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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  noisey in Seattle - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By tom hert - February 12 - 8:26 am

  Lots of fun to drive on smooth roads. Road noise is awful, like driving a drum. Styling is fantanstic. Acceleration not much better than my acura legend coupe. Surprisingly good on ice.

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  G35x - Close to perfect - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By Duke - February 10 - 6:36 pm

  This car with a few tweaks could be the top sports sedan, some changes have been made in the 05 model such as interior materials. Overall great value and the best of both worlds with the AWD option that still offers excellent performance. Great car to avoid front wheel drive cars that have 250+HP and resulting torque steer.

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  **Update** one month in! - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By JRealtor - February 10 - 2:33 am

  This car gets better the longer you are with it! Operating the navigation system is a snap and RWD/AWD is a blast to drive! This car hauls around turns and the engine has power to spare so you never have to floor it (unless you want to :D)! The seats are super comfortable, heated seats work very well and interior is durable. Ive dropped my phone, pens and books on the center console and dash area and it still looks flawless. The ride is a lot better once you get used to it but is far from punishing. The BOSE sound system can definitely hold its own. No regrets about picking the G35x over TL and ES330. Ultra reliable car, still no problems. Noise in last review was paper clip in cup holder!

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  Its the perfect car for me. - 2014 Infiniti Q50
  By pkieffer - February 8 - 12:33 pm

  I thoroughly enjoy this car. Its crazy fast, fun to drive and gets 25mpg. Its very quiet inside and has the best sound system Ive ever heard. It has all the fun of a G37 but in classy, quiet, comfortable, luxury package. It feels very solid when you pound it. The handling is superb. I prefer to drive myself so I elected not to get all the high tech gismos. I did get AWD for the Minnesota winters, cant wait to utilize it. Its so fun to drive I already have 6000 miles on it. Try one, youll find its the best value out there. I get complements everyday on what a sharp looking car it is.

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  Fun drive, bad times - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By Brandon - February 5 - 8:00 am

  Alright 1st of all mine is loaded to the hilt. I have it all, and I love it all. Car is perfect to drive. Car is fun, but you would expect a bit better gas mileage. Car is fast, it takes turns like a champ, and navigating traffic is incredibly easy. Now the bad stuff. The interior is cool at first, but then it gets boring especially seeing new stuff. After 45,000 miles needed a new tranny, and boy was that exciting when it went out. Now at 48,000 the A/C is out and dealer wont cover it. Whats next at 51,000 is my question??? Man am I upset because from what I hear, these cars are almost as reliable as Lexus and BMWs. Still would get another one, especially the coupe, boy those look sweet

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  Reliable, Fast, Fun - 2000 Infiniti I30
  By wirkus - February 5 - 6:33 am

  Great car. Have over 250,000 miles on it but I have only had to replace the catalytic converter at about 240,000 so very reliable great buy!

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  BADMOFO - 2003 Infiniti M45
  By pwr-m45 - February 5 - 2:00 am

  For this money (43k)total with both comfort and premium pkgs. my M45 is black on black with natural birdseye maple trim.absolutly sweet.and since infiniti calls it a muscle car i decided to make my m45 look and sound the part.with a wonderful magnaflow exaust system, with that eat my dust roar at full throtle and whisper quiet at cruise(infiniti approved of course,and lovely 19"by 9" chrome blades on 255-40s z-rated.tinted windows all around finished the pkg.I used to droole over the (S55AMG)but now i laugh all the way to the bank.with the money i saved i could buy a commuter and trick out my m45 to absolution!!!

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  No Brainer - 2007 Infiniti G35
  By RacerX - February 5 - 12:33 am

  The lease on my 2005 Audi A4 was coming due in a couple of months, so I decided to get an early start on car shopping. Looked at the 2007 Audi A4 3.2 but also stopped at Infiniti to check out the new G35 because I liked the new body style. As soon as I got behind the wheel. It was a no brainer. More power than the Audi and a plusher interior. Couldnt wait until my lease on the Audi was over, so worked out a great deal to get into the G35x. Opted for the Premium package and so far so good. Cant get enough!

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  Best Luxury SUV for LOW PRICE - 2002 Infiniti QX4
  By ScubaSteve - February 3 - 10:00 am

  I have been an infiniti buyer for over 5 years now. I started with the G20, then the I30, and now I got the QX4. You cant go wrong with infinitis service, it is the best, and your not paying a major mark-up in price for the luxury name either! I would seriously reccomend an infiniti to anyone and the QX4 is the best infiniti Ive owned!

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  Great car with a couple of exceptions - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By tienbo2000 - February 3 - 10:00 am

  While this car is not as silky handling or timeless looking as my 98 BMW 540, its still a great car for the money. Some problems: It seems like the mileage sucks once I turn on the A/C getting like 19 mpg on highway. Second the interior parts were not fitted well as there is rattling noise coming from the doors and backseat when I turn the stereo on even moderate levels. Third, the integrated six CD changer is totally retarded-- it is slow... and it doesnt look like itll be easy to swap out with an aftermarket. Fourth, the analog clock is totally useless... I could go blind trying to make out the time with the dim backlight. Otherwise I love the car.