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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  Best SUV Ive ever bought hands down! - 2010 Infiniti QX56
  By infiniti happi - March 4 - 8:30 pm

  Infiniti qx56 has all that I wanted in one vehicle, looks, ride, power and much more. Sure the gas mileage is low but at least I am safe, my family is safe, I have everything I want in this vehicle. I am hooked...

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  Still buying em - 2003 Infiniti QX4
  By QX4 LIFER! - March 3 - 8:50 pm

  Ive owned the 01, 02 and now the 03. $4$ there is no better value out there. The proof is in the fact that it is difficult to even find a low mileage one pre-owned. There is a rumor that Infiniti is in the design stages to bring it back due to customer demand. I will be the first person sleeping on line outside the dealers door to buy it!!

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  This one stands out from the rest - 2006 Infiniti QX56
  By AMEDESU - March 1 - 4:26 am

  I didnt know too much about the infinitis. Then, i started seeing commercials, ads, and some around town. I was over the "sporty" suv look. I wanted something classy and different. I looked into the infinity qx56 and i fell in love with it. I loved it so much that i had all the extras that you can imagine put on for me.. 22"Rims, 2 part grill, 3 tvs. I went for it! I get double takes on my car all the time and compliments on it! Infinity of montclair dealership team was great! Thank you for buying my car of my dreams honey! Dr. Michael & emma lawrence

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  Great drive, great comfort - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By Janis - February 26 - 10:00 am

  This car is a kick and a half to drive! Drives better than the A4 I used to have and is almost $10K less. I bought the X AWD version since I did not like the reliability in snow with RWD. Acceleration at 55MPH+ is somewhat sluggish, so I throw it into 3rd using the tiptronic shifter and then it GOES! Just a few very small imporvements and this car would be absolutely perfect!

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  GREAT CAR - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By Michael N - February 26 - 10:00 am

  I think that this car beats the BMW 3 series which I have had. Its interior design need some improvement but otherwise, one of the best cars I have driven and owned.

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  Beautiful Styling & Craftsmanship - 1999 Infiniti I30
  By brunk - February 23 - 10:00 am

  Beautiful styling in that it is not tail heavy. Attractive 2-tone paint & neutral gray interior with lots of comfort gagets.

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  Exhilerating Ride on a G35 - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By GeesG35 - February 23 - 7:20 am

  Love the design. Performance is beyond what I expected. Gets looks on the street all the time. Underappreciated speed. Mustag sound with BMW handling.

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  03 INFINITI M45 BEST CAR EVER OWNED - 2003 Infiniti M45
  By mike s - February 23 - 12:00 am

  Best car i ever bought.Paid 15,000 with only 88,000 and a full elite Infiniti warranty.had major oil burning issue which Infiniti took care of and replaced L.B. @ 96,000. Fun to drive,very fast,and looks great.

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  G20 Forever - 2001 Infiniti G20
  By Filzy - February 19 - 3:50 pm

  We bought this car in 2001 as for its style, comfort, economy and reliability. Its now seven years and 160ks later and it still feels and drives like a new car! Im astounded at how tight and rattle-free the driving experience still is. We have repaired O2 sensors and wiper arms under warranty, changed tires and brake pads, replaced the power antenna, and changed a couple of light bulbs. That is all and the car drives like new, I am not kidding!! The original re92 bridgestone tires were awful in snow and ice but lasted 90k until they were taken off and thrown as far away as possible! This car should never have come with those tires as standard equipment!

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  Great Car! - 2004 Infiniti I35
  By rebeccaleuchte - February 19 - 10:00 am

  This car is stylish, has great handling, drives like a dream! The stereo is incredible! On the highway it rides wonderful and has plenty of pick up to it. The interior is comfortable, and the heated options are great when its cold out. I would recommend this car to anyone! Ive enjoyed every minute that Ive owned it!