Infiniti G Coupe (09 on) - Review

Review by David Ross on
Last Updated: 16 December 2010
Infiniti is the upmarket brand of Nissan - in a similar way that Toyota has Lexus - and the G Coupe is the most sports-focussed model in the range. It's designed to be a high-quality alternative to models such as the Audi A5 and BMW 3-Series Coupe with supreme build quality and top-class refinement. It certainly feels like a luxury car on the move with superb refinement while it's also enjoyable to drive with impressive handling. The fact that Infiniti is quite unknown means the G Coupe is a rare sight on the road and attracts attention, although the styling isn't particularly daring or distinctive. The biggest drawback is the limited engine line-up - there's currently only one petrol - a 3.7-litre V6 which is thirsty. The interior also lacks the style and sophistication of alternatives, while the rear seats are cramped. However, Infiniti dealers, although few and far between, do offer the highest levels of customer service.
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Running costs

While the G Coupe is well equipped as standard, it's not very cheap to run with a thirsty V6 engine and expensive road tax. Insurance is costly too with all versions in group 45 (in the newer rating from 1-50) which is the equivalent of group 19 in the old system. And while Infiniti dealers offer superb levels of customer care that would make even Lexus owners slightly jealous, it's not cheap by any means. Expect service rates and parts to be expensive, and likely to be on a par with Porsche.

Summary Running Costs

Servicing period

Every two years/20,000 miles.

Warranty

Three years/60,000 miles.

Road tax (12 months)

£460.00 - £460.00

Vehicle excise duty (VED) varies according to the CO2 emissions and the fuel type of the vehicle. For cars registered after March 1st 2001 VED or road tax is based on the car's CO2 emissions. For cars registered before March 1st 2001 it is based on engine size.

Full running costs data

1.5 out of 5

Green credentials

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CO2 emission figure (g/km)

Fuel economy rating

The arrows indicate the best and worst CO2 bands for this model.

Emissions summary

While a diesel is in the pipeline, the only engine currently available in the G Coupe is the thirsty 3.7-litre V6. It averages just 27mpg while CO2 emissions are high at 248g/km (246g/km with the automatic) - hardly environmentally-friendly.

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