Originally Posted by RedBaronK

I was checking the specs on this car, and it seems like its only 2500 dollars cheaper than a g37x... and the gas mileage difference is a whopping 2mpg... I test drove a loaner while my 35x was getting a brake flush, and to say the least it felt underpowered...

Here's the million dollar question... wtf is the benefit of buying this thing?

Originally Posted by nedlyj

As a new owner of a G25x, maybe I can shed some light on why someone would actually want the G25x over a G37 by relating my own experience. First of all, I lease my cars, not purchase – so for me a car is a 3 year experience at best, and I’ve had everything from a v6 Accord to a Maxima SE that wasn’t happy below 90mph, so I have varied experiences.

Several people have stated that the G25 is only for those who just want the brand. Well, not true – I want the car behind the brand. And in this case the car, with the exception of the engine size and a few non-essential options, is identical to the G37. Excellent fit and finish, great interior and features, exceptional ride and handling, exceptional braking ability, etc. – it’s the same as the G37 because it’s the same car. The G37 is not *just* the engine, so if you love the G series sedan, I’m not sure how you can hate the G25.
As for the engine itself, I drive between 20-30 miles per day, most of it city or suburban. The 3.7 engine, while a heck of a lot of fun, buys me nothing except a chance for a few speeding tickets in 35mph zones. So why should I pay extra for it for the driving I do? Makes no sense and is a waste of money. Granted, the power is nice and I wish the 2.5 had 20 more HP, but it’s still much better (and smoother) than the 4-cyls in “equivalent” Lexus and Mercedes. It still sounds nice and drives smooth and tight.

With regard to not having Navi being a fail – really? Again, I drive 20-30 miles a day, and almost always to the same place… I know where I’m going. And if I don’t, my Android phone that’s connected through the onboard Bluetooth talks me through it just fine, that 1 time a month I need it. Another $1000 option I don’t need. And memory seats? I’m the only one who drives it – once it’s set I’m pretty much good to go for… like… forever. But what I don’t give up in the G25x is heated leather seats, auto dual-zone climate control, rear camera, Bluetooth, iPod integration, power driver/passenger seats, moonroof, all wheel drive, exceptional handling, etc. etc. That certainly is not a fail for me.

And the bottom line of why? Well, because for a lease, (and counting differences in insurance – the G37 is higher), my bottom line is about $100/month difference between a G25x and a G37x. Again, why would I pay an extra $100/mo for things I don’t really need when all of the rest of the car (which is why I like it in the first place) is the same. Hey if you want to spend the extra money, go ahead – I’m just relating that in my case it doesn’t make good sense.

I don’t consider the G25x to be an entry-level or lower class Infiniti just to get into a brand – it’s a beautiful G sedan - with a different engine. And the loss of Navi and memory seats in no way reduces the overall quality of the car. My opinion of course.