DecodedCars2012 Infiniti EX35
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2012 models.
- Class
- Small Station Wagons
- Body styles
- 4dr Cuv AWD Luxury/Journey
- Engines
- 3.5L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 20 combined · 17 city / 24 hwy
- Length
- 182.3 in
- Curb weight
- 3,915 lb
- 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 20 MPG combined, 19% below the 2012 small station wagon average of 24.7 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 2012 Infiniti EX35 is a small station wagon offered with a 3.5L 6-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 182 inches long and 71 inches wide on a 110-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,915 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 20 MPG combined (17 city / 24 highway), 19% worse than the 2012 small station wagon average of 24.7 MPG, for an estimated $4,100 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.
What changed for 2012
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2011 EX35 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2011; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2011 EX35 →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Cuv AWD Luxury/Journey | 182.3 in | 70.9 in | 62.6 in | 110.2 in | 60.2 / 60.2 in | 3,915 lb | 53/47 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX35 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 20 | -19% | $4,100 | 444 |
| EX35 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 23 / 19 | -23% | $4,350 | 468 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2012 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2012 Infiniti EX35.
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Infiniti EX35.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2012 Infiniti EX35 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2012 Infiniti EX35 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Air Bags — 2 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Seats — 1 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Engine — 1 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 71,000 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 2012 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 →