personally I like both RX8 and the FX35, its a tough choice between them even though there different classes both offer aggressive looks and are in my price range of 20-30K...and known to be reliable cars

Although the FX is an SUV its based on a car-platform called the M-class...so these are somewhat compareable..

I guess the deal breaker is the RX is probably loads more fun than an FX

 

It's actually a very nice car, it uses the same engine as the 350Z, G35, and the Altima.

Now, there's going to be a bunch of RX-8 fanboiz coming in saying "Blah blah the VQ35 sucks" so don't be discouraged by them.

It has very nice power for its price and the exhaust note will also sound just like a G35/350Z. What I love most about the FX35 is that the aftermarket availability for the drive train is huge. I also love the suspension on the FX35's, they're insanely rigid, they grab the corners really hard and it's not at all a harsh ride when cruising.

 

I have a Military friend that traded up from a Murano to a FX35... He liked the Murano better.

 

What? Your buddy is in the military, and he preferred that FWD turd bucket to the FX? Wow. I've driven both. The Murano is a nothing but neutered blob with wheels. Completely dead in comparison to the FX35. What part about the Murano (just puked in my mouth) did he like more?

 

Too tall!

Need to lower it by at least two inches, preferably 4 inches.

Looks like a station wagon on steriods.

 

oh, this is a touch choice. i'd probably decide based on my needs. if you have any desire to go road racing i'd pick the rx8. but honestly, as a DD the fx35 is the better pick.

 

Did you swallow it back down?? Salty!

Actually, his gripe is usable passenger and cargo space.
His FX is sweet too, black paint
He's a tall/large guy and hauls sniper rifles, gear & ammo around the installation.
The Murano was AWD and equipped with a 3.5L V6, but like you, I like the more aggressive looks, sounds and driveability of the FX35.
He's also got 3 kids, so I didn't flame him too badly...

 

Ahhh... okay. That does explain it. The FX is short on the "utility" side of the equation. It doesn't have much cargo room, and to stuff three kids in that back seat wouldn't be too comfortable for them.

That said, maybe the FX35 isnt right vehicle in his case, but in that class of SUV, the Murano *burp... here it comes again burp* is not exactly ideal either. I just would never buy a Mur...burp... ano. Gotta go. Burp.

 

The FX35 is fantastic for what it is for.

 

Actually you are better off with the Altima. It has plenty of room for a family of 5

 

I like the FX35. Wanted to get one. But wifey not keen on the price and storage space.
Comparing rx-8 to a fx35 way out of tangent. RX-8 vs Z... CX-7 vs FX35. That should make more sense.

 

what is a Z

 

I owned one, but traded it in for my new BMW...It's a good car! Good enough power for an SUV. Made numerous trips to Babies R us in it and was able to always fit everything in. It does have a lot of features though. I wouldn't wast my time with the FX45 though..

 

It's 26th letter of the Alphabet. In the United states we pronounce it zee. In Canada and Europe it's pronounced zed.

 

^^^ HAHA

Dee is right. No point buying an FX45. You going to tow a boat with it? Hell no. They're way more expensive and heavier. FX35 FTW.

 

Yea if you need to tow a boat, get a GTO


he he he

 

i really like the FX35 and would love to trade the wife's DD in for that. maybe someday.

 

blah blah the VQ35 sucks

 

Nice sporty vehicle if your comparing it to a Ford F150.

 

I always had a fondness for the FX35. If I had to get an SUV it'd be either the FX35 or a CX-7. But if I had a bunch of money I'd get the BMW X6, it's glorious!

But unless I had a trailer to pull or lived in the woods I'd never get an SUV. Driving small, nimble cars is easier, cheaper, and just plain more fun.

 

BAM, thats all I got to say about this.

 

instant wagon.

 

Did I just throw up a little?...

 

The problem with "sporty" SUVs is the weight and high CoG. There's only so much you can do to make them handle well.

If he really needs cargo space and practicality, how about a WRX?

 

^^ Yep, too heavy and tall.

I'd go for a 3-series wagon or A4 wagon instead. Or a good cheaper option would be MS3, even with FWD I'd still rather drive that than a "sporty" SUV.