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By the CAR road test team
First Drives
11 December 2007 16:07
Who are they trying to kid? Will Europeans really consider a premium car built by Nissan? Infiniti arrives in Europe in 2008 and we’re first to drive the new G37 Coupe to find out if it cuts the mustard.
CAR flew to Switzerland to Infiniti’s new Euro HQ to test the Japanese answer to the 3-series Coupe. This is the latest iteration of the G two-door, previous versions of which have been sold in the US and, badged Skylines, in Japan.
Let’s cut to the chase. Infiniti wants to offer BMW driving dynamics tied to Lexus levels of customer service. This basic tenet underpins all of Infiniti’s launch activity – and the G37 is pitched accordingly, with big engines and power outputs, high spec and attractive prices.
It shares many of the mechanicals from parent firm Nissan’s 350Z: so there’s a tasty V6, enlarged to 3.7 litres and breathed on with variable valve control; a rear-drive chassis, available on top Sport trim models with four-wheel steer; and some heady power outputs to tempt enthusiasts out of their German machines.
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Genartic1 says
RE: Infiniti G37 S Coupe (European drive) CAR review
Most Europeans have no real experience with the Infiniti Brand, and as such, it is easy to beat up on a new vehicle entering the UK marketplace that dares to tread on the "hallowed" BMW ground. Remember the Infiniti G37 is the baby brother of a Nissan GT-R, so there is something to it –Trust me However, bear this in mind: The G37 (previously known as G35 in the States or Nissan 370 GT in Japan) has a pedigree that goes all the way back to 1964. This vehicle is a Nissan Skyline 350GT in Japan and in that market the Skyline is a legend and has been terrorizing all comers for years before the advent of Evolutions and Impreza's. Ok...so it's not a BMW, and does not have the history of a BMW 3 series, but for way less in cost...thousands less (especially in the States) there are not many other cars that will beat it for the combination of price, performance, handling, comfort and reliability. In the United States this car starts at 21,000 pounds up to 30,000 pounds depending on how it is equipped. But they all get a 337 Kick-Ass horsepower engine that will stand up to any BMW 335i, leaving you with a tonne of change in your pocket. The styling has been softened since the original G35 launched in the U.S. and may not have the scoops and ducts of others, but has evolved into a wonderful Grand Tourer with balls. It’s really a refined Z, however If you want more Raw Nissan power try a GT-R or 370Z. For those that have driven a G35/G37, or even owned one...we have a different type of talk for those that would criticize...Don't Knock it until you've tried it. You may just be pleasantly surprised...and if you could buy it for what we buy them for in the States or Japan you would cry for joy. BMW's are great cars and I love them! But in the UK they are way overpriced, and in these difficult times, a G37S is just what the doctor ordered!!!!!
30 November 2008 00:49
TangoR34 says
RE: Infiniti G37 S Coupe (European drive)
Personally I quite like the aggressive look but then market wise it seems they need a lot of work. Some said it right, there is no diesel, yes the Japs are pretty bad at that including Lexus. then the performance is not competitive enough. The only thing that convice myself is just saying, I'll buy it coz i like the shape, doesn't have nissan badge and it does more miles per gallon. IF they give a full promising sport package like in US and a very good dealer serivice like a 7-year warranty like kia, then they might have a chance.
18 May 2008 12:07
JohnnyBimmer says
Zzzzzzzzzzzz ..........Zzzzzzzzzzz
06 May 2008 06:05
kkirkou says
No chance...
This is totally ZERO. Especially from the front is very similar to that cabrio-coupe from Lexus that was suposed to challenge the Merc SL and no one remebers its name. This will have the same luck. No one will buy it, especially for this ridiculus sum of money. Stick it to the US please.
09 March 2008 14:59
Madman says
The Nissan Altima Coupe is front wheel drive whilst the G37 is a rear driver. The thing is that I really can't see Infiniti making much of an impact in Europe. They have no small capacity petrol engines, no diesels and ZERO brand recognition. Lexus is something of a joke in Europe and I see a similar future in store for Infiniti. Cheers, Madman of the People
16 January 2008 21:49
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