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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  2008 Infiniti G35 Journey - 2008 Infiniti G35
  By Brian - December 27 - 11:26 am

  Absolutely love this car! I have the Blue slate with grey interior and 18s. From the exterior styling and color, to the interior gauges and design, to the 306 hp engine...this car has it all!! Ive never felt so exhilarated behind the wheel before.

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  Glad I got it!!! - 2006 Infiniti G35
  By Chris C. - December 26 - 8:40 pm

  Had an 05 Acura TL. Traded it in for the 2006 G35. MIGHT have kept it if it were rear wheel drive. But needed something sportier. The G35 fits the bill. Almost got the 350Z, but I wanted something a little bigger with a usable back seat and a less harsh ride. I wish it had better mileage. But 300 horses gotta be fed. If youre thinking of buying one, the G35 wont disappoint. Truly a great car. I only had the car for 2 weeks. Ill do a follow up in 6 mos and tell you if I still luv it as much.

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  Total luxury for a low price. - 2000 Infiniti I30
  By II3S - December 26 - 10:00 am

  I just got my Infiniti 2 days ago, and the first time I was in it I knew that this car was apart from the rest. I used to have a Pontiac Grand Prix but then I got the Infiniti and I saw a big difference. The ride is compeletly different from the Pontiac. Its smooth quite, and luxurious. I just love the 3.0-liter 227-hp. V6 engine. Its so POWERFUL for a front-drive V6 sedan. As much as the car is powerful and luxurious, its also safe with dual front and side airbags and 4-wheel ABS. Other things that I love about this sedan is the power rear sunshade, sunroof, power drivers and passangers seat and the Bose audio system. This car is worth every penny.

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  Best Car - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By Champ - December 26 - 10:00 am

  I have been in the Automotive business for 20 years plus and was a former STS owner. This is my first Import due to the nature of my business. The G-35 is a great Car.From the straight forwardness of the dealership to the vehicle itself. The interior controls are all common sense (Domestic Mfgs take Note!)as well as the comfort,fit and finish.I love to go anywhere with this car!The ride and handling is subperb and anyone looking for a class act try a G-35. Well Done Infinity!!!

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  G35 Coupe - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By John Mozena - December 20 - 8:23 pm

  Great car with luxury features at resonable rates. The sports package drives tight and responsive. The seat belt is alittle tight across the shoulder but is the only complaint I can find. The new lakeshore blue is outstanding with the larger wheels and tires.

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  Ready for liftoff... - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By powercat - December 20 - 2:00 am

  This car handles like a dream, solid and quick. My only complaints are the notchy manual shift linkage and a minor rattle in the rear package panel.

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  Awesome fun - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By jinu117 - December 17 - 2:00 am

  Great handling with powerful sedan at reasonable price. Defintely drviers car. A TRUE sports sedan. (up to now, sports sedan usually meant good handling decent power car or so so handling good power... not any more) Ride is plenty comfortable considering the performance (hard bumps are not as hard as before but small bumps feel a little more pronounced) Great contender for BMW 3 series. PS) The reliability rating is just guess at this point.

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  Awesome car, sad to sell - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By Brandi - December 17 - 2:00 am

  I absolutely love my G! I have had it for two and a half years now and still have so much fun driving it. We have not had any problems with it other than recently the drivers window stopped working for a day, but now it is working again. Ive had Nissans in the past and that tends to be a bit of an issue with them. We do most of the maintaining of it ourselves and its not expensive to keep up with. We have had many adults in the backseat also and as long as you dont hit bumps too hard to where their head hits the glass, its not too bad. Been on many road trips in it and get decent gas mileage and have a blast passing people on 2 lane roads! All in all I love it!

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  Excellent Value - 2011 Infiniti G Sedan
  By Brian B - December 17 - 2:00 am

  Ive had this car for a week and do not regret the purchase. Was wanting a 4 door performance sedan and was considering the Audi S4 but it was $60k after adding the options I wanted. Looked at the G37 and found practically everything I wanted in the S4 for $16k less. Powerful engine, nice interior, and I love the Limited Editions exterior color, Black Malbec, essentially black until you get it in the sunlight where it is dark maroon to purple although the Monacco red leather seats can be polarizing (I love em!). It does seem that I see G37s everywhere though - very popular vehicle. I wish it were a little more "rare" but this vehicle is a great value and a lot of people realize this.

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  Best in Class - 2008 Infiniti G35
  By jrizzo575 - December 16 - 7:16 pm

  There is no better value in the "Entry-Level Luxury Sedan" genre than the Infiniti G35. I have the Journey trim with the Sport Package. Awesome. Better than I expected. Great ride, powerful, quick and a real head turner. Interior is beautiful, too. After looking at Acura TL, 3-Series BMW and others, there is really no comparison. Only downside is MPG. I am getting about 19 living in congested Washington DC spending 50% of time in "city driving" conditions. German manufacturers beware! The G35 delivers luxury and performance that Lexus and Acura cannot match.