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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  I like the basics but comfort is wanton - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By Q - April 24 - 4:33 am

  Bought the 6 speed Sports sedan for my wife and is a powerful and fun car to drive but creature comforts are lacking. 6 way drivers seat is mediocre; passenger seat is downright bad - leg comfort and back support is horrible. I do not understand how this car could be considered for car of the year so many times.

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  Good car but has its faults - 2006 Infiniti G35
  By Tyler - April 12 - 3:30 pm

  I have owned my Infiniti G35 6mt coupe for almost 2 years now. I have app 22,000 miles on it and I can say I am ready to get rid of the car, the issues I have are the expensive oil changes and maintenance costs for example the tires. The ride quality is rough and after 15k the rattles start to be heard due to the poor construction of the cabin. The drivers seat position is very tight leather wears quickly. The non Bose audio system I have is absolutely horrible. The speakers and dash appointment look like they are straight out of an Altima for years ago. The car is also the worst car I have ever owned in the snow despite 4 snow tires. The shifting linkage is not crisp.

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  There are better choices - 2002 Infiniti Q45
  By pbjb - April 4 - 8:23 am

  This car was plagued by excessive oil consumption (1.5 to 2.0 quarts per 2500 mi.)after 8,000 miles with blue smoke coming out of exhaust during initial startup. Dealership was great and did what they could but Infinity claimed it was normal. After checking with other dealerships out of state and finding out they had to replace engines in other 2002 Q45s I requested a replacement. It took 12 months to finally get Infinity to replace the engine. They said they had to monitor the oil consumption over a period of 3 oil changes. The new engine doesnt burn a drop! Had to have the rotors turned down after 20,000 miles (warped) and had them replaced 7,000 miles later due to the same problem.

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  Decent Car - 2015 Infiniti Q50
  By Angelo Eastman - March 24 - 4:44 am

  Its not the greatest looking car, but its okay. Not a bad choice for a lease. If youre looking for a timeless looking car, this is not the one for you. If youre looking for a decent bang for your buck, this is a nice choice.

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  Decent Car - 2015 Infiniti Q50
  By Angelo Eastman - March 24 - 4:44 am

  Its not the greatest looking car, but its okay. Not a bad choice for a lease. If youre looking for a timeless looking car, this is not the one for you. If youre looking for a decent bang for your buck, this is a nice choice.

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  Lemon - 2006 Infiniti QX56
  By Lemon - February 6 - 9:13 am

  After reading all the other reviews im starting to belive that i was just sold a lemon. My drivers seat is comfortable although the other 6 are not. In the Winter i cannot get into the car because my handles become frozen shut (From Long Island - not cold temps). This Suv is absolutely top 5 for fuel guzzlers. Also, the wood pieces fall out of the doors when you close it. Like most other SUVs when opening the windows its like taking off in a plane (these windows are by far the worst at of all the suvs in its class).

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  Not Fully Satisfied - 2017 Infiniti Q50
  By Susan - February 4 - 7:10 pm

  If you live in a snowy climate, be prepared to have the front and back sensors go off the entire time you are driving because the snow builds up on it. When I called to ask about it, I was told I could either turn the sensors off manually, (and lose the safety feature) or keep getting out of my car to wipe them off. That’s not an option as I drive mainly on highways and will not pull off on an interstate highway and risk getting hit. Not acceptable for the cost of this car. I also put in an after market remote starter which will not work as I was told by the dealer, after I put it in, that the heater, etc will reset to automatic and there’s nothing I can do about it. That should have been told to me when I told the dealer I was putting a remote starter in since they said they couldn’t do it after market at the dealership. The other thing I am struggling with is I do not hear my email tones on my phone or thru the car. I’ve called a number of times and the blue tooth department tells me it’s an in touch problem, and in touch says it’s blue tooth department. Meanwhile, I know it works because I’ve heard it a couple times, but it’s not consistent. So frustrating. I’m hoping someone can help as I have 2-1/2 years left on my lease.

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  Would love to have my G37 back - 2014 Infiniti Q50
  By ejs855 - December 30 - 9:58 am

  I made a hasty (and regrettable) decision to trade in my G37 6 months ago for the Q50. My payment is less, but since its costing me ALOT more in gas, it was hardly worth the trade. Really dislike the tedious (and not too reliable) navigation system (was told it would be a big improvement over the Navtech that I had in the G37 - I dont agree). I wish I had gone with a Lexus or BMW. I hardly see any Q50s on the road...I think I know why.

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  Horrible Quality - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By RC-Calif - December 25 - 10:00 am

  I bought a 2004 G35 in January. It has been back to the dealer five times already, for unplanned work. The window started rattling and required a fix. Then the dash started popping and required a fix. Then the fix on the window required re-work. Then the carpet came unglued. Then the CD played died. Now the check engine light is on. I sold a 13-year old BMW with 190,000 miles to get the G35, and the BMW was much more reliable. Its too bad, because this is a great deal otherwise. If only the quality matched the deal!

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  That gas mileage!!! - 2018 Infiniti QX60
  By Jan - December 21 - 3:24 pm

  Reluctantly I settled in this car because it is bigger and lot cheaper than my previous ride because my wife and kid like the style. Having driven 700+miles, I recently noticed that it is giving me 14.5 mpg. The sticker stats 19 city and 26 freeway but I am getting 14.5. This is what the onboard display says, not my guesstimate. Now I find myself refilling once a week. My last car had a lot more horse power than this pos and gave me a solid 23 to 24. Dealership will look into it and I may provide an update later. Meanwhile, I would love to hear what others are getting. Thanks.