Infiniti's entry-level G20 was basically a NISSAN PRIMERA that was priced high enough to compete with import sedans like the Acura Vigor, Lexus ES 250/300 and BMW 318i. That's a tall order for a Japanese economy car. The G20, on the other hand, was a delight, a secret sport sedan loaded with extras.
A lot of its appeal came from the 140-hp dohc 4-cylinder it shared with the NISSAN PRIMERA. This was one of the nicest engines Nissan made, smooth, powerful and happy to rev. This car also included the 5-speed manual gearbox for maximum fun and utility. Its 4-speed was unique in that it shifts from Comfort mode to Power mode when tramping on the accelerator.
The G20 also included standard equipment like power steering, CFC-free air conditioning, a 160-watt sound system, alloy wheels and 4-wheel disc brakes with ABS.
Year-to-year changes[]
1991[]
In its first year, almost 14,000 Infiniti G20s were sold in 1991.
1993[]
Early in April 1993, a midyear 1993.5 model for the G20 was released. It sold through early 1994.
1994[]
The 1994 model was finally announced in February 1994, and went on sale nationwide in March.
1995[]
New for 1995 was the G20t, a high-performance package that costed $2900 extra but added a limited-slip differential, foglights, rear spoiler and stickier tires, as well as a leather-upholstered interior, power front seats, power sunroof and remote keyless entry. Other thoughtful refinements included a cargo net in the trunk and height-adjustable rear headrests.
The 1995 G20 began selling nationwide in September 1994, after pricing was announced in August.
1996[]
The 1996 G20 began selling nationwide in late August or September 1995. After 1996, the G20 went on a two-year hiatus.
1999[]
When reintroduced for the 1999 model year, the G20 was also redesigned upon undergoing several changes. The name "G20" remained current until 2002.
Retail prices[]
Model year(s) | Trim level | List price | Destination charge | Effective date |
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1991 | Standard | $17,500 | November 9, 1990 | |
1992 | Standard | $18,300 | $400 | October 13, 1991 |
1992 | Standard | $19,100 | $400 | March 1, 1992 |
1993 | Standard | $19,500 | $450 | August 19, 1992 |
1993 | Standard | $20,450 | $450 | June 15, 1993 |
1994 | Standard | $21,975 | $450 | February 18, 1994 |
1995 | Standard | $22,875 | $450 | August 8, 1994 |
1995 | Standard | $22,875 | $480 | March 3, 1995 |
1996 | Standard | $23,800 | $480 | August 18, 1995 |
1996 | Touring | $25,065 | $480 | August 18, 1995 |
1999 | Standard | $20,995 | $525 | July 1, 1998 |
1999 | Touring | $22,495 | $525 | July 1, 1998 |
2000 | Standard | $21,395 | $525 | |
2000 | Touring | $22,895 | $525 | |
2001–2002 | Standard | $21,395 | $545 | |
2001 | Touring | $24,095 | $545 |