Infiniti Recalling 134,215 G35 Sedan and Coupe Models Over Airbag Issue

Nissan said on Tuesday it will recall close to 135,000 Infiniti G35 sedans and coupes to address a glitch with a wiring harness connecting the belt tension sensor (BTS) and the occupant detection sensor (ODS) control unit under the front passenger seat that may prevent the passenger airbag from deploying in a crash.

The affected models are G35 sedans manufactured from March 29, 2004 through August 25, 2006, and G35 Coupes built between April 1, 2004 and May 30, 2007.

Even though the Japanese automaker initiated the voluntary recall, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on its website that Infiniti's parent company Nissan has yet to provide the agency with a fix or a notification schedule.

For more information, Infiniti owners can contact the company directly at 1-800-662-6200.

»»  read more

Infiniti Celebrates its 20th Birthday with Special Edition G37s

It's been 20 years since Nissan's luxury division first set foot in the US market and to celebrate the event, Infinifi has released three special edition versions of its G37 sedan, coupe and convertible models equipped with various standard goodies.

The Anniversary G37s will be available in the States in a limited number of 350 G Sedans and 200 each for the G Coupe and G Convertible with sales set to start nationwide in mid-April.

All Anniversary Editions are powered by a 3.7-liter V6 engine hooked up to a 7-speed automatic transmission and feature a new Graphite Shadow exterior color with the interiors appointed with Monaco Red Leather.

The Coupe and Convertible interiors are accented with special Red-toned Maple and the two Sedans have the new Shodo-finish aluminum trim.

Other Anniversary Edition equipment includes standard Premium and Navigation Packages, specific alloy wheels with W-rated summer performance tires, Midnight Black grille, unique front chin spoiler or front fascia, sport side sills (Coupe and Convertible), rear spoiler (except Convertible) while the Coupe also receives an updated rear fascia.

G37 Sedan Anniversary Edition	$43,350 USD
G37 Sedan AWD Anniversary Edition	$43,550 USD
G37 Coupe Anniversary Edition	$50,550 USD
G37 Convertible Anniversary Edition	$54,900 USD

»»  read more

2010 Infiniti G37 Convertible Models Gains New Features that Add $500 to $3,050 to Final Price

Infiniti today released pricing on the 2010 model year G37 Convertible that is now on sale in the U.S. For the new model year, the G37 Convertible features added content and some minor interior updates that are limited to the white color scheme for the gauges and LCD instrument display, the new available high-gloss Maple interior trim accents and a new center console design for automatic transmission-equipped models.

Both the 7-speed automatic and 6-speed manual gearbox models gain power-folding exterior mirrors, automatic anti-glare interior mirror with 'Homelink', USB connectivity and bluetooth hands-free-phone system.

In addition, the previously optional Premium Package equipment (priced at $3,050) that includes several features such as a Bose Open Air Audio system with 12 speakers and 2GB memory, and climate controlled front seats with cooling feature, is now standard on the G Convertible Sport 6MT model.

These updates / upgrades result in a $500 increase in the price of the Automatic model that now starts from $44,850 and $3,050 in the Sport 6MT version that has an MSRP of $46,950, with both prices including destination and handling charges.

»»  read more

Infiniti said to Offer G25 with Smaller 2.5-liter V6 in the States to Compete with BMW 328i and Lexus IS250

The team over at Inside Line is reporting that it has learned from an unnamed high-ranking source within Nissan that Infiniti will launch a new entry-level version of its 2011 G sedan equipped with a smaller displacement V6 engine in the U.S. this fall. According to the report, the North American Infiniti G25 will be powered by the same 2.5-liter V6 unit found in the sedan's JDM sibling, the Nissan Skyline.

In the Skyline 250GT sedan, the VQ25HR is rated at 225 horsepower (IL says 210HP, but Nissan announces 225HP) and 26.8 kgm or 193.8 lb-ft of torque.

This means that the Japanese V6 is slightly less powerful than the BMW 328i's 3/0-liter inline-six that generates 230HP and 200 lb-ft inline, but stronger than the Lexus IS250's 2.5-liter V6 with 204HP and 185 lb-ft, who are the G25's most closest rivals.

The report goes on to say that for the time being, the smaller V6 is planned only for the sedan and not the Coupe or hardtop Convertible variants of the G Series.

Via: Inside Line

»»  read more

Nissan Revises JDM Skyline Sedan and Coupe for 2010

Following in the footsteps of Infiniti and its facelifted 2010MY G37 Sedan and Coupe models, Nissan has updated the Japanese market versions of the car that is sold under the Skyline nameplate. Both the Skyline Sedan and Coupe models receive a number of changes including an updated exterior for the Sedan and a refined interior, enhanced navigation system and new air conditioning for both body configurations.

In particular, the Skyline Sedan models receive a new grille, bumper, headlamps and fog lights up front as well as a redesigned bumper at the back and new 17-inch alloy wheel designs.

Furthermore, the sport trim levels of the Skyline Sedan (370GT Type SP, 370GT Type SP, 250GT Type S) get a new unique grille, front bumper, headlights, rear bumper and use of black trim for the inner headlamp panels.

Mechanical refinements for the sedan are limited to the introduction of the 7-speed automatic transmission with the 2-wheel drive models equipped with the 2.5-liter V6 engine. Previously, this transmission was offered only with the larger and more powerful 3.7-liter V6 engine.

Nissan has made improvements to the interiors of both the Sedan and Coupe models that benefit from a new center console trim (only automatic versions) with a reshaped armrest. Other upgrades include the use of softer materials for the for the console sides and cupholder lid, new decorative trim and minor enhancements to the instrument panel.

All 2010 Skylines receive an updated navigation system, which now offers enhanced entertainment features such as a built-in digital terrestrial broadcast tuner and USB connections for iPod and other music playback devices, as well as new air-conditioning system.

Prices for the 2010 Skyline Sedan in Japan range from 2,892,000 yen to 4,410,000 yen and for the Skyline Coupe, from 3,864,000 yen to 5,019,000 yen.

2010 Nissan Skyline Coupe

_____________________________________________________________________

2010 Nissan Skyline Sedan

»»  read more