2004 Infiniti G35 Review
Fuel Economy
18 - 20 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
Fast, affordable and stylish, both the sedan and the coupe offer high levels of sport and luxury.
Pros
Powerful V6, balanced and capable handling, roomy cabin, reasonable price.
Cons
Average interior materials quality, touchy brakes.
What's New for 2004
Sedans get standard heated outside mirrors, heated front seats and, on leather-equipped six-speed models only, a four-way power passenger seat and a limited-slip differential. Other changes include a standard tire-pressure monitoring system, Low Emissions Vehicle status and a revised front console with an additional cupholder on leather-equipped six-speed coupes. 2004 also sees the addition of an all-wheel-drive sport sedan to the G35 lineup.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Best Car I've Ever Owned
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Infiniti G35 Rwd 4dr Sedan w/Leather (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
People ask me why I bought an "expensive" car - my answer is that, over 5 years, it's probably cost me less than whatever they're driving. 140K miles, NOTHING to fix. Oil, brakes, tires - that's it. Runs, looks, feels almost like new. Big power, room, a blast to drive. Quality costs less in the long run.
Favorite Features
Killer motor, good seats & steering wheel, flat cornering.
Suggested Improvements
It's kind of ugly, inside and out.
Best car for the money
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Infiniti G35 Rwd 2dr Coupe w/Leather (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
Review
I really love the drive and reliability of this car. It's a pleasure to drive and look at. You will not be disappointed. Very reasonable maintenance if not done at the dealership. You just basically change the oil and cabin air filter every 3,750 miles. You owe it to yourself to own one of these cars.
Favorite Features
Quick acceleration, styling. It's a lot of fun and I really enjoy the horsepower, low-end torque, and maneuverability. The sound system is awesome!
Suggested Improvements
Light on the steering wheel.
I once loved it, but it's a terrible car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 6 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 3 |
| Fuel Economy: | 4 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Infiniti G35 Rwd 2dr Coupe w/Leather (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
Let me start by saying I love the look, feel and performance of this car. But that's where it ends. I have had problem after problem after problem with this car. Here's the list - power locks, speakers, CD changer, navigation system, cruise control, steering wheel audio controls, brakes, brake calipers...and that's just what was replaced! They can't figure out why I get noise from my moonroof and water on the floor when it rains hard or the ticking from my dash when I step on the brakes on a hot day. As much as I love to drive this car...I can't wait to get rid of it. I have owned three Chevy's, a Pontiac and a Mazda before this. All of them COMBINED did not have this many problems! Hopefully it's a more reliable car now that it's six model years later. After all of the problems I've had with the car as well as dealing with Infiniti themselves, I will NEVER purchase another Infiniti or Nissan product.
Favorite Features
The whole look, feel and drive of the car, the navigation when it works.
Suggested Improvements
Love our G35
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 6 | Interior Design: | 6 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Infiniti G35 Rwd 4dr Sedan w/Leather (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
Review
We bought our G35 brand new and now have 106,000 miles on it. We have basically changed the oil every 3000 miles, performed regular maintenance, and had the brakes worked on every year. That was the only disappointment. The steering is starting to make some noise now -- will have it checked out, but the car has been trouble free. Thinking about buying another one!
Favorite Features
Exterior styling, power, handling, and reliability.
Suggested Improvements
Passenger seat comfort-the passenger cannot sit with legs straight in front. Brakes need help.
Best Car for the Money
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Infiniti G35 Rwd 4dr Sedan w/Leather (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
Review
I used to drive a BMW 3 series that almost made me bankrupt due to tons of mechanical problems.Thank God after a thorough research, I traded my Bmw for this car and it has never disappointed. I will always be an Infiniti owner.
Favorite Features
CD changer,Heated seats,Navigation,M/roof and perforated leather seats.
Suggested Improvements
The interior can be more luxurious which have been addressed in the newer models.
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