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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  Customer No Service - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By oak - August 13 - 8:43 pm

  My G35 has only 47,000 on it and is using 1 1/2 quarts of oil every 1000 miles. My dealer states that this is acceptable and that it is normal to have to add oil between changes. ( I change oil every 3000 miles). This is unacceptable for a car that is this expensive. They have refused to address this problem even though warranty is still in effect. Oil light never comes on. The rack and pinion steering has had a leak and is having to be replaced.

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  Eh - Not So Much - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By caustexx - August 13 - 3:20 am

  This car should not be compared in the same class as a BMW 3-Series, Acura TL, Audi A4. as it is often grouped with. To me , the car sits a lot higher and does not turn or corner as well as these vehicles. City Driving is brutal on MPG...Im afraid to even measure. I own a 6MT Sedan, you have to really put the pedal down if you want to see any performance, otherwise it drives like any regular sedan.

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  Horror on Wheels - 2003 Infiniti I35
  By Horror - August 12 - 10:00 am

  The worst ride I have ever had! At speeds between 45mph and 70mph there is a constant vibration in the front end. Manufacturer replaced 17 wheels and tires with16 wheels and new tires, it still vibrates. The kicker is that the Manufacturer said Quote " It drives better than Most!" Infiniti Technicians admit to the problem but say its acceptable! Not to me>

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  My G35 - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By Mark Shuter - August 12 - 10:00 am

  I have the base model and it still has a ton of options.

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  G35x - A Superb Driving Experience - 2007 Infiniti G35
  By Paul Winters - August 9 - 6:06 pm

  I bought the G35x with premium and navigation package (Ponied for the xm radio and xm nav which is a must in the city). In any case, I couldnt be more pleased with this car. Rapid, smooth acceleration throughout the power curve, responsive suspension, really, really a blast to drive. I spent the whole first day with a big grin on my face. Interior and exterior, the styling is just first rate. I went with the black leather interior which against the aluminum trim is beautiful. Mileage for me the first couple of tanks is around 16 mpg, but Im driving it fairly hard. The acceleration pop of this sedan is remarkable.

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  Poor quality,QC Eng reviewed - 2004 Infiniti QX56
  By captlear55 - August 9 - 10:00 am

  The QX-56 is a great looking SUV. The build quality is very poor. The basic structure of the vehicle is flawed.Sqeaks and rattles are abundant. The roof panel will "tin can" if a single window is opened at speeds above 60 mph. Window regulators have failed (2),drivers seat has failed,overhead console has fallen down. The total enjoyment of what should have been a great SUV has been lost. Dealer was not able to fix due to a lack of parts. Nissan went to production without a robust supply of service parts resulting in 5 months of wait time before repair.

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  QX 56 New Buyer - 2004 Infiniti QX56
  By Dave3110 - August 9 - 10:00 am

  Had initial quality problems after getting the car: Replacement of map bezel. Steering wheel does not extend every time I get in the car and put key in ignition. Dealer is unable to find problem so I have to live with it. Radio antenna on rear window was broken, If you hold the cruise control lever up for a couple seconds the car lags and then a few seconds later races from 60 to 90 before it can be stopped. Dealer says they are aware of this and can do nothing about it. I like the performance, handling, power and comfort very much. I had 2 Lexus before this and the service just is not up to par with what I am used to. Hope they improve.

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  Our new Q56 - 2004 Infiniti QX56
  By Jeffrey Warnken - August 9 - 10:00 am

  My wife and I have owned 3 surburbans, so we decided to step up into a differnt design. We have enjoyed this suv as much as the surburbans. There is a lot more leg room in the middle row and third row of seats. you do give up storage space. Overall I would rate this and recommend the suv to everyone.

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  Fun Finally!! - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By TxDudeman - August 9 - 10:00 am

  Over the past 18 months I have been looking for a sporty, luxurious, dependable, performance car and found it in the G35 Sport Coupe. I studied, tested and read about the Audi A6, BMW 5, Crossfire, Mercedes C320 Sport and Porsche Boxster. Im extremely pleased with my purchase and feel that I got alot of car for the value. I get looks, compliments and questions about this vehicle everywhere I go. And did I mention that its a blast to drive. I have had my 6MT/Ivory Pearl/Willow/Bose/Premium Package/Aero Package for about three weeks. The G35 handles great even on the street in downtown Houston. Finally I dont have to reach for knobs to adjust things.

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  BEST CAR IVE OWNED - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By Billy Law - August 9 - 10:00 am

  I have finally arrived! This is the sixth Nissan that I have owned. Over the years I have always enjoyed most of what I was buying from them, although each vehicle seemed to have qualities that I did not like. This car makes me feels like I have arrived because it seems to bring together all of the things that I have enjoyed in the others, other than the lack of yard ape storage that my pathfinder had.