2008 Infiniti G37 Convertible Overview
Seductive Coupe-like Styling, Three-Piece Folding Hardtop and 325 Horsepower
3.7-Liter VVEL V6 Provide Year-Round, All-Climate Excitement
When the road calls, the Infiniti G has always been quick to answer. Since its introduction
in 2002, the G has been known for delivering the most rewarding combination of fluid
design and exhilarating performance in its segment. It’s a reputation that’s been burnished
in the intervening years, with the successive introductions of second generations of each –
the G37 Sedan and G37 Coupe – both brimming with advanced technology including the
responsive 3.7-liter V6 with VVEL technology, available Intelligent All-Wheel Drive and
premium audio and navigation systems.
Now, the Infiniti G is about to embark on a voyage to another dimension – the wide-open
exhilaration of wide-open motoring – with the introduction of the all-new 2009 Infiniti G37
Convertible, which is scheduled to go on sale in spring 2009.
“As the latest expression of our Inspired Performance, the Infiniti G Convertible instills equal
parts lust and envy – lust for its exotically beautiful styling and envy for its unmatched
performance credentials,” said Ben Poore, vice president of marketing for Infiniti.
The G Convertible retains the Infiniti’s G’s sporty long cabin/short trunk proportions through
use of a three-piece steel hardtop, providing a “dual beauty” – that rare occurrence when a
convertible looks as good with the top up as down.
The G Convertible’s inviting interior includes standard leather-appointed seating, an
available Bose® Open Air Sound System that dynamically changes equalization based on
outside noise, top position and vehicle speed, an Adaptive Dual Zone Climate Control
System that adjusts fan speed in accordance to top position and vehicle speed, and
available Climate-Controlled seats that provides both heating and cooling functions.
Every 2009 G37 Convertible comes equipped with a standard 3.7-liter VQ-series V6 with
VVEL (for Variable Valve Event and Lift) rated at 325 horsepower. The engine is backed by
a choice of an electronically controlled 7-speed automatic transmission with available
magnesium paddle shifters or a responsive close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission.
Seductive Styling Inside and Out
The G37 Convertible maintains a coupe-like silhouette with the top up through use of a
special three-piece “clamshell” retractable hardtop, which allows for use of a shorter rear
overhang and low trunk lid. Compared to G Coupe, the G Convertible utilizes all-new body
panels from the A-pillar back, along with a 1.1-inch wider overall width, wider rear track
and modified rear suspension.
The automatic top opening/closing sequence takes approximately 30 seconds from start to
finish. The open/close switch is located on center console, just behind the transmission
shifter lever.
Along with its stunning G Coupe-like proportions, the G Convertible offers signature Infiniti
styling cues such as flowing front fender curves, a wave-style aluminum hood, expressive
front fascia with double-arch grille and L-shaped High-Intensity Discharge (HID) bifunctional
xenon headlights with integrated fog lamps. The G37S Convertible Sport 6MT
and G37 Convertible with Sport Package include a unique front fascia/bumper design. In
the rear, the taillights are unique to the G Convertible, incorporating an inner “circle of
light” for added style. The chrome rear trunk finisher incorporates both an integrated highmount
stoplight and the small camera for the standard RearView Monitor system.
The G37 Convertible is offered with Infiniti’s advanced “self-healing” Scratch Shield paint in
eight exterior colors: Vibrant Red, Athens Blue, Liquid Platinum, Platinum Graphite, Black
Obsidian, Moonlight White and two G Convertible-exclusive colors, Midnight Garnet and
Pacific Sky.
“With the top up, the G Convertible’s seductive styling hides the fact that it’s a convertible.
With the top down, it takes on a personality all its own – revealing its beautiful, equally
dramatic interior design. It’s a car you can’t stop looking at,” said Poore.
The interior design combines sophistication, craftsmanship and thoughtfulness with unique,
available systems created to enhance the open-air driving experience. The driver-oriented
cockpit features an Infiniti signature “double wave” instrument panel design with Infiniti
electroluminescent instrumentation with white-and-violet illumination, integrated multifunction
information drive computer display and analog Infiniti clock. The double handstitched
leather-covered steering wheel is designed for maximum comfort and usability,
with standard wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls. Genuine magnesium paddle
shifters are available for the 7-speed automatic transmission (G37 Convertible with Sport
Package only).
Special aluminum interior trim, inspired by fine Japanese silk and unique to the G
Convertible, is located across the instrument panel, on the center console and on the door
panels. Also available is Genuine African Rosewood trim. Leather-appointed seating is
standard and is offered in three colors – Graphite (black), Wheat and Stone.
Heated 8-way power driver/8-way front passenger seats are standard, with Climate-
Controlled Seats (with heating and cooling functions) available as part of the Premium
Package. The G37S Convertible Sport 6MT and G37 Convertible with Sport Package include
special sport-styled front seats with manual thigh extension and driver’s power thigh and
torso support – along with sport stitching for the front seats and steering wheel, high-grip
aluminum pedals and foot rest and, with the 7-speed automatic, magnesium paddle
shifters. A power walk-in device with position memory provides easy access to the 2nd row
seats (the front seats move forward automatically at the touch of a button to allow
passengers into the rear seats). An available rear wind deflector helps reduce wind
turbulence when the top is down.
The 2009 G37 Convertible’s long list of comfort and convenience features includes standard
Infiniti Intelligent Key with Push Button Ignition and an Adaptive Dual Zone Climate Control
System includes an advanced air conditioning system that adjusts to provide optimal
comfort with the top up or down.
Two audio systems are available, starting with a standard 6-speaker AM/FM/6CD system
with MP3 playback capability, Radio Data System (RDS) and center console-mounted
auxiliary input, 7-inch color display and XM® Satellite Radio.
A second system is also available– a 13-speaker Infiniti Bose® Open Air Sound system
combining a 24-bit 96KHz Burr Brown® Digital Analog Converter (DAC) with an Audio Pilot
2™ system with microphone that automatically optimizes EQ settings for open/closed top
positions. The system’s special Bose® Personal Headrest Speakers, mounted in the front
seat headrests, enable superior front audio quality regardless of the top position. An
Interface System for iPod® is also included with this system.
Other available G37 Convertible features include a Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System
and the Infiniti Navigation System with available XM NavTraffic® with Real-Time Traffic
information, Infiniti Voice Recognition for navigation, audio and climate control functions,
and a 9.3GB Music Box Hard Drive with Compact Flash® drive slot.
“The design of the G Convertible interior takes into consideration the typical distractions
from fully enjoying open air driving, such as added interior noise and turbulence, added
heating and cooling system demand and even the fact that the seating surfaces can get hot
in the sun or cool at night,” said Poore. “Its inspired design anticipates the needs of the
user and presents solutions, enhancing the comfort and enjoyment of the driver and
passengers.”
Liberating Dynamic Performance
Like the G Coupe and G Sedan, the new G37 Convertible’s outstanding dynamic
performance credentials start with a combination of its advanced FM platform and awardwinning
V6 engine. Every G Convertible comes equipped with a standard 3.7-liter V6
engine with VVEL (for Variable Valve Event and Lift), rated at 325 horsepower and 267 lb-ft
of torque.
The VVEL system combines hydraulic-controlled variable valve timing and electronically
controlled variable valve lift on the intake side, helping to improve not only performance
and response but also emissions and fuel efficiency (over a non-VVEL system). It also
provides cleaner emissions by allowing for quicker warm-up of the catalyst and by
stabilizing combustion when the engine is cool.
The G Convertible is available with a choice of an electronically controlled 7-speed automatic
transmission with manual mode, downshift rev matching, Drive Sport (DS) mode and
Adaptive Shift Control (ASC) that allows for quicker shifts in sporty driving situations and
available genuine magnesium paddle shifters; or a responsive, lightweight close-ratio 6-
speed manual transmission on the G37 Sport 6MT. The G Convertible’s responsive handling
and ride performance is provided by its advanced FM (Front Mid-ship) platform design,
which optimizes front/rear weight balance and creates a rigid, stable foundation for the 4-
wheel independent suspension. The front suspension is a double-wishbone design, with a
single pivot lower wishbone and a long upper link. The multi-link rear suspension separates
the shock absorbers and springs, locating the shock absorber inline with the wheel center.
These designs help minimize alignment changes and reduce suspension friction for nimble
handling and smooth riding characteristics.
Responsive steering is provided by a vehicle-speed-sensing system, with sport-tuned
steering offered with the G37S Convertible Sport 6MT and G37 Convertible with Sport
Package. Standard on all G37 Convertibles is Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) with cancel
switch and Traction Control System (TCS).
Braking performance is provided by standard 4-wheel vented discs with 4-channel, 4-sensor
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist.
The G37 Convertible with Sport Package and G37S Convertible Sport 6MT are further
enhanced with and larger ventilated rotors (14.0-inch front/13.8-inch rear) and aluminum
four-piston calipers front/two-piston calipers rear, embossed with Infiniti lettering.
Also available is Infiniti’s Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) with Preview Braking, which assists
in maintaining a consistent following distance from the vehicle ahead. It also identifies
sudden braking situations with laser sensors to determine distance and relative speed of the
vehicle ahead in the same lane and “pre-pressurizes” the Brake Assist system before the
driver steps on the brake pedal.
Split 5-spoke 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with Dunlop SP Sport MAXX A1-A
P225/50VR18 front and P245/45R18 rear all-season tires are standard on the G37
Convertible, while the G37S Convertible Sport 6MT utilizes special 19-inch cast aluminumalloy
wheels with Bridgestone Potenza RE050A high performance tires (P225/45WR19 front
and P245/45WR19 rear). The 19-inch wheels and tires are also available on the G37
Convertible as part of the Sport and Performance Tire & Wheel Packages.
An Advanced Air Bag System (AABS) with dual-stage supplemental front air bags with seat
belt and occupant classification sensors is standard, along with door-mounted curtain sideimpact
supplemental air bags for front and front-seat passenger protection, front-seat
mounted side-impact supplemental air bags and front seat Active Head Restraints.
The rear seat includes fixed head restraints with a rear pop-up bar. The G Convertible also
features reinforced front side members, front pillars and body sills.
Two Well-Equipped Models
The 2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible is available in two models: G37 Convertible and G37
Convertible Sport 6MT. A number of options and packages are available, including a
Premium Package that features a Bose® Open Air Audio Sound System with 13 speakers,
Audio Pilot 2™ with microphone optimized for both top positions, and Bose® Personal
Headrest Speakers; Climate-Controlled seats with heating and cooling functions; and
Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System.
The G Convertible Sport Package and 6MT model features unique 19-inch lightweight cast
aluminum wheels, port brakes, sport front bumper, sport-styled seats, aluminum pedals,
and, with the 7-speed automatic, genuine magnesium paddle shifters. The Technology
Package adds Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) with Preview Braking, Adaptive Front lighting
System (AFS) and Pre-Crash Seat Belts with motion sensor on brake pedal.
Also available are a Performance Tire & Wheel Package, Navigation Package, and Genuine
African Rosewood trim on center console, instrument panel and doors.
In addition, a G Convertible Premier Edition – with production limited to just 200 units – is
offered exclusively through the 2008 Bloomingdale’s Holiday Catalog. Upon ordering the
vehicle through the catalog, consumers will be referred to a participating Infiniti retailer.
This special G Convertible features a custom Monaco Red Leather leather-appointed interior,
handcrafted red-tone Maple Wood trim, Midnight Black front grille and 9-spoke 19-inch
aluminum-alloy wheels and tires.
“The G37 Convertible is a welcome addition to the Infiniti G portfolio,” said Poore. “It offers
all the luxury and performance you expect from Infiniti, plus the unlimited potential of a
wide-open top and wide-open roads.”
Infiniti offers a full-line of luxury performance automobiles that inspire at every turn,
including the G Coupe, Sedan and first-ever Convertible, Line, M sedan, EX and FX
crossovers, and the QX full-size SUV. More information about Infiniti and its Total
Ownership Experience® can be found at www.Infiniti.com.
|
|
