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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  The Dream Car - 2006 Infiniti M45
  By M45 - April 27 - 3:00 pm

  If you ever wanted a car that could do everything, the M45 is the car for you. It comes with every accessory known to man. Its one of those cars that you enjoy getting into every day to go to work or go on an outing. No matter where you go, people will be looking and admiring what you are driving. I have owned in my life time at least 12 vehicles from different makers and I can honestly say, I have found a home with the Infiniti M45.

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  Great all around luxury performer - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By Dmitriy G. - April 26 - 7:50 am

  I absolutely love this car. Very powerful and smooth, comfy ride. Great handling. I get tons of compliments on the looks. I actually like the design of this model better than the g37 coupe thats out now. I really feel that they took away the aggressiveness out of the exterior design and made it more docile looking like the Lexus sc. The exhaust tone puts a smile on my face each time I start the car. The seats are very comfortable and hold you in place well in the twisties (and you will love the twisties) this car really is in a league of its own as far as price goes and what you get for your money.

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  Fastmobile - 2006 Infiniti G35
  By Rocky P. - April 26 - 4:03 am

  Excellent, legend in the range. You can feel the power of engine. The ride is so great, you wont mind spending more time on steering. You can get all performance, technology, comfort those 50k and 70k cars offer here in G-35 under 35k

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  Excellent - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By Mike - April 25 - 11:06 pm

  I have been driving the G35x for almost a year now and I cannot get enough of it. I have not had the good fortune of a snow storm (to test the AWD) yet but winter is just starting here in the Washington DC metro area. I recommend this car to anyone considering a BMW 3 series.

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  My favorite car, period - 2002 Infiniti I35
  By Infinity4Life - April 25 - 9:03 pm

  My I35 Sport is the 1st Infiniti Ive ever owned, and Im thoroughly impressed! I currently have over 160,000 miles on it, and so far, no problems other than the passenger side power seat motor needed replacing. Love all the options: heated steering wheel, mirrors, and all 4 seats, power rear window shade, full-size spare tire, sport suspension, standard 17" wheels, etc., has the most options for the $$$. Would buy another I35 if they were still being offered! Wonderful auto.

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  great value - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By fireflyjsn - April 25 - 10:00 am

  the G35 is a great value. Superb performance from a wonderful engine & transmission. holds 4 large adults comfortably and is very quiet at highway speeds. our only complaint is the slightly rough ride on bumpy roads, they could improve the suspension.

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  Worth the wait - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By coupenewbie - April 25 - 10:00 am

  Once in a very long while a car company gets it all just right. Such is the case with Infiniti and the G35 Coupe. This car is pure magic. It drives like a dream, full of power, road-hugging grip, perfect driver ergonomics (at least for me, a 6 male). The styling is timeless, it will look great 25, 35 years from now just as a 50s t-bird does today. It is impossible to park your G and not walk away from it backwards, admiring its blend of masculine muscle and feminine grace and style. What a winner, place your order today!

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  Great value - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By abckk - April 25 - 10:00 am

  Compared with BMW 3 & 5 series, this car is as big and fast for thousands less. You cant go wrong with the styling and features.

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  BUY IT! - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By hivpozbud - April 25 - 10:00 am

  Smooth, powerful, V6, gorgeous design, spacious for the driver/passenger (not so much for the backseat passengers), Definite eye catcher and can keep up with anything in its class and even out of its class. Great feeling shifting and comfy seats.

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  Fast Sexy Ride - 2006 Infiniti G35
  By Drivin Fast - April 22 - 9:10 am

  I purchased this car after extensive research and Im glad I did. My baby handles like a dream. I LOVE the power she has and I love the look on peoples faces when they see a women driving this powerful, sleek fantasy on wheels. Please, dont be jealous!