Look at the yen/dollar exchange rate. That and new fuel economy targets are the reason for the smaller engine. Expect more cheapening in years to come -- or a lot more options made standard. Nissan has to raise prices while still giving perceived value for cars made in Japan.

 

Isn't that the Mercedes engine they will be using in this model...

 

maybe you misunderstood me. I think it is a great idea to offer a smaller engine for the reasons you stated..

but I wish they had modeled it different as so the public could distinguish the models easier. 3 series ofcourse being the ideal as anyone can tell the M3 from a 335i from a 328i just by looking at the exhaust.

As the roads become saturated with the more affordable g's, I wish mine would be able to distinguish itself from someone who decides to shave off the g25 badge and get the recognition of having the higher model.

its a moot point and in the end I will be enjoying my car's power meh

 

^ Being an enthusiast, i see your point about the distinguishable marks.

But we're a rare breed.

Many Jane's and Joe's don't even know which side their gas tank is, much less how many exhausts pipes they have.

 

Sad, but true.

 

bbk on g37's will extinguish the difference from a g25 and g37.

I highly doubt Nissan/Infiniti were thinking about 07/08 sedans when making the g25.