2013 INFINITI G Sedan Press Kit

When the INFINITI G Sedan was originally introduced it broke new ground in the premium sports sedan segment with one simple yet radical change – adding stunning visual appeal to a segment known more for what resided below the skin than the skin itself.  That the INFINITI G matched its aggressive exterior design with equally aggressive and groundbreaking performance and handling was more than just a bonus.  It became the new benchmark in the sports sedan segment.  Now many years later, the INFINITI G Sedan continues to offer a unique combination of world-class performance, seductive styling and modern craftsmanship.

For 2013, the inspired sports sedan features a streamlined model lineup with three available models in its final generation year: G37x AWD Luxury, G37x AWD Sport and G37 M6 Sport. Each comes equipped with a standard 328-horsepower 3.7-litre VVEL V6, mated to a choice of 7-speed automatic (G37 Luxury and G37x AWD) or 6-speed manual (G37 Sport 6MT) transmissions, and a 4-wheel independent suspension with lightweight aluminum components to provide responsive acceleration and agile handling.  The G37x AWD model adds INFINITI's ATTESA E-TS® Intelligent All-Wheel Drive system.

All 2013 INFINITI G Sedans continue to offer a strikingly seductive exterior, defined by a sleek wave-form hood, trademark taillights, raked A-pillars and athletic stance.  Inside, the G Sedan provides a crafted, heritage-inspired interior environment and luxury features such as standard leather-appointed seating and an available audiophile-quality INFINITI Studio on Wheels® by Bose®.

The G37 Sedan Sport 6MT model features unique sport front fascia and headlights, 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, Sport Brakes, Sport-tuned Suspension and front sport seats.

The complete 2013 G Sedan lineup is as follows: G37x AWD Luxury, G37x AWD Sport and G37 M6 Sport.

Inspired, Sporty Styling For 2013

The G Sedan was restyled in 2010 with new headlights and grille, which offer a crisp form and high quality feel.  The G's standard fog lights were moved from their previous location in the headlight cluster to the lower fascia where they help provide a more upscale and distinctive appearance.  Every G offers standard High Intensity Discharge (HID) bi-functional Xenon headlights.  G37 Sport models also feature distinctive front fascia and separate fog lights.  The silhouette offers a wedged roofline and a sweeping bodyside character line that emphasizes both the rich shoulder surfaces and the G's rear-wheel drive orientation.

In the rear, the refined, evolutional L-shaped LED taillights express the G heritage and the INFINITI design identity.  The trunk lid is accented by an integrated spoiler, while prominent dual exhaust outlets complete the sporty appearance.  G37 and G37x AWD models feature 17" Alloy Wheels with rich silver metallic paint finish and chrome plated lug nuts.

For model year 2013, eight exterior colours are offered: Malbec Black, Plasma Red, Platinum Ice, Blue Onyx, Black Obsidian, Pyrite Grey, Asgard Grey and Aspen Pearl.

Interior Refinements Add to Crafted, Quality Feel

Every 2013 G Sedan offers a crafted interior environment with a long list of standard or available luxury features, such as standard leather-appointed seating and "Shodo" aluminum trim inspired by a style of Japanese calligraphy. Also available is an audiophile-quality INFINITI Studio on Wheels by Bose premium audio system, which combines Bose's 3-way speakers using 10-inch subwoofers in the front doors with a parcel shelf-mounted subwoofer in the rear.

2013 G's feature a predominately white colour scheme for the gauges and LCD instrument display, improving both legibility and cohesiveness of design. In keeping with tradition, a refined analog INFINITI clock is standard on all 2013 G37 models.

Unchanged is the G's harmony between the dedicated driver's cockpit and comfortable passenger space – and between modern technology and traditional Japanese design cues.  The result is a "modern warmth" that is unique in the sport sedan segment.  The driver's area has a simple, intuitive layout with easy-to-read electroluminescent gauges.  A centre information display, located between the tachometer and speedometer, conveys updates from the drive computer (average fuel consumption, instantaneous fuel economy, average speed, elapsed time, running distance, distance to empty, outside air temperature, warning displays, odometer and automatic transmission shift indicator).

The G's available INFINITI Navigation System features 08IT technology and a display screen with higher resolution than the previous generation.  The navigation system includes Streaming Audio via Bluetooth® and Zagat® Restaurant Guide.  The system also includes a touch screen, and Voice Recognition.

Other technologies include: standard INFINITI Intelligent Key with Push Button Ignition, standard 7.0-inch colour monitor display, standard XM® Satellite Radio (XM® subscription required, sold separately), available RearView Monitor, Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System and Intelligent Cruise Control with Preview Braking.

Powerful, Responsive 3.7-litre V6 Performance

The G37 stands out in class with it advanced 3.7-litre VQ37HR V6 with VVEL (Variable Valve Event & Lift). Rated at 328 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque, the engine's VVEL system combines hydraulic-controlled variable valve timing and electronically controlled variable valve lift on the intake side to help improve performance and response.

The VVEL system also offers improved emissions and fuel efficiency over the non-VVEL designs.  The VVEL intake camshafts, featuring continuously variable lift control teamed with the Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS), allow for a 7,600 rpm redline.

The engine also features rigid ladder frame construction, large crank journal and pin diameters, asymmetric piston skirts, twin knock sensors, an electronically controlled "drive-by-wire" throttle system, coated lightweight pistons, Iridium spark plugs and a symmetric twin air intake system.  The specially tuned dual exhaust system features equal length exhaust manifolds and low muffler exhaust backpressure to help improve engine breathing.  Both intake and exhaust enhance driving pleasure with their authentic performance notes.

To help take full advantage of the refined engine design, the G37 Sedan comes with a standard (except for the G37S Sport 6MT model) 7-speed automatic transmission with Downshift Rev Matching, Drive Sport mode and ASC (Adaptive Shift Control) that allows for sportier shifts in performance driving situations.  Solid magnesium paddle shifters are standard on G37 as part of the Sport Package for G37x AWD models.  The G37S Sport 6MT features a smooth-shifting, close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission.

"It is important to us to offer the G Sedan with a choice of transmissions – the 6-speed manual for the pure sports enthusiasts and our refined 7-speed automatic that, especially when combined with the available steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters, provides nearly the same high level of driver control," said Durward.

For the G37x AWD Sedan, estimated fuel economy is rated at 11.7 L/100 km City and 7.8 L/100 km Highway with the 7-speed automatic transmission and 12.3 L/100 km City/ 7.9 L/100 km Highway for the G37 Sport with the 6-speed manual transmission.

Every 2013 G37 Sedan is equipped with the advanced FM platform, which locates the engine behind the front axle in the "Front Mid-ship" position.  The positioning of the engine provides good front-to-rear weight balance, while the combination of long wheelbase, manageable overall length and wide front and rear track adds to the G Sedan's overall handling stability.  The G's suspension is a 4-wheel independent design with lightweight aluminum components and front and rear stabilizer bars, designed to provide nimble and natural feeling handling, as well as a controlled, refined ride. 

The front suspension minimizes alignment changes through use of a single pivot lower wishbone and a long upper link.  The rear suspension design separates the shock absorbers and springs, locating the shock absorber inline with the wheel centre to help reduce suspension friction and reduce the wind-up motion of the axle on acceleration.

The INFINITI G37 Sport 6MT includes a sport-tuned suspension and 14.7:1 sport-tuned steering gear.

The G37x Sedan AWD model features a state-of-the-art "intelligent" all-wheel drive system with INFINITI's ATTESA E-TSâ (Advanced Total Traction Engineering System for All Electronic Torque Split) all-wheel drive system.  The system utilizes an active torque distribution management system with an active centre clutch designed for smooth starts and better traction and maneuverability on snowy roads than conventional all-wheel drive systems, plus minimal compromise of rear-wheel drive performance characteristics on dry roads.

All 2013 G's, rear-wheel and all-wheel drive, also come with standard Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC), helping to enhance vehicle stability under a variety of driving conditions, while Viscous Limited Slip Differential (VLSD) is included on the G37S Sport 6MT.

The G's brake system utilizes power-assisted 4-wheel vented disc brakes with 4-channel, 4-sensor Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA).  Larger brakes (14.0-inch front, 13.8-inch rear) with 4-piston front/2-piston rear calipers are standard on the G37S Sport 6MT.  Also available is a Preview Braking system (with Intelligent Cruise Control).  The power steering system is a vehicle-speed-sensing design, which provides optimum steering effort at both high and low vehicle speeds.

The 2013 G37x AWD features a standard 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheel design with painted finish and P225/55R17 tires. Larger 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels and P225/50R18 tires are standard on the G37x and M6 Sport models.  The G37 M6 Sport models also feature wider P245/45R18 rear tires.  

All 2013 G37 Sedans come equipped with INFINITI's Advanced Air Bag System (AABS) with dual-stage supplemental front air bags with seat belt and occupant classification sensors is standard, along with roof-mounted side impact supplemental air bags for front and rear-seat outboard occupant head protection. 

Also standard are 3-point ALR/ELR seat belts (driver's side ELR only) and front seat belts with pre-tensioners and load limiters and adjustable upper anchors, front seat Active Head Restraints and the LATCH System (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren).  Brake-Operated Pre-Crash Seat Belts are available as part of the Technology Package.  The G Sedan also features Zone Body Construction with front and rear crushable zones to help disperse crash energy around the passenger compartment.

Six Well-Equipped Models

The 2013 INFINITI G Sedan is available in three models –G37x AWD Luxury, G37x AWD Sport and G37 M6 Sport.

Several options and packages are available for the 2013 G Sedan, including the Premium Package, Hi-Tech Package, Interior Accent Package and the Navigation Package.

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