Among upwardly mobile young professionals, those who work long and hard hours in an effort to fight for their rung on the ladder, there are few items that better demonstrate their success than a new ride. In keeping with their newly adopted corporate culture, said vehicle must be an upscale, quality machine that would look appropriate in that coveted management parking spot. Being a hoot to drive and marked by conspicuously attractive styling are just added benefits.

Within the broad premium sports sedan segment are a number of respected autos, such as the Acura TL, BMW 3 Series, Cadillac CTS, Lexus IS, and the Infiniti G35. First introduced for the 2003 model year, the G debuted with a contemporary design and up to 280 horsepower. For 2007, the look is much the same, albeit with revised fascias and lights, a new flare to the flanks, and another 20 horses extracted from the 3.5-liter V6. Four models, all built in Japan, will be available when the 2007 G35 goes on sale in November, 2006: G35, G35 Journey, G35x AWD, and G35 Sport. Prices have not been released.