2009 Infiniti G Line Named to '10 Best Cars' List by Car and Driver Magazine

FRANKLIN, Tenn., December 2, 2008: Infiniti has added another prestigious award to its trophy case with the announcement that its 2009 G Coupe and Sedan have captured a place on Car and Driver magazine's annual "10 Best Cars" list.

Lauded for its "enhanced performance," the Infiniti G was recognized by Car and Driver for its powerful engine, agile handling, and quality of interior appointments and features. The Infiniti G has been a part of the magazine's "10 Best Cars" list for 2003, 2004, 2007 and now 2009.

"The 2009 Infiniti G is back on Car and Driver's '10 Best' list due in part to its 3.7-liter engine and new 7-speed automatic that provide more power and better gas mileage than last year," said Ben Poore, vice president of Infiniti. "It's yet another reason why we believe the Infiniti G is one of the best sport coupe and sedan lineups on the market, and it's particularly gratifying when that fact is confirmed by leading automotive experts."

The heart of the Infiniti G is its advanced powertrain, anchored by the 3.7-liter DOHC V-6 that cranks out 330 horsepower in the G Coupe and 328 horsepower in the G Sedan. This award-winning engine is backed by a new 7- speed automatic transmission with available magnesium paddle shifters or a smooth-shifting 6-speed manual. For the first time, both the Infiniti G Coupe and Sedan are also available in all-wheel drive versions.

Inside, the Infiniti G Coupe and Sedan invokes "modern warmth" - a sophisticated, luxury interior that also has an inviting feel. It is enhanced by the available Infiniti Studio on Wheels(TM) by Bose(R) sound system, which was designed specifically to perform comparably to a high-end home entertainment system.

A hardtop convertible version of the Infiniti G, the 2009 G37 Convertible, made its global debut last month at the Los Angeles Auto Show and is scheduled to go on sale in the spring.