2003 Infiniti FX35 Review

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Written by: jonieheffner on 08/08/2009

Vehicle

2003 Infiniti FX35 AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

It was love at first sight for me on the Infinity FX35, this car really does look much later than it is. It is six years old and without any problem. It has been on Reno/Tahoe/NoCa/Interstate 80 in the snow blizzards lots of times. And you are safe in this car, my Mother has used it for mountain/snowy trips, she fell in love with it. This would be the safest- fastest car for your loved ones. And the GPS got me all around metro San Antonio and I get lost easily. When this reaches 200,000 another one will be purchased. And I have not forgot just how gorgeous this car is...and with inner beauty.

Favorite Features

Roll stability, crunch zone, door reinforcements, lots of airbags, utility space, very fast.

Suggested Improvements

...more colors.

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No regrets

Written by: John on 07/10/2009

Vehicle

2003 Infiniti FX35 Rwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

Purchased used Sport edition with 26K miles and have overall been very satisfied at 53K. More or less a full-size wagon, it is fun to drive with decent cargo space. Was a little concerned since 2003 was first model year, but only issue has been one fuse replacement that was not really expensive to address. CD player has become jammed, but mostly use ipod and satellite radio. Have only used regular fuel, but acceleration has been solid. Although now seven years old, exterior styling is timeless (which I think is better than 09 body style change). Would definitely recommend to anyone dealing with dual child seats and does not want or need huge SUV or minivan.

Favorite Features

Exterior styling, acceleration, comfortable leather seats, interior clock, Bose sound system, 20 inch tires on Sport edition. Has retained re-sale value.

Suggested Improvements

Interior dash has way too much plastic (though apparently replaced in later editions). Audio and heat/ac display looks ancient, was likely outdated even in 2003. Center console does not feel solid, but could be regular wear and tear.

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Tellin' it Like It Is

Written by: Hard to Please ... on 02/27/2008

Vehicle

2003 Infiniti FX35 Rwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

It was "love at first sight". Almost as soon as I saw the FX35 I had to have it. I love the design inside and out. My ownership experience has been exceptional. I purchased it new in 2003 and haven't regretted it one bit. Handles outstandingly well whether the road is wet or dry. Scores very high on crash tests. Fuel economy is good. Fun to drive. Very reliable and comfortable. After owning it 5 years I'm tellin' it like it is: The FX35 is a quality vehicle.

Favorite Features

Body and interior design. Performance. Comfort. Bose sound system (eleven speakers).

Suggested Improvements

Since I bought mine the first year they were sold all of the suggested improvements I would have made have been done except one: Yokohama Tires ride better and handle better. Make them OEM.

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Liked it so much I'm getting another

Written by: Going for number 2 on 01/17/2008

Vehicle

2003 Infiniti FX35 Rwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I have been driving my 2003 FX35 for four years and have loved it so much that I'm getting a 2008. It has always been a head turner, and is so comfortable, safe, and fun to drive that I can justify the poor gas mileage and skimpy cargo space. I have gotten a roof cargo carrier for trips. The 2008 has some great new features, backup camera, keyless entry, bluetooth. It handles great in bad weather, is solid as a rock(I have never hydroplaned) and my bad back never hurts, even on long trips because of the extremely comfortable and heated seats! I don't want to drive anything else!!

Favorite Features

Great style, power, comfort and handling like a sports car. Extremely solid and stable car. On the 2008, the rear camera, handsfree and aluminum roof rack (much snazzier than the black). And the retro clock, which happily, still exists on the 2008.

Suggested Improvements

The 20" tires are for performance and wear out very quickly and are very expensive to replace! They need a rear hatch release button inside the car! And the obvious poor gas mileage, but what can you do? I wouldn't sacrifice anything to get better mileage on this car.

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Recalls & Reliability Issues

Written by: James on 12/06/2007

Vehicle

2003 Infiniti FX35 AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I bought my FX35 brand new in May '03 and it currently has only 58000 miles on it. With the car came a number of recalls, more trips to the dealer than I can count, and recently a $2000 rack and pinion steering failure and repair (no longer under warranty!). While the service rep was good, I know it's just the start of more and bigger problems to come. My only alternative is to get rid of the car. I don't intend to sound dramatic about this, but I will never purchase another Infiniti. My overall experience was unexpectedly poor and my experpience with the Infiniti Consumer Affairs office was even worse.

Favorite Features

The engine is incredibly powerful making the purchase of the 45 completely unnecessary.

Suggested Improvements

Support the car better after the sale. Rear visibility is poor. The shocks that hold up the rear door fail on a regular basis. Front passenger seat should have all the features of the driver's seat.

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