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#461 of 479 It happened by richqd Dec 16, 2008 (11:19 am)
A year ago I wrote with disappointment that the small rear area, seats and utility, zapped my desire to purchase the EX35. Also I wondered if missing big time on the EX in regards to the lack of room was going to be a break for any other auto company following suit with a similar vehicle. That just happened with the Toyota Venza - near perfect design considering roominess, attractiveness, etc. Infiniti had the first chance at this category and blew it, good luck trying to come back next year to obtain a share of this market. Replies to this message: qbrozen (Dec 22, 2008 3:26 pm)
#462 of 479 Differences between 08 and 09 by carjim Dec 16, 2008 (11:21 am)
Krhame, the October 13 issue of Automotive News carries the headline, "2010 Infiniti EX gets more rear legroom..." Also mentioned is that the Around View Monitor parking feature will be an option on "more packages." Apparently the 2009 will not have significant changes. Typically there is an exterior color or two that change. If you want a specific color, you may want to go with the 2008 to make certain you get it.   I have had mine since July and we love it to death.
#463 of 479 Venza by coolguy8157 Dec 16, 2008 (12:54 pm)
Please dont compare the EX with the Venza...the 4 cyl and the driving dynamics of it doesn't even come close to the EX...the EX is a niche vehicle with all the tech toys mostly targeted for empty nesters but many family ppl loved the size and bought into it. so now Infiniti is trying to address this segment....   Check the Motor Trends 10 fastest SUV's http://wot.motortrend.com/6376570/miscellaneous/the-top-ten-fastest-suvs-weve-te- - sted/index.html   Come back and tell us when the Venza will be here... Replies to this message: richqd (Dec 18, 2008 5:20 am)
#464 of 479 Re: Venza [coolguy8157] by richqd Dec 18, 2008 (5:20 am)
Replying to: coolguy8157 (Dec 16, 2008 12:54 pm) It has the V6 and with both vehicles (EX and Venza) equipped with AWD, it looks like it is .2 seconds slower-that niche vehicle is a euphemism for anything that was misdesigned and now only appeals to a small number of people, instead of the sales hoped for by Infiniti, therefore, the redesign in 2010. I like the tech toys of the EX.
#465 of 479 Re: It happened [richqd] by qbrozen Dec 22, 2008 (3:26 pm)
Replying to: richqd (Dec 16, 2008 11:19 am) The Venza is 1.5" taller and 7" longer than the EX.   Heightwise, it falls right in between the EX and FX. Lengthwise, it is more comparable to the FX. So, overall, you should be comparing to the FX in terms of room.   In terms of performance, my money would be on the EX. And, ultimately, the focus of the EX is obviously more on performance than utility.
#466 of 479 Ex35AWD in snow by radoncgs Dec 27, 2008 (12:18 am)
I would like to know how well the EX35AWD performs in snow. Thanks. Replies to this message: qbrozen (Dec 27, 2008 9:23 am) jmess (Dec 29, 2008 7:11 am) sun7 (Dec 29, 2008 6:38 pm) redrose1 (Jan 25, 2009 6:04 am) krhame (Jan 26, 2009 7:45 pm) awgd8 (Apr 23, 2009 6:31 pm)
#467 of 479 Re: Ex35AWD in snow [radoncgs] by qbrozen Dec 27, 2008 (9:23 am)
Replying to: radoncgs (Dec 27, 2008 12:18 am) well, in case no owners of the EX35 answer your question, you could always ask G35X owners since it is the same vehicle other than the body. Even the FX35 owners could give you an idea.   Anyway, I am a G35X owner, and while I haven't had it in the snow just yet, I am confident it will perform flawlessly. Of course, I never had any issues with my FWD cars in the snow, either. It all depends on the tires. If you are running summer tires, AWD ain't gonna help. I've put a good set of all seasons on my G for the winter.
#468 of 479 Re: Ex35AWD in snow [radoncgs] by jmess Dec 29, 2008 (7:11 am)
Replying to: radoncgs (Dec 27, 2008 12:18 am) My 2WD EX with Michelin X-ICE-2 snow tires has proven to be a very competent snow car. The weight distribution, chassis balance, and good steering feel make driving in the slick stuff low stress. The active handling and traction control generally work well and help you when needed. The only issue I had was getting high centered when the ice crusted snow got 12" deep; I had to dig my way out of my driveway to the street.   I would expect the AWD EX to be even better. From a dead stop on ice I will get a little wheel spin with my 2WD starting out and I can feel rearend slip out 4-6" before the traction control cuts in. I would expect the AWD would be a little more graceful and have very little slip when starting out if equipped with good snow tires.   From what I observed, my 2WD with snow tires had better traction than AWD/4WD vehicles with allseason tires.
#469 of 479 Re: Ex35AWD in snow [radoncgs] by sun7 Dec 29, 2008 (6:38 pm)
Replying to: radoncgs (Dec 27, 2008 12:18 am) Just got back from a long, multi-state trip through ice and snow with my AWD EX-35. It handled great! Better than my past Subaru. Was firmly anchored and always felt in total control. Replies to this message: redrose1 (Jan 25, 2009 6:04 am) krhame (Jan 26, 2009 7:45 pm) awgd8 (Apr 23, 2009 6:31 pm)

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