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BMW 325xi/328xi vs Infiniti G35x

25 messages,  Last post on Jul 06, 2009 at 8:01 AM

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What is this discussion about? BMW 3 Series, Infiniti G35, Sedan

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#6 of 25 STS? CTS? by calidave

Dec 02, 2005 (1:14 pm)

I wish GM made the CTS AWD. It would be preferable to the BMW or the G35. I can't stomach driving an STS - just more car than I want.
 
I bet the MPG in the Caddilac is better than the G35.
 
What's the price diff. b/t a V6 STS AWD and the G#% AWD and BMW AWD? I like the idea of a RWD car that uses AWD when needed.

#7 of 25 Re: STS? CTS? [calidave] by mwhitt

Dec 02, 2005 (7:16 pm)

Replying to: calidave (Dec 02, 2005 1:14 pm)
I would look at the CTS also if they made it, but the STS is more money than I want to spend and too big.
 
I priced an STS and it's up there high 40's I think without all the options. loaded it goes into the 50's, unless i was looking at the wrong car.
 
I got a price on the G with premium, a/t, sat radio and splash guards for 35.8 plus TTL. The xi with the premimum package and cold weather/ a/t maybe between 37 and 38.

#8 of 25 Re: 325i/xi vs Infiniti G35/x [kschoenrock] by calgarydrive

Dec 03, 2005 (9:44 am)

Replying to: kschoenrock (Oct 28, 2005 9:05 am)
I have my 03 G35 premium/aero for sale with 30,000 km (18,000 miles), becuase I just purchased an 05 X premium. I live in Calgary, Alberta, which is very hilly & in the winter, snow. I have winters on my 03 and it is fine & have only had a couple of problems getting up hills after I had to come to a stop in snowy, icy conditions.
 
That being said the x is amazing. No issues what so ever & if you have to you can put it into "SNOW" which is full time 4 x 4 (AWD). Have not had it in rain yet but read on forums they are good. Also I like all the upgrades in the 05-06 over the 03-04's.
 
Having a G35 & wanting an AWD I looked into them all. Like all the other comments for the money there was no choice even thou I thought I would maybe try something different. As far as the 325 goes, bottom line no HP! I could not stand getting smoked by a Sunfire, even thou the car is solid & the handling is tight, no power = no good! HP is what people pay for in every vehicle.
 
Good luck with your decision

#9 of 25 Re: 325i/xi vs Infiniti G35/x [calgarydrive] by mnrep2

Dec 03, 2005 (9:59 am)

Replying to: calgarydrive (Dec 03, 2005 9:44 am)
No issues what so ever & if you have to you can put it into "SNOW" which is full time 4 x 4 (AWD).
 
It is a 50/50 torque split up to 19mph. Then it reverts back to 75/25% split and automatic transfer of torque when slip is detected. You also get reduced throttle response with snow mode turned on.
 
I have one too, and just took a spin to the post office in a fresh 4" of powder The X is an awesome winter driver

#10 of 25 Re: STS? CTS? [calidave] by mnrep2

Dec 13, 2005 (6:09 am)

Replying to: calidave (Dec 02, 2005 1:14 pm)
The Infiniti is the only one that is 100% rwd bias most of the time. Not sure about the sts, but that car is way out of the price range of the G anyway.
 
That alone makes the awd G the only choice for me between these cars.

#11 of 25 Re: STS? CTS? [mnrep2] by u2jrmw

Jan 09, 2006 (7:31 pm)

Replying to: mnrep2 (Dec 13, 2005 6:09 am)
The BMW dealership told me this is how the BMW X works as well

#12 of 25 Re: u2jrmw and how x drive works. by mnrep2

Jan 10, 2006 (6:10 am)

The BMW dealership told me this is how the BMW X works as well
 
Imagine that If so, that is a good idea that BMW borrowed from Infiniti
 
In the past the x drive had a normal 60/40 bias split. This new strategy, (for BMW) must be for the 2006 model year.

#13 of 25 G35 or 325i automatic by acagrill

Jan 29, 2006 (6:17 pm)

Both the G35 and 325i fitted out the way I want retail for about $40k. I will keep the car long term (10 years). My biggiest concern is the cost to maintain especially after the warranties expire!! Which is the more reliable car? I've driven Nissan Maximas for the past 15 years with little problem.

#14 of 25 Re: direct comparison of 2005 BMW 325i vs 2005 Infiniti G35 frm couple w/each [gitak] by robl1

Feb 20, 2006 (7:34 pm)

Replying to: gitak (Nov 29, 2005 8:24 pm)
Hogwash. I purchased my BMW Xi in New York and it is serviced for free here in CT. They give free car service to my work and wash wax and clen the wheels to a sparkle besides the routine maintenance all free. I guess YMMV

#15 of 25 Re: G35 or 325i automatic [acagrill] by mnrep2

Feb 21, 2006 (4:11 am)

Replying to: acagrill (Jan 29, 2006 6:17 pm)
I purchased a loaded (including NAV) G35x for $36.5K in July 05. I don't think you should have to pay $40K for it.

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