INFINITI G35 vs. INFINITI Q50
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the INFINITI G35 and INFINITI Q50 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the INFINITI G35 and the INFINITI Q50.
In comparing the INFINITI G35's and the INFINITI Q50's specifications and ratings, the INFINITI G35 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. The INFINITI Q50 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the INFINITI G35's and the INFINITI Q50's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2008 INFINITI G35 ranges from $4,989 to $12,157 while a used 2024 INFINITI Q50 is priced between $35,980 to $48,569.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the INFINITI G35’s base engine makes 306 horsepower, and the INFINITI Q50 base engine makes 300 horsepower. The G35 is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 480 miles. The Q50 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 580 miles. This gives the INFINITI Q50 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the INFINITI G35. The G35 uses gasoline, and the Q50 uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The INFINITI Q50 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The INFINITI G35 has the advantage in the areas of front head room and rear head room. The INFINITI G35 and INFINITI Q50 are comparable in regards to cargo space.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$32,250
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$43,933 - $63,510
Starting MSRP:
$43,050
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
$48,375
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
$31,800 - $79,900
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$8,353
Price Range:
$4,989 - $12,157
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
61
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
150,228
# Good or Great Deals:
15
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$42,201
Price Range:
$35,980 - $48,569
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
$52,490
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
$35,163 - $100,522
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
278
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
3,340
# Good or Great Deals:
33
INFINITI G35 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
INFINITI Q50 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for INFINITI G35
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for INFINITI Q50
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
10.5
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
10.6
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
8.1 - 14.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
5.2%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.4
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
2.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
1.2 - 14.6
INFINITI G35 Rankings
Not yet available
INFINITI Q50 Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
9 out of / 36Ranking
10 out of / 31Ranking
13 out of / 36Ranking
14 out of / 36Ranking
21 out of / 36Ranking
33 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
INFINITI G35 Trim Levels
Base, Journey, Sport, x
INFINITI Q50 Trim Levels
Luxe, Red Sport 400, Sensory
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
306 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
268 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.088 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.080 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
340 / 480 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 29 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
400 / 580 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Internet Radio:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3497 lbs
Width:
69.8 inches
Height:
57.2 inches
Length:
187 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3732 lbs
Width:
71.8 inches
Height:
56.8 inches
Length:
189.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Obsidian
Blue
Blue Slate / Lakeshore Slate
Gray
Desert Platinum / Platinum Graphite Metallic
Red
Garnet Ember
Silver
Liquid Platinum Metallic
White
Ivory Pearl
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Obsidian
Blue
Grand Blue
Gray
Graphite Shadow
Red
Dynamic Sunstone Red
Silver
Not available
White
Majestic White
Interior Colors
Black
Graphite
Brown
Wheat
Gray
Stone
Beige
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Graphite
Brown
Not available
Gray
Stone
Beige
Saddle Brown