The year began with the highly successful introduction of the all-new 2007 G35 Sedan -- the first major revision of Infiniti's groundbreaking performance luxury sedan -- which landed on both Car and Driver's "10 Best Cars" and Automobile magazine's "All-Stars" lists and has set sales records month after month since it went on sale in fall 2006.  Infiniti was also named the brand with the highest satisfaction rating in the 2007 AutoPacific Vehicle Satisfaction Award (VSA).

This momentum is expected to continue with the August 2008 introduction of the all-new 2008 Infiniti G37 Sport Coupe.  The G37 Coupe continues to set the bar for style and performance in its segment.  Besides its new styling inside and out, the G37 Coupe features a new, larger displacement version of the award-winning VQ-series V6 -- a 330-horsepower 3.7-liter DOHC V6 engine with VVEL (for Variable Valve Event and Lift).  Among the other key enhancements to the new second-generation G Coupe are an available advanced 4-Wheel Active Steer (4WAS) system and a refined interior with intuitive, integrated technology.

The third all-new Infiniti model joins the 2008 lineup in December.  The Infiniti EX is a luxury crossover SUV with the soul of a coupe, featuring dynamic handling, exhilarating performance and advanced technology.

If that is not enough, 2008 also offers the first major revision of the QX56 premium full-size SUV, which went on sale in June.  The 2008 QX56 features upgraded styling with revised front and rear fascias and a number of interior and technological enhancements, including Infiniti Intelligent Key with keyless entry and ignition and voice recognition for climate control, audio and navigation.  Also standard for 2008 is the Infiniti Navigation System with XM NavTraffic real-time traffic information, XM? Satellite Radio and a 9.3GB Music Box hard drive for digital music storage and playback.

The 2008 Infiniti FX premium crossover SUV, which also went on sale in June, now includes standard XM? Satellite Radio.  The FX is again offered in a choice of three models, the 4.5-liter V8-equipped all-wheel drive FX45 and the 3.5-liter V6-equipped FX35 AWD and FX35 RWD.

The final member of the 2008 Infiniti lineup is the Infiniti M, which receives major upgrades that include the addition of a new all-wheel drive M45 model, the Infiniti M45x.  Other enhancements include revised interior and exterior styling and added luxury amenities and technologies, including the production debut of Infiniti?s newest safety technology, the Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) system.

Following is an overview of Infiniti products for the 2008 model year.

2008 Infiniti G35 Sport Sedan
The 2008 G35 Sedan builds on the second-generation 2007 model's myriad revisions, which included a next-generation 306-horsepower 3.5-liter V6; a striking new exterior defined by the sleek wave form hood, signature G-style taillights and pushed-back A-pillars for an athletic stance; a crafted, Takumi-inspired interior environment; and the audiophile-quality Infiniti Studio on Wheels by Bose.

The 2008 G Sedan offers a Sport Package for the G35X AWD model for the first time in G history and also receives minor refinements for the new model year.

Enhancements to the 2008 G Sedan include:
- All-new Sport Package available for G35x AWD model (late availability)
- New 18-inch Tire and Wheel Package for G35x AWD (late availability)
- Revised Technology and Navigation Packages
- Infiniti iPod Interface
- Driver's Audio Stage
- Standard XM? Satellite Radio (requires XM? subscription, sold separately)

2008 Infiniti G37 Sport Coupe
When it was first introduced in 2003, the G Coupe redefined the luxury coupe segment with its unique, powerful blend of stirring performance, gripping exterior style and a sporty, cockpit-like interior.  The second-generation G Coupe makes an even greater impact on the marketplace with a sleek exterior and aggressive stance that features taut, athletic, contoured lines suggestive of the 330-horsepower 3.7-liter VQ-series V6 with VVEL technology beneath its hood.

Inside, Infiniti levels of craftsmanship are apparent throughout the all-new interior design, including the use of unique materials and finishes with traditional Japanese design cues.  The new G Coupe also includes an extensive list of available technological features -- Infiniti Navigation System with touch-screen XM NavTraffic real-time traffic function (requires XM subscription, sold separately), RearView Monitor and an available 11-speaker Infiniti "Studio on Wheels" by Bose? audio system with 24-bit Burr Brown DAC, 3-way door speaker arrays with 10-inch woofers and 9.3GB Music Box hard drive.

Highlights of the 2008 G37 Coupe include:
- All-new exterior design featuring seductive and muscular shapes, including flowing front fender lines with low silhouette roofline, strong side character lines and side sills, wave-form hood
- Aggressive zero-lift front end styling with smooth front fascia, integrated fog lamps and double-arch grille
- Standard rear underbody air diffusers
- New 18-inch or 19-inch wheel and tire packages
- Unique front fascia and side sills on G37 Coupe Journey with Sport Package and G37 Coupe Sport 6MT
- New 3.7-liter VVEL 24-valve DOHC V6 producing 330 horsepower and 270 lb-ft of torque
o Variable Valve Event and Lift (VVEL) intake camshafts, incorporated with the Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS), allows for 7,600 RPM redline
 o Ram air dual intake, equal length exhaust manifold and dual exhaust system with laser-welded rear mufflers produce an authentic performance sound
- Rear Viscous Limited-Slip Differential (VLSD) on G37 Coupe Journey with Sport Package and G37 Coupe Sport 6MT model
- Available Infiniti 4-Wheel Active Steer (4WAS) (optional feature available on G37 Coupe Journey with Sport Package and G37 Coupe Sport 6MT model) -- includes adjustable geometry rear suspension and automatically variable front steering ratio
- Available Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) with Preview Braking
- Performance-oriented Sport Brakes with 14-inch rotors with 4-piston front calipers and 13.8-inch rotors with 2-piston rear calipers with 'Infiniti' lettering (G37 Coupe Journey with Sport Package and G37 Coupe Sport 6MT model)
- New 10-spoke 19x8.5-inch front wheels and 225/45WR19 front tires and 19x9-inch rear wheels with 245/40WR19 rear tires (available on G37 Coupe Journey, standard on G37 Journey with Sport Package and G37 Coupe Sport 6MT model)
- Driver-oriented interior with luxurious passenger space
- Sport-styled seats with thigh extensions, driver's power adjustable torso and thigh bolsters and aluminum pedals (G37 Coupe Journey with Sport Package and G37 Coupe Sport 6MT model)
- Standard Infiniti Intelligent Key with Push Button Ignition
- Available 11-speaker Infiniti "Studio on Wheels" by Bose? audio system with 24-bit Burr Brown DAC, 3-way door speaker arrays with 10-inch woofers
- Available Infiniti Navigation System with available XM NavTraffic? with real-time traffic information and touch screen technology (requires XM? subscription, sold separately)
- Available voice activation for navigation, audio and HVAC functions
- 9.3GB Music Box hard drive for digital music storage and playback
- Digital automatic temperature control with standard micro filtration and rear floor heater vents, available dual HVAC control with available center rear air conditioning vents (not available on Sport 6MT model)

2008 Infiniti EX35 Luxury Crossover SUV
Infiniti's newest nameplate, the EX35, is scheduled to go on sale in December 2007.  Previewed as the near-production EX Concept at the 2007 New York International Auto Show, the all-new EX will feature two exciting new technologies -- the Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) system and Around View Monitor.

The LDP system takes Infiniti's existing Lane Departure Warning system one step further by utilizing Vehicle Dynamic Control to assist drivers in maintaining their travel lane if unintentional drifting is detected.  Infiniti's Around View Monitor allows for a full 360-degree view around the perimeter of the vehicle to assist the driver in parallel parking in tight spaces.

The all-new Infiniti EX35's exterior design is attuned to its performance coupe soul with sleek lines that portray speed, grace and finesse.  It also offers an invigorating and engaging interior environment that is both indulgent and inspiring.

Detailed specifications and information on the all-new EX35 will be released at a later date.



Press release via Nissan/Infiniti