
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
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