Last updated August 4, 2026
The INFINITI EX lineup has two main trim levels. The Base Model covers the EX35 and later EX37, pairing the EX’s compact luxury-crossover shape with V6 power, leather seating, a rearview camera, and keyless push-button start. Premium Comfort covers the EX35 Journey and EX37 Journey. It keeps the same core character while adding everyday comforts such as heated front seats, a moonroof, Bluetooth calling, and richer interior trim.
The Base Model trim level includes EX35 and EX37 and is the straightforward entry point, focused on the EX’s sporty shape, upscale cabin, and everyday essentials.
Best for: Drivers who want the EX’s V6 performance and luxury basics without the Journey comfort upgrades.
Highlights
The Premium Comfort trim level includes EX35 Journey and EX37 Journey and is the comfort-focused version with more convenience and a richer cabin feel.
Best for: Drivers who value heated seats, open-air light, and added everyday convenience.
Highlights
Adds heated front seats, a power moonroof, Bluetooth hands-free calling, maple interior trim, and a power-adjustable tilt-and-telescoping steering column over the Base Model.
0 in stock| Feature | Base Model | Premium Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Includes | EX35, EX370 in stock | EX35 Journey, EX37 Journey0 in stock |
| Heated front seats | Not standard | Standard |
| Power moonroof | Not standard | Standard |
| Bluetooth phone connection | Not standard | Standard |
| Steering-column adjustment | Manual adjustment | Power tilt and telescope |
| Interior trim | Leather-appointed cabin | Leather with maple accents |
In the main 2009–2013 trim structure, the lineup has a base model and a better-equipped Journey. They appear as EX35 and EX35 Journey with the 3.5-liter engine, then EX37 and EX37 Journey when the 3.7-liter engine arrived.
Journey is the comfort-focused step above the base EX. In this trim structure, it adds features such as heated front seats, a power moonroof, Bluetooth phone connection, richer cabin trim, and a power-adjustable steering column.
Journey mainly adds everyday comfort and convenience, not a different engine. Typical upgrades include heated front seats, a power moonroof, Bluetooth phone connection, maple interior trim, and a power tilt-and-telescoping steering column.
The EX35 Journey keeps the same 297-hp 3.5-liter V6 as the base EX35 but adds comfort features. Typical Journey equipment includes heated front seats, a moonroof, Bluetooth phone connection, upgraded trim, and a power-adjustable steering column.
The EX37 Journey has the same 3.7-liter V6 as the base EX37. Its advantage is added comfort equipment, including heated front seats, a power moonroof, Bluetooth phone connection, maple interior accents, and a power-adjustable steering column.
No. Within the same model year, Journey uses the same V6 and automatic transmission as the base EX. The step up is about cabin comfort and convenience rather than extra power.
Choose the base EX if leather seating, V6 power, keyless start, and a rearview camera cover your needs. Look for a Journey if heated seats, a moonroof, Bluetooth phone connection, and richer cabin trim matter in daily use.
Journey is the better fit because heated front seats are one of its defining comfort upgrades. Check the individual vehicle's equipment and condition, since used examples may differ.
Journey is the trim associated with a standard power moonroof in the 2009–2013 trim structure. The base model focuses on the EX's core V6, leather cabin, camera, and keyless-start equipment.
Journey includes a Bluetooth hands-free phone system in the 2009–2013 trim structure. Do not assume that means modern music streaming; the described feature is for hands-free phone use.
Yes. In the 2009–2013 base-trim span, leather-appointed seating is part of the core EX equipment. Journey adds comfort touches such as heated front seats rather than introducing leather for the first time.
Yes. A rearview camera became part of the core EX equipment from 2009 onward in the trim span covered here. Both the base and Journey versions include it in the later lineup.
The base EX is the simpler choice. It retains the model's V6 performance, leather-appointed seats, rearview camera, and keyless start while leaving out Journey's main comfort extras.