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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  Rated the best and is - 2009 Infiniti G37
  By HHall - January 22 - 1:16 pm

  Set out to buy either a new MB C330, BMW 328, or Lexus IS250. Did all the research, but the Infiniti was consistently rated highest and was the lowest price so I figured a test drive was warranted. I was sold on the first press of the accelerator. A terrific car - clearly out performed the others. Excellent in snow and slush - couldnt make it spin out in an empty parking lot. When priced out with similar options, just a tremendous value for the money compared to the other three. (Acura was too ugly). Got 21-22 mph until my speeding ticket, now gets 24-25 commuting.

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  Great Luxury Buy - 2000 Infiniti QX4
  By Brian Pfister - January 21 - 10:00 am

  This vehicle is wonderful. It has everything, and is affordable. Could use a little more power, but not that bad. Better than what I expected. The comfort is great, and the Bose stereo is incredible. I highly recommned this vehicle.

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  LOVE MY CAR - 2004 Infiniti Q45
  By SYCLONE7 - January 21 - 10:00 am

  THIS IS THE BEST CAR I HAVE EVER OWNED,AND I HAD CADILLACS AND A BONNEVILLE SSE BEFORE THIS ONE

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  hot car - 2004 Infiniti M45
  By fariaro - January 21 - 10:00 am

  My only complaint is the transmission. It is rough and at certain rates of acceleration appears to not have enough torque for that gear, then downshifts.

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  Best SUV we have owned - 2013 Infiniti FX
  By abasin - January 21 - 8:39 am

  We wanted a mid-sized Luxury SUV that was sporty. Most SUVs are too cushy & underpowered. The Porsche, BMW are cool but too costly for us. That really only left the FX, Cadillac, Acura. The Acura & Cadillac were very good. But the Infiniti had the most power & best electronics. It the difference for my wife. With cameras on 4 sides, not just 3 sides like the BMW, she can park the FX better than her Mini. Its a joy to drive. Great feel & firm handling. Its a rear wheel based AWD, sports car.

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  Wow - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By difordo - January 19 - 6:26 pm

  Bought as a grey import in Dubai, had to have it after seeing it at the used car dealership (20 miles on the clock). Looks gorgeous, a hoot to drive - accidentally got the performance package, which I guess spices it up even more. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a stylish coupe in this price range - its certainly far classier than a Beemer.

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  Infiniti 2001 - Great SUV - 2002 Infiniti QX4
  By daboom - January 18 - 10:00 am

  I love my QX4. The service department is great. The sales department was great. No BS games. The SUV is extremely spunky. The slight negatives I have are that the AC is able to cool the entire vehicle very well until the outside temp gets to the low 90s, and after 20,000 miles, there is some vibration when breaking from high speeds which I was told can be taken car of when I get my brakes done. The anti-lock brakes have probably saved me from a couple of accidents. P.S. Definitely get the 4 wheel drive if you are going to be in the snow at all.

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  Bye Bye BMW - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By nystagmus - January 18 - 10:00 am

  I was driving a 2001 330i and was looking for something fresh, man was this the ticket. Outrageous low end torque, handles much better in the corners than the 2002 BMW, also test drove the Audi A4, Lexus IS300, Acura TL-S. This car moves out and turns more heads than the old bimmer. Anyone considering an entry level sports sedan should drive this car 1st, everything else wont measure up. Doubters-refer to Road and Tracks July 2002 issue-2nd place didnt make the front cover!!!

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  Six Months, Even More Pleased! - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By Converted One - January 18 - 10:00 am

  After six increasingly happy months of ownership, and after reviewing comments (especially those of an obvious BMW salesman who is losing his livelihood because of this awesome car) I felt the need to add my two cents. I LOVE this car. The more I drive it, the longer I have it, the more I love it! I have yet to find the need to return to the dealer for more than oil changes and one tire rotation. I read one comment about the radio having too much Bass, true, but easily adjusted. Comments about this car not being as good as a 330i? Well, as stated, that salesman needs to contact his local Infiniti dealer--maybe they are hiring.

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  Super roomy - 2017 Infiniti Q50
  By Iotaphi885 - January 16 - 7:41 am

  I saw a review from a person that said if youre over 60 that this vehicle is not comfortable. I am 67 and almost 300lbs..I find it more spacious than most SUVs I have been in. Super comfortable in my opinion