On 5/28/04 7:34 PM, in article CUQtc.1528$Tw.125@lakeread06, "tomk"
> anyone have an infiniti from the past 2 years with
> the 3.5 V6? i'm wondering if there are any quality
> issues with that engine setup. i'm thinking about the
> FX35 after acura gave me a Murano as a loaner.
> i might convert from honda to nissan
My two Infinitis are older ('96 I30 & '97 I30t), but I have an '02
Pathfinder with the 3.5 engine. No problems with it in 34,000 miles. It
can launch that 4300 pound slug to 60 in about 8 seconds. The 3.5 gets 17-19
mpg on premium gas in the Pathfinder.
> anyone have an infiniti from the past 2 years with
> the 3.5 V6? i'm wondering if there are any quality
> issues with that engine setup. i'm thinking about the
> FX35 after acura gave me a Murano as a loaner.
> i might convert from honda to nissan
I don't own one, but have a friend and a relative that do (FX35). The engine
is the 3.5L found in many newer Nissan/Infiniti models. Its the updated
version of the 1995-2001 3.0L used previously on the older Maximas. All of
these "VQ engines" are very reliable.
In my opinion the AWD is a little overrated, also the willow interior looks
ugly and bland. Its like a tan with a light shade of green. Although the
base price is $34,500 it actually starts at 37+ if you want it in any color
besides white. Overall, a fun vehicle to drive. The main downside is that
its harsh over rough roads, I can't imagine how it drives with the optional
20" wheels (standard, I think, on the FX45).
Check out this website, the Infiniti sections will have many comments from
owners. Good luck.
http://forums.freshalloy.com/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php
tomk - 02 Jun 2004 02:51 GMT
awesome responses guys.
nissan uses timing chains...excellent.
> > anyone have an infiniti from the past 2 years with
> > the 3.5 V6? i'm wondering if there are any quality
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Nightdude - 03 Jun 2004 12:40 GMT
The only problem with the Murano and company, is that they are gas
guzzlers..
> awesome responses guys.
> nissan uses timing chains...excellent.
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