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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  Perfect car so far... - 2008 Infiniti G35
  By Aubrey179 - October 28 - 8:46 am

  I have had absolutely no problems with this vehicle. I purchased it about 70 miles from my home, because I did have an extremely rude experience at my local dealership (Auto Place Infiniti, Buffalo, NY). I am sure the Infiniti company would not stand by that behavior, and I presume it was an isolated event, however, inexcusable. Rochesters Dorschel Infiniti, its email/purchasing communications, were flawless! It has been extremely reliable, with nothing but maintenance costs, thus far. I do wish the fuel economy was a bit better. And the only technical quality gripes I have with it are that the side view mirrors are not heated, and the trunk lid quality and closure feels a bit cheap.

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  Great car! - 2006 Infiniti G35
  By Brett - October 26 - 7:46 am

  I bought my coupe 6MT with 15,000 miles on it about a year ago. I drive it every day and have even driven it from Michigan to California and back. It performs flawlessly and is a pleasure to drive every single day. While I think it deserves a more powerfull engine, it does ok with just shy of 300 Bhp. The exhaust note is like music but could be a bit louder. It is also a great platform for upgrades to performance. I am actually having a single turbo installed this week that will boost the hp to over 425 (crankshaft) without having to rebuild the lower end. This is a great mix of sport and luxury, I love this car!!!

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  I love my SUV - 2000 Infiniti QX4
  By Christine759 - October 25 - 10:00 am

  I really love my SUV, it is fun, the inside is beautiful, I love the space,takes up some gas but that is the price you pay for an SUV. If I had to trade it in I dont think I would.I am very happy with it,the ride is great, smooth,quiet,I LOVE IT.

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  OG - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By Ogee - October 25 - 10:00 am

  Pretty good car. Initial quality not so good though because of dealership mishandling (they actually forgot to put washer fluid before giving it to me), alignment(pulls to the right), paint issues (lots of scratches), and starting problems (car wouldnt start until I put it into neutral(Im hoping this doesnt happen again).

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  Great Car! - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By jsmit86 - October 25 - 10:00 am

  I traded my 2001 I30 for a 2003 G35 Leather Premium w NAV. So far, excellent! Great power, outstanding handling, kick a$$ stereo, and it definitely turns heads.

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  Value Price Tag but Costly to Drive - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By Ken - October 25 - 3:53 am

  After over 2 years, Im starting to see that the G35 can be costly to drive. I only get about 20 mpg combined w/mostly highway driving on a 6MT(below EPA estimates). Im filling my tank about as often as I filled up my previous car that had a tank half as big and took regular UL. The rear tires were at the 2mm wear limit after only 22k mi -- tires that cost about $250/tire. The Brembo pads will probably last to almost 50k mi, but will cost three times as much as other pads. Rotor swaps will cost over a grand. Even so...the handling, acceleration, and exterior styling still bring a smile to my face. The interior lacks a bit. The NAV is difficult to use because of the jumpy joystick.

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  Problematic Car - 2014 Infiniti QX60
  By Steven S - October 23 - 1:33 pm

  This car has had many issues which include electrical, transmission and fluid leaks. The MSRP for this vehicle was almost $60,000. Infiniti USA was not helpful in resolving the issues nor was the dealership where the car was purchased. My wife and I have spoken with other individuals who have had many problems with the same vehicle. I will never buy an Infiniti/Nissan again. I recently saw where Infinitis quality ratings were at the bottom, no surprise there.

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  TOTAL FAIL FOR THE PRICE - 2017 Infiniti QX60
  By Jennifer Parker - October 23 - 6:11 am

  This vehicle has major electrical problems! The screen goes completely black and nothing works, the safety features fail when driving. The only way to fix the electrical failures is to restart the QX60. This is not always possible when you are driving. All I have heard from the dealer is "Corporate is aware of the problems." I have video of these problems. It will stall right after starting. I have also contacted the NTSB over the headlights in this vehicle. They have such a poor range it is dangerous.

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  Excellent car for the $ - 2008 Infiniti G35
  By RG - October 21 - 7:20 pm

  I traded in my 2002 BMW M3 2 door for the 2008 G35x Sport, needed a 4 door car for a baby. So far I really do like the car, and coming from an M3, the performance is right up there. Other cars I looked at were the BMW 335ix and Lexus IS350. Both were OVER $10k more expensive and the Infiniti had more features. I really like the interior of this car too, far more than the $10k more expensive BMW. Seats are very comfortable and it has a nice high-end look to it without the price. I think you cannot go wrong with this car for $38k, 300+ HP, great interior, nav, stereo, keyless start, etc.

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  Great purchase - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By LDM3673 - October 21 - 4:36 pm

  I just bought my g35... I love it it is fun and gets all the looks... I could not ask for much more