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The EX35 features aluminum accents, while EX35 Journey models offer maple
interior accents. There is also a leather-wrapped shift knob, and
leather-wrapped steering wheel with controls for audio and cruise control. An
8-way power driver's seat with 2-way manual lumbar support and a 4-way power
passenger's seat are standard. A driver's seat memory system is also offered,
along with heated front seats (standard on E35X AWD and EX35 Journey models) and
an 8-way power front passenger's seat. Also available is a 60/40-split power
remote up-folding 2nd row seat with dual controls (operated from the front or
the hatch area).
The EX's available Bose Premium Audio System includes 11
speakers (including 2 subwoofers), AM/FM/CD in-dash changer and USB connection
port for iPod and other compatible devices. The advanced Infiniti Hard Drive
Navigation System features Voice Recognition (VR) for audio and navigation, XM
NavTraffic with Real-Time Traffic Information, XM NavWeather with Real-Time
Weather Information (XM subscription required, sold separately), Zagat Survey
restaurant guide and Streaming Audio via Bluetooth.
Advanced Platform
and Powertrain
Under EX's dramatic body is an equally advanced
platform and
powertrain. The FM (Front Midship) platform helps provide high levels of
handling performance. Every 2011 Infiniti EX35 comes standard with a VQ35HR
3.5-liter V6 engine, rated at 297 horsepower and 253 lb-ft of torque, and a new
7-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode, DS mode with Downshift
Rev Matching (DRM), and Adaptive Shift Control. EX fuel economy is rated at 17
mpg City/24 mpg Highway for both rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive models.
Superb handling is provided by a subframe-mounted independent front
double-wishbone suspension with aluminum-alloy upper and lower links,
high-performance dual-flow pass shock absorbers and stabilizer bar. The rear
suspension is an independent multi-link design with aluminum-alloy upper and
lower links and axle housing, high-performance dual-flow pass shock absorbers
and stabilizer bar. Steering is provided by a vehicle speed-sensitive
power-assisted steering system.
EX's standard braking system includes
power-assisted front and rear discs (vented front) and standard Anti-lock
Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) and Brake
Assist (BA). Also standard is Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) with Traction
Control System (TCS), while an advanced Intelligent Cruise Control (Full-Speed
Range) is optionally available.
Available wheel and tire combinations
include new standard 18-inch 8-spoke metallic finish aluminum-alloy wheels with
P225/55R18 V-rated all-season tires or new optional 19-inch split 5-spoke
aluminum-alloy wheels with 245/45 R19 V-rated all-season tires.
Infiniti
EX35 AWD models feature Infiniti's Intelligent All-Wheel Drive system, which
utilizes an active torque distribution management system with an active center
clutch. The electromagnetic AWD system responds more quickly than conventional
hydraulic AWD systems, helping to minimize the compromise of rear-wheel drive
performance characteristics on dry roads.
Standard EX35 safety equipment
includes an Infiniti Advanced Air Bag System (AABS); driver and front passenger
seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags; roof-mounted curtain side-impact
supplemental air bags for outboard occupant head protection; and a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS).
Also standard are 3-point ALR/ELR seat belts
(driver's side ELR only) and front seat belts with pretensioners and load
limiters and adjustable upper anchors, front seat Active Head Restraints and the
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system for the rear outboard
seating positions. EX also features advanced Zone Body Construction with front
and rear crumple zones to help disperse crash energy around the passenger
compartment.
New for 2011 is the addition of the Blind Spot Warning
(BSW). BSW illuminates an indicator light if another vehicle is detected in the
blind spot area. If the driver then uses the turn signal, the indicator flashes
and an audible warning sounds.
Models and Packages
The 2011
Infiniti EX35 is available in four models: EX35 RWD, EX35 AWD, EX35 Journey RWD
and EX35 Journey AWD. EX35 Journey models include power sliding tinted glass moonroof
with tilt feature, sliding sunshade and one-touch open/close, Bluetooth
Hands-free Phone System, auto-dimming inside mirror with digital compass, maple
interior accents and power tilt/telescopic steering column. Heated front seats
are added on RWD models (standard on all EX35 AWD models).
Just four
options are offered for 2011 (EX Journey models only). The new Premium Package
combines the previous Bose and Around View Monitor Package and Navigation
Package. The Premium Package includes the Infiniti Hard Drive Navigation System
with XM NavTraffic with Real-Time Traffic Information, XM NavWeather with
Real-Time Weather Information (XM subscription required, sold separately) and
Zagat Survey Restaurant Guide, Voice Recognition for audio and navigation, 9.3GB
Music Box, Streaming Audio via Bluetooth; Bose Premium Audio System with 11
speakers including 2 subwoofers; Around View Monitor (AVM) including Front and
Rear Sonar System; and Advanced Climate Control System (ACCS) with Plasmacluster
air purifier.
The revised Deluxe Touring Package features 19-inch split
5-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels with P245/45R19 all-season performance tires; High
Intensity Discharge (HID) xenon headlights; Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS)
with auto-leveling headlights; dual occupant memory system for driver's seat,
outside mirrors and steering wheel; entry/exit assist for driver's seat and
steering wheel; outside mirrors with reverse tilt-down feature; 2-way power
driver's seat lumbar support; coat hanger on driver's seat head restraint; 8-way
power passenger's seat, power up-folding 2nd row seats, HomeLink Universal
Transceiver, meter hood with premium stitching.
The revised Technology
Package features Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and Lane Departure Prevention
(LDP); Intelligent Cruise Control (Full-Speed Range); Distance Control Assist
(DCA); Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) with Forward Collision Warning (FCW); and
the newly added Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system. The final available option is
Aluminum Roof Rails.
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