Infinity M35 Sedan Review
Almost exactly the same as its 2009 predecessor, the 2010 Infinity M35 sedan continues its steady performance with the same 3.5L V6 dual overhead cam (DOHC) engine as last year. The engine is rated at 303 horsepower at 6,800 rpm. The torque served up by this power plant is 262 foot pounds at 4,800 rpm. The compression ratio of this engine is 10.6, with a 95.5 millimeter bore and an 81.4 mm stroke. This same engine is available in both the rear wheel drive and all wheel drive models.
The engine has four valves per cylinder controlled by variable valve and camshaft timing to reduce emissions and to deliver full power throughout its performance range. The sequential multi point fuel injection system helps the M35 get the maximum possible fuel efficiency. Infinity calls for the use of only premium unleaded gasoline in this car, making its mileage rating and high octane requirement particularly expensive.
The fuel economy for this car is 17 mpg city and 25 mpg highway which is actually a step backwards from the EPA rating of previous years TheCarConnection.com calls the M35′s engine suitably swift for the class, noting its good acceleration.
The 2010 model of the M35 ends the M35 production cycle, with a redesigned 2011 model expected. Some in the automobile industry have compared the 2010 M35 to a lame duck politician: just keeping the place with its track record, but no expectations of any real change (except for the availability of new paint colors) until next year’s model becomes available.
