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2009 Infiniti G37 Base Sedan

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2009 Infiniti G37 – front Unverified
Photo: Infiniti G37 S (V36, Facelift) – Frontansicht, 2. September 2012, Düsseldorf by M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the fourth generation (V36, 2008–2013); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: Infiniti G37 S (V36, Facelift) – Frontansicht, 2. September 2012, Düsseldorf by M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: Infiniti G37X V36 FL Moonlight White diplomatic by Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: INFINITI G37 (V36) China by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: INFINITI G37 (V36) China (2) by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: Infiniti G37 S (V36, Facelift) – Heckansicht, 2. September 2012, Düsseldorf by M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons

The 2009 Infiniti G37 Base Sedan is a 328-hp 3.7-liter V6 sedan with a 7-speed automatic w/manual shift mode, downshift rev-matching, drive sport mode w/adaptive shift control and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $33,250 MSRP and is rated at 21 mpg combined.

It makes 328 horsepower at 7,000 rpm and 269 lb-ft of torque at 5200 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).

The G37 measures 187.0 inches long on a 112.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,581 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$33,250 ($50,379 *)
Engine
Engine Type3.7L V6, DOHC, 24-valve
Displacement3.7 L
Horsepower328 hp @ 7,000 rpm
Torque269 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm
Injection TypeSequential multi-port fuel injection (SMPI)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRear-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission7-speed automatic w/manual shift mode, downshift rev-matching, Drive Sport (DS) mode w/Adaptive Shift Control (ASC)
1st Gear4.92
2nd Gear3.19
3rd Gear2.04
4th Gear1.41
5th Gear1
6th Gear0.86
7th Gear0.77
Reverse3.97
Final Drive3.36
Fuel Economy
City18 MPG
Highway26 MPG
Combined21 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded gasoline
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent double wishbone w/stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionIndependent multi-link w/stabilizer bar
Brakes
Front Brake Disc12.6 x 1.1 in. vented disc
Rear Brake Disc12.1 x 0.6 in. vented disc
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17 x 7.5 in. aluminum-alloy
Wheels Rear17 x 7.5 in. aluminum-alloy
Tires FrontP225/55VR17
Tires RearP225/55VR17
Dimensions & Weight
Length187 in
Width69.8 in
Height57.2 in
Wheelbase112.2 in
Front Track59.8 in
Rear Track60.2 in
Ground Clearance5.1 in
Cargo Volume13.5 ft³
Curb Weight3,581 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front40.5 in
Headroom Rear37.7 in
Legroom Front43.9 in
Legroom Rear34.7 in
Shoulder Room Front55.6 in
Shoulder Room Rear55.2 in
Hip Room Front55.1 in
Hip Room Rear53.7 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover ★★★★★ (10.1 % risk)
Tested variant: 2009 Infiniti G37 4-DR w/SAB
Other tested variants (2)
  • 2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible w/SAB: overall not rated
  • 2009 Infiniti G37 2-DR w/SAB: overall not rated

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2009 Infiniti G37.

167 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2009 Infiniti G37

Owner Complaints

167 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2009 Infiniti G37 (5 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Air Bags88
Engine21
Unknown Or Other20
Power Train18
Electrical System16
Seats13
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Mar 5, 2026 · Air Bags
“The contact owns a 2009 Infiniti G37. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was flashing, with the message "Passenger Air Bag Off 2” displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was…”
Nov 14, 2025 · Unknown Or Other, Visibility/Wiper
“Our 2009 Infiniti G37x has developed the dreaded sticky dash issue. The materials in the dashboard have broken down, as a result the dashboard has become VERY reflective. It creates a heavy glare on…”
Mar 7, 2025 · Suspension
“The dealership sold me a car with a rusted subframe without disclosing the condition of the subframe. The car will not pass inspection because of the subframe. I have had two independent inspection…”
Aug 30, 2024 · Air Bags
“Light blinks for (no airbag on passenger side) working. Light also blinks on dashboard showing no airbags. My car has just over 76,000 miles with meticulous maintenance and no crashes, accidents or…”
Mar 9, 2024 · Electrical System, Air Bags, Seats
“Front passenger air bag occupancy sensor failure. Sensor is located on front passages seat and activates or deactivates passenger air bags based on occupancy and or weight. The vehicle has less than…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2009 INFINITI G37. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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