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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  So far So good - 2014 Infiniti QX60
  By crash - September 1 - 11:34 pm

  The reviews Ive read sound scary! I havent owned mine long but Ive done a long road trip with it. Others have mentioned poor gas mileage. I dont fully disagree, but Ive been watching my driving habits and my mileage has been improving. At first I was getting a combined 16.5 mpg. My overall average has improved to 21.5 and my last few fill ups were around the 23.5 mpg range. I now leave it in ECO mostly and switch to sport in city traffic or when I know Ill need more responsive acceleration. I havent had any quality issues yet with trim or paint, but do worry about that as the trim pieces do seem a little fragile or cheap. So, I am concerned based on other reviews. But, so far I LOVE this car. It is very quiet which is important to me. Its a very smooth ride too, also important. I just returned from a 7 day, 2700 mile road trip and I find the car to be very comfortable. I bought this car used, and had planned on buying the Audi Q7, but was having difficulties finding the right used one at the right price and then drove this and loved it. I should mention that the one I bought came with all the packages, and Im very pleased with all the features, especially the adaptive or intelligent cruise control. So, so far Im very happy, and hopefully I wont have some of the problems others mention.

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  Brakes!!! - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By GB - August 31 - 6:13 am

  Id love this car so much more if I didnt have to have new brakes every 12000 miles! This car eats tires; goes thru brakes like crazy and get terrible gas mileage (even when we dont race it!) Otherwise, its my favorite car of all time... and Ive had a few!!

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  3rd Time Buyer - 2014 Infiniti QX70
  By Dana Denton - August 30 - 10:39 pm

  This is my third Infinity. Two x35s and now the X70. Obviously, I love this car. Its distinctive styling and performance make it my all time favorite.

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  2nd Infiniti - 2003 Infiniti I35
  By Kayaklady - August 29 - 2:00 am

  How can you beat a beautiful car, great power and ride. Free loaner when serviced. Infiniti from now on.

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  50,000 miles - No major problems - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By Dukeboy22 - August 28 - 9:50 am

  I purchased my G35 in June 07 with 29k miles. Since then, I added 22k more miles, with few troubles. First, the tires I have are great, and I just rotated them, yesterday, after 22k miles. I dont think I will change them until they have close to 40k on them. They are definitely NOT OEM. Second, I had a funny scrunching noise in the suspension, possibly the shocks/struts. The dealership replaced this free of charge under warranty (though I still hear some of the same sound - revisiting dealer!). Third, I had a dummy light come on 2 weeks ago, which the manual said was low tire pressure. I inflated the, the light went away! Its fast, a little bumpy, very sexy, and it makes me happy!

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  ULTIMATE NEAR-LUX SPORTS SEDAN - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By Mike99 - August 26 - 8:36 pm

  Infiniti now has something to compete with, and it is a very well made car

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  G35 - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By memphisslim1 - August 26 - 2:00 am

  Just got the G35 last week and am very favorably impressed as I drive it around town and country. Nice design, strong performance, luxury features, agile, tight cornering, and high reliability expectations (based on Infinity/Nissan history). This rear wheel drive car is defininitely worth a look if youre in the market for an upscale sports sedan. I almost got the BMW 330i, but after driving the G35, I found it be a true sports sedan representing a much better value than the BMW 3 series. Great driving experience, soft leather, horsepower and torque, massive brakes, including value and reliability. This car is so strong .

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  G37X so far so good - 2011 Infiniti G Sedan
  By evfab4 - August 26 - 2:00 am

  I just purchased my G37X two weeks ago (previously owned an Audi A4). The G37 really moves! I love driving it and have to fight the temptation to step on the gas. Handling is excellent (ride is firm, as expected). I picked the G37 over another A4 because of 1) performance, and 2) I am hoping that the Infiniti will require fewer repairs than the A4. With that said, I learned that the cost of scheduled maintenance (vs repairs) is not cheap for the Infiniti. Ask the Dealer about this before you buy. Overall, at this point I am very happy that I bought the G37 and I hope that I feel the same a year from now!

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  Sold a Lexus i loved.. for an Infiniti i love more! - 2008 Infiniti G37
  By poolshark7 - August 25 - 10:10 am

  Ever since i saw a Lexus IS300 in first year of production i knew i wanted one. Eventually got a black 5 speed with spoiler.. (had my mind on NEVER letting it go)...... daily driven, loved it for 6 years longest ive had a car.. and then just happened to stop one day at lunch and test drive an absolutely gorgeous athens blue G37S... just on a whim.. guess what - i ended up buying it that same day. Im 53" and find the G very comfortable. Like another reviewer said, its a little light on response, need to anticipate acceleration or use the paddles or tap over into DS mode for more immediate shifts. For a 6 cylinder this car is FAAAAASSST!! 0-60 much faster than a Straight 6 Lexus, wow...

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  Best car Ive ever owned - 1999 Infiniti I30
  By Shannan - August 23 - 6:16 am

  Loved my Infiniti I-30 Touring Model. Super comfortable, elegant, reliable, should have never traded it in!! I am still mourning that decision. Great interior, very luxurious. Bought w/117K miles and could still be running if I didnt trade it in.