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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  Bang for the buck - 2007 Infiniti G35
  By james - June 16 - 10:13 pm

  This car is beautiful to look at but not beautiful to drive! Overall it is a fun car with very high performance limits. However it has a slightly unsophisticated feel to it - in the clutch and suspension feel and the acceleration is not linear. The brakes are awesome. The rear axle tends to hop with wheel spin which is a letdown. If you dont spin the tires acceleration is top notch. Anything above 8/10s level the car feels flawless. It is in normal day to day driving, particularly the daily work slog, that it can be tedious to drive. Again, for the money this car in pretty much in its own league. Just be prepared for a rough around the edges experience.

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  2004 Premium Sedan - 2004 Infiniti Q45
  By azinfiniti - June 14 - 10:00 am

  I traded a 2002 base sedan for the 2004 premium. The ride is firmer and better especially in the sport mode. The pick up from 0-60 seems improved too. I thought the back-up mirror was a gimmick but its very useful in tight parking lots.

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  Great Truck - 2004 Infiniti QX56
  By Haylo - June 14 - 10:00 am

  This truck has a lot of extra features for the value of money. We looked at all SUVs and this truck offered everything and more and stayed in a plesant budget.

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  Great car at 140,000! - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By BKT - June 13 - 4:40 pm

  Purchased my one owner 2003, silver on black, 6-speed, with sport suspension in December 08. Flew to Ohio to check it out and was sold. Had 113,000 when purchased and now 138,000 1 1/2 years later. Only maintenance performed are oil changes/brakes,rotors,tires. Most needed replacing when purchased for 8,300 and valued around 10,500 at the time. The acceleration is much stronger than my mothers 03 Acura TL. Also the RWD makes for better handling in dry conditions, and in rain is not bad compared to the Acura. Dont bother taking out in snow. The clutch is original and still feels sporty as if it were new. However, when it rains the moisture causes the clutch to make unpleasant squeeks.

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  Amazing SUV! - 2008 Infiniti QX56
  By Extremely Happy! - June 11 - 6:16 pm

  I compared every SUV out there with a third row and this one gives you the most luxuries/technology for your dollar. We also looked at the Mercedes GL, Escalade ESV, Lexus LX 570 and the Navigator. This car has the whole package! If you want a vehicle with a third row that you use a lot this car is the best of what is out there. If a third row is not important it still is the best of what is out there.

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  Check your paint/Poor Client Experience - 2007 Infiniti G35
  By sfarris7 - June 11 - 3:30 pm

  The good: Drives awesome and the stereo rocks. Very comfortable seats and well put together. The bad: 6 days after taking delivery discovered a paint flaw in three doors (looks like someone ran their fingers under the clear coat and left a "wax residue" the size of a hand). Manufacturer acknowledges it was a factory defect but is only willing to re-paint all doors, plus part of the front and rear quarter will need to be repainted. BBB says I have no case under Lemon Laws. The car is silver which is a difficult color to match. The manufacturer may be following the law by only offering to re-paint but is it really fair to force a client to accept a repainted new car? In my opinion no.

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  EX35 - 2012 Infiniti EX
  By spotonthelake - June 11 - 12:23 pm

  Bought the 2012 EX35 used. I wanted something fun to drive and my wife wanted something with some utility. I drove all the SUVs and crossovers. All of the others had more utility and less fun. I use the fun every day. I have a pick up truck for utility. Another reviewer mentioned tiny wheels and rattles. The stock 18" rims fill up the wheel wells and this is one of the most solid cars I have ever owned.

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  Good, Reliable Car - 1998 Infiniti I30
  By linc2u - June 11 - 2:00 am

  I bought this car used at a local dealership. I drive 40,000 to 45,000 business miles a year. I service the car regularly. Currently there is 125,000 miles on it. I have replaced the brakes and put new tires on it. Nothing else has needed repaired or replaced. I get 29 mpg highway, and 20 city. The ONLY thing that has not always worked properly is the power antenna. (it does not fully extend) It doesnt seem to effect the reception. I plan to drive another 50,000 then get another. It is not the best car in its class, but it has to be one of the best values you can get. My wife loves her Acura and wouldnt drive anything else. The same goes for me with the I-30.

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  Ive been waiting for this......... - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By B00MERS00NER70 - June 11 - 2:00 am

  I just picked up my 2003 Infiniti G35 Sedan, and I love it. Ive been waiting for the dealerships to relax a little on the cost. In fact, I had to drive about 200 miles to save myself about $1500. This thing is LOADED!! Every option in the book. Black on black, and SWEET. Much more pick-up than my 2000 Chrysler 300M, which I gladly will be turning in on a lease in about a month. I know Ive only had my new baby for about six hours, but Im looking forward to many, many hours of zipping in and out of traffic, and probably many speeding tickets. Well worth it.....for now!

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  Performance+Reliabillty/Cost=Value - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By WazDatCar - June 11 - 2:00 am

  For about the same price as a stodgy Acura 3.2CL Type S you could own the least expensive supercar ever. 280 HP/270 ft/lb. of torque across the entire RPM band and you got your self a compressed bladder yearning to relieve itself. For you neophites out there DONT DEFEAT THE TRACTION CONTROL, YOU WILL BUY THE FARM!!!