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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  G-35 coupe worth every penny - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By T. Sanger - June 12 - 9:50 pm

  The G-35 coupe has been great,the cars acceleration is strong,handling is very responsive and predictable. The ride is very good considering the suspension and tires and the interior is well laid out.

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  new car - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By mike - June 10 - 9:06 pm

  Well built and tight. Powerful and responsive, sleek new look and very well built. Bose stereo is awesome.

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  off the charts -- especially for the $$$ - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By kostas - June 7 - 10:00 am

  Ive owned my g-35 for 6 months. I thought it was fast when I bought it but now that the engine is broken in -- it really flies. We have taken a number of trips with 2 kids, wife, grandma and myself. I am a former owner of 525-touring and it is apparent that the g-35s rear seats offer more room and comfort than the touring did. It also boasts an ample trunk. I have owned BMWs for over 15 years and I am more than pleased with the g-35s rear wheel platform, handling characteristics and most impressed with its power. It blows the doors off all the entry level BMWs and gives the 540 ($54,000) more than a run for its money.

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  g35 - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By ryan jalim - June 7 - 10:00 am

  car lovers ultimate ride

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  Love to Drive - 2002 Infiniti G20
  By Kcherice - June 4 - 1:30 pm

  I fell in love with my G before I even bought it. Just after seeing it in 2001, I drove it right off the showroom floor and it hasnt disappointed me yet! This car is classy yet sporty and a great performer for the 4-cyl class. Solid engineering and esthetically pleasing. Still looks great today even among newer vehicles. Cons? Cup holders are inefficient. Passenger seat adjustment in the sport edition isnt automatic. My son grew up in this car and will inherit it in 2 yrs; it makes me nervous that he wont love it as much as I do.

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  Very happy with purchase - 2007 Infiniti G35
  By NDFI - June 3 - 3:50 pm

  I love this car, its just a joy to drive.

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  Mystery Drain - 2002 Infiniti Q45
  By taf - June 3 - 8:50 am

  Great car. Owned in for 5 years with no plans to sell or trade in.

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  Best overall car for the money - 2008 Infiniti G35
  By Mike - June 1 - 6:13 am

  The G is the most powerful sedan in its class, once you get over the overpriced BMW and over-rated IS, you will find the best performance, handling, and the most advanced Nav system on any vehicle at any price. For those of you who whine about fuel economy go buy a civic.

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  Great Value - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By esutter - June 1 - 2:00 am

  Excellent car, plenty of pep, fun to drive and has all the creature comforts. I love the car, a couple of small things, I find the seat controlls irritating, they poke into your leg until you adjust the way you sit. The car is poor in the snow, sand bags in the trunk and snow tires help. The awd version should make a big difference. Overall I am very happy with the car, after researching the segment and test driving many of the competitors I am convinced that this is the best car for the $, if not the best car in the segment.

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  Great Car - 1999 Infiniti I30
  By latke - May 30 - 10:00 am

  Car looks good is super dependable.