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Infiniti Expanding the G Lineup for 2009

Posted by Jeff Glucker on Wednesday, August 20, 2008 12:28 PM

infiniti g37 convertible 
The all-new Infiniti G37 Convertible will make Nissan 350Z owners feel insecure.

Infiniti is making some changes to its extremely popular G-series lineup. First and foremost is the introduction of a convertible, which is scheduled to launch in the first quarter of 2009. This new model will utilize a three-piece folding hardtop, as well as enhanced audio and HVAC systems to ensure a great experience regardless of the position of the roof.

"A little success makes you want to try harder. A lot of success makes you want to blow the doors off the competition again, which we're poised to do with the new, intensified Infiniti G lineup for 2009," said Ben Poore, Infiniti's vice president of marketing.

Further changes for 2009 include a new 328-horsepower 3.7-liter V6 engine for the G37 sedan, an all-wheel drive model for the G37 coupe (the G37x), and a new 7-speed automatic transmission for all G models, as compared to the 5-speed automatic offered on the 2008 Infiniti G Models. The 6-speed manual transmission is still available, but for you lazy folks out there, the 7-speed will make sure you don't spill your Starbucks while stuck in traffic.

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peabody3684 8/25/2008 6:26 PM

6 speed in a four door car?? They've always offered it??

Hmm... GM should take notice. No need to only limit rowing your own to high-end editions. G8 GXP SHOULD have a stick... but why not the V6 and the GT??

Sorry a little off topic!

The vert looks promising, begs to question how much cannabalism will come into play from the Z...

Jeff Glucker 8/26/2008 9:39 AM

@peabody3684:
I feel that many convertible Z owners will be constantly checking their rear view mirrors to make sure no G37s show up next to them at the stoplight...

peabody3684 8/27/2008 8:50 PM

It would be really awesome if you were able to test on of these out, you know?
Are you guys going to be testing cars for your selves at some point? That'd be a great addition to the site!

Jeff Glucker 9/3/2008 8:55 AM

@peabody3684:
We are preparing our first test drive story as I type this so stay tuned... oddly enough it is related to this post, as we are currently test driving the 2008 Infiniti G37 Sport...

banya 9/18/2008 4:34 AM

Hi, my online name is "banya." I have 2002 Nissan Elgrand (mini-van) and I love it very much. I would like to talk with car enthusiasts all over the world.
I'd like to link to the blog.
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