the EX35 ?
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The only thing I would caution her about is to thoroughly check out the rear storage volume. For some, it's enough room, and for others (like me) you need a minivan or more. I don't think there's much rear leg room either, but again that only matters if you even really need a rear seat.
Everyones needs are different.
The EX is a real nice looking vehicle but there are other products, even from Nissan that can give you a little more space with similar features.
For similar modern styling, I would even recommend having a look at a Mazda CX-7. We did before buying our van and found it to have very nice road manners and a very stylish interior. I believe it was called the GT model and had a turbo 4cyl with 244HP/258Tq and fully loaded was about 43k with nav, backup camera bluetooth etc, etc. Long term will be easier on the wallet for fuel with est. 22/31 mpg.
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Everyones needs are different.
The EX is a real nice looking vehicle but there are other products, even from Nissan that can give you a little more space with similar features.
For similar modern styling, I would even recommend having a look at a Mazda CX-7. We did before buying our van and found it to have very nice road manners and a very stylish interior. I believe it was called the GT model and had a turbo 4cyl with 244HP/258Tq and fully loaded was about 43k with nav, backup camera bluetooth etc, etc. Long term will be easier on the wallet for fuel with est. 22/31 mpg.
Last edited by rpm&my_G35; 07-23-2008 at 03:43 PM. Reason: better specs
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Originally Posted by whatacar
Thanks Paul. She was considering the Lexus 350 as well. She wants a reliable sporty vehicle. I will caution her about the rear seat and cargo room.
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I've driven it a fair share of times since my dealership seems to like giving me the EX as a loaner. I created a thread about my thought's on the EX and here's a copy/paste of it
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Just got the Infiniti EX35 as a loaner car from the dealership (G35 in for oil change, check-up, + warranty work) and here's my review of it:
Interior Quality: 10/10
By far the best Nissan Interior I have ever sat in. The fit and finish is amazing. Everything has a soft, cushy feel to it (dashboard, seats, etc.). The seats are comfortable and has supple leather. The ***** and buttons have a very strong and smooth feel to them. The wood trim is to die for.
Interior (Space-wise): 4/10
The rear room is only thing that brings down the EX. There's hardly any rear leg-room + awkward entrance/exit of the vehicle for the rear. However, the upfront it's nice and cozy. The trunk-size isn't that bad.
Features/Amenities: 10/10
Bose sound system gets an A - has a nice punch, clear sound and it doesn't get distorted at full blast. The loaner I have has everything but the Nav. and Tech. pckg. I'm sure the all-around-view cameras work great. I have parktronic sensors in the front and at the back of this EX which help a lot + the side mirrors aim down in reverse. I can vouch for the ICC - neat stuff. Power-folding rear-seats are also really cool and handy.
Exterior: 9/10
The EX sits pretty low, nice stance overall. I have the 18" rims on mine and they give the EX a nice sporty look. The front is the real eye-catcher, whereas the rear requires an acquired taste, IMO. Beautiful curves and lines on the vehicle. Self-healing paint sounds really neat too (don't want to test it by marring the paint on purpose - have too much respect for this loaner
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Engine: 9/10
Although it's not even near past its break-in point (got it with only 16km on it!) it still preforms like a champ! However, almost like every Nissan/Infiniti, these engines are thirsty.
Coolness Factor: 10/10
Believe me, 10/10 for sure. Took this car to school and everyone was rubber-necking. Many people came up to me and asked me, "wow, what is that!" It sure does stands out.
Winter Driving: 10/10
Just had a huge snowstorm in crazy Canada and the EX had no troubles what-so-ever. It plowed through the snow and handled like a champ. Snow mode button ftw.! This was also without snow tires.
AVERAGE: 8.9/10
Overall the EX is very nice indeed, but not all that practical. It would be pretty harsh for the rear passengers to sit through a long drive, but for those single people out there this is the best crossover out there. The interior fit and finish is amazing.
![](https://www.cars.justelite.net/wp-content/uploads/2007/08/2008-infiniti-ex35-crossove2.jpg)
![](https://www.cars.justelite.net/wp-content/uploads/2007/08/2008-infiniti-ex35-crossove.jpg)
This car isn't photogenic...looks 10x better in person!
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Hope I helped. But yeah, the rear room isn't all that great. I remember taking my friends out for lunch and they didn't have the best time sitting back there all cramped.
![Smilie](https://g35driver.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
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Just got the Infiniti EX35 as a loaner car from the dealership (G35 in for oil change, check-up, + warranty work) and here's my review of it:
Interior Quality: 10/10
By far the best Nissan Interior I have ever sat in. The fit and finish is amazing. Everything has a soft, cushy feel to it (dashboard, seats, etc.). The seats are comfortable and has supple leather. The ***** and buttons have a very strong and smooth feel to them. The wood trim is to die for.
Interior (Space-wise): 4/10
The rear room is only thing that brings down the EX. There's hardly any rear leg-room + awkward entrance/exit of the vehicle for the rear. However, the upfront it's nice and cozy. The trunk-size isn't that bad.
Features/Amenities: 10/10
Bose sound system gets an A - has a nice punch, clear sound and it doesn't get distorted at full blast. The loaner I have has everything but the Nav. and Tech. pckg. I'm sure the all-around-view cameras work great. I have parktronic sensors in the front and at the back of this EX which help a lot + the side mirrors aim down in reverse. I can vouch for the ICC - neat stuff. Power-folding rear-seats are also really cool and handy.
Exterior: 9/10
The EX sits pretty low, nice stance overall. I have the 18" rims on mine and they give the EX a nice sporty look. The front is the real eye-catcher, whereas the rear requires an acquired taste, IMO. Beautiful curves and lines on the vehicle. Self-healing paint sounds really neat too (don't want to test it by marring the paint on purpose - have too much respect for this loaner
![Wink](https://g35driver.com/forums/images/smilies/wink.gif)
Engine: 9/10
Although it's not even near past its break-in point (got it with only 16km on it!) it still preforms like a champ! However, almost like every Nissan/Infiniti, these engines are thirsty.
Coolness Factor: 10/10
Believe me, 10/10 for sure. Took this car to school and everyone was rubber-necking. Many people came up to me and asked me, "wow, what is that!" It sure does stands out.
Winter Driving: 10/10
Just had a huge snowstorm in crazy Canada and the EX had no troubles what-so-ever. It plowed through the snow and handled like a champ. Snow mode button ftw.! This was also without snow tires.
AVERAGE: 8.9/10
Overall the EX is very nice indeed, but not all that practical. It would be pretty harsh for the rear passengers to sit through a long drive, but for those single people out there this is the best crossover out there. The interior fit and finish is amazing.
![](https://www.cars.justelite.net/wp-content/uploads/2007/08/2008-infiniti-ex35-crossove2.jpg)
![](https://www.cars.justelite.net/wp-content/uploads/2007/08/2008-infiniti-ex35-crossove.jpg)
This car isn't photogenic...looks 10x better in person!
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Hope I helped. But yeah, the rear room isn't all that great. I remember taking my friends out for lunch and they didn't have the best time sitting back there all cramped.
Last edited by hullio; 07-23-2008 at 08:24 PM.
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Originally Posted by rpm&my_G35
I've never cared for the look of the RX350. To me it's just to Toyota/generic and IMO a somewhat glorified Highlander. I would hazard a guess that it's not nearly as fun to drive as the EX. (or CX-7 for that matter)
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("Fun" falls nowhere in Lexus vocabulary, but "plush" and "luxurious" certainly do.)
If you want fun/sporty, I'd check out the Nissan Murano...
![](http://autos.webhostingoverview.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/11/2009_nissan_murano_1.jpg)
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I actually like the RX330. It does have nice clean lines and I do see mainly women driving them in my area.
If I had to choose a crossover for my wife it would be the FX35 or the RX330, I know for a fact she would be very happy with either one.
I did find the EX35 a bit small, that is why I shy away from it.
If I had to choose a crossover for my wife it would be the FX35 or the RX330, I know for a fact she would be very happy with either one.
I did find the EX35 a bit small, that is why I shy away from it.
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Originally Posted by GEE35X
I actually like the RX330. It does have nice clean lines and I do see mainly women driving them in my area.
If I had to choose a crossover for my wife it would be the FX35 or the RX330, I know for a fact she would be very happy with either one.
I did find the EX35 a bit small, that is why I shy away from it.
If I had to choose a crossover for my wife it would be the FX35 or the RX330, I know for a fact she would be very happy with either one.
I did find the EX35 a bit small, that is why I shy away from it.
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i was pleasantly surprised last time i had one as a loaner. i wouldn't want to be in the back seat, esp with me behind the wheel.
one thing i liked is that it feels big, at least in the front, it reminded me of the view from behind the wheel of a big american car of yesteryear... while actually being very small and nimble around town.
very enjoyable ride
it was a bit soft though, after the G.
one thing i liked is that it feels big, at least in the front, it reminded me of the view from behind the wheel of a big american car of yesteryear... while actually being very small and nimble around town.
very enjoyable ride
it was a bit soft though, after the G.
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Originally Posted by whatacar
She thought the FX35 was too big. She wants a new vehicle, smallish SUV. Personally, I'd like a reasonable back seat.