2008 Infiniti EX35 Consumer Reviews

Love it!

Written by: califman on 06/16/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I love this car. I looked at Audi, BMW, and Lexus. None of their cars grabbed me like the EX. And after 5 months of ownership I know I made the right choice. It's a fun car to drive, and I have plenty of room for my needs (I didn't want a big gas guzzling SUV).

Favorite Features

Interior styling and ergonomics. The high tech gadgets are great, and the Bose sound system rocks!

Suggested Improvements

The gas mileage could be better, but that's true for any non-hybrid vehicle nowadays. A hybrid EX would be the best of all worlds! Or, a hydrogen, or electric EX would be heaven on Earth!

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Great crossover

Written by: TRH on 05/29/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Have about 3700 miles on car and love it. Only thing I needed to do was tint windows, I live in FL. This changed the look of the vehicle (white) from the outside and helps cut down the brightness inside. Avg gas mileage around town just over 20, highway avg little over 25 ... I'm happy! Single guy, so leg room in back seat is not big concern to me.

Favorite Features

Everything is cool... well done design.

Suggested Improvements

Lower grade gas would be nice. Cross bars need to be spaced farther apart, no kayak rack on market yet to deal with this little problem.

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Awesome

Written by: Chuck Cheetham on 05/24/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Test drove everything in the crossover category from the X6 to the Tiguan. Nothing in my opinion combined the styling, luxury, performance, and tech features of the EX35. Think of it as a GTI for adults, if you don't need a lot of space, take a serious look. The ultimate driving machine for less money. I have the Journey AWD, nav. and permium package with lux style. Moonlight white w/ graphite int. Great looking vehicle. Getting many compliments from strangers at the pump. I'm 6'2" and very comfortable while driving, my daughters have enough room in the rear seat. My golf clubs also fit in the hatch, room for another set without folding the rear seats.

Favorite Features

Smartkey, bluetooth, nav w/voice control, Bose radio, auto rear seat release, auto up from drivers seat.

Suggested Improvements

Push button park brake, a couple more inches rear seat room (although adequate for smaller adults). A little better gas mileage/lower grade fuel.

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Car With Character

Written by: Humpdiesel on 05/17/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I bought my new Infiniti EX35 5 days ago, and I love it!! My 01 Infiniti QX4 my parents got me had to go. I am a realtor so I put a lot of miles on cars. I love to drive my car to work everyday. I just get pumped up wherever I go. I hope to put around 300,000 miles on it when I am done. Whenever I go shopping someone tells me that sure is a nice car you have!

Favorite Features

Bluetooth, self healing paint, style, around view monitor, navigation system, keyless start, nice leather, turn signals in bumper

Suggested Improvements

Fuel economy

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Great car but a few shortcomings

Written by: Nick S. on 05/15/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

My wife and I bought this car yesterday after doing a lot of research on the internet and shopping around for weeks. We have the AWD Journey model with premium and nav packages. The biggest surprise for me is how small a change in handling and aggressiveness it was from our 4-cylinder Camry. The EX does not feel aggressive at all, and the small turn radius keeps it from feeling like an unwieldy SUV. Supposedly it goes from 0-60 in 6.3 seconds, and the acceleration is there when you need it, but you wouldn't expect this if you aren't pushing it hard (unlike the BMW 1-series, which even at 10 mph lets you know it is ready to rocket you into space at any moment). But, we love how it drives!

Favorite Features

The exterior and interior of the car look amazing. Navigation system is great and seems to be very reliable; the voice recognition for commands also works very well so far. Tethering a bluetooth phone was very simple, and so is maneuvering through the audio system. BUT...

Suggested Improvements

This is probably an uncommon criticism but I already notice cons with the audio system. The only way to get mp3s on the hard drive is to record them off of audio CDs. You can't copy mp3s from CDs or compact flash cards. It would take years to transfer my mp3 collection via 20 track audio cds.

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Fantastic vehicle!

Written by: FANTASTIC VEHICLE! on 05/12/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Love my EX AWD Journey w/all available packages. More comfort and convenience, and much better appearance, than X3 or MDX, better ride than FX. Exceptional comfort, performance, and sound system enable me to arrive at work, or at destination on business trip, energetic and not tired as was the case before having my EX. Limited rear seat leg room makes this more suited for 1-2 people; adults and tall teens will probably find rear seats too confining except around town.

Favorite Features

Tech package (Around view monitors, intelligent cruise control, lane departure warning) improves safety in town and on highways. Incredible Bose stereo w/XM radio (you don't know how much you dislike commercials until you don't hear them), 9.3 GB storage helps me pass the time. Self healing paint.

Suggested Improvements

Rear seat leg room.

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Extraordinary? Yet TBD.

Written by: LNR on 05/08/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I really like this little car. It drives like an Audi but is more comfortable for my tall friends and family. I am very irritated by the "fuel pump" quandary which is detailed below.

Favorite Features

I like them all. NavTraffic is pretty handy and has saved me a lot of aggravation. We also love XM.

Suggested Improvements

At 6300 miles, a little kink showed up. This relates to the reliability rating. When you start the car, there is a groan from the fuel pump. My dealer's service department says Infiniti is aware of the problem but neither the part to fix it or an ETA is available to date.

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Awesome car pure Luxurious.

Written by: Young Father on 05/05/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Now this is luxury. This car was perfect for my family. My wife and I are in our mid 20s and we have a 4 month old baby. Drives amazingly and the interior is the best I have ever seen (for the price range). The exterior makes everyone's head turn every where I go. The automatic fold down seats are the coolest ever and all the other interior add-ons really make this car great to ride in. The only down side is the MPG really stinks in the city or stop and go traffic and the cargo room really is small. The cargo space only fits our full size Stokke stroller and the grocery has to go all around it. The engine runs great and powerful off the line, great handling at highway speeds and curves.

Favorite Features

Cockpit like interior. Amazing comfort. Pure luxury

Suggested Improvements

The only complaint is that the MPG stinks in the city.

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I'm loving it!

Written by: I LOVE MY EX!!! on 05/04/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I really think that Infiniti went over the edge when making the EX. I fell in love with this vehicle from the time I got into it. I had an option to either go with the BMW X5 or the Lexus RX 330 and hands down the Infiniti won. The ride is smoother and quieter as well. For me it worked out great. I'm single no kids, and love to travel. I had a fully loaded HHR, and had to trade it in after looking at this vehicle. All I have to say is keep up the good work Infiniti!

Favorite Features

Bluetooth, all around vehicle camera, navigation, phone! The car freaking rocks the house.

Suggested Improvements

A little more MPG with the gas

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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.

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