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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  Amazing - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By Michael W - May 28 - 4:30 am

  I purchased my g35 coupe used at 27k. It has prem and nav pkgs but no sports because i live in nyc. I test drove one w/ a sports package and found it way too stiff. The handling limits of non-sports pkg are beyond anything id approach + the ride is better. The GPS is a lifesaver and is one of the best in the world. Very few cards can beat it in a straight line but most imporantly is the attention the exterior + exhaust gets. All of its competitors (330Ci, Acura CL, etc) blend into the crowd. The G35C is like an exotic car on the road. Every occasion i have to drive it is welcomed. Going to get groceries is fun. Ive had it only for a few days and ive already recieved many many compliemnts

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  A very well built driving machine! - 2004 Infiniti M45
  By Doublewoods - May 27 - 8:16 am

  I have been driving Infiniti M45 since Sept. of 2004. It has lots of power with smooth acceleration and great braking system. Internal design is very well done with almost all of the fancy features you can think of.

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  I LOVE MY INFINITI QX-56 - 2004 Infiniti QX56
  By ALFRED BROWN - May 23 - 10:00 am

  I LOVE DRIVING MY NEW INFINITI QX56. FOR IT TO BE AS BIG AS IT IS THE RIDE IS LIKE BEING IN A LUXURY CAR. IT HANDLES QUITE WELL FOR ITS SIZE. i ALWAYS EORRY ABOUT A VEHICLE THIS TURNING OVER SHOLD I SURVE TO AVOID A VEHICLE AT HIGH SPEED. WELL IT HAPPEN TO ME MY QX56 HELD THE ROAD AND NOW I DON"T WORRY ABOUT THIS VEHICLE STAYING ON ALL FOUR WHEELS. I JUST LOVE IT AND FEEL TOTALLY SAFE IN IT WITH MY ENTIRE FAMILY.

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  Love My QX56 - 2004 Infiniti QX56
  By SUVHappy - May 23 - 10:00 am

  I just bought my QX56 and I am thrilled! The interior is luxurious and comfortable -- lots of gadgets and buttons to play with! The exterior turns heads and it is like riding on air!

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  EYE SHOCKING SUV - 2004 Infiniti QX56
  By jody Riddle - May 23 - 10:00 am

  This vehicle is smooth, reliable, quiet, and eye catching. I get more compliments off this suv. I have had minor problems which were taken care of by the dealer.

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  G35 - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By Ligor Manushi - May 23 - 10:00 am

  NOt only does this car drive like a star but I drove it from MI to VA in 11 hours, with only one half hour stop. that was the most fun I have had driving

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  Paint Job - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By kellie037 - May 23 - 10:00 am

  The paint on infinity G35s are terrouble!I have called about my paint job when I had it only 3 months, they know this is a major defect and will not do anything about it because if they fix mine they know they will have to repaint everyones. They use less paint than other dealerships and less clear coat. I was told this by the person in charge of making decisions on repairs. My cars paint looks old and dull. The bugs ate through the paint 3 months after I purchased it. They will not return phone calls and refuse to look at it. I will never buy a infinity again! Every person I see driving a Infinity, I make sure I tell them about the paint.

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  Super fast and stylish with power - 2016 Infiniti Q50
  By InfinitiZ - May 20 - 8:07 am

  Its amazing for what it is in this price range. You get amazing style, power @400 hp and technology. I love the menus and touch screen. Sound system is awesome.

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  Q50s is anything but Sport oriented - 2015 Infiniti Q50
  By Alex Shein - May 20 - 1:21 am

  I purchased a 2015 Q50s 3 days ago and waiting till Monday morning to call and negotiate a return. I will write my upfront and honest review about the vehicle after putting it to the test the past 3 days. Please keep in mind I come from a 2010 535i RWD Sport. First impressions the Q50s seems like a top competitor in the sport sedan market , it is anything but. The acceleration isnt anything impressive , the car severely lacks torque and it shows. The cornering in AWD kicks in when needed and is absolutely horrendous. It causes severe understeer and instability. The ride feels very cheap and unstable as well. The seats arent great and overall the interior feels cheap. The Bose 14 speaker system could be better as well. There are other little things like non power steering wheel with out the - Deluxe Pkg.. I am sorry but for a mid 40s sedan to have a manual adjusting steering wheel is sad. If you want a reliable commuter car -Q50s ( I say the term S lightly haha) is for you. If you want a real sport sedan with a solid drive , precise handling and impressive acceleration then the 335i/535i is your vehicle.

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  Q50s is anything but Sport oriented - 2015 Infiniti Q50
  By Alex Shein - May 20 - 1:21 am

  I purchased a 2015 Q50s 3 days ago and waiting till Monday morning to call and negotiate a return. I will write my upfront and honest review about the vehicle after putting it to the test the past 3 days. Please keep in mind I come from a 2010 535i RWD Sport. First impressions the Q50s seems like a top competitor in the sport sedan market , it is anything but. The acceleration isnt anything impressive , the car severely lacks torque and it shows. The cornering in AWD kicks in when needed and is absolutely horrendous. It causes severe understeer and instability. The ride feels very cheap and unstable as well. The seats arent great and overall the interior feels cheap. The Bose 14 speaker system could be better as well. There are other little things like non power steering wheel with out the - Deluxe Pkg.. I am sorry but for a mid 40s sedan to have a manual adjusting steering wheel is sad. If you want a reliable commuter car -Q50s ( I say the term S lightly haha) is for you. If you want a real sport sedan with a solid drive , precise handling and impressive acceleration then the 335i/535i is your vehicle.