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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  youve got to get one! - 2003 Infiniti I35
  By r thieman - August 14 - 10:00 am

  This auto has simply been a great experience to own and drive.I have never had a car as reliable and a dealer so completely helpful in every way.I have not had one single fault with this auto in two years

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  Vroom Vroom - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By C Kelley - August 14 - 10:00 am

  I always thought a car was four wheels and an engine. Not anymore! This is such a fun car to drive. It handles like a dream and those 260 horses are ready when I am. It hugs the road even at high speeds. When I tell my friends that I bought the G35 they all say they have heard great things about the car and my friends that have actually seen the car go nuts. They want one too! In the past 10 days I have driven from LA to San Diego, Morro Bay and La Jolla. What a ride!

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  Total change - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By Casseleyot - August 14 - 10:00 am

  After six DeVilles, thought I would try something more fun to drive, but thought I would have to give up comfort and luxury features...NOT! The G35 has great road feel, tremendous mid-range (35-90+mph)torque, supportive comfortable seats, and a beautiful cabin layout. It also has most of the luxury features of my 03 DHS, including great sound system, satellite radio, zoned air, heated, multi-adjustable and lumbar supported drivers seat. Even for an older driver like myself, its a lot of fun to drive.

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  Great car - 2007 Infiniti G35
  By middle age man - August 12 - 10:00 am

  Great car all around, fun to drive, the power is there when you need it, the features are great and easy to use, I like it way better then my old BMW 3 series

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  RoadTrip - 2016 Infiniti QX80
  By Calvin Dill - August 11 - 2:47 pm

  If you are looking for a dependable, great road care that is comfortable for long drives and has kid entertainment with good around town manners and bang for your buck this is the best luxury vehicle on the market. If you are looking for fair gas mileage and a great large SUV the QX80 will thrill you if gas mileage is your top priority stay away from the QX80.

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  Good Car - 2007 Infiniti G35
  By wonderful - August 9 - 4:50 pm

  We leased this car in 2/07, it was a great ride and car. The only thing is that the seats were very hard and if you went for a long ride it was a killer on your back, esp. a 2 1/2 hr trip.

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  My dream car - 1999 Infiniti I30
  By The beauty of cars - August 9 - 3:53 pm

  This is my first car so obviously I like it, but when I saw this car it was a bit different. I was immediately in love. It drives like a sports car yet is as comfortable like a luxury car. The sound system is unbelievable for a stock system. The sunroof is a good touch.

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  Must have M45 - 2006 Infiniti M45
  By Denis Valle - August 9 - 11:50 am

  Youll be more than glad to take this car the long way home. Plenty of power throughout the power band.

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  Youth Recaptured - 2006 Infiniti G35
  By Barry Hubbard - August 8 - 1:20 pm

  I liked my 2003 G35 so much I traded for a 2006 just like it. The most noticeable difference: the brakes are just as powerful but no longer hyper- sensitive, i.e. grabby. Maneuverability and instant throttle response make highway or city driving a delight...at any speed (I had the 2003 up to 120 mph once - I wont tell you where - and it felt rock-solid). I enjoy the 2006s added features - high intensity headlights, dual-zone a/c, power passenger seat, and garage door opener, but theyre "gravy" on what was already a wonderfully thought out car. It "fits like a glove," seats four comfortably, and looks the way a sport sedan ought to look. At 68 I feel young again.

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  A True Classic - 1997 Infiniti QX4
  By Derrick - August 8 - 8:53 am

  There is a reason the QX4 is a very high demand SUV. I have joyfully driven this vehicle for over 150k miles. It purrs like a kitten and is as dependable as the day is long. The QX4 is the best vehicle I have ever owned and it pains me to part with it. However my new purchase is also an Infinity SUV. The QX4 is an expert handler on snow and ice and superb craftsmanship is still evident 150k miles later. It is a tad bit underpowered for mountain driving and the gas mileage is below average. However even today the vehicle turns heads and is an absolute joy to drive. It is too bad Infiniti discontinued the QX4 as I would certainly have bought another one. Viva QX4!! I will miss my trusty friend.