Smaller than a G37? Are we talking Mazda MX-5 size? I don't understand the draw for tiny roller-skate cars. I'm a tall guy and leg room and overall comfort is way more important to me than...what? Good handling? Gas mileage? I'd rather have a BMW 6-series.

C'mon Jared... You just answered why they would make a smaller coupe. Stronger demand for cars is being caused by high gas prices, and besides, there is always money in strong competition, so a car with handling as good as the 1-series is something that should be tried.

Anyway, the G37 is sexy. Unfortunately, I just can't say the same for the sketch of the future coupe.

You're right Saheed--I didn't mean to say that gas mileage and handling weren't important, but if those two things were all I wanted I would buy a moped. A car in this upscale category is more than a means of transportation. As far as competition goes: again, I agree, but I have a feeling the 1-series isn't going to put up much of a fight.

Jared, what are you thinking? Good gas mileage on a BMW 6 Series? If you're a big guy you shouldnt be looking at this segment. Just go out and get an Escalade. Maybe even the hybrid model to save gas.

As a G-coupe owner, I will have to say... I wouldn't mind a smaller coupe. I am only 5'11, but I find PLENTY of leg and head room as do my friends who are 6'1 and 6'3 respectively. The center console is a tad wide... I understand that the transaxle must go through the car, but the Carrera's have much narrower center consoles.

Additionally, the G-coupe doors are SO damn wide. I wouldn't mind a smaller car so that I won't have to worry about parking as much.

Furthermore, one of the things yet to be mentioned here... weight. The current coupes could certainly benefit from a trimming diet. I truly love the interior of my car, and the solid feel of the doors when they close, the feel of the seats, and the extra amenities most often omitted... but the 1-series BMW is a lean & efficient car. I would like to see what Nissan comes up with to match / mimic or best the 1-series.

Even if it is never sent into production, the trickle-down technologies designed by these concepts will definitely help Nissan in their next major revision of their successful Infiniti G series (and Nissan's Altima & Z series)

infiniti still hasnt even come up with a car to compete with the entry 3 series yet...

Gian124,

I hope you realize the Carrera is a rear-engine RWD car, the transaxle doesn't go through the car.

I do like the looks of the sketch though, and there needs to be more competition in this segment that BMW pretty much just created.

@dracolnyte

The cars sell. They're in the same price range as 3 series.So obviously they're compete well enough to grab sales.

@Jared

Not every car on the planet is designed around your wants or needs. At least the choice of a smaller car doesn't affect the price at the pump, as much as your choice of a larger car.

@mf

well i live in canada, and the prices of the G37 competes directly with the 335i... even the base G37 is no where near the base 3 series... which is the 323i... that difference is about $12,000 O.O

The 1 series weighs almost as much as the 3 series, hopefully Infinity will do better. Not all Americans are fat and need large seats and vehicles. Give us skinny people a fun light vehicle.

@dracolnyte
As far as i've seen on BMWs website, Canada doesn't get a 323 coupe in 2008. The 328 is the entry coupe for the 3 series.

The g37 sits right in between the 328 and the 335 in price. It should easily beat the 328 around a track, and lose to the 335. So it is priced properly for its performance. When you consider nissans better reliability for its sedans/coupes, it is certainly a good alternative to those who are not german badge snobs.

I am sure infiniti can do just as good with a smaller coupe as they've done with their gcoupe.

I agree with Sam. As liberal as this country is we need to stop catering to overeating and large people. There are average and thin people too...and noone sticks up for us or designs anything for us...haha. Pretty soon we'll be in the minority yet the ACLU won't stick up for us. Build this car. I like the artist's rendition and in a few years I'll be in the market for a new car.

You guys are on crack calling the 1-series light and lean. It's built on a shortened 3-series platform, and as such, the 135i (tt3.0L) weighs only 150 lbs less than the 335i. Not to mention it only costs a few thousand less, comparably equipped. Let's not forget it doesn't even get a real LSD...instead it uses a selective wheel braking program to act as an LSD...GM anyone?

@ dracolnyte

"well i live in canada"

Exactly. You guys still get rooked on lots of major purchases (cars, electronics, etc.) even though your dollar is equal to ours.

Yeah, I'm still not getting it. Smaller, lighter coupe to compete again the 1 series... Why? I really can't see BMW selling that many 1 series compared to the 3 or even 5. It's similar price, weight, and power of the 3, but just a hair smaller.... Now if we were talking, Mini or Miata smaller, sure that'd be a package....

I guess it really depends on how much smaller this new G would be. If we are talking compact class (say cobalt, civic, type of small) then good. Okay it could be a tad bigger, but just don't shave off an inch here and there. Make it smaller, lighter, and screw the luxury quality feel. Give it a nice interior, but make it feel raw and more dirty. You want posh, go G35/37. You want fast and fun go New-G.

i dont get it.

A 1-series fighter, isnt that the Corolla?

There are quite a bit of 1-series bimmers flying around West Palm and Miami, although I'd believe they are leased rather than bought. Either way, if this car is produced, hopefully we'll see a Nissan badged version for cheaper. Perhaps with a nameplate like Silvia? Also, I believe Nissan can make a killer VQ25 if it uses the same VVEL system as the VQ37VHR, but that's if Nissan is going to use the VQ series for this car.

The one series is actually selling quite well guys. Look it up on kbb or do a Google News search.

The reason the BMW 1-series sells so well is because it feels like it is a small car, and looks it, even though it isn't too much different. I don't see the point, but apparently, a lot of people do here (South Texas).

Small cars don't have to have little space. Heck, my 2008 MINI Cooper S has more room (up front... MINI has a useless back seat... icky) up front than my wife's old 1996 Mercedes C280. The guys at work were impressed with the fit and finish, the leather is nice along with the real aluminum dash. 6.5s to sixty and awesome handling stock (albeit FWD, but impressive for a puny 1.6L). It has impressed, and if it was RWD, it would just be awesome.

So if Infiniti could actually pull off a truly small RWD vehicle with the amenities of a luxury car, I'd call it bank time.

This is one seriously ugly car. Looks like an older model Tiburon that someone parked too close to a bonfire.