2000 INFINITI G20
Introduction
The 2000 INFINITI G20 is a compact luxury sedan that was available with two engine and transmission options. The 2.0-liter inline-four engine produced 145 horsepower and 137 lb-ft of torque, and could be paired with either a 5-speed manual transmission or a 4-speed automatic transmission. The 3.0-liter V6 engine produced 210 horsepower and 205 lb-ft of torque, and was paired exclusively with a 5-speed automatic transmission.
The G20 was praised for its sporty handling, comfortable interior, and powerful engines. However, it was also criticized for its cramped rear seat, lack of a navigation system, and mediocre fuel economy.
Engine
2.0-liter inline-four engine with 5-speed manual transmission
Intake Manifold Gasket Failure Description/Symptoms: The intake manifold gasket can fail, causing the engine to misfire and lose power. Solution: Replace the intake manifold gasket. Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500+ Recalls: NHTSA Campaign Number 04V070000
Timing chain tensioner failure Description/Symptoms: The timing chain tensioner can fail, causing the timing chain to skip and the engine to lose power. Solution: Replace the timing chain tensioner. Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $700+ Recalls: NHTSA Campaign Number 04V071000
2.0-liter inline-four engine with 4-speed automatic transmission
No Issues Found
3.0-liter V6 engine with 5-speed automatic transmission
Intake Manifold Gasket Failure Description/Symptoms: The intake manifold gasket can fail, causing the engine to misfire and lose power. Solution: Replace the intake manifold gasket. Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500+ Recalls: NHTSA Campaign Number 04V070000
Transmission
5-speed manual transmission
No Issues Found
4-speed automatic transmission
Transmission Fluid Leak Description/Symptoms: The transmission fluid can leak from the transmission pan, causing the transmission to slip and lose power. Solution: Replace the transmission pan gasket. Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $300 Recalls: None Found
5-speed automatic transmission
No Issues Found
Suspension
Strut Mount Failure Description/Symptoms: The strut mounts can fail, causing the suspension to become noisy and the vehicle to handle poorly. Solution: Replace the strut mounts. Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+ Recalls: None Found
Electrical
Alternator Failure Description/Symptoms: The alternator can fail, causing the battery to drain and the vehicle to lose power. Solution: Replace the alternator. Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500+ Recalls: None Found
Exterior
No Issues Found
Interior
No Issues Found
Summary
The 2000 INFINITI G20 is a reliable and sporty compact luxury sedan. However, it does have some potential issues, including intake manifold gasket failure, timing chain tensioner failure, and transmission fluid leaks. The severity of these issues can range from minor to major, and the cost to fix them can range from $200 to $700 or more.