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2013 Infiniti M37

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems โ€” with the pros and cons against similar 2013 models.

Class
Midsize Cars
Body styles
4dr Sedan, /M56 4dr Sedan M37x AWD/M37 Sport/M56
Engines
3.7L 6-cyl
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline
MPG (best)
21 combined ยท 18 city / 26 hwy
Length
194.9 in
Curb weight
3,858โ€“4,028 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 21 MPG combined, 17% below the 2013 midsize car average of 25.3 MPG.
  • Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 29 similar 2013 models โ€” not a review. How we calculate this โ†’

Overview

The 2013 Infiniti M37 is a midsize car offered with a 3.7L 6-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 195 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 114-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,858 lb (4dr Sedan).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 21 MPG combined (18 city / 26 highway), 17% worse than the 2013 midsize car average of 25.3 MPG, for an estimated $3,900 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 14 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the steering.

What changed for 2013

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2012 M37 โ€” a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2012; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2012 M37 โ†’

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
4dr Sedan194.9 in72.8 in59.1 in114.2 in62.2 / 61.8 in3,858 lb54/46
/M56 4dr Sedan M37x AWD/M37 Sport/M56194.9 in72.8 in59.1 in114.2 in62.2 / 61.8 in4,028 lb54/46

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence โ€“ Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements โ†’

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCOโ‚‚ g/mi
M373.7L 6-cylAutomatic (S7)Rear-Wheel Drive18 / 26 / 21-17%$3,900420
M37x3.7L 6-cylAutomatic (S7)All-Wheel Drive18 / 24 / 20-21%$4,100447
5/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
5/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $7,500Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
25.3 MPG2013 Midsize Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2013 EPA class average. How we calculate this โ†’

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2013 Infiniti M37.

Similar 2013 midsize cars

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2013 Infiniti M37 (this car)21 MPGNot rated0
2013 BMW 5 Series27 MPGNot rated0
2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class26 MPGNot rated0
2013 Audi A426 MPGNot rated4
2013 Audi A628 MPGNot rated6
2013 Lexus LS20 MPGNot rated1
2013 Tesla Model S265 miNot rated11

Recalls (0)

No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2013 Infiniti M37.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA โ†—

Not every 2013 Infiniti M37 is affected โ€” only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

14Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
1Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
0Injuries reported
41,050 miTypical mileage at failure
Steering5
Air Bags3
Electrical System2
Vehicle Speed Control2
Power Train2
Wheels1
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)1
Suspension1
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
16/08: 117/02: 117/05: 117/11: 118/10: 119/08: 120/05: 120/08: 221/01: 122/12: 123/11: 126/04: 126/10: 116/0817/0518/1020/0521/0123/1126/10max 2

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2013 Infiniti M37 buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
  2. Steering โ€” 5 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
  3. Air Bags โ€” 3 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
  4. Electrical System โ€” 2 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 41,050 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2013 Infiniti M37. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2012 M3721194.9 inNot rated027
2011 M3721194.9 inNot rated017

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Infiniti. How we calculate this โ†’