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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  Sweet Ride - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By turbo1 - September 19 - 10:00 am

  Excellent car! Lots of Torque. Fantastic Bose sound system. Nice short throw shifter. Sport package a must have -Brembos stop on a dime. Winter tires a must for driving in anything over 2 inches of snow. Corners with little roll...and the looks you get!

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  NICE but could offer more - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By GWarr - September 19 - 10:00 am

  I purchased the G35 sedan with the premium sports package (upgraded brakes, bose sound system, rear spoiler, etc.) in May. This car is FUN to drive and handles like a dream. Trottle response and sport shifting is remarkable for an automatic. After testing several competing models, the G35 is the quickest and has the tightest suspension. More amenities would make this car much more attractive to "average buyer". Who is going to push a family sedan to 130mph on a consistent basis? The G35 needs more luxury items to match the TL and Saab 9 to balance out its superior performance.

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  Great Car Fun To Drive. - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By casey kulis - September 19 - 10:00 am

  Very comfortable,Very good looking in black,very fast.

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  Awesome Car! - 2007 Infiniti G35
  By Gwen - September 18 - 11:33 am

  I traded in my 2006 GS35 for the 2007 GS35 and let me tell you that so far it is worth every penny. There are significant differences when comparing the two. First and foremost, the power. The engine is powerful and smooth. You dont hear as bumps in the road as in the 2006. You have to watch the speedometer because getting up to 100 is easy. The interior quality definitely has improved significantly as well. If you want a fun car and reliable car to drive, this is it. Only regret is that I didnt hold off long enough to get this car first.

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  Unreliable car, multiple problems - 2004 Infiniti QX56
  By H.H. - September 17 - 3:10 pm

  This car has been very disappointing! Innumerable services required for multiple flaws (the major one being faulty design flaw for brakes requiring service every 3 months), as well as repairs for the rear hatch, sunroof, navigation system, back-up camera, and rattling DVD console. Have had car 12 months and in for service 13 times. Multiple complaints with this car are common (esp. re: brakes), so beware! Like the size it affords for a family, but it has been an incredible inconvenience. Research the internet on the problems with this vehicle and consider waiting to purchase until the manufacturer has worked out the kinks! Also beware our average is 12 MPG!

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  good value but needs serious improvement - 2002 Infiniti I35
  By rodiva - September 17 - 10:00 am

  Powerful engine but ok steering and handling. The center console is cheap material and poor design. speakers are misplaced and out of balance. bad quality midrange sound. The rear sunshade is good, but supporting bars look werid when stretched. the bars need to be shortened in length so it will be a straight line when stretched. this car elsewhere has better features: massager on every seat, reclining rear bench seat (like the G35), speed projection onto front winshield at night (like Nissan 240sx), Auto tilt down right side mirror when in reverse (like the old Q). same price

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  Having Fun! - 2009 Infiniti G37
  By djasondds - September 15 - 5:46 pm

  This is my first Infiniti (loyal Lexus owner) and I am happy with my choice! I feel this is the best hard-top convertible for the money. It looks great with the top up or down. Considered and drove a BMW 335 Convertible and a Lexus IS 350 Convertible. Did not like the looks of the Lexus and the BMW was $8000 more WITHOUT a Nav system and other features on the Infiniti. PLUS the dealership was FRIENDLY and took GREAT care of me. Overall, I would highly recommend this to someone looking for the perfect blend of luxury, sportiness and value.

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  What a car - 2009 Infiniti G37
  By Irondog168 - September 15 - 5:40 am

  Just got this car yesterday for 4k under invoice price, what a steal! Its a nice car and well balanced with sport and luxury. Dream car and only 20 dollars more for insurance from accord coupe to G37. Buy it and you wont regret!! I love it and I would just sit in there for like hours and smile like stupid.

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  The 05 made the difference for us. - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By miata007 - September 13 - 6:03 pm

  The 05 sedan has the new look and interior that made us chose this car over the TL despite the G35 cost more. Our car has been very solid and rattle free(700 mi) and everything seems to be well put together like most Lexus that I have been into. This updated G35 should have been out few years ago.

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  infiniti g35 journey - 2007 Infiniti G35
  By newgs - September 13 - 10:46 am

  This G has real power and you can feel it on all levels. Gives you that great sound of the engine too without being annoying. Coming off a BMW 330; the G is just as good in terms of performance at a much lower cost. Also gets a lot of attention because of its awesome looks/exterior design. Nice space inside and not tight at all in the back seats, unlike others in the segment.