The 2008 INFINITI G35 Sedan builds on the second-generation 2007 model’s myriad revisions, which included a next-generation 306-horsepower 3.5-liter V6; a striking new exterior defined by the sleek wave form hood, signature G-style taillights and raked A-pillars for an athletic stance; a crafted, Takumi-inspired interior environment; and the audiophile-quality INFINITI Studio on Wheels ä by Bose®.
Enhancements for the 2008 model year include an available Sport Package for the G35x AWD model for the first time in G history (in addition to the G35 Journey Sport Package) and a new 18-inch Tire and Wheel Package for G35x AWD (late availability); revised Technology and Navigation Packages; available INFINITI iPod® Interface and Driver’s Audio Stage; and standard XM® Satellite Radio (requires XM® subscription, sold separately). There is also one new exterior color – Desert Platinum.
The heart of the 2008 G35 is its advanced engine, platform and drivetrain, anchored by the award-winning VQ-series 3.5-liter DOHC V6 mated to a choice of a 5-speed automatic transmission with Manual Shift Mode and Downshift Rev Matching or close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission. Steering wheel-mounted magnesium paddle shifters are offered as part of the available Sport Package (automatic transmission only).
The G’s second generation FM (Front Mid-ship) platform features a 4-wheel independent suspension with lightweight aluminum components and improved body stiffness. The 2008 G35x AWD features INFINITI’s “intelligent” ATTESA E-TS™ all-wheel drive system.
Available advanced technologies include RearView Monitor, a touch screen navigation system with real-time traffic and the audiophile-quality INFINITI Studio on Wheels™ by Bose® Premium Audio System, combining the industry’s first 3-way front door speaker array using 10-inch woofers with a head unit incorporating double oversampling 24-bit Burr Brown® Digital Audio Converters.
Other features include standard Intelligent Key with Push Button Ignition, available INFINITI Navigation System with XM® NavTraffic™ real-time traffic information, touch screen and 9.3GB Music Hard Drive; Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS); Premium African Rosewood trim; and Intelligent Cruise Control with Preview Braking.
Highlights of the 2008 INFINITI G35 sedan include:
Body
- Advanced Front Mid-ship (FM) platform (second generation)
- Striking sense of dynamic tension and polished craftsmanship
- Long, wave-like aluminum hood, pushed-back A-pillars and aggressive stance
- Double-arch grille with sculpted grille blades, standard High Intensity Discharge (HID) bi-xenon headlights, integrated fog lights and L-shaped LED taillights
- Unique front fascia and side sills on G35 Sport 6MT models and models equipped with the Sport Package
- Available rear spoiler on G35 Sport 6MT and Sport Package-equipped models
- Available sliding glass moonroof with tilt and one-touch open/close feature
- Available heated outside mirrors (standard on G35x)
- Eight available exterior colors, including one new color – Desert Platinum
Engine and Driveline
- Front engine/rear-wheel drive or ATTESA E-TS ™ all-wheel drive (G35x AWD model)
- Fourth-generation VQ-series 24-valve 3.5-liter DOHC V6 producing 306 horsepower and 268 lb-ft of torque
- Ram air dual intake, equal length exhaust manifold and dual exhaust system with laser-welded rear mufflers
- 10.6:1 compression ratio, 7,600 rpm redline
- eCVTCS (electromagnetic variable exhaust cam timing), twin knock sensors
- Electronically controlled 5-speed automatic transmission with Downshift Rev Matching and quick-shift Drive Sport mode and ASC (Adaptive Shift Control), or close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission
- Standard magnesium paddle shifters on Sport Package-equipped models (automatic transmission only)
- Standard rear Viscous Limited-Slip Differential (VLSD) on RWD G35 Sport-equipped models
- Available Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) with Preview Braking
Suspension, Steering and Braking
- 4-wheel independent multi-link suspension (front single pivot double-wishbone design) with extensive use of lightweight aluminum components and front and rear stabilizer bars
- Power-assisted vehicle-speed-sensitive rack-and-pinion steering
- 4-wheel power-assisted vented disc brakes, 4-wheel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA); available Preview Braking (with Intelligent Cruise Control)
- 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with 225/55R17 V-rated tires
- Available 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with 225/50R18 front and 245/45R18 rear W-rated tires (standard on G35 Sport 6MT models and Sport Package-equipped RWD models, 225/50R18 front and rear tires standard on G35x AWD models with Sport Package)
- Standard Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
- Available Four-Wheel Active Steer (G35 RWD Sport-equipped models)
- Standard Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
Interior Features
- Driver-oriented interior styling with fine craftsmanship and modern warmth
- Standard leather-appointed seating, available in Wheat (except G35 Sport–equipped models), Graphite or Stone
- Unique “Washi” finish (resembling traditional handmade Japanese paper) aluminum-alloy trim on center console, instrument panel and doors; available premium wood trim
- Standard 8-way power adjustable driver’s seat and 4-way power adjustable front passenger’s seat (G35), 8-way power adjustable front passenger’s seat (G35 Journey, G35x, G35 Sport 6MT)
- Hand-stitched leather-wrapped steering wheel with steering wheel mounted audio and cruise control switches, tilt and telescopic steering column
- Electroluminescent instrumentation with white and violet illumination
- Standard INFINITI Intelligent Key with Push Button Ignition
- Available INFINITI Studio on Wheels™ by Bose® Premium Audio System, combining the industry’s first 3-way front door speaker array using 10-inch woofers with an audiophile quality head unit incorporating double oversampling 24-bit Burr Brown® Digital Audio Converters (includes a parcel shelf-mounted subwoofer)
- Standard audio system featuring in-dash CD changer with Radio Data System (RDS), auxiliary audio input, MP3 playback capability and 6 speakers
- Standard 7.0-inch color monitor display
- Leather-appointed shifter lever with aluminum trim
- Available INFINITI Navigation System with available XM ® NavTraffic™ real-time traffic information, touch screen and 9.3GB Music Hard Drive
- Available Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System
- Available RearView Monitor
- Standard XM® Satellite Radio (XM® subscription required, sold separately)
- Available INFINITI iPod® Interface and Driver’s Audio Stage
- INFINITI signature analog quartz clock
- Digital automatic temperature control with standard micro filtration and rear heater vents, available dual HVAC control with available rear vents (automatic transmission vehicles only)
- Sport-styled steering wheel with special stitching color, aluminum pedals, sport-styled front seats with thigh extensions and driver’s power torso and thigh bolsters standard on G35 Sport 6MT and Sport-equipped models
Safety and Security
- Standard INFINITI Advanced Air Bag System (AABS) with dual-stage front supplemental air bags with seat belt sensors and occupant classification sensor
- Standard front-seat and roof-mounted front and rear curtain side-impact supplemental air bags
- Available Brake-Operated Pre-crash seat belts
- 3-point ALR/ELR seat belts (driver’s seat ELR only)
- Front seat belt adjustable upper anchors with pretensioners and load limiters
- Front seat Active Head Restraints
- Zone Body construction with energy-dispersing side structure
- Engine mount breakaway design with breakaway driveshaft
- Retracting brake pedal to help reduce lower leg injuries in severe crash
- LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) child seat anchorage system
- Available Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS)
- Standard first-aid kit inside rear center armrest
Models and Manufacturing
- Available in four models: G35, G35 Journey, G35x AWD and G35 Sport 6MT
- Assembled by Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. In Tochigi, Japan
