DecodedCars2005 Infiniti G35
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2005 models.
- Class
- Compact Cars
- Body styles
- 2dr Coupe RWD, 4dr Sedan RWD, X 4dr Sedan AWD
- Engines
- 3.5L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline, Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 20 combined · 17 city / 24 hwy
- Length
- 182.3–186.6 in
- Curb weight
- 3,386–3,688 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 20 MPG combined, 14% below the 2005 compact car average of 23.3 MPG.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 15 similar 2005 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2005 Infiniti G35 is a compact car offered with a 3.5L 6-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
It measures about 182 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 112-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,419 lb (2dr Coupe RWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 20 MPG combined (17 city / 24 highway), 14% worse than the 2005 compact car average of 23.3 MPG, for an estimated $3,550 a year in fuel.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 72 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2dr Coupe RWD | 182.3 in | 71.7 in | 55.1 in | 112.2 in | 60.6 / 60.6 in | 3,419 lb | 61/39 |
| 4dr Sedan RWD | 186.6 in | 68.9 in | 57.9 in | 112.2 in | 59.1 / 59.1 in | 3,386 lb | 61/39 |
| X 4dr Sedan AWD | 186.6 in | 68.9 in | 57.9 in | 112.2 in | 59.1 / 59.1 in | 3,688 lb | 61/39 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G35 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 20 | -14% | $4,100 | 444 |
| G35 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 19 | -18% | $3,550 | 468 |
| G35 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 19 | -18% | $4,350 | 468 |
| G35 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | -23% | $3,700 | 494 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2005 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2005 Infiniti G35 under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2005 compact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Infiniti G35 (this car) | 20 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2005 Lexus IS | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Audi A4 | 24 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 24 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Lexus GS | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Lexus ES | 21 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2005 Volvo S60 | 22 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (1)
Seats · Apr 27, 2010
NHTSA campaign 10V175000 · 134,215 vehicles
- Problem
- NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005 THROUGH 2007 INFINITI G35 SEDANS MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 29, 2004 THROUGH AUGUST 25, 2006 AND INFINITI G35 COUPES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 1, 2004 THROUGH MAY 30, 2007. THE WIRE HARNESS CONNECTING THE BELT TENSION SENSOR (BTS) AND THE OCCUPANT DETECTION SENSOR (ODS) CONTROL UNIT UNDER THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT CAN EXPERIENCE RELATIVE MOVEMENT WHICH CAN CAUSE WEAR AND OXIDIZATION OF THE TERMINALS AND MAY CAUSE INTERRUPTION OF THE SIGNAL.
- Risk
- IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.
- Fix
- NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 12, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-662-6200.
Not every 2005 Infiniti G35 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2005 Infiniti G35 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Engine — 22 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Air Bags — 16 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 12 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 101,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2005 Infiniti G35. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
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