EX35 is Too Small for My Young Family

2008 Infiniti EX35 Journey AWD

model as tested $36,850

Test Drove 11/20/08 – 11/26/08
reviewed by Courtney Messenbaugh

The 2008 Infiniti EX35 Journey wants to get up and go; it’s one of the zippiest cars I’ve driven in recent memory. It’s attractive to look at and lots of fun to drive. Of course, a powerful engine like the EX35’s cuts down a bit on fuel efficiency, which is an EPA-estimated 16/23 mpg city/highway. I was averaging about 19 mpg. Fuel prices are lower for now, but I’d still like to see a car this size do a better job with fuel efficiency.

The EX35 is a car that has much to recommend it: it’s comfortable; it has cutting-edge technological features that make life prettier and easier (think self-repairing paint and a power-folding backseat); welcome lighting that senses your Intelligent Key and responds by casting a radiant glow in the car to say “hello” as you approach; lovely design elements; great safety features; and, gosh darn it, it just feels good.

Oh, how I enjoyed driving this car, but it wasn’t meant to be between us. For someone like me who has wee children, there just wasn’t enough room. How rude! Alas, while this isn’t a car for me at this stage of my life, I’d recommend that anyone beyond the diapers’ stage give this car a look.

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