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Apparently the 2009 will not have significant changes. Typically there is an exterior color or two that change. If you want a specific color, you may want to go with the 2008 to make certain you get it.
I have had mine since July and we love it to death.
Check the Motor Trends 10 fastest SUV's
http://wot.motortrend.com/6376570/miscellaneous/the-top-ten-fastest-suvs-weve-te- - sted/index.html
Come back and tell us when the Venza will be here...:)
Heightwise, it falls right in between the EX and FX. Lengthwise, it is more comparable to the FX. So, overall, you should be comparing to the FX in terms of room.
In terms of performance, my money would be on the EX. And, ultimately, the focus of the EX is obviously more on performance than utility.
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Anyway, I am a G35X owner, and while I haven't had it in the snow just yet, I am confident it will perform flawlessly. Of course, I never had any issues with my FWD cars in the snow, either. It all depends on the tires. If you are running summer tires, AWD ain't gonna help. I've put a good set of all seasons on my G for the winter.
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I would expect the AWD EX to be even better. From a dead stop on ice I will get a little wheel spin with my 2WD starting out and I can feel rearend slip out 4-6" before the traction control cuts in. I would expect the AWD would be a little more graceful and have very little slip when starting out if equipped with good snow tires.
From what I observed, my 2WD with snow tires had better traction than AWD/4WD vehicles with allseason tires.
How do you or other owners feel about cargo space?Would 2 people have enough room for luggage for a long road trip?
Thanks!
But lower the rear seats and the answer changes to "plenty." The trade-off is lack of privacy with luggage in view.
The back seats lay down expanding the cargo area. I have now had my car for 1 month. I am extremely pleased with this vehicle.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
After having my EX35 for a month now, it's not an SUV or crossover. It has raised seating position and AWD (both pluses and SUVish) and bigger tires, but not much else SUVish. I think it is best said to be the Infiniti G-level version of a Toyota Matrix or Pontiac Vibe or Subaru WRX hatch with those few SUVish features mentioned above. Fancy Infiniti version of those with more SUV looking garb (aka beefed up a tad). That suits me well, but don't expect it to be a Murano or a RAV-4 or CR-V or RDX or Q5.
The reason why the RAV4 V6 has a better fuel mileage is bec. you`ll find the tachometer at around 1.5k rpm on the 5th gear all the time- even at 35mph speed. That means the engines 269HP is matched to a fuel economy tranny- this tends the tranny to shift early to the overdrive gears. I think I was averaging 20 or 21 miles per gallon on the awd RAV4 mixed driving. Whereas, the EX35 is about 19MPG average (mixed).
The Rav4 is an econobox suv. I hate the thin sound proofing specially the firewall and the fender area. You could hear every bit of stone hitting the underside fender and the engine`s mechanical noise (valves etc...) The sports trim is a bit stiff bec. of the sport shocks and 18" rims. The best thing about the V6 Rav4 is the power off the line. It is about 300 IBS lighter than my EX35. So, my butt dyno off the line seems like the RAVY V6 is quicker or has more torque.
Rav4 advantage: Lighter, roomier, uses regular gas
Now comes the EX35 AWD. EX35 jOURNEY is a lot better than the RAV4. The topend is superb for a crossover car! It is very quiet even flooring the gas. If you like to drive fast and won`t attract attention when flooring it then the EX35 is your best fit bec. the exhaust note is toned down compare to the G35 that I drove as a loaner.
Passing power with less effort is A+! This is the car that has the smoothest power delivery system. You won`t feel that neck breaking torque most G35/G37 cars have. The EX35 is so smooth that you feel like it doesn`t have that dyno butt torque I normally felt on the RAV4 V6. If you like to feel the torque, you need to get the G37 or maybe the REAR WHEEL Drive version of the EX35. (0-60 in 5.5-5.8 sec) AWD (6.5 sec 0-60)
You also have an option to use the manual mode/DS or a full automatic gearing. The sound proofing is night and day compare to the RAV4. The EX35 has the best AWD system that can switch to 100% rear wheel drive power in some situation.
Minor problem with the EX35 is the huge sideview mirror combined with the A-PILLAR that causes minor blindspot.
The view in the rear is ok. (Removing the rear headrest will give you more view of the rear. My only complaint is that the rear legroom is really small. I`m only 5"7 and I bet no adult would sit comfortably behind me. If I have to choose all over again, I would probably get the new G37 sedan bec. of the performance advantage. But, if this is for your wife, EX35 is the best car to give!
Eighteen inch wheels will be standard with 19" an option.
Color choices have a few new additions and the trans is now 7-speed.
I am not certain how long the story and pictures are available to see.
Several posters in the past mentioned that Infiniti will try to increase the rear legroom in the future. Has that occurred?
I have an 04 G 35 and and 07 G 35. I would like a crossover or a sport wagon which is smaller than the FX but will allow me to place to bicycles inside laying on their sides. Also considering a BMW 328 xi sport wagon but that may not allow for the placing of the bikes either. The Pathfinder or Armada are options for the bike placements and they have more usable space than the FX but the styles seem a bit dated.
Any thoughts?
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#1 priority is the ability to carry bikes in the smallest suv possible. If a small suv will not fill the bill, then I'll consider going big.
The FX is a great vehicle but it feels big without the utility and storage.
Side mirrors are hindering peripheral vision resulting in very large blind spots. I have almost hit pedestrians and cars within intersections.
They have not recalled the car but made new models addressing this issue.
I believe that I could have a serious accident driving this car and want others to know what I am experiencing.
I have found numerous complaints online from other people experiencing the same problem.
Old Post but I will respond anyway
I have both. The wife prefers the RAV because it sits higher. That's her vehicle. She loves the luxury feel of the Infiniti and the power. But she has leather, moonroof and is happy with the RAV,
I chose the Infiniti because I wanted a G37 Coupe and felt I was getting the same basic car in a more practical wrapper. It does have great take off. But I have the RWD and prefer it over 4WD. I bought it used with 27K with every option except the adaptive cruise privately for $23,800 in August, I will buy an Elite exclusionary extended Warranty from a dealer in Arizona at a steep discount just before the manufacturers warranty runs out.
The only "issue" I have with the car is a squeaky rear left brake. Which doesn't bother me enough to take it in or drive 100 miles to the closest Infiniti Dealer. Nissan does all my routine service. .
ALL OF THAT SAID......70 miles a day in the Infiniti trumps 10 miles a day in the RAV. The stereo alone (11 speaker Bose) is worth the trip. Fi you can afford the EX buy it. The RAV is a great vehicle and reliable but no match for the Infiniti, You may want to look at an Acura RDX as well.