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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  age is but a number - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By MARYANN RANDISI - April 26 - 7:03 am

  This g-35 coupe is my second in one year. I was involved in a serious accident where i was broad sided on the passenger side. The door was completely sheared off. I was saved by the heavy steel bars installed by their manufacturer. They had to be sawed off. Air bags to the side of me went off, along with above the door where glass shattered. Officers were so amazed of this vehicles safety feature, they were asking my son, what make of car was is? The car was totalled.

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  Qx 56 - 2004 Infiniti QX56
  By Avishal - April 25 - 6:20 pm

  Its a great car. Worth every penny.

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  Made the right decision - 2002 Infiniti I35
  By - April 24 - 10:00 am

  After many months of research, Ive just purchased a new I35. I feel that this car provides the best value in its class. You feel good while driving it.

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  The Batmobile - 2008 Infiniti G37
  By Lance Charles - April 24 - 1:58 am

  Only by this car if you want to be noticed. I have owned my G37 for 8 years and over 134,000 miles. Only had one problem that requirex non-warrenty repair. I dont get into my car, I put it on. This car was made fot the highway. It out accelerates just about anything else on the road is highly manuverable, and is rather nice to be in for long drives ( I had a 1 hr commute). I would buy it again...

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  A great all around SUV - 2002 Infiniti QX4
  By QX4lover - April 22 - 11:26 pm

  Its been over six years since I bought it new, and still drives like it did on the first day. Super reliable.

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  Love My Car - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By Trooper - April 22 - 12:46 pm

  My G35x is a blast to drive. It handles great and is very fast. I love the rear, reclining seats for back-seat comfort. The interior is not that gaudy shiny plastic wood stuff everywhere, in fact, since the car is sporty, I opted to skip any wood interior. I find everything within reach and very accessible. I opted for the aero package. Cruising down the road at 85 is like a dream. I love this car.

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  I30 review - 1999 Infiniti I30
  By vonstl - April 20 - 10:00 am

  Backseat cup holders would be a plus. Back seat headrest obstruct view however, they are removeable. LImited leg room for larger people.

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  TOTAL BLAST - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By Tcruz246 - April 20 - 10:00 am

  For starters, what sold me the first time I saw the car was the bodystyle, and of course the extra space available for the back seat. The trunk space is great also. Its the kind of car that catches the human eye. Unlike the BMW that has become somewhat mainstream, this one seems to be in a class all of its own. People just cant help but look when it drives by them.

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  Very Nice - 2007 Infiniti G35
  By James - April 19 - 11:10 am

  Love it. Comfortable and very fun to drive. The 306 HP really makes this car move. Nav package is a must.

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  Not as flashy but just as nice - 2008 Infiniti M45
  By MTCS - April 17 - 3:23 pm

  Traded in a 09 Maxima for the 08 Infiniti M45X. I test drove the 08 G37 and a 08 BMW 550. The G 37 actually drives better but I figured I would get the top of the line and go with the M. The car does not turn heads but as the other reviewer put it, you get pampered when you get inside. I had a Maxima prior to this so I understand all the gadgets. Everything is laid out well. It has great power, you will not get embarrassed on the acceleration lane and on a smooth road you cant tell the difference between 65 and 85. The surround sound is like a concert hall. Around town the ride is a little bouncy, you will feel most bumps in the road and the M goes through gas.