About this Vehicle
Trim: 2010 Infiniti M35 Base
MSRP: $45,800 Engine: 3.5L V6 Transmission: Automatic | Drivetrain: RWD Fuel Type: Gas Curb Weight: 3,864 lbs. |
Improvements from the 2009 BMW M35
The 2010 Infiniti M35 carries over from 2009 with only a few small changes to its options packages.Performance
The M35 is the V6-powered version of Infiniti’s M series sedan. The 3.5-liter, 303-horsepower V6 will offer plenty of power for most drivers, but there’s always the V8-powered M45 option for those who need more. Reviewers praise the strong road grip and sporty handling of the M35, which offers a standard sport-tuned suspension. Although the firmer suspension does affect ride quality, the enhancements it offers to the vehicle’s handling are well-worth the sacrifice. The 2010 M35 sprints from 0-60 mph in about 6.2 seconds. One complaint reviewers have about the Infiniti M35’s performance is that the V6 can get a bit loud and buzzy at very high rpm.Exterior Features
In general, most car reviews agree that the Infiniti M35 is not a standout in terms of style. The design is elegant and appealing by any standard, but some reviewers call it too bland and conventional for such an excellent car. You can check out our gallery of M35 photos to see for yourself. Standard exterior features include keyless ignition/entry, a sunroof, adaptive xenon headlights, and 18-inch alloy wheels. The Infiniti M35 is offered in two trim levels: the rear-wheel-drive M35 base model and the AWD M35x.Interior Features
Auto reviews don’t have many complaints about the cabin of the 2010 Infiniti M35. Modernity is the overarching theme of the M35’s interior, with supple, ungathered leather and satin-finished metal or rosewood accents. Drivers will adore the comfort of the M35’s seats up front and in the back. Although fitting more than four adults in the M35 would be a squeeze, the sedan can accommodate up to five passengers. The only downfall of the cabin of the Infiniti M35 is its overwhelmingly complex and cluttered center stack console. Standard interior features on the 2010 M35 include Bluetooth, satellite radio, a six-speaker sound system with MP3/CD changer, dual-zone automatic climate control, an auxiliary audio input jack, and ten-way power heated and ventilated front seats with a memory function.Safety and Specifications
Although the federal government has not released crash test scores for the 2010 M35, the car insurance industry crash tested the almost identical 2009 Infiniti M. The M received the highest score of “Good” in both front- and side-impact tests. Standard car safety features on the 2010 Infiniti M35 include active front head restraints, traction control, full-length side-curtain airbags, anti-lock brakes with brake assist, electronic brakeforce distribution, stability control, and front-seat side airbags. Apply for online car insurance quotes if you would like to see how much it will cost you to insure a 2010 M35. A synopsis of the Infiniti M35’s specs is included below.- Car pricing: $45,800 MSRP; $42,286 invoice
- Engine: 3.5-liter, 303-hp V6
- Transmission: seven-speed automatic transmission on RWD model; five-speed automatic on M35x AWD
- Acceleration: 0-60 mph in 6.2 seconds
Upgrade Options
The Infiniti M35’s upgrade features are available in four different packages, all of which are described below.- Technology package: eight-speaker Bose stereo system, hard-drive navigation with real-time traffic updates, iPod interface, 9 GB of digital music storage, voice-prompted controls, rearview camera
- Sport package: 19-inch alloy wheels, aluminum cabin trim, sport-tuned suspension, rear active steering, front seat bolstering, sport body styling
- Advanced Technology package: lane departure warning system, adaptive cruise control, 14-speaker Bose sound system
- Premium package power heated and reclining back seats, power rear sunshade, rear climate and audio controls, rear-seat entertainment system
How the Infiniti M35 Compares to Other Large Luxury Cars
The 2010 Infiniti M35 is priced competitively for its segment. The fuel economy of the 2010 M35 is also good for the large luxury class, with a city/highway rating of 17/25 mpg. U.S. News and World Report rated the Infiniti M35 second of 13 luxury large cars in 2010. A few of the M35’s competitors include the:- Mercedes-Benz E-Class
- BMW 5-Series
- Lexus GS Hybrid
- Jaguar XF
- Audi A6