DecodedCars2009 Infiniti EX35
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2009 models.
- Class
- Small Station Wagons
- Engines
- 3.5L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 19 combined · 17 city / 24 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 19 MPG combined, 19% below the 2009 small station wagon average of 23.5 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2009 Infiniti EX35 is a small station wagon offered with a 3.5L 6-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (17 city / 24 highway), 19% worse than the 2009 small station wagon average of 23.5 MPG, for an estimated $4,350 a year in fuel.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.
What changed for 2009
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2008 EX35 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2008; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2008 EX35 →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX35 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 19 | -19% | $4,350 | 468 |
| EX35 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 19 | -19% | $4,350 | 468 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2009 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2009 Infiniti EX35 under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2009 small station wagons
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Infiniti EX35 (this car) | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2009 Audi A3 | 24 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2009 Volvo V50 | 24 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2009 Infiniti EX35.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2009 Infiniti EX35 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2009 Infiniti EX35 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Air Bags — 3 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Steering — 2 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
- Power Train — 1 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 82,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2009 Infiniti EX35. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other EX35 years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Infiniti. How we calculate this →