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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  G-35 = Attention - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By san diego - March 23 - 2:00 am

  This car drives like a rocket ship, handles like its on rails, and cost way less then a bmw. Ill eat most BMWs for breakfast.....This car is really this HOT!!!!!

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  G35 - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By topcat - March 22 - 6:43 pm

  This is as fun to drive as a BMW 3 Series at about 10 Grand less. Other than normal service it has not had one dime put into repairs. Great Fun, Great Value!!

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  Waiting to Exhale... - 2006 Infiniti QX56
  By Emma - March 22 - 5:20 am

  Ive been looking for a luxury SUV for quite some time. I didnt want to be like the rest. I saw an ad for the QX56. I immediately had to go see it! I called my husband and we went to go test drive the suv. It didnt even ride like an suv. Comming out from a Tahoe to a QX56 was a HUGE change. This drives like a lux car. I know well look to buy a small car to add to our addition for my husband. Were in love with the Infinities! All of them. All the safty features are there. We have 2 kids and I feel very secure with the added security. Our kids will have Infinities to drive off to college (station wagon). I can finally exhale.

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  Id drive 1000 miles to get the QX - 2004 Infiniti QX56
  By oscar1 - March 21 - 10:00 am

  Bought the Jade QX56 in CA. Took delivery in Reno. Had a great dive to Missoula. Getting to know this car is like setting up a new computer. people comment that the interior looks like an airplane interior. Yhe designers mieed the boat for little spots to put coins, etc. 1st tank was 15mpg. I then put it in D instead of 4 and got 16 1/2. From {daho Falls to Missoula via Sun Valley I got 18.42 mpg. Speed varied between 65-80. Quiet ride, very comfortable on long trips. I immediately had a 3m clear bra put on it. Also covered the headlights. This vehicle sure seems to be a good choice.

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  Awesome car!! - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By G. - March 21 - 10:00 am

  I got more for my money than I couldve ever imagined. To think that I almost bought a 2004 Acura TL. Acura is a great car, but this car is in a whole different class. I cant say enough. Lots of compliments and it is the envy of many people!

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  New Infiniti G35 - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By abenington - March 21 - 10:00 am

  This is my second Infiniti, the first I had 9 years. I loved that car, but this is a joy to drive. I bought another Infiniti because I was completely confident in its reliability, based on my first experience. This car performs beautifully and looks great.

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  Good - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By rfarbman - March 21 - 10:00 am

  Very happy with the overall performance of the car. It is solid and drives like a dream.

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  I love this car..its a guy magnet :) - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By MeShell - March 21 - 10:00 am

  When I graduated from college, I couldnt wait to buy this car. I absolutely love driving it. I got the midnight blue colour and I get so many compliments.."What a beautiful car! I live in Daytona Beach, FL and I have only seen one other G35 coupe. I drive with the windows down so I can hear that engine roar. I chose the 6 speed and it handles great on the highway. Shifting is smooth and the car runs tight. If you are single, no kids... buy this car because you will be so happy you did!!

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  Drivers Car - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By John Terry - March 21 - 10:00 am

  We have had no problems. Fit and finish was excellent. Driveability is superior.My wife and I are both people who like to drive and this is it. VDC makes the car awesome and wouldnt own a car without it. We get compliments on how the car looks all the time.

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  Great bang for the buck - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By besttoy - March 21 - 10:00 am

  I have long wanted a sports car but with two children could never justify one. I then went to the auto show in Detroit and saw my first G35 coupe there. It was everything I was looking for. It was practical (seats four and gets 24-26mpg), it was sweet looking (great exterior lines and well appointed interior), it was luxurious (leather seating, power heated seats, power moonroof, 6 disc CD player, Nav System and etc), and for the first time for me it had performance (sport car inspired engine, exhaust, suspension, tires, aero package, brakes, and electric gadgets to keep me straight!), dependable, and what a bang for the buck! This car loves to run!!