2005 Infiniti G35 Coupe At a Glance

Designed from the ground up on the racing-inspired FM (Front Mid-ship) platform, Infiniti G35 coupe expands its performance capabilities for the 2005 model year with the addition of a new Sport-Tuned Suspension Package featuring 19-inch wheels and tires, Viscous Limited-Slip Differential (VLSD) and 18 additional horsepower for the G35 Coupe 6MT model with 6-speed manual transmission.

The 2005 G35 coupe’s interior has also been refined with a new instrument panel and console area and use of new materials and textures, including the addition of real aluminum trim on the center console, door grips and center dash, and mp3 playback capability added to the standard 6-disc CD changer. Ultra-soft leather-appointed seats are now standard on all models. Other changes for 2005 include the addition of three new exterior colors and two new interior colors.

The 2005 Infiniti G35 coupe features a long list of standard performance features, including a 280 horsepower 3.5-liter DOHC V6 mated to a standard 5-speed electronically controlled automatic with manual shift

mode. The G35 Coupe 6MT model offers 298 horsepower and a close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission. Inside, the G35 coupe offers the expected levels of Infiniti premium available amenities, including an available Bose® premium audio system and DVD-based Infiniti Navigation System.

Highlights of the 2005 Infiniti G35 coupe include:

Body

Aerodynamic styling with wheels pushed out to the corners for an aggressive yet refined stance, enhanced handling and stability
Xenon headlights, innovative LED tail lamps with virtually unlimited life
Available performance rear aero wing and underside fairings, achieving both front and rear zero lift
Three new available colors: Serengeti Sand, Lakeshore Slate and Athens Blue

Engine and Driveline

280 horsepower 3.5-liter DOHC V6, 270 lb-ft of torque
Additional 18 horsepower (298 hp) for G35 Coupe 6MT model
Dual mass flywheel (G35 Coupe 6MT model)
Choice of 6-speed close-ratio manual transmission or 5-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission with manual shift mode with downshift rev matching
Rear-wheel drive
Standard Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
Standard Viscous Limited-Slip Differential (VLSD) on Sport-Tuned Suspension Package models
Performance dual exhaust system

Suspension, Steering and Braking

4-wheel fully independent suspension with advanced front and rear multi-link design
Standard 6-spoke, 17-inch cast aluminum-alloy wheels with P225/50VR17 front tires with P235/50VR17 rear tires (G35 Coupe model)
Available 7-spoke, titanium-tinted finish 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with P225/45WR18 front tires and P245/45WR18 rear tires (G35 Coupe model)
Available 5-spoke, 19-inch polished forged aluminum-alloy wheels with P235/50VR17 front tires and P235/55VR17 rear tires (Sport-Tuned Suspension Package, standard on G35 Coupe 6MT)
4-wheel disc brakes with Brake Assist (BA) and Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) and new larger rotor diameter
Standard Tire Pressure Monitor System
Available sport-tuned suspension (Sport-Tuned Suspension Package, standard on G35 Coupe 6MT)

Interior Features

Driver-oriented interior environment with fold-down rear seat
Redesigned instrument panel and console
Real aluminum trim on center console, door grips and center of the dash
Sport contoured, heated front bucket seats with side panel control switches,
Ultra-soft perforated leather-appointed seats with 8-way power-adjustable driver’s seat (including power recline), 4-way power-adjustable front passenger’s seat
Standard in-dash 6-disc CD changer with mp3 playback capability, available Bose® audio system with 8 speakers
Optional DVD-based Infiniti Navigation System with 7.0-inch wide retractable monitor
Standard manual tilt and telescoping steering wheel
Available power tilt and telescoping steering wheel
Rotary knob for audio volume and H-VAC temperature
Two new available colors: Wheat (beige) and Stone (gray)
Drilled aluminum pedals (Sport-Tuned Suspension Package, standard on G35 Coupe 6MT)
Perforated leather and unique stitching on steering wheel (Sport-Tuned Suspension Package, standard on G35 Coupe 6MT)

Safety and Security

Standard dual-stage front supplemental air bags with seat belt sensors and RF occupant classification sensor, front-seat side-impact supplemental air bags and roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental airbags
3-point ALR/ELR seat belts (driver’s seat ELR only)
Front seat belt adjustable upper anchors with pretensioners and load limiters
Driver and front-passenger knee protector
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) child seat anchorage system
Emergency inside trunk release
Vehicle Security System with Infiniti Immobilizer
Interior-mounted first aid kit

Models and Manufacturing

The Infiniti G35 coupe is available in two models: G35 Coupe and G35 Coupe 6MT
Available Sport-Tuned Suspension Package (equipment standard on G35 Coupe 6MT) with sport-tuned suspension, 19-inch forged aluminum wheels, 19-inch performance tires, Viscous Limited-Slip Differential, aluminum pedals and perforated leather and unique stitching on steering wheel
Available Premium Package with sunroof, auto on/off headlights, Bose audio system with 8 speakers, dual zone air conditioner with rear vents, electrochromatic rearview mirror and HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
Available Performance Tire & Wheel Package (G35 Coupe model) with 7-spoke 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with titanium-tinted finish and 18-inch performance tires and VLSD
Available Aero Package with rear spoiler and rear side air diffusers
Available sunroof, navigation system and Rosewood trim (late availability)
Exterior and interior designed at Nissan Technical Center (NTC) in Atsugi, Japan
Assembled by Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. in Tochigi, Japan