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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  Full sized touring classic - 2000 Infiniti I30
  By yUngstar - December 17 - 8:26 am

  I purchased the car from a buddy of mine with 170K on it. I noticed that the belts needed changing right away and wasnt too sure about the ride, but was told the suspensions may need to be replaced in the next couple of years. Since I have owned the I30t have noticed some deserting things, such as the CD player not working a grinding in the front caliper and jerking from the engine on occasion.

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  I would stay with Infiniti! - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By Martin - December 16 - 7:30 am

  This is my first "luxury" car, and I couldnt be happier with my choice. The Infiniti G35X is comfortable, handles splendidly, and has the acceleration needed to deal with everyday traffic. Of course, a weekend drive in the mountains is not much of a challenge for my G. Count me as one very satisfied Infiniti driver.

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  Amazing Machine - 2006 Infiniti G35
  By xosder - December 16 - 6:33 am

  This is a fantastic car. I enjoy every minute driving it. It has plenty of power, it handles better than any car that I have ever owned and comes with plenty of luxury. Bluetooth is a great feature (never have to take the phone out of my pocket). The exhaust note is awesome, very deep. Heated seats, dual climate, etc. All the features they put in are very useful. Hands down the best bang for your buck in its class.

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  Not So Great... - 2013 Infiniti JX
  By granolla - December 15 - 11:59 pm

  I have 7000 miles on the new JX and would not buy again. The JX looks good, yes the interior is nice but the performance is lacking in a vehicle of this price range. The JX struggles.. If you have not driven a vehicle with a CVT transmission Do Your Homework. It is awkward compared to a traditional transmission. The engine will rev at times unexpected ,it is much louder, and you get the feeling of downshifting. They give you a selector switch that you can turn to sport mode to make it feel like a traditional transmission (not) Understanding it is SUV/ crossover, it does not take to turns well comparable. Bottom line at this price It underperforms. Would take my CX9 Back tomorrow.

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  4 door sports car - 2008 Infiniti G35
  By grnone - December 14 - 4:20 pm

  I had an M35 prior to this and believe it or not I like the G35 much more. Great power, handling and braking; it feels like a 4-door sports car. Looked at BMWs and the other usual suspects but there is no comparison when it comes down to price.

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  Infiniti M37 - 2013 Infiniti M
  By rc13 - December 13 - 10:45 pm

  I recently purchased the M37 after 10 years of Cadillac ownership, my last one the CTS and this car is awesome. I wanted luxury and sporty at the same time and the M is all that and more, I have power when I need it, and economy at other times. This car turns heads. Nothing to envy against other luxury brands.

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  Fun Drive - 2003 Infiniti M45
  By poli27 - December 13 - 10:00 am

  My former daily driver was a BMW 540i. This car is much more comfortable with superior build quality. While it doesnt handle as well as the bimmer, the acceleration and overall performance is impressive. This is our fourth Infiniti (between my wife and I) and a very pleasant choice.

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  Best in Class - 2007 Infiniti G35
  By wildginger - December 12 - 12:56 pm

  On top 10 list for 2007 by Car & Driver and Consumer Reports for a reason. You must test drive to believe the power, handling, and sound of engine. Only car with hard drive for downloading whole CD collection and categorizing songs by mood. A 21st century car, with unbelievable nav graphics, adaptive front lighting for driving around curves at night, intelligent cruise control, rear view camera with guidance for back up into parking places, blue tooth phone, XM satellite radio. Fully loaded car is $5K less than loaded Lexus IS350 and $8-9K less than BMW. This car jumped way ahead of Acura TL in value. Excellent reliability record makes it hard to beat.

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  Dont buy a used G35 - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By Calvin - December 12 - 8:56 am

  I like the G35 overall but this car is not your usual reliable Japanese sedan. It has weird reliability issues: eg. the suspension lower arm link broken @ 35000miles, the brake squeak @ 38000miles, the dashboard light went out @ 44000miles...all those little things that drive you nuts because you would expect better from Infiniti. I wish I wouldve gotten an Acura instead (owned 3 of them in the past and had no problem whatsoever at least till 100,000 miles!).

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  Coupe is Marvelous! - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By Freda Falatko - December 10 - 4:13 am

  Only had it for 5 weeks, and already know this will be a lasting relationship! Responsive, classy, and sooo fun to drive! Tight, solid, and purrs.