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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  Nice Car - 2001 Infiniti G20
  By lynn - June 24 - 10:00 am

  Its a nice car ! I love it very much!

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  One of the finest cars existed - 2001 Infiniti I30
  By dmitryp - June 24 - 10:00 am

  I have 01 i30t with all options (no Navigation). This is the car I enjoy to own. No headaches, no problems, solid built quality, nice features. This car is a STEAL for its MSRP of $34.5 DOUBLE PRICES BMW and MB offer may be (!) a little mor features (in case of BMW) and a known name (especially in case of MB). I also have MB 99 E320 and honestly this Infiniti is far more reliable and advanced for half price. I strongly recommend this car, especially when they put 3.5 V6 in 2002 model!

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  2004 INFINITI G35 COUPE - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By Jupiter FL. - June 23 - 12:46 pm

  this is my second G35-- the first was 2003 sedan -traded it for the new coupe -have had lexus GS300 great car but boring also own OVERPRICED 2005 Audi A4 3.0 cabriolet (please tell me why they designed a dash with a lighted panel that cant be seen with polarized sun glasses ???) I am very pleased with my G35 coupe will recommend this car to anyone who likes to drive a car with excellent performance and fantastic body styling.

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  Sik as ride - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By stg - June 21 - 4:06 pm

  I think that the new g356 is much better than leading competetior acura t. I like the increase in hp and torque.

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  G35 review - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By sedented - June 19 - 10:00 am

  I recieved a G35 as a loaner car last summer and it was a blast to drive. I have driven the acura TL, TSX and recent Bimmers, but none compare to the G35.

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  Performance and Value - 2006 Infiniti M45
  By Howard - June 17 - 5:30 am

  I am at the end of my 39 month lease and only have great things to say about this car. The acceleration is intoxicating. The sport package makes this car handle like a sports car. Great turning radius and people all the time comment and ask if the rims are aftermarket. These are the nicest factory 19 inch rims out. Pearl white paint glows and the interior is top notch. The seats in the sport package give just the right amount of support and navigation system works well. Overall it looks like I will soon be driving another one there is nothing out there I like more and it has had perfect reliability.

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  Fun Behind the Wheel Again - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By Fun is back - June 17 - 2:00 am

  The G35 hit the mark with its interior and exterior design. The engine and transmission truly performs and brings the fun back into mundane trips around town. Acceleration is very strong. Steering gives good feedback of road conditions. Performs effortlessly. The only negative I could find was the right edge of the drivers seat wasnt cushioned well enough due to seat controls located there. To be fair though, Im 6 235lbs so I take up more space in the seat than most people.

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  Simply Outstanding - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By Suds - June 17 - 2:00 am

  Luxury and performance rolled into one... what a great driving vehicle. Constantly stopped in parking lots and asked about what car it is ... real head turner.

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  2004 Premium Sedan - 2004 Infiniti Q45
  By azinfiniti - June 14 - 10:00 am

  I traded a 2002 base sedan for the 2004 premium. The ride is firmer and better especially in the sport mode. The pick up from 0-60 seems improved too. I thought the back-up mirror was a gimmick but its very useful in tight parking lots.

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  Great Truck - 2004 Infiniti QX56
  By Haylo - June 14 - 10:00 am

  This truck has a lot of extra features for the value of money. We looked at all SUVs and this truck offered everything and more and stayed in a plesant budget.