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In Brief: Infiniti G37 Journey with Sport Package
Infiniti’s strong engines have defined Nissan’s luxury division since the launch of the original Q45. On the Skyline-based G37 Journey fitted with Sport Package, chassis tuning and balanced performance become part of the Infiniti storyline. At long last, Infiniti is becoming a cohesive car line, and the new M speaks to a higher level of design, but that’s a story for another day.
Prime Numbers
Price: MSRP: $34,450. As Tested (estimated): $39,565 Engine: 3.7-liter DOHC longitudinally mounted V6 Horsepower: 328 hp @ 7,000 rpm Torque: 269 lb ft @ 5,200 rpm Drivetrain: Rear-wheel-drive with seven-speed automatic transmission Suspension F/R: Double wishbone, anti-roll bar/Independent multi-link, anti-roll bar Length: 187-in. Width: 69.8-in. Height: 57.2-in. Wheelbase: 112.2-in. Weight: 3,613 lbs
Alternatives To Consider
BMW 335i . The gold standard. BMW still delivers the most cohesive sedans. Get the 3.0-liter twin-turbo engine and you also have no shortage of torque or horsepower. Compared to the Infiniti engine, the BMW has a gorgeous turbo whoosh, though both engines hold unique appeal. Unlike Audi, BMW long ago figured out that Americans drive on torque, a key reason why BMWs sell—not to mention their aggressive lease programs. For reference, as of the posting date you can lease a 335 with excellent equipment for about $410 a month. That’s a hell of a deal. The hip alternative to the 3-series, AKA the “So Cal Taxi,” is BMW’s 135i. It’s the secret handshake car of the BMW lineup, less expensive, but only available as a two-door coupe. Lexus IS350 . The Lexus analog of the BMW 335i. Instead of the Infiniti’s raucous V6 with incredible torque, IS has a...