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2011 Infiniti G25x AWD

August 6th, 2011
Infiniti G25x

Infiniti G25x

The 2011 Infiniti G25 is a great car to drive and offers a lot of value. This car competes against the Lexus IS250 and the BMW 328i. Before driving the Infiniti G25 I was a little weary about how it would drive because of the engine change. The G25 is powered by a 2.5L V6 engine that produces 218 hp and 187 lb-feet of torque. I only had the opportunity to drive this car in the city and didn’t get a chance to take it on the highway. But I can say that I actually enjoyed this car very much even with the dip in horsepower compared to the G37.

This entry level sedan is offered in three trim levels: the G25 sedan, G25 sedan Journey, and the G25x sedan AWD. Standard with each trim is a 7-speed automatic transmission which is carried over from the G37. This vehicle also offers better fuel economy than the G37 at 20 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway(rear-wheel drive models). There is a lot of standard equipment offered on this vehicle which makes the G25 a great value. I will say that some choices such as not offering a navigation system in this car is a bit strange. There are also a few other nifty Infiniti technologies that are also not available. I think that Infiniti doesn’t want to take sales away from the G37 but in my opinion I don’t think that would happen if those features were offered.

The interior of the G25 is just as luxurious as any other Infiniti. Just like in my review of the 2011 Infiniti EX, I just love the easy use of the knobs and buttons. Some other luxury vehicle’s interiors are just way too complicated. There are many people who like the complexity but I like others like things to be simple without being overwhelmed. The materials that are used in this vehicle are of great quality, there is surely no skimping on Infiniti’s part in this interior. The G25 offers the same interior as the G37. For those that feel they would be losing out on the luxury by buying this vehicle will be rather pleased. Just like the interior of this car, its exterior shares the same good looks with the G37. While there is room for 5, the hump in the rear seats creates a problem for anyone who has to sit in the backseats. So I would say that this vehicle seats 4 comfortably. » Read more: 2011 Infiniti G25x AWD

2012 Infiniti: M Hybrid Provides Performance and Efficiency

July 17th, 2011

 

Infiniti M Hybrid

Infiniti M Hybrid

Heading into the spring of 2011, the all new 2012 Infiniti: M Hybrid is about to change every thought as to what a luxury sedan hybrid should include. With a previously thought impossible combination of power, luxury and efficiency, the M Hybrid looks to burst through the doors of Infiniti retailers nationwide.

With these all new technologies, the new M Hybrid is the first vehicle to ever deliver a V6 engine that produces V8 horsepower with the fuel efficiency of a 4-cylinder engine. Inspired by the hybrid technology found in the Infiniti Essence, the new M Hybrid is the only vehicle today with more than 350 horsepower and 30 mpg.

“As hybrid technology has gotten more sophisticated, so have hybrid drivers. Where it was once enough to offer fuel efficiency alone, today’s hybrid buyers need performance and handling to go along with the ‘green’ attributes – and that’s where the new Infiniti Hybrid delivers like no other,” said Infiniti Vice President Ben Poore.

A key element to this unprecedented hybrid is the innovative one motor, two clutch parallel hybrid system. This gasoline and electric drive train ensures that zero emissions electric propulsion is used more often, for longer periods and at higher speeds than in typical hybrids. » Read more: 2012 Infiniti: M Hybrid Provides Performance and Efficiency