2001 Infiniti I30 Consumer Reviews Page 2

Don't judge this book by its cover ...

Written by: John on 03/03/2005

Vehicle

2001 Infiniti I30 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

My I30 has an exterior look of "your father's Oldsmobile". However, it also has excellent acceleration and braking, a smooth powerful engine, superb interior controls, awesome BOSE sound, and rock-solid reliability. It was rated a Consumer Reports automotive "Best Buy" for a reason. I'm convinced that the only reason that it doesn't cost alot more is that Infiniti marketing is so bad.

Favorite Features

Excellent BOSE sound, don't-have-to-think-about-it engine performance, excellent reliability

Suggested Improvements

Can feel rough on the roads if the tires are over-inflated (i.e., to max pressure instead of recommended pressure).

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Bang for the buck

Written by: Raj Venkat on 01/04/2005

Vehicle

2001 Infiniti I30 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Got it used with 68200 miles on it for dealer trade-in price. What a beauty! It is one of the most elegant Infinitis around (past and present). The engine revs effortlessly and the transmission shifts smoothly. Very sturdy at highway speeds of 80 mph. The leather seats are large and comfortable and it is so roomy inside. It definitely likes only premium fuel as I hear an annoying growl when I press the gas with 87 octane fuel. Mileage is not as good as I thought, 21 mpg mixed driving and 26 mpg on highway. The tornado fuel saver did not improve mileage. There is an annoying rattle coming from around the beautiful analog clock when the ext. temp is cold but disappears when the car warms up.

Favorite Features

Heated leather seats, auto climate control, acceleration from 40-80 mph, Bose system, exterior style, interior ergonomics, interior space, remote trunk release, large trunk, memory seats, classy analog clock, build quality (sturdy), rear power sunshade is nice feature but more for showing off.

Suggested Improvements

Road noise is a little high for a luxury car - need more sound dampening, improve acceleration from 0-40 mph to call it a sports luxury car, the doors don't close easily - need to slam them, Improve fuel economy to 24 mpg for mixed driving, need all-wheel drive option, Erase 'Nissan' from ext. glass

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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EXCELLENT

Written by: Candy French on 12/01/2004

Vehicle

2001 Infiniti I30 Touring 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I love my car! I have 80000 miles on it and have owned it since 1400 miles, never given me an ounce of trouble. I love the dealership, they give you loaners for anything you have done on the car! My only concern is that I was told not to take it over 90000 miles, that is when it starts to get expensive to maintain. Guess it's time to shop for a new Infinity soon!

Favorite Features

All if it - it's a great car!

Suggested Improvements

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Infiniti Without A Doubt

Written by: KeyLargoKen on 11/01/2004

Vehicle

2001 Infiniti I30 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Picked this I30 up at dealership w/65000 miles for a low price. O2 sensors replaced by dealership @ 60000 miles. Car ran great, looked great, rode great. Have put additional 8000 miles on since purchase. This is, absolutely without a doubt, a super road car. It's comfortable, smooth, classic looking and I'm averaging 27- 28 mpg running at 70 MPH. Have switched tires to 225 x 65 x 16 (Regatta 2s) at 35 PSI and ride is super smooth (tire diameter goes from 25" to 27") and they really fill up the wheelwells. I expect to keep this one close to 200000 miles or more (have 92 Accord with 153000 just running great). This is NOT like any Maxima I've driven. It's far better!

Favorite Features

Acceleration, Bose, lumbar adjustment, rear sunshade, gas mileage, color (white pearl), great looking tan leather interior, build quality of this car is fantastic, dealership service topnotch

Suggested Improvements

2002 I35 probably supplied most minor improvements including the additional power

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Love this car

Written by: Adihere on 07/28/2004

Vehicle

2001 Infiniti I30 Touring 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Just picked it up. Great car from day 1. Learning to appreciate it more and more every day. Looks fabulous, great performer, comfortable interior. Althought the suspension is stiffer on the t's the ride is harsh sometimes over the littles bumps you feel it in the cabin. This car is made well, great looking, and will get many years of pleasure driving it.

Favorite Features

HID lamps, Touring styling, Bose, sunshade, huge 1 touch moonroof

Suggested Improvements

ride quality - road feel. Quicker shifting tranny. hand brake, more mid console room

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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good deal

Written by: giguy on 06/17/2004

Vehicle

2001 Infiniti I30 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I purchased my I30 at a friend's lease termination. I got a very good deal. I graduated to this v6 and have really enjoyed the additional power vs my v4 Toyota. The car handles well and is quick. My biggest criticism is that the ride is rough. It's like I can feel every change in the road's surface. Also, there seems to be a whistle of air, the origin of which I cannot determine. I like the sun visor feature which allows you to block out the sun coming from the rear window, with just the touch of a button. I think it is stylish and still looks good among newer cars. The ABS is good but my Subaru Outback rides better and has better brakes.

Favorite Features

Auto AC and rear window visor

Suggested Improvements

Needs improvement on the suspension

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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good car

Written by: matt f on 06/10/2004

Vehicle

2001 Infiniti I30 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

63000 miles so far engine runs great so quiet you don't even know its running. Transmission shifts perfect. Great braking performance, very good in rain and light and moderate snow. 21mpg mixed driving. 14000 miles on car since purchases, brakes still ahve 75% left on them. Seats comfortable brisk acceleration. Great car overall.

Favorite Features

Interior clock and bose sound system.

Suggested Improvements

exterior could be a little flashier

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Great Car

Written by: DimaSI on 04/06/2004

Vehicle

2001 Infiniti I30 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Great car all around, i upgraded from a fully loaded Bonneville. This is a japanese car in it's best. I am an infinity customer for a while now. I have close to 75,000 miles on my car and it's in great shape mechanically. The build quality for this car was my first reason for buying it over a tl or lincoln ls and it has proven to be great.

Favorite Features

the car's quick, took it to 130 once, didnt' even hear a rattle

Suggested Improvements

3.5 a year earlier

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Rose's Toy

Written by: Gerald Keeney on 03/19/2004

Vehicle

2001 Infiniti I30 Touring 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Spacious interior with look of luxury; touring model is quick, flat performer, gives confidence while driving; standard and optional features top quality . Excess air-intake noise on hard acceleration; under-hood noise when a/c is turned on; small knobs.

Favorite Features

See above.

Suggested Improvements

Larger knobs; quieter engine air-intake.

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Great for the money

Written by: blue devil on 03/07/2004

Vehicle

2001 Infiniti I30 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Given, I just upgraded from a Toyota Corrolla - but I think the I-30 is great. I looked at the ES 300, Avalon, Acura TL and RL - while they're all great cars the I-30 was the best bang for the buck - superior rear seat space (vs TL and ES 300) - smoother ride than the Avalon - and much less expensive than the RL or ES 300. Although it was probably my least favorite exterior design, after test driving it I knew it was the best overall luxury sedan value.

Favorite Features

Great pick-up - roomy interior - all the luxury goodies.

Suggested Improvements

Unremarkable exterior design -

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