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2012 Infiniti G37 Journey Sedan

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2012 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 2012 Infiniti G37 Journey Sedan is a 328-hp 3.7-liter V6 sedan with a 7-speed automatic transmission w/manual shift mode, downshift rev-matching, drive sport mode w/adaptive shift control and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $36,900 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.

It makes 328 horsepower at 7,000 rpm and 269 lb-ft of torque at 5200 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 27 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).

The G37 measures 187.9 inches long on a 112.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,628 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$36,900 ($52,232 *)
MSRP with Destination$37,795 ($53,499 *)
Destination Charge$895
Engine
Engine Type3.7L V6 (VQ37VHR)
Displacement3.7 L
Horsepower328 hp @ 7,000 rpm
Torque269 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRear-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission7-speed automatic transmission 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
City19 MPG
Highway27 MPG
Combined22 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded gasoline
Tank Capacity20 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent double-wishbone, w/stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionIndependent multi-link, w/stabilizer bar
Turning Diameter35.4 ft
Brakes
Front Brake Disc12.6 x 1.1 in
Rear Brake Disc12.1 x 0.6 in
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17 x 7.5 in
Wheels Rear17 x 7.5 in
Tires FrontP225/55VR17
Tires RearP225/55VR17
Dimensions & Weight
Length187.9 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 Weight3,628 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
Side crash Not rated
Rollover ★★★★★ (10.1 % risk)
Tested variant: 2012 Infiniti G37 4 DR RWD
Other tested variants (4)
  • 2012 Infiniti G37 4 DR AWD: overall not rated
  • 2012 Infiniti G37 C RWD: overall not rated
  • 2012 Infiniti G37 2 DR RWD: overall not rated
  • 2012 Infiniti G37 2 DR AWD: overall not rated

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Infiniti G37. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Nov 4, 2011 · VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 AND 2012 INFINITI G37 COUPE VEHICLES AND CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 NISSAN 370Z VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 2, 2011, THROUGH AUGUST 29, 2011. DUE TO A PROGRAMMING ERROR, THE POWER WINDOW SWITCH CONTROLLER IN THE SUBJECT VEHICLES WAS MANUFACTURED OUT OF SPECIFICATION.

Consequence: THE THRESHOLD FOR AUTO REVERSE ACTIVATION IS HIGHER THAN THE NISSAN SPECIFICATION. SHOULD A BODY PART BECOME TRAPPED BY A CLOSING WINDOW, A PINCH INJURY MAY RESULT.

Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE POWER WINDOW SWITCHES WITH NEW ONES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 5, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1800-647-7261 OR INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.

NHTSA campaign 11V538000

63 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2012 Infiniti G37

Owner Complaints

63 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Infiniti G37 (5 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Air Bags33
Seats11
Electrical System10
Unknown Or Other10
Vehicle Speed Control6
Engine4
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Oct 7, 2025 · Electrical System, Exterior Lighting, Unknown Or Other
“If you search the internet, you'll see that there's a large problem with the sunroof drainage in this car dumping water into the cabin, into the glove box and down the right kick panel, which is where…”
Jun 11, 2025 · Electrical System, Air Bags, Seats
“I purchased this vehicle, 2012 Infiniti G 37XS in September 2023. The vehicle was basically brand new with less than 2200 miles on it and I have driven it very little up to that point, October 2024…”
Dec 16, 2024 · Air Bags
“The contact owns a 2012 Infiniti G37. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated, and the message "Seat Belt Off" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where DTC…”
Mar 14, 2024 · Unknown Or Other
“I just purchased a 2012 Infiniti G37 and love the car. Once I drove off the car lot I noticed the dashboard was extremely sticky and shiny and appears to be melting. Every time the dash gets in the…”
Mar 3, 2024 · Unknown Or Other
“This car odometer is rolled back about 100,000 miles and I hope I am reporting this at the right place. I went to purchase this vehicle and seller paperwork doesn’t match up with vehicle.”

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 2012 INFINITI G37. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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