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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  Great Car - 2002 Infiniti I35
  By bhavesh - July 17 - 1:53 pm

  This is the best car for the money! I looked at all the competition but did ot find any thing close to this fabulous car!

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  2 yrs later- wed still buy again - 2008 Infiniti QX56
  By keg97 - July 17 - 9:06 am

  We cross shopped tons of large SUVs (MB GL450, Armada, Toyota Sequoia & Land Cruiser, GMC Denali, Cadillac Escalade, Lexus LX570, ) and this was the obvious choice. The 08 interior upgrade is dramatic and makes this truly feel like a luxury SUV. Lots of technology/luxury (HID lights, keyless start, HDD Navi, Front/Rear Sonar, intelligent cruise control, rear Camera, heated steering wheel, power 3rd row seat etc.) that make this truck feel like a million bucks. The interior is very flexible. We have the bench seat and 2 car seats and can still get 2-3 adults in the 3rd row. We take several trips/year from VA to HH, SC and can get 16/17 MPG even w/Thule box on top. No issues with reliabilty

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  Excellent Ride - 2007 Infiniti G35
  By Matt - July 17 - 2:40 am

  This is my 3rd car since college and definitely the best. Granted the G35x is significantly more expensive than a Honda Accord or a Volvo S60, however, the power and comfort is amazing. If youre a music fan, I recommend getting the navigation package since you can burn your CDs on to a 9 gig hard drive for your convenience. Im not sure why the car really comes with a 6 disc changer since its pretty obselete when factoring in the other feature.

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  Overlooked Option - 2015 Infiniti Q50
  By SS - July 13 - 9:34 am

  This car was panned pretty heavily when it came out in 14. There were some first generation issues that for the most part have been fixed. Great highway ride. Not a fan of run-flat tires - probably my only gripe. Steering system is awesome. There were a lot of critics of the wireless steering in terms of feel. You would have to test it yourself to see but personally I like it. Long drives dont wear on you. Cross winds dont impact your driving line. Bumps/potholes dont jar the steering wheel. And the power the hybrid delivers is impressive. Not to mention pretty good mpg as well. Add in a nice audio system and all-wheel drive and you have a great ride.

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  ES 300 Beater - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By FoodForThought - July 11 - 8:23 pm

  A nice blend or power (260hp), sport sedan, and comfort. A good buy for G35 with willow cloth. But not so nice when equipped the way you want it. (33-35K)

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  Best car I have every owned - 2008 Infiniti G37
  By Mark - July 11 - 11:16 am

  Bought a blk exterior, stone interior with sports package. This car looks nicer on the outside than Lexus and BMW. I am 6 ft 2 inches and plenty of room in the driver / front passenger. Right after purchase drove from Los Angeles to AZ and it performed / felt / looked great. This is my 5th new car off a lot and this is the best.

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  Great Buy - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By adnan - July 11 - 9:13 am

  Ive driving my new Infinite for about a month now, m really surprized by the powerful engine, exceleration is swift like a bullet, braking is amazing. This car has great looks from inside and out. Exhaust noise is fun to listen to when excelerating. Its very tempting to drive this car really fast, feels very smooth and comfortable at high speeds, feels like 50s when driving at 80. This car has a lot of room in the second row. Bose stereo perfomrs less than expected but its OK. Had the chance to drive my G 35X in snow, 4-wheel drive system was great, no slip, no skid, very manouvreable in snow. Its thousands cheeper than BMW 3 series with much more features for much less money, great buy.

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  Awesome - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By trackatak - July 11 - 2:00 am

  I love this car. It is definately the best luxury sports car for its price on the market.

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  G35 awesome! - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By king of crown - July 11 - 2:00 am

  best car i ve had since my 91 Q45-great performance and handling and styling for under 40 grand -all i want to do is drive!

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  Fun Car - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By sonikflood - July 11 - 2:00 am

  I absolutely love this car. Originally I wanted a 350z because I wanted to stay within the "z" family so, I test drove a couple 350s to see how I liked them. I was kinda iffy about the styling of the new "z" but then I found out about the G35 coupe and fell instantly in love with it. I had absolutely no doubts about it whatsoever. It is basically a luxury version of the 350z and has a ton of "creature features" in it. From the Bose stereo to the Nav system to the Heated leather seats this car is awesome. Plus its got performance that you wouldnt expect from a luxury car of this caliber.