A high level of sporty handling is provided by a new 4-wheel independent multi-link suspension. The G35’s front suspension design minimizes alignment changes through use of two separate lower links and a long upper link. The rear design separates the shock absorbers and springs, locating the shock absorber inline with the wheel center to help reduce suspension friction and reduce the wind-up motion of the axle on acceleration. Both front and rear suspension designs utilize aluminum components to reduce unsprung weight and incorporate “ripple control” shock absorbers with damping control lips for suppressing high-frequency, micro-amplitude vibrations. As a result, tiny ripples in the road surface are absorbed to deliver a smooth, comfortable ride.

 

A Spacious, Comfortable Interior

In creating the new G35’s interior, the designers and engineers set three goals: premium space, premium comfort and premium utility. Taking full advantage of the FM platform’s long wheelbase and wide track, the G35 offers 101.4 cubic feet of interior space and 14.5 cubic feet of trunk space. More than just total volume, innovative packaging provides ample space where it is needed most for driver and passenger comfort – head, leg, shoulder and hip room. For example, use of a newly developed center positioned air conditioning design increased front passenger foot space. For rear passengers, use of a hidden front seat rail widens the available foot room.

Special attention to comfort required a rethinking of the seat design from “one seat fits all” to unique front driver’s and passenger’s seats. The driver’s seat uses a special center mound shape with high damping urethane foam and special spring design to support the driver during sporty driving. The front passenger’s seat has a flatter-shaped lower cushion and the seat is shaped to provide a relaxed posture, even when folding or stretching his or her legs. In the rear, the G35 offers a choice of standard wide bucket-shaped seats or optional rear reclining seats, both with ample knee room and a large, pass-through center armrest.

A newly developed three-spoke steering wheel provides a firm grip and sporty feel and the instrument panel features Infiniti’s fine vision illumination system and signature analog clock. The optional DVD-based Infiniti Navigation System includes a 6.5-inch retractable screen.

The interior’s T-shaped structure, with its flowing design theme from the center instrument cluster to the floor console, emphasizes ergonomics and convenient storage. There are numerous pockets, holders and straps located throughout for easy access and use.
Audio systems include a standard 6-speaker AM/FM/cassette with in-dash 6-disc CD changer and an optional 200-watt 7-speaker Bose® Premium audio system with an AM/FM/cassette in-dash 6-disc CD changer with RDS, speed-sensitive volume control and steering wheel audio controls.

The G35 is offered in two interior colors – Willow and Graphite – and is available with leather-appointed seating and genuine maple wood-tone trim.

The G35’s trunk space is enhanced by the use of items such as a four-link hinge design, thin LED rear combination lights and underfloor storage compartments near the spare tire.
From a safety standpoint, every G35 comes with standard dual-stage supplemental air bags, front seat side-impact supplemental air bags and roof-mounted side-impact curtain air bags for front- and rear-seat occupant head protection. Also standard are seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters and the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) child seat anchors and tether system.

The new FM platform also provides a number of innovative safety perform-ance features, including a mechanism for releasing the engine downward (rather than straight back toward the passenger compartment) in a collision, brake pedal construction that prevents rearward pedal movement and a breakaway propeller shaft construction.

 

G35 Availability and Equipment

The 2003 Infiniti G35 will be available in two models – Luxury and Leather – both fully equipped models complete with V6 and 5-speed automatic transmission. A number of optional packages allow the buyer to custom-equip the G35 to further reflect his or her exact driving style and tastes.

Packages include the Premium Package, with Bose audio system, adjustable rear seats, sunroof and more; Sport-Tuned Suspension Package, which adds 17-inch alloy wheels with W-rated performance tires and upgraded suspension; and the Aero Package, which includes the Sport-Tuned Suspension Package and adds rear spoiler with rear underbody rear side fairing.

© Infiniti