Buick Rainier vs INFINITI FX35
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2012 INFINITI FX35
Overview
| Spec | Buick RainierCXL | INFINITI FX35FX35 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | CXL | FX35 |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2007 | 2012 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Buick RainierCXL | INFINITI FX35FX35 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $31,550 (best) | $43,700 |
| Lowest listing price | — | $8,896 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $8,896 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $8,896 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 1 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Buick RainierCXL | INFINITI FX35FX35 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 16 MPG | 19 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 14 MPG | 16 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 22 gal | 23.8 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Buick RainierCXL | INFINITI FX35FX35 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 291 hp | 303 hp (best) |
| Torque | 277 lb-ft (best) | 262 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4.2 L (best) | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | I6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Buick RainierCXL | INFINITI FX35FX35 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 80.1 cu ft (best) | 62 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 6,700 lbs (best) | — |
| Payload | 1,133 lbs | 1,213 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,417 lbs | 4,162 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8 in (best) | 7.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 113 in | 113.6 in (best) |
| Length | 193.4 in (best) | 191.3 in |
| Width | 75.4 in | 75.9 in (best) |
| Height | 74.5 in (best) | 65 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Buick RainierCXL | INFINITI FX35FX35 |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 3 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 5 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Buick Rainier | INFINITI FX35 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | CXL $31,550 MSRP(Currently comparing) | FX35 $43,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | CXL $33,570 MSRP | FX35 $45,150 MSRP |
| 3 | — | FX35 Limited Edition $52,000 MSRP |
Live inventory
Buick Rainier vs INFINITI FX35 FAQ
- Which is better: 2007 Buick Rainier or 2012 INFINITI FX35?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2007 Buick Rainier vs 2012 INFINITI FX35 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2007 Buick Rainier or 2012 INFINITI FX35?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2007 Buick Rainier starts lower at $31,550. Live INFINITI FX35 listings start at $8,896.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2007 Buick Rainier or 2012 INFINITI FX35?
- The 2007 Buick Rainier leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (31,550).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2007 Buick Rainier or 2012 INFINITI FX35?
- The 2012 INFINITI FX35 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (19).
- Which has better horsepower: 2007 Buick Rainier or 2012 INFINITI FX35?
- The 2012 INFINITI FX35 leads on horsepower in this comparison (303).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2007 Buick Rainier or 2012 INFINITI FX35?
- The 2007 Buick Rainier leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (6,700).