The New Look Infiniti G Line Up

With the 2011 Model Year range now available in Europe, Infiniti G models are honed to give the customer a better clarity of choice, thanks to a simplified range with few options but generous standard equipment. Every model in the all-V6 line-up is now equipped as standard with a 7-speed adaptive automatic transmission with steering wheel paddle-shift for precise manual control when the need, or mood, arises.

Now with standard 7-speed automatic transmission with paddle-shift, the entry model to Infiniti’s European line-up is a spacious and luxurious four-door saloon with a seriously sporting side. Its tuneful V6 delivers 0-62mph in just 5.9 seconds while cornering poise is assured thanks to resolved rear-drive handling and near-perfect weight distribution. And with features such as bi-Xenon adaptive cornering lights, power front seats and 18-inch alloy wheels as standard, the exclusive G sets the pace for equipment.

Infiniti’s seductive Malbec Black paint finish is now available on all 2011 G models. The colour first appeared on the M saloon in 2010 and quickly became a hit with buyers.

The entry GT model, with its leather trim and heated seats among other features, not only ramps up the luxury but also the all-seasons capability with standard all-wheel drive. One of the most popular of G models across Europe, the Gx uses the intelligent torque split ATTESA E-TS system, also fitted to the EX and FX crossovers. It retains rear-drive handling feel while adding four-wheel drive traction with up to 50% of torque going to the front wheels when required. The paddle-shift automatic enhances the sportiness, with 0-62mph in just 6.0 seconds.

Luxury, capability and technology all come together in the GT Premium. Based on the G37x with its powerful V6, 7-speed automatic and intelligent all-wheel drive, the G Saloon technology flagship adds features such as Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC), Connectiviti+ HDD satnav, 30 GB Music Box, Bose 10-speaker sound system, reversing camera and a sunroof.

The most sportingly well resolved member of the G Saloon family, the S Premium makes the most of its balanced FM (front-midship) platform with a combination of rear-wheel drive, 4-Wheel Active Steer, Viscous Limited Slip Differential, sports suspension and enhanced braking. The V6 automatic also lacks for little in the equipment stakes, with its leather covered sports seats and roll call of high technology – Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC), Connectiviti+ HDD satnav, 30 GB Music Box and Bose sound system, among others – from the GT Premium.

New body colours and a dynamic new design of alloy wheel mark out the 2011 Coupe which in any form has the exhilarating V6 performance to go with its athletic looks. As well as the Malbec Black paint option from the Saloon, all Coupe versions are optionally available with Lapis Blue paint. Both have been designed to set off the new 18-inch wheel design of the GT to perfection. And both new colours are Scratch Shield which makes fine marks disappear, helping to keep the bodywork pristine for years to come. Options include the Multimedia system (satnav, Bose, reversing camera, HDD Music Box) at £2400.

With its 2011-spec standard rear spoiler, Infiniti’s latest design of 19-inch alloy wheel plus all the ingredients that S stands for – including 4-Wheel Active Steer, Viscous Limited Slip Differential, sports suspension and enhanced braking – the 2011 S comes with strong driver focus as standard.

The flagship Coupe blends sporting appeal and standard-fit technology like few rivals. It gets all the handling enhancements from the S model plus the innovative and user-friendly Connectiviti+ multimedia package comprising HDD satnav with 3D graphics, voice command and, uniquely, access to Michelin Guide information, along with 30 GB Music Box and Bose sound system. Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) is also fitted.

With the top Premium specification and automatic transmission proving by far the most popular combination for European Convertible buyers, Infiniti has cut the 2011 range down to just one lavishly equipped model. The 155mph four-seat convertible, with an electric folding hard-top that takes the car from beautiful coupe to beautiful cabrio in just 25 seconds, benefits from the new 19-inch wheel design along with the optional new body colours. As before, standard equipment is both very complete and wide-ranging, including climate-controlled front seats, Bose 13-speaker sound system with personal head-rest speakers,   Connectiviti+ satnav, 300-CD capacity HDD Music Box and Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC). Remaining unique to this model is the option (at (at £890) of Monaco red leather upholstery and red-stained Maple Wood interior trim.