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Infiniti FX Favorite Features, Gripes, Likes, and Dislikes
ruperttenma
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I've been asking some questions in the Buying Experiences topic, but maybe it's time to start a new topic on some of these issues. So as the discussion title suggests, what are your favorite features, what gripes do you have about your new FX, what do you like, not like, etc.?
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tidester, host
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One of the things I really liked from my test drive was the styling. I've only seen FXs in a couple of colors, but I have the sense that they look good in every color offered.
I can't get more specific b/c I don't have enough experience with one, but I thought it might help people who are thinking of buying one to find out more about what owners out there really like or don't like.
I'm with you on that one. One wonders whether that is by design.
tidester, host
SUVs and Smart Shopper
One of the great things about the FX is that all the tech features work well. Bluetooth works great everytime. I love the interior lay out in general. The design of the seats on the premium package is a nice touch.
One thing to watch for is the 7spd tranny. Make sure you get one that has updated software. There is a TSB for a reflash on the 2009 models.
I wish every automaker was like Acura, all you have to do when you go into Acura is decided if you want the vehicle with or without navigation and that is it! and then choose the color combo you want
sometimes though, Nissan and Infiniti have a model or two where you can get a nicely grouped package that gives you a whole bunch of nice features without increasing the price tremendously, like with having to add a nav or tech package
for instance, the premium audio package on the 2010 Altima is nice in that it upgrades the audio system, gives you a rear camera, and bluetooth/satelite radio and only adds about $1200 to the car
another nice example of a great package is the premium package on the G37 sedan; it gives you a whole bunch of nice tech features without adding on the tech or navigation system
I had a 2005 FX35 for 3 and a half years and while I loved the vehicle and had absolutely no mechanical/quality problems with the vehicle I had terrible problems with the brakes and rotors; the brakes had to be replaced and the rotors resurfaced at least once a year or about every 10k miles? suffice it to say that because of this I did not keep the vehicle because once the warranty expired, I would be spending about 500-600 bucks a year having the brakes replaced and the rotors resurfaced and my Infiniti dealer even told me that eventually the rotors would have to be replaced because they only could be resurfaced so many times
I wanted to find out if Infiniti had finally rectified this major problem with the brakes/rotors on the early model year FX's on the newer current FX?
My 2009 has the Deluxe package, so it's got the 20" rims.
Breaks soft - Check. Thought I was crazy, but if I don't pay attention when driving, I could ram the car in front of me at a light.
7 spd tranny - Had mine reflashed, and it still seems skitso to me. The 2 seconds delay is accurate. Shocking at this point.
Navigation / Music Box - essentially, both of these are unusable when the car is moving. I know, I can use the voice activation for Nav, but it's not the same. And the Music Box, how do you advance to the next album when moving?
Design - Infiniti took the beautiful front-end of the first gen and made it ugly. The front lights are too far apart, the wavy grill and the vents are hideous and the 20" rim designs aren't sleek. i.e The spokes are too fat.
On the flip side, the car is fun to drive, very solid feel, the AWD sticks (this is good), the leather, dash layout is smart, and the interior design overall is beautiful. I got the Java leather, which is really nice and gets compliments from guests.
How's that?
Also, when you start the car and put it in reverse, you have to wait for the Infiniti logo to disappear before the all-around/rear camera image displays. Seems to take almost five seconds but in the previous model it was instantaneous.
Geesh, I miss my '06 even more now.
Thanks for sharing that tip. I am gonna try it the first thing when I get into my car.
Does anybody know if the Bose audio on this car needs a break-in? My Bose speakers with Nav sound weak for some reason compared to my 08 G35.
Brakes - I don't even want to get started. My 08 G35 is a dream again compared to this. I have to press real hard on the brakes to make the car stop at a light. Also, if I tend to relax while at the light, the car starts moving! I wish I could take it to the dealer and get it beefed up. Anyone done that?
One last gripe: The speedometer has 0-180mph! I could care less for that as it has resulted in the 65-80mph mark be obscured with increments of 2mph.... My 08 G35 has 0-160mph and it has clear markings for 65, 70 and 75mph. I have to look hard to see where 65, 70 and 75 are on the FX35...
Overall, a great car though.
Some said Infiniti finally installed a power tailgate for the trunk starting at the 2009 model.
I saw a dealer selling 2008 FX35 with cargo assistance feature. Is it a similar option as the power tailgate!
Thanks.
There are not many cubbies to hold your stuff. I ended up with the cell phone in the cup holder, which does not hold a large cup very well either. One turn and it's over the side. Many spills already!! The glove box is usless. They gave me another owners manual jacket that velcros to the rear compartment side to free up the glove box. In my 12 YO Chevy I had all kinds of room for stuff. Not here.
Dealer oil changes prices are off planet earth.... 120 bucks. Not any more. It's hello quick change for a fraction of the price. Everything about the vehicle is expensive. The OEM wiper blades are expensive as well.
It does have a tendency to work through the 7 gears pretty fast and not at the best set points. It down shifting rough now. Have an appt to take it in.
I think for the money spent you can get the same quality by buying a Honda Pilot and have money left over to fill the tank several times.
The loaner vehcile only works for appointments not express service or non-appointments. Some times it takes a week if you need the loaner. The dealerships are far and few between as well. Going to another one is 25 miles the other direction.
We ended up bringing our own money to the table. Too many strings attached to the special financing deals. I think the price of the vehicle it tied to the low rates. In order to give you those rates they jack up the price of the vehicle to pay down the financing.
The selling dealer was nice, but after they get your money you're just another owner. You would think they would pamper you more. The XM mess was a real whopper!
Anyone else???
Much as I will not want to go back too far I want to know if the 2007 is safe from the transmission problem or the 2008.
Thank you
Fejiro