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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  How can you consider anything else? - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By Super Marioandready - January 24 - 10:00 am

  Plain and simple, there is no other status/luxury car in this price range that can beat the G35 in its overall combination of: horsepower, torque, braking ability, value, reliability, exterior styling, acceleration, handling, top end speed, rear wheel drive, roominess/legroom/headroom, trunk space, beautiful car logo and front grill. Infiniti has hit a grand slam in the bottom of the ninth with this awesome car. Get the 6 speed manual if you like watching the Daytona 500 or you can get the 5 speed automatic if youre lazy. Get the G35 in black with black leather interior and black tinted rear windows for a mother of a monster mean machine. Go buy it.

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  g20 - 2000 Infiniti G20
  By bryan591 - January 24 - 8:14 am

  i am an ase certified master technician and i work for honda so believe me when i say the g20 is one of the most reliable cars ever made. the motor, transmission, and suspension are all bullet proof. my g20 has 198k on it and it gets 30-32 hwy mpg, doesnt leak, or burn a drop of oil, has the original alternator, water pump, and radiator. sometimes i have to make sure the car is still idling because it idles so smooth. i want to buy another one but my wife wont let me lol. but one is all youll ever need 300,000 miles on original motor and trans is definatley achievable. i cant say enough postitive things about this car, if you have a chance to own one i reccomend it.

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  G35xS (AWD w Sport, Spoiler Pack) - 2008 Infiniti G35
  By Tbone - January 23 - 9:03 pm

  I got my 2008 Infiniti G35xS with the navigation and sport package along with a spoiler. I am coming from driving a powerful Mustang GT with a V8 and a lot of horsepower. And I must say this car is hands down my favorite car that I have ever driven. This was my dream car and I found a way to get it. This car packs more features then any car I have ever seen, and for the price completely knocks out BMW, Lexus, and Audi. I had test driven every single car in the class from the 325xi, Lexus IS350, Caddy CTS, and Audi S4. I have to say without a doubt the G35 is hands down the best car. Infiniti rocks!

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  Blown away - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By J Mark - January 22 - 2:00 am

  I have been driving the G35 coupe for the last week. It is th most exhilerating, comfortable ride I have had in years. The interior setup is superior to the Boxster, the roominess superior to the 350Z and the quality of the interior appointments is superior to the BMW. The handling is tight and superior to all of the above, with maybe the exception of the Z; I cant wait to get it onto a curvey mountain road. As for the price, I cant imagine I could have gotten a better vehicle. I am anticipating years of enjoyment; I have owned a J30 for 9 years and it has been the most reliable car I have ever owned.

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  G37 Sweet Ride - 2008 Infiniti G37
  By BLJ - January 21 - 5:40 pm

  2008 Journey w/Sport/Navi/Premium Platinum Graphite/Stone This car has it all for a coupe. 450 miles on the engine and breaking it in easy, but can tell there is a lot of power waiting to be unleashed. Great handling, great sound system, the navi system with real time traffic is accurate and easy to use. Video inputs as well, can play PacMan on the navi with those battery powered old arcade games. 19 inch wheels with Sport Pkg are really nice looking. A bit bumpy on those weird sections of highway but overall a nice ride for a Sport model. The auto trans shifts nicely up/down, very comfortable shifting. Paddle shifters and DS drive modes make this coupe worth getting as an automatic.

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  G37 captures the German auto gestalt - 2008 Infiniti G37
  By TrueTaiChi - January 21 - 11:36 am

  I just test-drove the G37 Sport automatic. My first impression: this is the first Japanese car Ive driven (I own the G35 6MT with the Brembos) that feels exactly like a German sports car. Seriously. The Sport G37 is tight and solid, with a really surprising balance of sport verve and comfort. The car really feels likes a BMW or Mercedes, but with more edge. Yet it is still distinctly Japanese in its design, if not feel. The exterior is probably the most sumptous, sophisticated sport car design out now for a production sports car. The interior is slick, with cool details, such as the outstanding brushed alum "washi" trim.

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  Definitely an all around muscle car and more - 2003 Infiniti M45
  By vitalydelvalle - January 20 - 12:20 pm

  I purchased this car 1 year ago fully loaded with 65k miles on the clock. The car gets loads of attention and compliments, my mechanic always compliments the powerful v8 and many get surprised when they find out the car has 340 horses under the hood. Ive had a few issues with the car, like the fuel gauge inaccuracy which has left me stranded a few times on the road. My camshaft position sensor failed me at around 75k miles. My only complaint is parts are scarce and everything must be special ordered from infiniti. Other than parts issues, recalls, and general maintenance this car is flawless .

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  Obscure Power and Design - 2005 Infiniti Q45
  By Mark DeMille - January 20 - 10:00 am

  When I bought my Q45 I was excited just to be an owner of classy, powerfull car. After driving it for a year and half I find myself admiring it every time I get in or out, Knowing that those who notice the sleek, obscure design cant help but admire it. When on a freeway I enjoy the power to be in front of anyone.

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  Owning and Driving a "Q" - 2004 Infiniti Q45
  By Walt Lockwood - January 20 - 10:00 am

  The Q45 shouts quality from its sound insultated doors to its choice of automatic or manual shifter. Air conditioned or heated seats add to the pleasure and comfort of driving. With 340 hp (50 more than the Lexus 430), this car is exceptionally fast, with jack rabit capabilities from a standing start. A very responsive ride. The engine is especially quiet and smooth, e.g., it can be turning 5000 rpm with no noise or vibration, only apparent via the tach. Fuel economy has ranged from 19+ to 22 mpg. For making U turns, this car has a very short turning radius. Cruising at 75 mph requires 2500 rpm but very quiet. Paint and body work are superb. Just shutting the doors is a pleasure.

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  G35 Coupe-2004 - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By lbadalucco - January 20 - 10:00 am

  Design and lines are very esthetic and sporty. Does turn heads from many pedesterians as well as other drivers. Pick up and throaty exaust sound make a pleasing experience & fun to drive especially in the mountains around Denver.