Here’s Why The 2008 Infiniti G35 Is The Best G35 You Can Buy

What’s So Special About The 2008 Infiniti G35

In 2007, the second and last generation of the V36 G35 was introduced to the world. This generation was sold as the 2007 and 2008 G35 models. The car featured a completely redesigned engine with 26 more horsepower, a luxurious facelift, and a much stiffer body than the previous generation.

The 2007 G35 stands out from the rest of the G35 lineup; it is faster, more reliable, sportier, and luxurious while still being an inexpensive sports car. It’s not the best on gas, but you don’t own a G35 solely for its MPG.

The 2007 and the 2008 Infiniti G35 are pretty much the same car, but I will be talking about the 2008 model because it was the last G35 to be manufactured. They will be both around the same price, but why not own the one that has been on the road one year less. Many features and upgrades were offered, so I will be going over what stood out to me when looking at the 2008 model.

Let’s Take A Look At What You Can Find Under The Hood Of The 2008 Infiniti G35

What will stand out when you first open the hood of a 2008 Infiniti G35 will literally be the engine with the V6 3.5L cover over it and the dual path intakes, but there’s much more going on than that. The engine is the completely redesigned VQ35HR which made its debut in the American market in the 2007 G35.

It is the same engine found in the 350zs of the time. This new VQ35HR engine is much more powerful and responsive than the previous VQ35DE. Producing a respectable 306HP and 268 lb-ft of torque. The engine has been completely strengthened/redesigned to withstand the increased 7,500 RPM redline.

The 2008 Infiniti G35 was either rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. It was offered with a standard five-speed automatic transmission, but the more desirable six-speed manual was also an option. The automatics had the choice of paddle shifters; most were AWD, and the six-speed manuals were RWD.

This second-gen G35 model had a much stiffer body frame due to many structural reinforcements around the engine and the car's rear. The G35s with the sport package had firmer rear shocks, bigger front brake calipers, and larger rotors all around.

Exterior Features

If you look at a first-gen Infiniti G35 and a second-gen G35 side by side, you can quickly tell them apart. The 2008 Infiniti G35 looks much more like a luxury car compared to the older models. Some go as far as to say that the first-gen and coupe models remind them of an old CTS mixed with an older Nissan Altima.

The first thing you will notice in a 2008 G35 sedan is that the body has fewer hardlines and looks a bit wider. The front end was redesigned by giving it a new bumper and much larger HID headlights, giving the car a much more sleek and aggressive look.

The rear end was also smoothed and rounded out. What stands out are the taillights having a smaller sharp reverse light and not being flat like in the previous models.

On the 2008 Infiniti G35 Journey and base models, you will find that they came with 17-inch wheels, while the sport version had 18-inch wheels. Some base and Journey models came with 18-inch wheels if purchased with a wheel package.

Interior Features

What really makes the 2008 Infiniti G35 stand out is the completely redesigned interior. This is when the G35 really felt like a luxurious car. Most features were found in all the second-gen G35s, but some were add-ons.

The first thing that stands out is the center cluster. Infiniti removed the small slim black and orange screen and replaced it with a full-color touchscreen display. The display comes with navigation and an iPod/iPhone interface to control what you are listening to without having to touch your iPod/iPhone.

The 2008 G35 comes with heated seats that can be adjusted to your liking and have those adjustable settings saved onto three memory seat buttons that are located on the door. The rear passengers had their own AC vents along with a cup holder in the middle seat pull-down section. The telescoping steering wheel and the push-to-start features are pretty unique and add to the feeling of being in an expensive luxury car.

Why Do People Love The 2008 Infiniti G35 So Much

What isn’t there to love about the 2008 Infiniti G35? It makes for a great powerful daily driver; on top of that, who doesn’t want to say that they technically own a Skyline. Most people don’t know that the G35 is based on the Nissan Skyline platform and is known as the Skyline in Japan.

Most people buy a G35 because of its power and comfort. The G35 and the 350z are pretty much the same performance-wise, but people tend to go with the G35 for various reasons. The G35 has more space and luxurious features and, in the end, is just as fast.

It sucks when you want to take more than two people in your car but can’t because of a lack of space. They both usually range around the same price range, but why not get the same car with more space? Only if looks are not a factor because I personally like how the 350z looks more than the G35.

The 2008 G35 is pretty reliable, and with more than 300 ponies under the hood, it is no surprise that many people today still daily drive these gems, even though they have horrible gas mileage. If you want to drive a comfortable, fast, and luxurious car but don’t want to break the bank, then the 2008 Infiniti  G35 is perfect for you.