Used 2009 INFINITI EX35 Consumer Reviews

My ex-35 what a Wonder to drive

Happy with my ex-35. it's fast, great design, safe handling, excellent torque. Except: Spartan leg room space in the rear seating arrangement. Highly suggest infiniti attempt to increase leg spacing at cramped rear seat area. Reliability impressive.

09 EX35 Journey AWD Review

Did lots of research and test drove several competitors and chose the EX and am glad we did! If U R looking 4 a modern, sporty luxurious 5 door hatchback that has sports sedan handling, a powerfully superb V6, useful cargo room and which is easy to enter/exit, thanks to the slightly elevated ride height put this vehicle on your short list. Up front it's roomy and most comfortable (dual power heated seats and dual climate controls). Overall, our EX has proven 2 B an exceptional driving experience every day with some cool tech features thrown in.

Best used car to purchase

I bought a 2008 ex35 journey full option 2.5 years back. Car is 12.5 years old. I love it. Looks amazing. Drives amazing. Never disappoints. I feel I am in a new car till today. No one believes the car is so old. Timeless design. 0 maintainance problems. Just absolutely reliable. I love this car. With 210k kms on the dash, it drives like it came out of the showroom yesterday. Absolutely beautiful powerful and elegant machine. Amazing build. Safe. Quiet. So so so happy to have this car. Its perfect.

This is a great car!

I bought this car after coming back from Iraq. I test drove the g35x but I liked the ex better. I have almost 12,000 miles in the last 4 months. The car is quiet and has great acceleration. I have been pulled over more times for speeding by the police than I have in the last 10 years. The brakes are the best I have ever had in a car.

Sports Car Performance

I've had this now for about 8 months and am very satisfied with it. It has sports car performance and handeling yet still is a mid size SUV. We get around 21 mpg all around and as high as 27 strickly highway driving 65-70. But when you want the power man this thing has got it like you better mean it when you jump on it. Rear seat leg room is very poor but our kids are grone so its not a problem for us. Stereo is a Bose so nothing further to say about that. Ride is great. Everything has been flawess so far. This our 2nd Infiniti and would recomend this vehicle.

It's not a car, it's a spaceship

I've got fully loaded EX35 and I'm glad I did. The car itself is a total pleasure to drive under any conditions - from "endless" acceleration if you floor it to very sharp handling on a curvy road, to very quiet and smooth ride on a regular street or freeway. Extremely quiet cabin and excellent Bose audio with XM makes trips much less tiresome. Cruise control that can literally stop a car when a car in front of it stops is surprisingly useful even on a city street. Voice recognition understands my accent. But above all - give it a little gas to burn and feel acceleration that presses you into the seat - it stays constant while you go from 0 to 80, I don't even feel tranny switching. Yeah!

More fun than FX

This is a fun but luxurious car to drive which is what I wanted as my old gti was too low and dangerous for the mountains of Colorado in the Winter. Needed something I could drive all year but was still fun and wouldn't beat me up for longer drives. Tried a similar year FX and was sadly disappointed. Its possible it needed some front end work as it was used but the salesman who showed me the Ex said he thought I would notice the difference in handling over bumps in the road. He was right it was huge. The Ex also felt quicker and being smaller easier to change directions with. Both vehicles felt miles above the same year Bmw x3 which felt slow and harsher over the bumps. I am single so always just leave the rear seats folded down so the back seat room is a non issue for me. Not sure about the handling in Winter conditions yet as my tires need replacing and hitting icy spots is kind of scary right now. The EX3 is so nice on the highway when I want to pass another car as it accelerates really well. I just wish there wasn't that slight lag before the power comes on but its reasonable. I will say that the old gti with the little turbo was more fun to ring out going up the mountain passes here. The 3.4 6 banger might actually be faster if I want it to be but it just doesn't like to be revved to the max like the little turbo and isn't quite as fun going around the turns but then it is a lot more comfortable doing it. Owned for about 9 months now. Still no problems and still liking it. Not any problems after 3 years. In fact never in the shop yet. sold to my neighbor after 4 1/2 years. Still going strong with no problems. bought a 2017 Q50 cause it had the new 3L twin turbo. Kind of miss the EX35 size and ground clearance though.

Best Infiniti That I Have Owned

I have owed G35 Coupe, G35sedan, G35X sedan, G37 Coupe and now the EX35. I can only say one thing WOW. This car has a great ride, great performance, and is so easy to get around in that I can say it has been the best infiniti thus far. Love the hatch back for easy access. The only improvement would be a little more leg room in the back seats.

Perfect Fit

I made the jump from the Infiniti G35 coupe to the EX35 and as some others have said, the performance and fun-to-drive factors are the same but now I've got a backseat and a trunk. The backseat is a little small for passengers but the front seating area is roomy (I'm 6 ft. 2). The technology features like the push button fold down of rear seats and push button start are enjoyable. Wind noise is a little loud both with the sunroof open or driver/passenger windows down. All in all, I'm happy I purchased this vehicle.

This Crossover/SUV thingy is awesome...

Everyone, I am a car buff. I research cars for months before I buy one. I always buy new cars that are from an awesome manufacturers. I test drive dozens of cars before I buy. I have to say that I love, love, love this car. It is very nice inside. It looks like a Lexus and feels likes a BMW. No joke. The quality is outstanding. The engine rev is awesome. I really like all the technology that this car has with it. The safety is number one in my book. Star ratings of 5 and 4 is very good. I like the look, style, functionality and ease of use for everything. The dual climate control is a must. The NAV and cameras are also awesome. I am very well pleased.

Best Small Crossover

Feels like a bigger vehicle while you're driving.Coming from a Nissan Murano, I can say it feels like driving a rocket ship.Totally beautiful inside and out.Quality and craftsmanship unsurpassed by any other manufacturer.It was worth paying a little more.

Great car- still feels luxurious!

These were very pricy, like all Infiniti's by Nissan motor corp. 12 years later, paint still looks good, only one major repair- the plastic (Yep) radiator exploded at about 100K, My wife's daily driver with 150K on it and the engine is as powerful as ever! Rides a little hard but these were rocket ships! Fastest 0-60 MPH car we've ever owned. This car has been sold.

Pretty peppy

I drive this car like a sports car. While not up to my C7 or GTR, it handles well in the corners and accelerate well from a stop. The only issue I have is front pillars. Somewhat difficult to see around, especially when you are trying to see left in a gradual turn. Have 160K miles on the car and no problems. Only had to change pads, oil, and all the filters. 10 years old, I keep it as a car to transport our 2 dogs. Also, Nissan's Bluetooth phone system sucks.

Good small SUV

I purchased mine used with 30,000 miles in 2012. I am sometimes confused with calling it an SUV because it sits low and looks more like a hatchback. This small SUV has treated me well. It is comfortable, rides well and is comfortable. I have test drove the small BMW's, Benz and Acura. The only car that came close in price was the Acura when you compare the options. The Journey has it all. The only option that is missing is the auto fold mirrors and the rear tail gate lift. You would think as a luxury vehicle this would have that. The back seats are also cramped. However, It is just me so this is not huge concern. I do like the ride, power and the interior looks and features.

Disappointed

I bought this car in June with high expectations. I have been sorely disappointed. Most recently (with 1800 miles on the car) the battery died. The seat warmers also did not work. When they were "fixed" the heat was so low that I could often not even tell the warmers were on. The storage space is really limited and the gas mileage is worse than expected. Infiniti is also a pain to deal with--even as my car was in the shop with problems, Infiniti was more focused on selling me another car than solving my issues. What I like is the styling, engine power and cool features like the rear facing camera. But I really had much higher expectations for this car. Not recommended.

Nice, But.

I've been driving this for a month as a loaner from dealer. Car is a blast to drive. Power is unbelievable and transmission is silky smooth. Wife didn't realize once she was going 100mph. Everyone LOVES the backup cam. Interior isn't huge. Seems equivalent of a Camry. Blind spots are annoying. You have to really turn your head to be sure. Using this car for a road trip with spouse and 3 kids may work, but you will use roof for luggage.

My SUR (Sports Utility Roadster)

I love my SUR. I say this because it has great utility and drives and handles like a roadster. Quick, tight, and fun to drive. Because it is small and like a roadster it lacks some back seat room for passengers. Though I didn't buy it for that purpose, we have figured out how to accommodate and it really hasn't turned out to be a significant issue. MPG (21/27) is another disappointment for a small car but this is the price you pay for the power and that sporty feeling. I love the car, better than most any other I have owned. I strongly would recommend the EX35.

Best car I've ever owned

When my lease was up on the BMW 325i I was interested in something slightly larger with more amenities. I considered the X3 but the price difference for a similarly equipped BMW was roughly 13k so opted for the more elegantly-styled EX35 and cannot be happier. I average 22mpg in heavy city/hills driving so that's not bad given the 305hp V6 performance. Fit and finish is as good as my BMW and having hands-free bluetooth, leather interior, power seats w/ memory, etc. included underscores the point over the $13k difference in the German counterparts. Infiniti has built a great urban-sized crossover with superb styling, performance and features.

E for Excellent

What a great hatchback/wagon/crossover... not sure what to call it. I came from a G35 into this new machine. What a difference! The amenities and features of this car are great. Performance is great when you need it to go, it hauls. Brakes are great as well. It's my daily commuter 80 miles RT, about 65% hwy (75-85mph) and the rest backroad driving at 45-60mph getting 22.5 mpg. For the amount of performance and my semi-hard driving style this is a definite upgrade from my 06 G. Back seat space is not as terrible as you think, drove from NJ to Boston with 3 adults and comfort was not an issue. Great fold down feature for seats, my dog LOVES this car as much as I do. I would recommend to anyone.

2008 Infiniti EX35

Wanted a sports car but needed more function. I found the EX almost as fun to drive as the G37 with a much smoother ride & a semi-useful back seat. Much more refined than Acura RDX & considerably less expensive than BMW X3.

Nice Crossover

Bought it new in 12/08... it's great for wife and I since kids are long gone. We have the back seats down all the time to get enough room for the trips to Costco. The hill in front of our NJ house was awful this winter... snow, snow, ice, ice and more snow. The EX was terrific getting us up the hill to Panera's for breakfast. List price was $40.8K, bought it for $30.5K with no Infiniti financing. $10.3K off the list! Bernie at Ramsey Infiniti was a good guy to work with. So far the MPG is around 19... not bad/not great. We bought the black exterior with the brown interior... good choice. Our family has owned 10 Infinitis from the old slow auto G20's to the new EX. 4 yr/ 60K warranty is great.

Love It

I have been watching this car since it came out last year and test drove one. I really thought it was a little too cramped and too much money - I drove an SUV. Anyhow, my boyfriend kept telling me to try it again when the price came way down, so I asked my dealership if I could take the car for 24 hours and they let me. I was sold after that! I just love it. I drove everything from the Lexus RX, BMW 328 wagon, Outback, Impreza, Acura RDX, Acura TSX, Toyota Venza (nice car, but too big for my needs), Mitsubishi Eclipse. I might have chosen the Outback, but I hate the exterior look and I HATE the red lights.

Luxury and performance - love it!

After 15+ years driving bmws, saabs, and mercs, I had to go Japanese. The true cost of ownership was killing me. I love the look of the European cars, and the way you can really feel the road when you accelerate & corner. So I didn't want to give up performance or styling when giving up euro. And Infiniti didn't disappoint in either category. Wow this car is fantastic. Still in the honeymoon phase (1st month) but I can already tell that I made the right decision. I'm so happy with this car!

Love my EX35

Have had 3 Maximas in a row. Wanted a crossover with 4 wheel drive. Test drove BMW, Lexus, Acura and the EX35. Loved the EX35 as soon as I drove it. Mine is fully loaded. Wondered about the gas - my dealer told me to buy the middle priced gas but have been reading some of you are using the regular-no lead gas. The iPod connection makes it so easy to listen to my favorite music.

Love it!

I bought this car about a month ago and I can't keep my eyes off of it! I love seeing other EX's around and they've become increasingly popular. I feel safe and snug. EX is the perfect size for me..only being 5 feet tall I feel like I'm above everyone, which I love. It's a great amount of space for what I need. It's powerful, beautiful looking, and a gem. I had looked at the EX, X3, Tiguan, Land Rover LR2, and Volvo XC60. I am very happy with my decision and I'm constantly wanting to drive my car.

From a Honda / Toyota Owner

I love the way the EX looks. It is probably one of the best looking vehicles in the entry luxury segment. And with the comparative rarity, you are in the unique position of people staring admiringly at what is essentially a short sporty station wagon. Toyota/Lexus and Honda/Acura have nothing on this car from the looks department. I love the car's split personality. When driven sedately, its like a luxo-crusier. High seating position, fine appointments, quiet ride and good stereo is made for eating thousands of miles in comfort. But when you decide to gun it, the V6 comes alive and pushes you to the back of your seat. And with the excellent handling, it's hard not to want to drive fast.

Fun Fun Fun

Love my car! It is really powerful. I looked forever. This car suits me perfectly. Sporty yet functional!

Infiniti EX = Fun

This has been a fun and good handling car. It has many options and is still relevant in spite of its age. It would be even better if Infiniti had better support for their products beyond 5 years of age.

The most stylish Station Wagon on earth

I bought this car after comparing with BMW X3 and Acura RDX and I believe I made a wise decision. Although both cars did have more space, EX35 is much more appealing to look at and more fun to drive. This car handles and accelerates like a sports car while ride quality matches that of typical luxury sedan and braking power is very strong. I really can't complain about this car beside its lack of space in the back which drives my wife nuts every time since she has to sit in the back with my 2 year old daughter. But I do believe once she gets old enough to be out of her car seat, my wife will stop complaining. I can only barely fit 2 golf bags in the trunk.

My 4th Infiniti w/ 6 cyl VQ Engine

I have owned an I35, FX35 and M35 and now an EX35 because Infiniti makes great cars and provides great service. The best things about my EX and all my Infinitis include good gas mileage on regular no lead fuel, excellent safety features (my FX was destroyed and I walked away) and the fact that I have NEVER had to take any of my cars in for a single warranty claim. My EX is comfortable, powerful and fun to drive. I am a big guy and I am very comfortable in the car. The nav is easy to use and I like the handling and the AWD system that is intuitive and adds to the ride and handling.

Love the new EX

We owned a G35 sedan and was T-boned by a FT-150 Ford diesel truck and totaled my car. I decided to try something different and test drove BMW, Mercedes, and the new 09 Nissan Maxima and I didn't find what I was looking for. Needless to say the Infiniti has spoiled me. Went into the dealership and ended up falling in love with the EX. Great seats, love the ride and the quiet cabin. We ended up getting one that was totally loaded and am so happy we did. Love the visibility when in reverse and absolutely love the iPod capability. I had to come back to the Infiniti, the G35 was like a rock when we were hit by that BIG truck. Me and my 2 1/2 year old walked away without a scratch.

100% worth it!

I used to drive a Lexus IS 300 and was looking to purchase another similar car. Naturally, I was looking at the usual suspects (BMW 3-series, Acura TL, Lexus IS 350). I felt the BMW was overpriced for what I was getting. The new TLs exterior was too overwhelming for me (I'm a petite female). I loved my Lexus IS 300, and truly believe in Lexus as a quality car manufacturer with unbeatable service, but I wanted to try something with a little more edge. I found the perfect balance in the EX! I get a nice drive (like a BMW), with all the bells and whistles (like a Lexus), with a unique exterior. It's my favorite car so far.

Great car!!

We bought our EX about a month ago and all I can say is wow! There is nothing disappointing about this vehicle. It is the most comfortable, quiet, fun to drive vehicle I've owned. Great power in the engine -- there when you need it and also when you just want to have fun. Super stereo sound, love the gadgets - not difficult to figure out and use. Love the voice system and nav. Gas mileage is much better than we thought - avg seems to be 25 mpg which is better than advertised. If you want a fun, small suv (oh and it works great in snow and ice) this is a great choice.

EX instead of a sedan

We are a family with two small children. We were looking to replace a small sedan with a small crossover, something to easily drive and park in San Francisco. We wanted a top safety pick. There are not many cars that have the manufacturer option of both front and rear parking sensors. We found them especially helpful in our minivan. We also wanted HID lights, a small turning radius, and easy access to the rear seats for placing children in car seats.

MY 2008 INFINITI EX35 JOURNEY

Beautiful crossover, lots of power; mileage reasonable, strong engine, smooth 5 speed automatic transmission. The 2008 Infiniti EX35 is the first car I have ever driven that is great on gas, lots of passing power and strong torque. Love it. Car is worth owning.

PROBLEMS GALORE

I purchased my ex35 the first year it was out thinking its an infiniti I would have no problems. I have has several recalls on the car. Very unreliable, the delarship has wrecked it two times, being southwest infiniti! I have 19,000 miles on it and the brakes on the rear have gone out. They have refaced the rotars two times and will not cover this under warranty. Motor in the mirror for the tilt down option has broke, power steering collum has gone out. I had to replace the battery at 6 months old. The list goes on. I WILL NEVER BUY ANOTHER INFINITI. Its supposed to be a luxury brand and its just a nissan! Save your time and headaches!!!

Poor Quality

I have bought Infiniti EX35 in June 2008, since then I have not been happy with the car, the brakes starts creaking 5 days after each service, paid for brake pads a couple of times on recommendations. Still not closure to this problem, apart from this the outer side-view mirrors creak each time i put the car into reverse, the sun-roof vibrates continuously. With the money spent and the so called reliability of the car portrayed has left me in dismay. I think Infiniti could do a better job. Really disappointed.

black diamond

I am totally in love with my new Infiniti

Still a few kinks to work out

I have had my EX for 4 months. I was told by the Infiniti dealer that the car could run on regular gas and that is what I have run. I traded a G35 which I only put premium in for 4 years! I have had no problems with the car running on regular, and was told it would not void my warranty.

Core function of the vehicle is good but thats it.

The car drives through snow and has good handling. However that's about it. It gets poor millage, the plastic siding on the doors starts to fall off, the keys loose their programming and there is no backup way to start the car. Every non-core feature is a disaster and makes the vehicle a miserable thing to own.

gets better as I get older

Noise

The biggest complaint I have for this car is the high-pitch noise every time the car starts and accelerates. This is a pretty common problem according to online forums. Infiniti hasn't fixed it and not one of the service mechanics have heard it. I like to drive without the radio but that's not a possibility because of the noise. I am considering trading in this car for the 2009 Buick Enclave.

Fun but not reliable

I bought my EX35 about a year ago and got a steal on it! I saved tons of money and got the name "Infiniti" to go with it. Although, it has left me stranded two times where it will not start. Roadside assistance has towed it to the dealer where the battery was replaced once and today, they have no idea what is wrong. "Something is draining the battery." My first infiniti and my last. My Honda never left me stranded in 6 years; this one, twice in a year. Very disappointed in this car's reliability. Great low price, but not at the expense of being stranded with a little one.

Great crossover

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.

Awesome

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.

Update on prior 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!

Short people will love it!

Being a former owner of an Infiniti fx35, I eagerly awaited the ex35. I was impressed with virtually everything about the vehicle. The ride was much improved over the choppy, kidney busting ride of my FX. Build quality, materials, everything great. The only thing that kept me from owning one on the spot was the lack of rear seat room. No one except leg children under 5 will be able to ride in the back. A huge disappointment for an Infiniti fan like me. But if you have no friends or kids, this is worth looking at. Also, ground clearance is no better than a car, so forget about offroading, much less jumping a curb in parking lots.

Awesome car pure Luxurious.

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.

A Definite 10

If you are an SUV owner and are thinking of buying this vehicle, you will have to reconsider the definition. Yes, it is a higher off the ground and yes, it has room in the back, but no this car will be more at home at the symphony than in woods. I bought mine a few weeks back -- it's the sweetest, most luxurious ride I've ever had. It's beyond comfortable, techonologically an Einstein and it handles like butta! It is incredibly user friendly and at first I thought it might be too elegant for me, but I got over that quickly. The back seat is not the largest, but it is comfortable. The prem. and nav. package were well worth it. City gas = 18.5 mpg which ain't bad. Great job Infiniti!

Love it

I went from a Navigator to the EX35. I love the handling and the ride is exceptional. The interior is beautful with roomy front driver/passenger area. Yes, the back seats seem short on space but my 6'1" husband said he was very comfortable on a recent trip.