Infiniti EX35
Infiniti
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Compact rear-drive-based crossover (2008-2013). VQ35 V6. Predecessor to the QX50.
The Infiniti EX35 is a compact luxury crossover built on the rear-drive FM platform, sharing hardware with the G sedan. The VQ35 3.5 liter V6 gave it sport-sedan-like driving character in a small, premium body. It was renamed EX37 and then QX50 in Infiniti naming changes. On WhipJury, the EX35 appears as a compact, car-like used crossover with the familiar VQ V6.
EX35 specifications
VQ35 3.5 liter V6, around 297 horsepower. Rear-wheel drive or AWD. 5-speed automatic. Rear-drive FM platform shared with the G.
Frequently asked questions about Infiniti EX35
Is the EX35 rear-wheel drive?
Yes, it is built on the rear-drive FM platform shared with the G, with all-wheel drive optional. That gives it more engaging handling than most compact crossovers.
Is the EX35 the same as the QX50?
It is the predecessor. The EX35 became the EX37 and then the QX50 under Infiniti naming changes, though the second-generation QX50 moved to a different platform.