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2011 Infiniti M37

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems โ€” with the pros and cons against similar 2011 models.

Class
Midsize Cars
Body styles
4dr Sedan, /M56 4dr Sedan M37x AWD/M37 Sport/M56
Engines
3.7L 6-cyl
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline
MPG (best)
21 combined ยท 18 city / 26 hwy
Length
194.9 in
Curb weight
3,858โ€“4,028 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
0 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • AWD / 4WD available
  • No recalls so far

Watch out for

  • Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 26 similar 2011 models โ€” not a review. How we calculate this โ†’

Overview

The 2011 Infiniti M37 is a midsize car offered with a 3.7L 6-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 195 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 114-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,858 lb (4dr Sedan).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 21 MPG combined (18 city / 26 highway), 9% worse than the 2011 midsize car average of 23.2 MPG, for an estimated $3,900 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the power train.

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
4dr Sedan194.9 in72.8 in59.1 in114.2 in62.2 / 61.8 in3,858 lb54/46
/M56 4dr Sedan M37x AWD/M37 Sport/M56194.9 in72.8 in59.1 in114.2 in62.2 / 61.8 in4,028 lb54/46

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence โ€“ Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements โ†’

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCOโ‚‚ g/mi
M373.7L 6-cylAutomatic (S7)Rear-Wheel Drive18 / 26 / 21-9%$3,900423
M37x3.7L 6-cylAutomatic (S7)All-Wheel Drive18 / 24 / 20-14%$4,100444
Spend $7,500Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
23.2 MPG2011 Midsize Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2011 EPA class average. How we calculate this โ†’

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2011 Infiniti M37.

Similar 2011 midsize cars

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2011 Infiniti M37 (this car)21 MPGNot rated0
2011 BMW 5 Series25 MPGNot rated5
2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class20 MPGNot rated0
2011 Audi A425 MPGNot rated0
2011 Audi A624 MPGNot rated3
2011 Lexus LS20 MPGNot rated0
2011 Jaguar XJ19 MPGNot rated3

Recalls (0)

No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Infiniti M37.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA โ†—

Not every 2011 Infiniti M37 is affected โ€” only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

17Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
1Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
1Injuries reported
84,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Power Train8
Vehicle Speed Control3
Unknown Or Other3
Steering3
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)2
Structure1
Visibility โ€บ Power Window Devices And Controls1
Steering โ€บ Column Locking โ€บ Anti-Theft Device1
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
15/01: 115/07: 116/01: 116/08: 117/03: 118/01: 118/02: 118/09: 119/01: 119/03: 219/05: 120/02: 120/09: 120/12: 121/11: 125/12: 115/0116/0117/0318/0219/0119/0520/0921/11max 2

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2011 Infiniti M37 buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
  2. Power Train โ€” 8 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
  3. Vehicle Speed Control โ€” 3 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
  4. Steering โ€” 3 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 84,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2011 Infiniti M37. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2013 M3721194.9 inNot rated014
2012 M3721194.9 inNot rated027

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Infiniti. How we calculate this โ†’