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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  Best Performance Luxury Sedan - 2006 Infiniti M45
  By shmang - February 22 - 2:40 pm

  This car is simply amazing. With the luxury and performance combined together, few can match. Infiniti gets it just right. It is packed with luxury options to make it a true luxury car, while the 335hp V8 with firm suspension makes the car a true performer. It is not a sports car for sure, which it should not be, as it is a luxury sedan. This car makes the trip enjoyable no matter drive it fast or slow.

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  G35 6 speed - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By Calvin - February 21 - 8:26 pm

  Its been 2 years since I brought my G35,,, dont drive during the week because I use metro live in Washington DC... But on the weekends when weather is nice a brother gets loose... RED is her pet name. The power of the 6 speed manual is something else,,, it darks in gears 1-3... Love it... Please dont tell my wife or Geico...

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  Best Nissan Product Yet! - 2008 Infiniti G35
  By cd_moreno - February 20 - 6:40 pm

  WOW! That is all I can say, this is my fourth Nissan product Ive owned. When I was in the market for something new, I knew G35 was at the top of my list. I picked up a G35 X with the newly delivered Sport package. What an amazing vehicle. Tight suspension, steering, incredible features, fun to drive. Gas mileage is really bad but I dont care because every time I drive this car the smile on my face is priceless, acceleration is amazing and even though this car is extremely heavy, it hides its pounds. Incredible styling, beautiful to look at. The best purchase I have ever made.

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  Great Car!! - 2003 Infiniti I35
  By NissanFan4Ever - February 19 - 11:26 am

  Love the car!! I traded my 2005 Nissan SE-R Spec V for it. Had the car 8 weeks and I average around 900-1000 miles a week. The car is absolutely a dream to own and drive. I average 26 MPG. The car cruises effortlessly and has amazing power. It handles well for what it is. I miss and loved the Spec V (especially the handling and the seats) but needed and wanted something safer, more comfy and luxurious now that I am an engineer and do a lot more driving. I highly recommend Infiniti and Nissan products - this is my 5th Nissan/Infiniti product.

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  Fast, nimble, comfortable. - 2011 Infiniti FX
  By ogashige - February 15 - 2:18 am

  I stepped up from Audi Allroad. Allroad was good car, 70 mph cruising was nice. When I drive FX50 at 70, I feel boring. Kick the gas pedal and driving 80-90, yes, this car is much better. Stopping, cornering, nice. I feel very comfortable all the time.

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  Best car NO ONE has ever heard of! - 2002 Infiniti G20
  By G20 owner - 11 years - February 13 - 10:00 am

  While it is true that horsepower may be a little less than what many people want it to be, but dont believe everything you hear. 145HP is fine for a car its size. Ive owned 2 G20s since 1992 and still do. OUTSTANDING car. A consumers magazine rated it the most reliable car 5 YEARS IN A ROW! Other drivers think you have some sort of exotic car, but you really have a great looking, reliable, and fuel efficient Nissan. Its about 4/5ths the size of an Accord or Camry. If you dont need that little bit of space - you need to look at the G20. Youll be glad you did.

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  Way Cool - 2003 Infiniti M45
  By Alan Acosta - February 13 - 10:00 am

  I moved from a BMW 330 coupe to the M45. I enjoyed the BMW, the M blows it away for just a few thousand more. The BMW was more sporty, felt the road more, yes. all thats true. But given all those people in their automatic 325 sedans, I think that argument is hooey. The M drives really well and knocks you back in your seat when you take off. Build and fit-finish are excellent, gadgets fun. Finally, the M has taken its knocks for its "look," --too conservative, too chunky, whatever--but I have gotten rave reviews from friends and people on the street. Lots of power and bang for buck--this car rocks.

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  Im still in love - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By Friscomama - February 12 - 8:23 pm

  Ive had my car now for almost a year and Im still in love. The gas mileage is about 21 mpg around the city and approx. about 25 highway.

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  Just go and drive one with all the toys - 2008 Infiniti G35
  By Dallas - February 12 - 11:43 am

  I have been driving high performance Benz and BMW for years, but had the itch for more room and luxury without giving up performance. I am past the days of status statements with automobiles and started my search from behind the wheel test driving cars with a budget of 55K. In the end the G35S was the car, it delivers more luxury and features than the BMW 5s and better performance and features than the Benz Es, all for just under 40K with all options.

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  The Jewel of Jewels - 1998 Infiniti Q45
  By Ed - February 10 - 3:56 pm

  I bought my Q45 10 years ago and it now has 188,000 miles on it. I am amazed at the reliability of this vehicle. It is far and away the best car Ive ever owned. It still runs perfectly- like new today. I keep waiting for something major to go wrong so I can justify trading it in but it continues to run and operate perfectly. It handles well, is very comfortable, powerful and quiet. The only item that ever failed was the alternator at 125,000 miles. I just need to tell the world that this car is the UNBELIEVABLY reliable. I am finally considering trading it in only because Ive had it for 10 years and I want something different. Im sure Ill be disappointed with its replacement. Its a 10!