Used 2009 INFINITI G37 Consumer Reviews
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Worth the wait!
Spent 17 months meticulously reading reviews and test driving every car in the entry level luxury class, plus many other categories, before selecting the G37X coupe. Although I bought the car this May, I test drove it during a Michigan snow storm, and have a strong impression of its road grip-handling during both good and very poor road conditions. This car is superb by all measures. It's exterior lines are eye catching and interior refinements are topnotch. Fuel economy is better than I had anticipated, as I'm averaging 21 MPG of mostly city driving. Not too shabby! This car is awesome.
2009 Infiniti G37x Coupe
Great performance, firm ride, easy to use controls, it feels secure and comfortable. Well designed interior and exterior. It feels like you're driving a piece of art. Averaging 20 mpg, have seen 25 on the highway.
- x CoupeMSRP: $8,49197 mi away
- x SedanMSRP: $10,995127 mi away
- Journey SedanMSRP: $12,995157 mi away
Tony'scar
This is the best sedan i have owned, in the same league as a BMW 335i, but cheaper when equipped the same. It's a sport sedan the rear seat is a little tight.
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What a Great Car
I have the 09 G37S coupe with the premium and sport package. What a car. I really cannot find anything to criticize. I also have a 08 911TT Cab so I know cars and power etc. The fit and finish is excellent and the interior is great. Some people criticize the 7speed auto, but honestly, I don't know why and the same goes for the interior. One feature that is cool is the music box with the 9+ GB harddisk. At first I thought it was worthless, but once you have loaded in all your CDs, no more carrying around CDs. If you have to have more status, want to pay thousands more and get less, then by all means buy a Lexus or BMW. The dealer treats you like a king, no begging for loaner.
Glad I Picked This One
Just bought two days ago. Was insistent on purchasing the BMW 335i con. until I drove this car. It had me at hello. I love everything about it. Of course, it has only been two days. If first impressions count, this car is now my baby, and my 5 year old has been upgraded from my baby to my little boy.
G37!
Coming from a '06 G35 6MT sedan (w/ sport and premium) - I thought I would miss the VLSD and 6MT. The 7AT and VQ37VHR more than make up for it. This engine is more powerful and more refined. The power band is excellent, and power is always ready. I love being in 7th gear, and doing 2600 rpm at 80mph - averaging over 29MPG. The cabin is quieter over the G35, and feels roomier. My sun shade from the G35 fits on the G37, BONUS!! I was looking at the ISF, C63, G8 GXP, and 330. I wanted a sporty sedan that wasn't too big. The e55 would have been too big. The G37 gave me everything I wanted, at a wonderful price.
Love This Car
What a fun car. Sexy lines, smooth and powerful. Got Pacific Sky with Stone. Base, prem, navi, chrome sport package wheels, rear deflector. Researched for a year, waiting on latest models. For us the Infiniti beat out the BMW's, Lexus was no comparison, 370Z, and MB. Also, really wanted a hard top for all weather and noise reduction. Have had trouble with the seat belts getting caught by the door but unbuckled them from the leather strap on the seat to let them retrac all the way. Pain reaching back for it but better. Planning a 2k mile trip first of Spring, can't wait to pop the top and go.
Awesome sedan
Overall, I am extremely satisfied with my 2009 Journey sedan. This thing is fast and handles really well. The dials and controls are mostly intuitive. I like that you don't have to use the scroll wheel to control the stereo and climate controls. The voice commands for the Bluetooth integration work pretty well, but some of the prompts are a little long to get through.
It's Mostly Good
I've had this car for 3 months, 2000 miles. Overall, great car. Comfortable, good performance, great fit and finish. Getting 20-21 mpg mostly city driving. Nitpicks... While the seating is comfortable, the head room is tight. Unless I sit near the bottom of seat height adjustment, my heads hits the roof, I'm 5' 11". Bose radio is good, not great. Transmission lower gears are not well matched, winds up to quickly going, jerky when slowing down.
What happened Infiniti??
Having driven a 2006 G35 coupe for the past 3+ years, I thought the new G37 coupe was an obvious choice when looking for a new car. I would get the driving experience I LOVED from the old car and more gadgets and features than an electronics show in Vegas. I was sorely mistaken. The transmission in this car searches for gears like Indiana looking for the Holy Grail. The steering is so loose that any imperfection in the pavement sends it all over the road. Driving it is a maddening endeavor; I feel like I am always trying not to break it or push it over the edge!!! I have called the dealer and while they assure me this is normal operation, I have an appointment for Friday.
Ultimate Driving Experience
Doesn't get any better than this. Coming from a Ford Explorer to an Infiniti is like eating spam for 4 years and then moving up to caviar! I checked out the Mercedes C Class, the Acura TL, Lexus IS and BMW 3 Series and none of them comparable to what my Infiniti is. The handling is great, it's F-A-S-T for a sedan and has everything I need. Other people complained that the doors not locking automatically but mine do so maybe it's just the Journey model that does so. If I could change anything, I would have gotten the model with all the bells and whistles (Nav, Bluetooth, etc.) but again, I was coming from an Explorer lol.
Love this car
Test drove an Audi A4, Acura TL, BMW 328 and Lexus ES 350. I found the G37x the best combination of performance, comfort and value. This car is fun to drive. I've owned it for a couple of months now, and I still look forward to driving it. I couldn't decide if I should upgrade to the high tech package, but I am very happy I did. The high tech package adds to the overall enjoyment of driving this car. After reading about how poor the fuel efficiency is, I was not expecting much. While it's certainly not great, its not that bad. Unless your expectations are for something that would cost tens of thousands more, you will not be disappointed with this car.
Love the Car--Hate the Cupholders
I have had my convertible for over a month. I have been waiting for it since Feb. I LOVE everything about it, except the cuphold situation-- or more accurately, the lack of good cupholders. I ordered the manual version and test drove the automatic. Different cupholders! Also, my average gas mileage is about 17.1 mpg. I would love to get the advertised 19-21mpg. I'm still learning all the features to the car, but I am totally enjoying the navigation system and phone/iPod connection. Also, the speakers in the headrest is the best. I will say that the Lexus has more trunk space with the top down than the Infiniti. I only have room for an umbrella and a baseball hat in the trunk.
Does it come better?
Looking and researching the G's from the previous body style I took a dive for this one, and believe me, it's 180 degree turn from their previous model. Like said before, gotta get the packages. I have the 4wheel active steer pkg (takes corners at whatever speed without body role... good investment), premium, navigation, tech pkg (intelligent cruise control). The shifting and acceleration is as sporty and amazing as driving a little 2dr lotus!! Braking is as smooth and effective as a $100K automobile... and the best part, it's a quiet, sleek, quality car... without shouting for attention like the MB, BMW etc!
A car everyone will love!
Just got my new G37 convertible and I LOVE it. Thought about the new Lexus convertible, but didn't like the way it looked. The Infiniti is completely awesome. Great power and all the bells and whistles. The Infiniti dealership treated me like I was some kind of superstar. I'll never buy another car anywhere else. I'm impressed with the car, the service and the dealership. What more could you ask for? I'll have this car for a long time.
Germans do it better
I am at 5800 miles on my G and can't wait to get rid of it. Worst transmission I've ever driven. The car lurches forward on downshifts, sometimes it hesitates rendering manual and DS positions useless. Even passengers notice the sloppy shift pattern in automatic. When I took it back to the dealer to repair the tranny he told me "it's the way it's supposed to shift. You're not driving a Lexus". Hmm. Do yourself a favor and get a German car or hey, how about a Lexus?
Avoid This Car
I hate this car. Every day is misery because I made the mistake of buying this car. You'll love it on the test drive. It's fast. It corners like the road is flypaper. You can smoke a Corvette C5 every time. I love a fast car, so why do I hate this one so much? Lets start with the electronics. The traction control is a menace. You have to turn it off or it will rob you of horsepower just when you need it. Not because you're about to lose it, I haven't figured out why it kicks in. The A/C is horrific. I cannot tell you how much I hate the A/C system in this car. It will not blow hot air out of the upper vents. There's nothing wrong with it, it just won't do it. Even on manual control, I can get luke warm air at best. My hands are cold you evil Infiniti engineers, not my feet. My feet have socks. I don't drive in gloves. You pick a temp and it is supposed to keep the car at the temp. It doesn't. It is always blowing super cold A/C at you, it just turns the fan down. This angers me greatly. I'm always freezing in this car. And good luck getting just fresh air. You have to turn the automatic system off and fool with the darn thing every 2 minutes. And it still tries to blow cold A/C at you. The front seat is a torture device. The seat won't go low to the floor like a seat in a sports car should. It's more like a truck or SUV driving position. I can only drive it for about an hour before my legs are in agony. The finish on the interior is junk. Just junk. The dash cracked. The faux metal accents are junk. They don't clean well and scratch far too easily (as compared to a Lexus). The power port in the dash went bad. Too scared to try and fix it. Last time I tried to fix something electrical in this car the A/C system decided to not work, at all. (Which was actually preferable.) Mechanically it has been good except for the front hubs went bad at just 100k. If I could undo just one decision I've made in my life, it would be to go back in time and NOT BUY THIS CAR!
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Should have bought the BMW
I've had my G37x coupe for about 8 months and I can't believe I'm writing a negative review. The car was awesome for the first 10k miles. However, lately it's just been one issue after another. I went out to my car this morning and saw rust on the trunk right below the rear spoiler. Yes rust after < 1 year on a car that costs $45k. I couldn't believe it. We'll see how the dealer handles it. In additions to the rust, the car has developed multiple squeaks from the center console and right dash area. The ipod connector has begun to randomly show my iphone as disconnected even though it's plugged in. The driver's seat is also starting to bubble (common issue)
Not For City Slickers
Great car overall, but the clutch pedal is a bit too heavy for regular city stop and go driving. I live in Philly and all Infiniti dealers are located in the suburbs. The suburban test drive and the back roads that showed off the handling really didn't reveal how tiring the clutch pedal would become in the city environment where I reside. I have a 2006 Honda Element with manual trans that is a pleasure to drive in the city with its light clutch and precise shift action. It's very, very similar to the BMW 3 Series that I recently test drove. If I could have driven the Infiniti in the city for a day or two I probably would not have purchased it despite its other wonderful virtues.
Excellent workmanship. Poor engineering.
Excellent workmanship. Poor engineering. Loud engine and road noises. Bad reflection of dash to windshield from sun and dash lights. Must take vehicle to dealer to check transmission fluid. Vehicle does not track well on straightaway road and requires constant steering. At 70 mph, tach rpm is 2300 whereas, it should be less than 2000 for better mileage. Previous owned Acura TL, type S, a superior vehicle to this one.
Smooth Ride
Smooth, powerful ride. Definitely a lot of car for a great price. With other comparisons such as the Audi S4 with a very similar engine, it's a great choice and handles great in the snow with AWD.
2 many shortcomings?
Got this G37 as a less expensive but highly touted alternative to BMW. Driven it 300 miles. Very strong engine & handling and road feel the equal of any BMW 3 or 5. Nav system controls are way too busy & confusing. The show stopper for me is the drivers seat. Good adjustable lumbar support, but very hard bottom to the point of being painful after 30 mins. Driver seat adjustments are also difficult to access & didn't help my 6'2" frame even though the leg room is very adequate. Good news is that Inifiniti is customer focused & letting me swap the G for the larger M with better seating without penalty. Thanks Infiniti.
The X coupe rocks!
I’ve owned this car for a little over 6 months, and so far it’s been an amazing car. The power is phenomenal, it is above its weight class considering it’s closest competitor is the BMW 335i, which it does a great job of keeping up with and it’s 10x more reliable (believe me, BMWs aren’t reliable. That’s the reason i needed a new car). You have to remember that these are Nissan engines, they’re basically bulletproof. The style, some people don’t like the design of the grill and the entire front end. I actually really like it, i think that it exudes performance and professionalism. Yes it will whoop up on most cars that try to race it at a stop light, but your boss won’t be pissed off when he has to ride with you to lunch one day. The interior is comfortable, really snug in the back but that’s to be expected with a sports coupe. The big bulky seats in the front are really comfortable and the drivers side has a great driving position. Storage is kinda few and far between, not many nooks and crannies. While the rear seats do fold down, the tunnel is still pretty small. The trunk is really shallow, and not great for storing many groceries. Some things I would change about the car are; Bluetooth (I have an ‘09, I believe they added it shortly after), with 7 gears (I have an auto :(...) it revs really high and is very hard to “carefull”. It is very peppy and it will let you know it.... it’s also quiet heavy, so it’s not quite as nimble as a small bmw.- furthermore, I would highly recommend this car to anyone looking for a lower priced, fast, reliable coupe.
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Nice car and everything about it, is overall great
Let me mention, the owners manual is missing, the cigarette lighter Near the ashtray in the console does not work, there were many scratches on the car that were covered with black wax buffering. As time goes forward, because of the weather, everytime it had rained, it was like a new scratch was revealed. That really upsets me. Haha but really the car rides great. I have taken it on an eight hour drive up and eight hour drive back. The car is super smooth, and the drive is very promising. Everybody, including myself love the look with the rims. I decided to put down custom mats and seat covers. They definitely look great. For some reason the afs off and vdc off light comes on, but I believe that Is so probably because the aftermarket rims. Alll good. Anyways on the other hand, I am selling my 2012 silver Honda Accord with a clean title for $13,210.00 or b/o. The accord has been maintained very thoroughly over the last 10 years. Drives great. And really the music I got with the car had been great. I also figured out the Bluetooth. I really never was able to get to it with the Honda but that’s my dad’s car, ok. I got some advice for you. Take a short drive. First I want you to youtube the song numb bass boosted by marshmallow and Khalid. Bluetooth connect your phone to the car. Turn the bass and the treble and the volume up loud. Pull out a drive. Also press play. Enjoy 😉.
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Great car, Poor dealership
Purchased the preowned G37 from Infiniti of Gwinnett (Atlanta). The car is amazing, the dealership stinks. Very deceitful!
G37 sedan with premium package
Overall a great car. This is my second Infiniti, first being the g35. This is a big step forward. The car is beautiful both in and out. Very comfortable and fun to drive. I looked at this as well as the BMW 335i and walked away with this car mostly based on price. Being nit picky, I will say that the car needs just a little more refinement in the brakes and engine department. The brakes are very touchy. not too smooth. The engine is great but you feel the shifts too much. There is also a good 2 to 2.5 second delay between pedal mash and power to the wheels at highway speed.
I'm Picky & I'm Impressed
Turned in my FX45 on this new G37xS. It is stunning. The driving experience is pretty incredible. The comfort is quite good, the features are very complete, the size and packaging are good, and the electronics are excellent. As you would expect, the performance envelope is outstanding. Excellent power throughout the rev range. Brakes are strong and easy to modulate. Handling is responsive and sporting without being at all punishing. After 2 months and about 4000 miles I love this car. My G is fully optioned and very comfortable. Not a single item on the punchlist for the dealer. Everything works as it should and fits properly. My MPG to date is about 19, but my foot is heavy.
Great driving experience
I am the proud owner of this 2009 G37 and so far I love it. I try to find excuses to go somewhere just so I can drive it. This car is FAST. I have to be careful so I don't get a ticket. I usually keep it in "D" mode to tame the horses and for better fuel economy. I average about 22mpg in city driving. The navigation and premium packages were well worth the upgrade. This car is just a dream to drive.
G37xS with Nav
I was looking for a pre-owned Lexus GS350 or M35x Infiniti but ran into trouble finding low mileage examples and the new ones were too expensive. I actually thought the Ininiti G and the Lexus IS were too small. One day while waiting to test drive a pre-owned M the sales rep suggested I test drive a new G. I did and it was love at first drive. It is one of the most solid cars I have ever driven, has plenty of power and all of the controls for the Nav, sound system, phone, etc are extremely easy to use. Once you get to use the controls a short time you can figure out how to use all of the functions without referring to an instruction booklet. This car is more than a 3 series and much cheaper!
A dream to drive
My first Infiniti and I have no desire to buy another car, ever. No complaints: Fun to drive; Comfortable; Roomy; FAST; Beautiful :)... LOVE the safety features & technology pkg. (where has this back-up cam been all my life??). Also, the Infiniti dealership was the best car-buying experience I've ever had.
Compare to others & you'll want this G!
Just had a 07 G35 and "upgraded" to the 09 G37 & couldn't be happier. The 09 has a bit more acceleration, better hwy MPG and the deals they're offering it's the best bang for the buck in performance sedans right now. The 7 spd Auto in the 09 (compared to the 5 spd in the 07-08) really helps w/ fuel economy. I've already noticed a 2mpg increase on the hwy and the motor isn't really broken in yet. The 7 spd tends to hunt a bit more for gears in speeds under 30 mph but I know there's a Tech service bulletin to have a trans reflash to smooth the shifts, so that'll be taken care of.
Excellent value
I initially wanted a CTS. The G37x for me was the best value, has excellent expected reliability (3rd year in production also tends to work out some early-production bugs), and leaves the other cars in the dust when it comes to acceleration. My numerical ratings may have been overly harsh, but when you look at its competitors (not considering price), the G37x is a bit rough around the edges.
What a car
Just got this car yesterday for 4k under invoice price, what a steal! It's a nice car and well balanced with sport and luxury. Dream car and only 20 dollars more for insurance from accord coupe to G37. Buy it and you won't regret!! I love it and I would just sit in there for like hours and smile like stupid.
Good but not the Best
My first time I have Inifiniti G37 Coupe, it was fun to drive... a good horse power, but it's for sure not a gas friendly car, I have seen avg 14Mpg to max 20 Mpg, and the sport model type have a noisy tires until you get used to it. Small seats, it's made for big people. It has a good features. I'm enjoying it but I won't buy it again if I was asked to buy it.
2009 G37xS Top Choice
This is my first all-wheel drive car. In the past I was a rear-drive enthusiast - I've owned 3 BMW's and most recently a 2003 Infiniti G35S. The ride is top quality and the car is one of the best I have driven. I was initially concerned that the weight of the AWD would hurt the handling and acceleration. The impact is really minimal vs. the S version, but I live in the snow belt. Even on an icy road, it's very hard to spin the wheels - great traction! I was also concerned that the sport seats would be a bit tight, but after driving for a few days, I was convinced that they are an excellent choice (unless you are over 210 lbs.). Overall, I am very pleased.
How cool is this?
A perfect mix of fun, luxury and practicality. BMW 5 features, size and performance for a tad over 40K. Most car for the money on the road.
What a great car!
Just got my G37 w/Premium, Nav packages and love it! Fun to drive, looks great, fit and finish are outstanding. Couldn't ask for a better value. I am looking forward to many years of driving fun with this great car.
G37X
I just turned in a 2006 FX. I loved that car because it had versatility and handled like a sports sedan. When I went back to the Infiniti dealership to check out an '09 FX, the new version just didn't whet my appetite. Too exotic maybe. I test drove a G37X and wow! Now that's a sports sedan! I gave up some storage and SUV driving height, but came away with a rocket ship on wheels, that is as tight as a drum. I had test driven a BMW 328X also and this car is as tight as that but with ample more power. The 328 is not even in the same class power wise.
No better car for the money
I was looking for a daily driver that would be "fun to drive" and comfortable on my daily 60 mile commute. I found it. Under $50 there is no better car... the TCS and AWD make for a great combo. The ride is stiff but comfortable. The interior is warm and inviting but has a "fighter jet cockpit". I hate Bose (Clarion) technology, however this OEM system is not bad.
Everything and more..
Have had this car about a month with 1800 miles on it and I love it. It's the best of both worlds, you can just cruise or drive it hard and it responds flawlessly no matter what! The 7AT helps with the gas mileage and is fun to drive in the manual mode! Coming from a Maxima I expect the same reliability as well.
My second sport model G
Just took delivery today of an '09 white G37S to replace my 07 G35s. These are the first automatics I've ever owned, and I was so impressed I skipped the 6MT option. I had the Tech/Nav/Sport options on the 07, and insisted on them for the new car, which made it very difficult to locate, but the adaptive lighting and dynamic cruise are so helpful I could not imagine having a car without them. I test-drove Audi, BMW, Acuras and even used Boxsters to try finding anything better than the old G, but was unable to fall in love with anything else. The white is much better looking than the old Lakeshore slate G35S, plus the improved performance - what is not to like?
They continue to impress and amaze me
I've driven Infiniti's since 1993. 16 years of nothing but good things to say. The G37X is as good as it gets. Splurge for the Navigation - the other goodies that come with it make it a bargain. If the economy was better, these would be selling like hotcakes - there would be a waiting list. Check out the reviews, Car and Driver, Consumer Reports, etc. It is a no brainer and nothing touches it bang for the buck - the perfect car if you want performance and technology with a side of practicality.
My 1st G
This car overall is a great car for its class and price. It's fun to drive. great acceleration, Braking is very good, can be touchy at first but one gets used to it. I had the car for 9 months and put on 30,000 miles my gas mileage averages at 23 mph combo city/highway and I have gotten 26 mph straight highway. I have gotten as low as 10 mph, but then again this is a 330 hp car with AWD and that's what happens when you go full throttle of the line. Gas mileage for this car considering the weight, power, and the AWD, is very good and as expected. If buying this car for fuel economy then you are looking at the wrong car. If you're looking for some driving fun, then this is the car.
G37 Coupe with Premium, Sport, Nav, Tech
I test drove 11 different vehicles from 9 different manufactures, finally selecting the G37 for its overall combination of price, performance, looks, and overall sexiness. Reaction to the car is a mixed bag from men. However every woman who has come into contact with mine has loved it, some enough to walk up to me in the store and rave about it. When you decide to get on it hard, the rear end breaks free a little sooner then you would expect, but in a very controllable and forgiving manner. This makes it very easy to drive fast, pushing it until the back end starts to drift out and hold the line. From someone who normally despises automatics, the seven- speed in the G37 is phenomenal.
G37x, a well rounded sport sedan.
Comfortable driver's seat, plenty of room in front, great features. Rear seats are a bit tight but the rear headroom is fine. Handles, steers, stops and accelerates extremely well and is very fun to drive. The controls for bluetooth, nav, climate and audio features are intuitive and easy to use. The backup camera is fantastic. Gas mileage is not great, but it's a heavy car with 328 hp so that's to be expected. Very solid construction and well executed interior.
Having some fun!
Have been driving my G37S for 2 months - still putting a smile on my face! Acceleration with the manual transmission is a hoot, and sport suspension / handling is fabulous. Looked at the BMW 335, and besides the fact that there wasn't a single non- black manual transmission to be found ANYWHERE, and the fact that the same features would be $10k more, and the fact that it doesn't have that awesome Bose sound system, the G37 Sport 6 speed was still my favorite. Even fit the kids in the back, so it's practical, too (ok, I'm a roadster convert, so it's all relative). I LOVE this car!
G37 x sedan premium and nav package
This car is amazing. I test drove the mercedes benz c300, bmw 3 series, lexus is250 and of course infiniti g37. The g37 was by far my favorite. It's fast and luxurious. With the highest horsepower in its class this car was an easy choice considering all the standard features.
Not one to over-look!
Great all-around luxury/sports sedan. Plenty of power is there throughout the powerband. Transmission responds when you want it to, yet is smooth in nearly all driving conditions. All- wheel drive is great in rainy conditions and light snow. Getting around 23-27 mpg in city and highway mix with normal driving habits (depending on the mix of city verses highway miles and how hard I drive the car). Recently got 31.2 mpg with cruise set at 58 mpg on eastern shore of MD! Handling is great without S trim - no need to upgrade unless you really want a bit more performance for the extra $. Nice standard technology and luxury with more toys and comfort features available if you want them.
Great but needs some work
Love the car, having some small issues, wondering if I'm the only one. Had two experiences when I got to the car and it was dead....had great difficulty in jumping it, going back to dealer again this week...I think it's a key/chip recognition matter. But the car's a hoot to drive.
Better choice
I love this car. It has power, speed, good gas mileage and fun to drive. I think it is better value than Audi, BMW, Acura when you compare specs and price. My suggested improvement items may be already available depending on the option package. I have premium package and feel those should been added as standard item.