Infiniti Announces 2002 I35 Pricing
- Increased Amenities and Competitive Pricing Add to I35's Appeal -
GARDENA, Calif., Sept. 17 Infiniti, the luxury division of
Nissan North America, Inc., today announced pricing on the new 2002 I35 luxury
performance sedan, which has been significantly enhanced for the 2002 model
year with an all-new 255-horsepower 3.5-liter V6, interior and exterior
upgrades and a new name -- I35. The 3.5-liter V6 is based on the VQ engine
series, recognized as one of the "Ten Best Engines" by Ward's Auto World
magazine for seven consecutive years.
I35 MSRP for the base Luxury Model is $28,750, compared to 2001's base
model MSRP of $29,715. The new I35 went on sale on September 12, 2001 at more
than 150 retailers nationwide.
The changes for 2002 are designed to maintain the I35's positioning as the
standard bearer in its class in terms of power, handling and luxury
appointments. I35 styling and standard interior refinements include a
Q45-like grille, redesigned front and rear appearance, refined
leather-appointed seats, wood-tone/leather steering wheel, wood-tone shift
knob, in-dash 6-disc CD changer, traction control, Electronic Brake force
Distribution, Brake Assist, 17" aluminum alloy wheels, and a long list of
amenities. New features for 2002 include optional chrome wheels and rear
heated seats and heated steering wheel are added to the Cold Weather Package.
New option packages and amenities added to the Luxury Model allow I35
customers to tailor the vehicle to their exact taste.
Most I35 models will be equipped with the Sunroof and Sunshade Package.
Included in this package are a power sliding glass sunroof with tilt and
sunshade and power rear window sunshade. MSRP for the Luxury Model with the
Sunroof and Sunshade Package is $30,130.
Building on the Sunroof and Sunshade Package, the Sport Package includes
the same features in the Sunroof and Sunshade Package plus a sport-tuned
suspension, 17-inch sport wheels, P225/50R17 performance tires, Vehicle
Dynamic Control and side sill spoilers. MSRP for the Luxury Model with Sport
Package is $31,830.
"The new I35 clearly demonstrates Infiniti's goal to offer the most
advanced vehicles in class, providing power and luxury features that
constantly one-up the competition," said Mark McNabb, vice president and
general manager, Infiniti Division. "With a package of new enhancements for
2002, I35 offers consumers a sedan with authoritative performance, surprising
luxury, outstanding driver control and confidence all for a great value."
I35's new 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve V6 producing 255 horsepower and
246 lb-ft of torque, an increase of 28 horsepower and 29 lb-ft from the
previous 3.0-liter I30 engine. Enhancements made to the new V6 include
continuous variable valve timing control (CVTC), a silent chain for quieter
operation, structural reinforcements and an electronically controlled
"drive-by-wire" throttle system.
The 2002 I35 also features a more luxurious interior, with Sojourner
leather-appointed seats like those found in Infiniti's flagship Q45, signature
Infiniti clock, an electroflorescent fine-vision meter cluster with
multi-function trip computer, new wood-tone and leather-wrapped tilt steering
wheel and variable sunroof switch. Standard equipment includes a new Bose(R)
7-speaker premium audio system with AM/FM in-dash 6-disc CD changer, steering
wheel audio controls, speed-sensitive volume control and Radio Data System
(RDS) function.
Infiniti is supported by a network of approximately 150 retailers
throughout North America and offers a range of luxury vehicles including the
Infiniti QX4 luxury Sport Utility Vehicles, G20 sports sedan, I35 luxury
sedan, and flagship Q45 luxury performance sedan. For more information on the
complete line of Infiniti luxury vehicles and the Total Ownership Experience
(TOE) philosophy, visit Infiniti on the Web at http://www.Infiniti.com.
Complete pricing and trim levels are available on the attached sheet.
2002 Infiniti I35 Pricing
MSRP
Luxury Model 3.5-L V6 engine/4-speed automatic transmission $28,750
Options Sport Package $1,700
Sunroof & Sunshade Package $1,380
Cold Weather Package $700
Navigation Package $2,000
Chrome Wheels $1,600
Side Sills $500
Rear Spoiler $500
Full-size Spare Tire $180
Option Content
Sport Package Navigation Package
Vehicle Dynamic Control Infiniti Navigation System
Sport-tuned suspension 6-disc autochanger (trunk
P225/50R17 V-Rated All Season tires mounted)
Leather-wrapped steering wheel (Requires Sunroof & Sunshade
& shift knob Package)
Side sills
(Requires Sunroof & Sunshade Package) Chrome Wheel Package
Factory chrome wheels (4)
(Requires Sport Package)
Sunroof & Sunshade Package
Power sliding glass sunroof with Side Sills
tilt and Sunshade (Luxury Model only; Requires
Power rear-window sunshade Sunroof & Sunshade Package;
(Luxury Model only; Included with Sport Package)
Included with Sport Package)
Cold Weather Package Rear Spoiler
Heated front and rear seats (Requires Sport Package)
with two heat Settings
Leather-wrapped heated steering wheel Full-size Spare
Heated outside mirrors 17" spare tire with
(Requires Sunroof & Sunshade Package) aluminum-alloy
Wheel
(Requires Sunroof & Sunshade
Package)
Note: Full-size Spare -- Due to the new 17" standard wheels, temporary
spare tires will now be standard on the Luxury Model to prevent an
automatic reduction storage space. Since a full-size spare tire is a
desirable feature with many I35 buyers, it will now be offered as an
option on both the Luxury Model and Sport Package. Although this option
will result in slightly smaller trunk volume on the Luxury Model, the
customer will appreciate storage compartments to the sides of the spare
tire under the flat raised floor.
