2013 Infiniti M37

The M37 is the entry-level model in Infiniti's M midsize luxury sedan lineup, which also includes the M Hybrid and the V8-powered M56. It boasts sporty rear-wheel-drive handling dynamics, a well-designed interior and loads of optional high-tech features wrapped together in a high-value package.

Flowing, organic lines coupled with an athletic stance define the M37's exterior. The theme carries over in the spacious interior, which is constructed from high-quality materials and features a somewhat button-filled center console thanks to the lack of an iDrive-style control knob.

Despite being the least expensive M model, the M37 still features a punchy 3.7-liter V6 that makes 330 horsepower and 270 lb-ft of torque. The engine is mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission that offers rev-matched downshifts. While the powertrain combo makes for swift acceleration, it isn't as strong in the realm of fuel economy, which is rated at 18 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway (many rivals return 30 mpg or more on the open road). Those living in northern climates can opt for the M37x, which utilizes an all-wheel-drive system that enhances traction in inclement weather but takes a one mpg city, two mpg highway toll on gas mileage.

Standard and Optional Features
The M37 represents a strong value due to its high level of standard features, with highlights include leather upholstery, genuine ash wood trim, heated and power-adjustable front seats, a sunroof, dual-zone automatic climate control, an intelligent key with push-button start, a seven-inch information display, a rearview parking camera, Bluetooth smartphone connectivity, 18-inch aluminum wheels and a six-speaker AM/FM/CD audio system with a USB input and XM satellite radio.

Need more luxury and technology? The M37 offers no less than five packages catered to your inner hedonist.

The Premium Package adds a navigation system with an eight-inch WVGA color touch-screen display, XM NavTraffic with real-time traffic information, XM NavWeather with real-time weather and three-day forecast, Zagat restaurant guide, Streaming Audio via Bluetooth, a9.3 GB Music Box hard drive, climate-controlled front seats and a 10-speaker Bose sound system.

The Deluxe Touring Package brings an upgraded Bose Studio Surround sound system with digital 5.1-channel decoding and 16 speakers (including two personal speakers mounted in the shoulders of each front seat), a power rear sunshade, unique quilted seat pattern with contrasting piping and additional seat bolstering, suede-like headliner and a premium stitched meter hood.

The Technology Package includes a blind spot warning system (which can actually help steer the vehicle away from a collision with a vehicle in an adjacent lane), radar-based intelligent cruise control, a lane departure warning system, front seat pre-crash safety belts that tighten if an impending collision is detected and an intelligent brake assist system that audibly warns the driver of a potential collision and applies the brakes the reduce the severity when a collision is unavoidable.

Enthusiasts will want to opt for the Sport Package, which adds a sport suspension, upsized brakes, four-wheel active steering, sport seats, more aggressive front and rear fascias, paddle-shifters, a unique steering wheel and aluminum pedal accents. Previously available only on the rear-drive M37, for the latest model year the Sport Package can be spec'd on the all-wheel-drive M37x as well.

Finally, the Sport Touring Package bundles the upgraded 16-speaker Bose sound system with the power rear sunshade.

Occupant Safety
All M sedans come standard with dual front and side airbags, front and rear side curtain airbags, traction and stability control systems, electronic brake-force distribution and brake assist.

Key Competitors
The M37 competes against a host of recently redesigned mid-size luxury sedans, including the BMW 5-Series, Jaguar XF, Audi A6 and Lexus GS 350.