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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  Solid Car - 2000 Infiniti I30
  By Adam - September 12 - 7:36 pm

  Over all a very good experience. Good power, smooth acceleration, good looks in and out. Minor problems- dash lights go in and out, light in dash clock out all together, and mass airflow meter has gone out 2 times (first time to fix was about $600, the second time dealer took care of). These minor problems have been recent( at 115k miles +).

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  Great Value for the Money - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By Maxheadroom - August 31 - 10:00 am

  After years of driving BMWs and Audis, the G35 is a refreshing change of pace. The product is priced right and the dealer actually seems to understand the term "customer service". I traded in a 330ci (needed a back seat) for the G35, and what the Infiniti lacks (slightly!) in road handling prowess, it makes up with the monster engine and the nearly $10k price difference.

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  Be careful... - 2002 Infiniti I35
  By pontiacdude4 - August 28 - 2:05 pm

  I bought the 2002 I-35 in 2012 with 45k for $9k. It was pristine. In 2 years I put another 45k (I know, a lot). It fell apart. I traded it in for $2k and lost my shirt (almost $6k!). Problems were engine mounts, emissions, struts, power steering pump, etc. Its interesting because they are the only luxury cars under 80k going for <$5k and they look awesome, but I think theres a reason for the cheap price. Its a shame because the interior/exterior is nice, but its basically a Maxima underneath and Nissan, well its not a Toyo/Honda..

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  HAPPY - 2004 Infiniti QX56
  By RICHARD & LISA - August 28 - 10:00 am

  WE NEEDED THE TOWING ABILITY, AND THIS SUV HAS IT. WE HATE THE GAS MILAGE IT GETS. BUT WE WILL DEAL WITH IT.COULD LOOK BETTER ON OUTSIDE.

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  No regrets - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By LSterling - August 28 - 10:00 am

  I traded a 01 BWM 330 for the G35 after having to take the BMW to the dealership quarterly for various problems. The interior of the G35 is somewhat cheap. Additionally, I had an interior rattle on delivery that took three trips to the dealership for service to settle. The exterior of the G35 coupe is beautiful. I have had multiple compliments on the car (silver w/18" wheels)at the gas station, grocery store, etc. I must admit I loved my BWM but was disappointed with it...in fact...the G35 came out the year I bought the BMW...but I wanted to wait until the bugs were worked out the system. So far...wish I had bought the G35 in the first place!

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  Amazing Truck - 2008 Infiniti QX56
  By Mike Penfold - August 24 - 7:43 am

  The truck is great, I purchased it to replace my 07 EXT due to a baby on the way. I needed something with better crash ratings. The funny thing is that two days after purchasing the truck, a 75FT tree fell across the highway and I had to go through it at 75MPH. If I were to have the GM, I would most likely not be typing this. This truck saved my wifes and my life. I added a remote starter on the truck. A bit pricey, but extremely useful. Also added an I-Pod attachment that plays video and made it so that I can control the GPS and watch video while driving.

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  What a Piece of Junk! - 2004 Infiniti QX56
  By bigd63 - August 17 - 10:00 am

  Off the lot the driver side sun visor was damaged, the cruise control didnt work and after one week the navigation system broke. Ergonomically all the controls are deficient. This SUV is an incredible disappointment for its price.

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  Great car for the money - 2000 Infiniti I30
  By larry - August 11 - 5:13 am

  Bought this car with 77k miles. Up until 97k there wasnt a problem. At 98k I needed all new wheel bearings, radiator was leaking, trans. Is leaking. Did tun up and air filter. With discounts from mechanic friend, I spent $800. Now, at 108k I notice a little slip in the trans. Between 1st and 2nd.

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  G37 2008 - 2008 Infiniti G37
  By OoohYeeaah - August 1 - 11:00 pm

  Have 5K miles and love the car. Hard to see well with the mirrors. Have a big dent in the cool looking aluminum inside door handle where seatbelt flung back and tagged it. Goes fast enough for me. Happy with it. Got a speeding ticket my first month and I wasnt even speeding. Cop had new Dodge Charger interceptor. My first sports car. Wheels get caught in ruts in interstate, and have to constantly readjust when driving. Moving GPS map is very helpful. Cell phone to car interface is way cool, so easy to use. My teenager kids love it too. Dont like speedometer, missing many in between numbers.

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  QX60 - 2017 Infiniti QX60
  By Kelly DeVille - July 31 - 12:26 am

  I love the comfort and look of the SUV. It handles quietly and comfortablely on the road excoept when the road is wet. No matter how slowly I turn on a wet road, the back of the QX60 loses traction and fishtails. This makes driving in the rain very unnerving. I hope that fix this issue in future models. Otherwise, it is a great SUV!