Overview & Reviews

Infiniti is an upscale automaker from Japan. Though most of its products are related to those sold by parent company Nissan, Infiniti looks to achieve a premium status by infusing its cars and SUVs with spirited performance and additional luxury content.

The brand was launched for the 1990 model year. Its purpose back then, as it is now, was to create premium vehicles for America that wouldn't have otherwise fit in with Nissan's more mainstream image. This was the same tactic Honda used for the creation of Acura, and Toyota for Lexus. In its first full year, Infiniti started out with two vehicles, the Q45 sedan and the M30 coupe and convertible. The compact, entry-level G20 was introduced soon after.

As the 1990s moved along, Infiniti slowly added more vehicles to its lineup. The Q45 luxury sport sedan found its market. The car's 278-horsepower V8 was class-leading in its day. On top of that, the Q45 offered cutting-edge technology such as an active suspension system. By the late '90s Infiniti had rolled out the QX4, an SUV based on the Pathfinder. The sport-ute's truck platform gave it a leg up in off-road performance relative to competing car-based SUVs.

Although Infiniti's sales grew steadily, the marque still fell short of both Lexus and Acura in terms of popularity. The early 2000s saw Infiniti making a determined effort to sharpen its focus and upgrade its products. But it was the introduction of the entry-level, midsize G35 in 2003 that finally gave Infiniti the boost and identity direction it sorely needed. Based on the same platform underpinning the Nissan 350Z, the G35 coupe and sedan met with immediate sales success. The FX35/FX45 soon followed -- a crossover SUV that provided spirited acceleration and sports-car handling with the utility of a wagon.

Today, Infiniti's lineup has expanded to include the G (now a sedan, coupe and convertible) and FX as well as the midsize M sedan, the EX small crossover SUV, the JX midsize crossover SUV and the QX large SUV. Infiniti has also introduced the M Hybrid sedan, its first hybrid vehicle. No matter the model, shoppers will find Infiniti's latest vehicles to be focused on luxury, sport, quality and value.

User Reviews:

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  Wow! A true leap in engeneering - 2007 Infiniti G35
  By kring - May 7 - 11:00 pm

  This car has it all, its for the driving enthusiast who loves their car, even 2 years after purchase, it has a design built around performance and driving experience, yet still being a sedan for your everyday car. its the perfect compromise between performance & Luxury. Loaded with Technical gadgets

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  New Infiniti G35x Sedan! - 2007 Infiniti G35
  By Pinehill - May 6 - 9:36 am

  This car is incredible, what an upgrade from a Toyota Camry - I have yet to hit the gas pedal and not be surprised by the responsiveness, everyone else on the highway is sitting still! Great interior, easy to use everything (nav system, climate control, etc.).

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  Best High Performance vehicle Ever! - 2009 Infiniti G37
  By kaih23 - May 4 - 12:10 am

  This is my first infiniti and I did lots of research, comparing it to Acura TL, Lexus IS, Lexus ES, BMW 3- series, and Mercedes C class. I went and test drove them all and the best overall is my new infiniti G37XS. It gives me power whenever I need it, excellent sporty ride, very luxurious feel inside, and handles very well on ice and snow. On top of all this, it is Japanese made, built to last.

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  Paint is the only complaint! - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By ducpilotst2 - May 2 - 10:00 am

  My G35 Coupe fits me like a glove. Always gets attention.

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  5000 miles and counting - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By somewhere in ohio - May 2 - 10:00 am

  Have just under 5000 miles. Reviewed it earlier and just doing an update. Reading other reviews most are spot on: great car but needs better interior. Gas mileage now as advertised. New it was not great. No problems except a very minor plasticky sound from back deck which Ill have fixed next time Im at dealer. Fast, handles great. Wish I had gotten 6 speed but dealer would not let me test and would not order without a $5K deposit.

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  Excellent - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By erinc - May 2 - 10:00 am

  i love my car, definitely one of the best cars ive ever owned.

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  In Love! - 2009 Infiniti G37
  By RN_Ashley - May 2 - 12:30 am

  I was looking to buy the new Lexus IS250c and then test drove the Infiniti G37 convertible and was sold on it! I bought the car the next day! I love my first Infiniti and first convertible. It has enough power to get me in trouble and is sexy on the inside and out! The interior is beautiful and I love the heated/cooled seats!

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  One Awesome G20 - 2000 Infiniti G20
  By RRG20 - April 29 - 11:00 pm

  I bought my G20 new in 2000 and now its 2009 with 147K and runs like a champ. In the beginning it had the new car issues but after 80K its like it cant be stopped. I had put some performance upgrades like pulleys, intake, exhaust which greatly improved life and performance. If youre thinking of purchasing this car I would say yes.

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  Awesome Ride - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By Mr-Bedlington - April 26 - 10:10 am

  My Infiniti G35x is the best car I have ever owned. I used to be a Turbo Volvo owner until I took out the Infiniti for a test drive. When I got back I bought the car! I have had it for 4 years and still love the car. It is very quick and responsive. I find it very, very comfortable (as do my passengers). The cost to own it is reasonable although it only get 20 mpg no matter how aggressive or easy I drive. I will always be an Infiniti owner....That should say it all!

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  G-tastic - 2007 Infiniti G35
  By M&M - April 26 - 3:33 am

  Have owned many European cars and if this does not scare them, I dont know what will. Car rockets from a stop jerking you into the seat for what seems to be a roller coaster ride. Rear seats are not really for a 6+ and if driver is 6+ only a small child can sit behind. Handles like a dream.