First Test: 2011 Infiniti M37 - MotorTrend Magazine
The venerable Nissan 3. 7-liter V-6 underhood in the 2011 Infiniti M37 we recently test drove is satisfyingly powerful. The M37's V-6 is mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission in both rear- and all-wheel-drive models. Fuel economy for the rear-drive model we piloted is 18/26 mpg city/highway, on par with most competitive models, although BMW manages to wring 19/28 mpg out of its new 2011 535i. For those who are more frugal, the M35 hybrid is on the way for the... If you are looking for a true canyon-carver from Infiniti, the smaller G sedan is probably the better fit, but the M can more than hold its own. The car we had was fitted with 18-inch alloys that didn't fill up the wheel wells, but what they lacked in size was offset by a slightly tighter turning radius and smoother ride. While the new M37's overall shape in some ways resembles a swollen G37, there are several details unique to the car. The upright double-arch grille features chrome strakes that jut out just beyond the edges, a look that's continued with the chrome bars framing the license plate. Another highlight is what Infiniti calls the "wave-like" sheetmetal forming the lip of the trunk lid. Source: www.motortrend.com
