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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  Madame Q - 2001 Infiniti QX4
  By bordsource - September 13 - 2:00 am

  The Q is a pretty comfortable vehicle thats perfect for cruising. Its an excellently capable vehicle and supremely comfortable. It doesnt like to be pushed, however. Corners bring out lots of body roll and the vehicle just generally dont like being forced to move at anything other than a normal pace. Its almost as if the car gets offended at your attempts to make it hurry- the engine roars, the body leans & bobs, the car just generally acts mulish. An X5 this car is not, but that said, for what it is, its extremely comfortable and capable.

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  Good car, Bad trade value - 2000 Infiniti I30
  By b111875tt - September 13 - 2:00 am

  I enjoy driving the car and it is very reliable. I own the car. The disappointing part about the car is that when it is time to trade it in, no one wants to give you anything for it...including the Infinit dealer it was purchased from!

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  G35 Sedan - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By 818playa - September 13 - 2:00 am

  Very fun car to drive and very fast. It has a sport side to it and a luxury side to it.

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  Great car. - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By Spyduh - September 13 - 2:00 am

  Great car. Very Responsive. Very Fun to Drive. RWD is the way to go.

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  Love It ! - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By Elaine - September 12 - 7:40 pm

  Ive owned numerous cars over the years, and this is by far the best Ive ever had. Not only is stylish, but the performance great, when you say GO it GOES. I didnt want to be just another BMW out of millions we see around here. This car stands out of the crowd. The only downside is the gas mileage, especially these days. But thats what happens when you trade economy for power :-)

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  Blistering acceleration, not much more - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By galluscio - September 12 - 5:30 am

  Car accelerates very well. Its a joy to get on highway on-ramps. However, the suspension is poor - too rigid - as if Infinitis trying too hard to tell us "look, its a BMW killer!" Its also unbalanced - feels like weight is 70% front, 30% rear Plenty of room in back for passengers (rear seats "recline" like airline seats). Car is too long - try backing out of a parking garage and youll see what I mean. Visibility out the back poor. Bose stereo was great. Sold this and am happy to be rid of it.

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  Great luxury for price - 2017 Infiniti Q50
  By J - September 11 - 10:12 am

  Compared to other luxury brands you can’t beat the price.

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  fun to drive - 2002 Infiniti G20
  By lp - September 11 - 10:00 am

  Exceptional handling, attractive styling, and overall value are the highlights. Acceleration with the automatic is adequate but lackluster, actually better than expected. Overall an excellent alternative to small sedans of other luxury brands.

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  G35 w/ Leather - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By atulya - September 11 - 10:00 am

  This car, with its 260 hp, is a joy to drive. It accelerates quickly, handles turns nimbly and maintains a very quiet interior cabin. I would highly reccomend it to anyone from avid car enthusiasts to those that just want a comfortable ride.

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  Great Car - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By henzie - September 11 - 10:00 am

  This car performs wonderfully and is priced below comparable models. It has outstanding acceleration and handling. We have had ours for a month and would definitely buy it again. My wife loves the exterior look.