Used 2007 INFINITI M35 Consumer Reviews
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I love this car!
I read a lot of reviews and test drove this car twice, along with the BMW 540i, Audi A4, Acura TSX, and Lexus GS350. This is by far my favorite of all of them. It is just as fun to drive, handles great, but has the benefit of an amazing interior design. The navigation is by far the best I've ever seen in any car, voice controls work well, and it has a very easy to use interface. I would recommend this car to anyone who is willing to spend the money for a luxury sports sedan. Bravo Infiniti for producing yet another great vehicle!
Still holds up to its promise
Car brings everything it has promised, 2 and a half years later. The performance is outstanding. I have had no problems whatsoever with this vehicle. The car accelerates with ease, handles beautifully at high and low speeds and is one of the most enjoyable vehicles I have ever driven. The ESC and lane departure features keep you safer and I love the GPS. Bought my son a Garmin for his car, and still think mine is better. I love the Bluetooth! I can hear everyone and they hear me. Easy to answer, easy to call and again makes the vehicle safer with the hands off. I would buy this car again and recommend it without hesitation.
A Very Well Thought Out Design
I drove all the competitors. It came down to three: Lexus GS 350, MB E-Class and the M35. After driving all of them back to back several times, in different conditions and roads, I liked a fully loaded M35 the best and it started out in 3rd place. As I spent more time with each, the strong and weak points became more apparent. As I became more familar with each car the following is what made the M stand out. Size and comfort of seats. Flexibility of driver positions, due to more head room. More backseat legroom. User friendly instrument panel. It is fun and a pleasure to drive. Also see below. A trip to L.A from S.F. gave 23 mpg round trip w/ mixed driving. One way 24 mpg @ 75mph.
Happy Camper
This is a brand new 2007 M35 that had been hanging around the dealer's lot for a while. Not sure why. Perhaps the color, Crimson Roulette. Whatever, it is a great car with every feature I could want (and some I didn't know I wanted or needed). The car came equipped with both the technology and advanced technology package. The surround sound system is OK, the navi is very good, and the overall comfort level is excellent. The ride and the handling is great and loads of fun when taking on the Napa Valley mountain curves. Overall, a great buying experience and a great car.
Drivers Choice
In the past I have driven an average of over thirty thousand miles per year.I have owened an sts 1998graet car but I buned out the engine in 67,000 miles despite changing the oil every 3000 miles, Bmws are great but do not hold a candle to this Infinty.The closest car in handling to this in my experience was an Alfa Romeo with a DEDION Suspension.Maybe it is current new technolgy.I tried many cars in this class none handled as well,
Great vehicle
The seats are exceedingly comfortable. The handling is fabulous for a 4000 lb vehicle. 6 speeds would be better for gas mileage. I average 20.5 in mixed driving. The transmission does downshift too readily, but you can override this with the manual. Bluetooth and nav are great and easy to operate. Don't use monosyllabic words/names for voice recognition with phone calls, it likes to substitute numbers sometimes. Great vehicle!
I like it a lot.
I trade cars every year or less, and in the past few years I have had 2 Lexus (ES & GS), 2 BMWs (5 & 3) and a Jaguar XJ8. I will take this Infiniti over any and all of them. It seems to me to have more room, is more comfortable, quieter, and has more and better features.
M35: Expensive to run but fun!
I moved up from a 2004 Infiniti I30 to the 2007 M35. The M35 is more fun, much more powerful, and has great features like the voice commands and bluetooth. But it is a bear when it comes to gas consumption. It gets only 18 miles per gallon on the highway and 15 mpg in the city. The bluetooth often disengages even though used with a recommended cellphone. Conclusion: I should have bought the I30 that I was leasing which had only 13,000 miles at the end of a 39 month lease!
Great Car
I LOVE the M35. Not only is it sporty, but it is also a quality luxury car! It has a smooth ride with great amenities to boot. I was amazed/disappointed that there was no button to access the gas tank, however! Additionally, the fan control should either be added to the steering wheel or be closer to the driver's side. It isn't easily accessed!
Lovely car
This is a great car to own. Very very smooth drive and beautiful interior design. Seating in the buckets seats feel very comfy. The only negative mark is the fragility of the outside body. You should expect a lot scratches and bumps.
For what you get its a good buy
We just purchased an M35x with AWD. So far we are satisfied with this car. It's fun to drive, the engine is extremely powerful, and it's very comfortable. Compared to other sedans in its class the M is probably the best value for your dollar. It has a high resale value (not that we want to get rid of it) and it's got all the features that the competitors offer for a much better price. So far the only complaint with this car is the gas mileage. But that was to be expected and so it doesn't come as a shock. So overall I would say that this is a great car. We already have one SUV so a sedan with AWD is just what we needed.
2007 Infiniti M35
Purchase based in part on Consumer Reports review. Considered BMW 535 and MB E-350. No defects to date. Outstanding GPS user interface to all electronic functions. So intuitive no need to read the manual. Laser speed control is absolutely wonderful and works perfectly in all kinds of traffic. Front seats are perfect for 6 footer. Handles like you're riding on rails. Excellent self centering of steering on the highway. Excellent acceleration. 21 MPG. Stereo a bit weak in highs. Road noise need reduction. Brakes are perfect. Add a sixth gear and reduce the RPM (gear ratio) in top gear on highway. Love the rear view camera, exc fit and finish, beautiful design. Would buy again.
Fun
M35 for 22 months: Pearl with tan interior (looks larger than the darker ones). Get a bra. Still feels new. Can't wait to drive it every morning. Wax it once a week. Better at high speeds - 100 MPH sneaks up on you. Plenty of HP - makes you want to do things you shouldn't. Mileage better than expected: 20 MPG around town (40% fwy 60% surface streets); 26 MPG averaging 79 MPH Chino to Vegas or Fresno. Really fun on Interstate 15 past Barstow. E350 , 525i RL and A6 were the other choices. Glad I got the M35. What would I add? 6th gear for the highway Automatically locking/unlocking doors.
Take a long test drive
The car feels like it was designed to impress car testers rather than real world driving. I traded from a 10 year old BMW 540i and would take the old car back in a minute. The V8 BMW got 20% better gas mileage and rode better. The M handles better than the BMW but at the cost of a very harsh ride, loud tire noise and VERY twitchy steering. The car has no "on center" feel and you have to constantly apply steering input to keep it going straight which is very tiring after an hour of driving. Considering the price, I can live with everything but the steering. Make sure you take a long drive on the freeway before buying. Otherwise a great car $10000 cheaper than the competition.
Well Rounded Automobile
I own a Journey model M35 and the performance is very responsive to the throttle and steering wheel. I enjoy the sport-luxury impression of the front display and the comfortable seating for front and rear passengers.
2007 infiniti M35 x AWD
Excellent vehicle for the price. Drives very nice. Excellent acceleration. Nice fit and finish and comfort. Excellent navigation and sound system. Well built. Good brakes. Spacious inside. Slightly noisy engine. Gas mileage not so good.
Luxurious yet fun
Only have 2000 miles on it but am loving it. Gas mileage is terrible but I knew that before purchase. Excellent interior, very impressive. Exterior not as unique but still nice. Very happy with the buy. No other equivalent car at this price point.
Fun car, mileage horrible
Purchased an M35 with the Journey and Tech packages in early September. Just hit 1500 miles. This is a fun car to drive. The gas mileage is horrible (worse than some SUVs). Sticker said 18 mpg in city, even with very gentle driving I only get 15 or 16 mpg. Road noise and engine noise are a little more than I expected but not bad. Could use an extra gear. If you step on it to pass at 65 mpg, you're not really going to go anywhere fast.
Not what I hoped for
This car reviewed well and was available used at a good price. On brief test drive it seemed like a BMW 5 series clone and we bought it, anticipating a BMW like car with better reliability. It pleased for a while, but eventually began to feel like a big washy boat when being driven. We also noticed the price we pay for the exceptional headroom inside is a high roof and less front visibility over the hood. This is a good car but I am still paying for it and my wife has already lost her fascination with it. A BMW it ain't, in spite of reviews comparing them. Now I don't know what to aspire to, since BMW has been producing a technically clunky car lately that doesn't crash test well.
Fantatsic Car (Almost)
Purchased a black M35 with Journey package 10 months ago after looking at Lexus, BMW, MB and Acura. M35 is the best car for the money. Fun to drive. Exterior styling while not "special" still gets a lot of looks. Sneaks up to 85 mph+ with no effort (feels like driving 70 mph). There is an annoying high frequency rattle in the display screen area while traveling on a rough highway such as Texas' "chip and seal" surface. The dealer has not been able to correct the rattle without tearing down the dashboard. Otherwise the car has been fantastic during its first 13,000 miles. Mileage has been low as expected (~18 mpg city, ~24 mpg highway).
M35X AWD
Car has 800 miles on it and I was surprised to be getting 21 MPH. Performance is very good and I enjoy all the electronic features.
Awesome Ride
What a fun car to drive I have a big smile on my face when driving my M35. We have tested the X3, Volvo S80, MDX, Avalon, GS 350 and the M35 was the best bang for the buck, roomier then most others in the same class. It seems like that most carmakers make the cars smaller and smaller hope that Infiniti stays with their roomier layout I love the Lexus GS but it is too small for me. I am getting AVG of 20.6 mpg will try manual shifting see if I get a better mileage. I tinted the windows and it looks so cool, this car rocks.
The Car For the Money
Bought a used 07 M35x 2 weeks ago after an exhaustive search. The highs are interior, front seat room (lots of headroom for me 6'6" - better than SUVs!!). Fun to drive - tight. Looks great with the possible improvement being the rear. Things to improve. Nav: my garmin is much better. Bluetooth doesn't understand any voice commands (Go Home = Call Mom). I get 21 mpg not great but knew that going in. What makes this car very desirable is 60k mile warranty, tops in reliability and Consumer Reports rating the unchanged 08 model as 2nd only to the LS 460. Bought mine for $31.5k with 19k miles. Couldnt be happier. Using regular gas with no knocking. Tight handling/low clearance.
M35x Black/Black fully loaded
This is a great car, fully up-to-date with all the right gadgets. Love the dashboard. The kids love the rear entertainment. Bose sound system is quite amazing for a car, especially with the dvd-audio discs. It (read: the V6) is a bit noisy when on full trottle, but very quick accelleration in return. Battery drained twice, one time when I left the car lights on, the other when I somehow did not close it properly in my garage. All in all a very decent car. As a European I wouldn't say its 100% up to the built quality of Audi/BMW/Mercedes, however it makes up in being fully loaded at $55k. Fuel economy is fairly poor, but at $2.5 0/gallon its ok (vs $8/gallon in Europe). Highly recommended.
It's a keeper
I have 17,000 miles and now my wife wants one. Now getting 26+ mpg on the highway at 70 mph but in town is 16 even when I drive like a grandpa.
Great car but needs some work
I have 6K miles on it and have enjoyed every mile that I've driven. Ivory pearl with tan leather and wood looks beautiful, but the leather gets dirty very quickly. The car handles great and when you go too crazy, the stability control kicks in just in time. I had to replace the windshield after 300 miles because the first rock that hit it caused a crack all the way across.
The First 9000 Miles
We really are happy with this car. It's quick off the blocks and handles beautifully...especially on our narrow, hilly and curvy country roads. It's very snug and tight and comfortable with good ergonomics. Great sound system. Lots of room for four adults. We've put on 9000 miles in the first 4 months. No problems whatsoever. All the whistles and bells work fine. Particularly like the TV that shows what's behind you when backing up. A solid A-Plus for this car. Great fun to drive. Power to spare! A real head- turner.
2nd time around just as good
This is my 2nd M35X. My first was a 2006. I got that in 2008 with 26k miles after someone totaled my Lexsus GS300. This car was far superior in handling and finish. I put on another 250k miles for a total of 276k miles. It never gave me any issues. It was simply the best car i have ever owned. I knew that i was pushing my luck at over a quarter million miles so when a 2007 model came up with 76k miles i bought it. This new (old) car is just as sweet to drive. I almost bought a M37 but I'm so happy to be with what i consider an old friend in the comfort and confidence i have in driving this car. Might possibly be one of the best and most underrated cars ever made. Don't forget that Consumer reports gave it the best in class two years in a row for 2005 and 2006.
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Love my 07 M35 sport.
Bought this car from my dad with just over 200k miles, been lovingly cared for since 07 and runs like a beast. Not only does she have the perfect combo of engine noise and a quiet non-flashy exhaust but looks stunning even in her older age. No major issues other than an ac compressor fail ($1500) but everything practical has run excellent. Engine burns oil and I have to add a 1/4 quart every 1k ish miles and only get about 17.2 mpg. But the v6 sounds are drives great leaving slow drivers in the dust. Definitely recommend for new or returning drivers.
Best Luxury car for the money
I test drove many other choices before purchasing my Infiniti. The M35 was the only one in this price range to offer such a powerful and gutsy drive. The car drives smooth, brakes well, and feels secure. It is so much fun to drive and the controls were so easy to master. I have not been disappointed.
Greatest car made in that era
Total reliability with no major repairs at >160,000 miles. Still rides and drives like a dream. Always compliments when friends ride for the first time.
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Does Infiniti make red lemons?
This is a follow-up from a previous review in which I described a major engine problem at 5,000 miles. The selling dealership had to repair a faulty main bearing which they claimed was a factory defect. The problem surfaced after a 5,000 mile road trip. At 9,500 miles I began another long road trip. After arriving in Sacramento on Day 1, smoke was coming from the engine compartment. Fortunately there was a dealership nearby. They had to replace a blown transmission seal. In both instances, the dealerships were very good about repairing the problem, but I have lost confidence in being able to go out of town. My question to Infiniti is, do you occasionally grow lemons in all colors?
2007 Infiniti M35 3.5 V6 5A
Coming from a G35 the M35 is not nearly as peppy. The M feels like a luxo boat taking off. Would prefer the 330HP G37 engine. Besides that, I love the room as I am 6'5''. The M needs another gear (although it looks like the 7 speed will be out soon). The user interface is easy to use. The fit and finish are excellent and love the wood. The other reason I got the M was because of the heating/cooling seats, works ok, was expecting little. The steering is not as tight as the G which is a slight disappointment.
love it
Overall great road trip and driving vehicle, nice for clients, understated elegance. Comfortable for adults and kids (dvd package) as well. Great sound system
Bang for the Buck
If you are looking for an AWD luxury sport sedan in the 45-50k range, look no further than the Infiniti M35x! Previously drove an Audi A6 2.7t and this car blows it out of the water in terms of looks, performance, features, standard equipment...everything. Was also considering the Lexus GS 350 awd..both comparably priced with similar features. Depends on what you want in a car...if you want more sportier characteristics def go with the M35x. Don't even bother with the BMW 530ix! Even the G35 is roomier inside than the BMW. Exterior styling on the M35x could, however, be a bit more daring...bit too conservative to make it stand out in a crowd.
M35x
Traded 05 Lexus Rx for This baby and it rocks. Very fun to drive, Has all the toys. Handles curves and bumps very well. Cheaper than BMW 5 series. Driving this car to me is like driving a vet, with a Luxury Package. Plenty of Head and Leg room. Wanted lexus Gs 350 but at 6'2 it was too tight. Being in my favorite driving position in the Gs my head was against the sun roof. If you have a itch that needs to be scratch, this is the one. It has the power and has the toys, Being a Man we must have our toys!!!! Hey am am 50 and had the itch to GO FAST, why I don't Know......
M35X
Great automobile. V6 is one of the best. Most fun to drive car since my 88 rx-7.
Why can't US makers do this?
Tested several cars before buying this one. (Cadillac DS, BMW 530, Lexus ES350, Lincoln Zephyr, Mercedes E) This is a great highway cruiser. I arrive without the usual aches after a long drive (>300 miles). Only car that came close to this one was the BMW 530 which was a bit more comfortable with slightly better handling. However, it was $10,000 more and didn't have all the bells and whistles like the heated/cooled front seats. Also don't understand why Germans keep putting their cruise control on an awkward stalk rather than the steering wheel and use those flimsy cup holders. Can't understand why American producers don't get the message. Cadillac and Lincoln couldn't even come close.
Fun to Drive
Aside from the somewhat conservative look, this car is packed with options from heated/cooled seats to steptronic transmission. Has all the technology you would expect and then some....
Best Luxury Sedan Value
Restored the fun in driving. Very competitive acceleration, seamless AWD, great cockpit controls, steering pulls and requires constant attention in some driving conditions, disappointing fuel economy, nice back-up camera, intuitive voice recognition system.
My fourth Infiniti (I35,FX35,G35,M35s)
I can buy any car,truck or S.U.V under $80,000 that leaves me with a lot of choices But for a luxury car the infiniti M35 sport Is hands down the best BANG (Value) for the Buck!!! If you are looking for a car that does what the ads say that it will do.... This is the car!!
Best value in it's class
If you are looking to step up from a Maxima or Accord you will not go wrong with this car. Fun to drive, great performance and handling. I am 6'2" 240 lbs and very comfortable driving this car. Nice lines well built inside and out. Gas mileage is not bad considering it has AWD and great acceleration. Best value in it's class.
M-35
I have owned Infiniti autos before, then went to Lexus (GS 400, LS 430) and found them very good. The Infinity is a fine automobile, of Lexus quality. More fun to drive, excellent visibility, excellent amenities with lots of safety features. I do not miss my 2000 LS 430
M35x vs BMW 530
I used to have an '04 530I. I really like the M tho. Looks great! Interior is awesome. Plenty of room. Gas mileage is horrendous. Averaging 17-18 mpg. Engine performance over 75mph is poor. It should have 6 gears. If you floor it at 75mph or higher, you'll go nowhere. But the M is still a sexy beast. It lacks some of the finer BMW features and sportiness. Couple of cheap interior parts. Stereo is pretty bad in base package. Expected more from $40k car. Nonetheless I'm happy with my purchase. Voice recog is pretty cool. Bluetooth is just average.
infiniti of mine
the 2007 infiniti m35x is the best most enjoyable car i have ever owned. it was a pure blast to drive in the snow (awd).
Disappointing
The M is beautiful at rest. The interior is wonderfully lighted at night. Automotive art. Start it though, and youd be happier in a Toyota pickup truck. The M is jittery over any road not glass smooth. Steering requires a lot of attention and correction. The nearly constant drone of the engine is unnecessary, distracting and unwelcome. Until you get used to it, you may find yourself double checking your blind spots looking for what must surely be a motorcycle nearby. Barely 20mpg of premium fuel for mostly highway driving driven conservatively. I fault the AWD for at least 2 mpg of that. Anyway, I should have kept my 1999 Lexus GS. Oh, thats right, I did. Thank goodness.
Infiniti M is for Misery
Bluetooth failure froze console. Nissan, at first refused warranty repair saying my ATT8525 was not on their list. But Bluetooth is a trademark that requires interoperability. Finally they agreed to repair it. This took 4 tries. Then my AC condenser was pierced by a stone. They refused warranty repair because "stone chips" are excluded. This is understandable for paint not for an internal part they should protect with grill work. That's a design defect. Their voice recognition for phone numbers is awful. The gas mileage is lower than a good design could have made it.
Dealer's "brand experience", Poor
Driving Experience disappoints, primarily as a result of local dealers poor customer response. The tranny &/or torque converter pulsation at 36- 38 MPH is irritating, denied by the new car sales mgr at dealer (Why do you drive 38 MPH? Where's that speed limit?) yet 1st service visit, advisor comments as "an unfortunate spec" that he's heard of often. Very foul odor, when car is parked for 2-3 days, thru ventilation system. The stereo sound quality is not as good as vehicles with half the price and that's with the '07 Tech II package. Overall, the brand and the product is overmarketed and the treatment by the dealership employees is one of arrogance vs listening, recording and addressing.
Waste of Money for a Luxury Vehicle
To be a luxury vehicle, ride is harsh and rough. Very noisy. Seats are very hard and uncomfortable. Poor gas mileage. Traded in a Lexus, very poor decision on my part.
Very Satisfied
After looking at Lexus G350, Toyota Avalon and Cadillac CTS, I chose a base model M35. So far, it's a great choice. Just got back from a 4000 mile road trip across 8 western states. Great road car, very comfortable and solid performance. Averaged 24.2 mpg which is better than expected, averaging 56 mph (lots of 80 mph cruising). I'm 6'3" and 250 lbs, and there is plenty of room. This is the most comfortable car I've owned. No problems yet, but it's only 2 months old with 5000 miles.