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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  Fantastic Sports Sedan - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By perry227 - March 25 - 3:53 pm

  Ive had the car for 5 months now and it is about everything you could want in a car in this class. Its comfortable, good looking, smooth and powerful. It has a few quirks of design but any car does. It is a very solid car and has many great features. The best thing about it is the driving experience, it is quite visceral and the car just growls everywhere it goes.

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  Great car for the money - 2002 Infiniti I35
  By npn888 - March 25 - 1:39 pm

  I bought a 2002 I35 with 157k miles. I have been driving it for a few months now. Im happy with car except for minor issues. The one I got is the sports base model and its kind low for me and turning raduis is worst than my G500 SUV. Im surprised with the acceleration and steering is very tight. Braking is also very good. For a 11 year old car with 157k thats awesome. Mileage is around 24 to 28 mpg. Bose system is the best part of the car. Its like listening to a high end system at home. Like any other car just make sure you get one that is well taken care of with no accidents etc.

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  Lexus Killer - 2002 Infiniti Q45
  By gman1 - March 25 - 3:26 am

  The 2002 Q45 is a great value for the money. It is several thousand dollars less than the lexus(dealers will give large cuts off sticker). You get lots of toys which include a central panel with a womens voice that talks to you. I have the base model. You can get a tighter suspension with the sport for a BMW feel. The 340hp engine has wonderful pick-up.

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  Car of the Future - 2006 Infiniti M45
  By Infiniti - March 24 - 2:50 pm

  Most comfortable and stylish car I ever owned. Performance is there every time you hit the accelerator. No need to take your eyes off the road because everything is voice activated, including blue tooth celluar phone service. Plush leather interior and 19" low profile tires. 14 speaker Bose sound system. Ive owned Buick, Pontaic, Chevrolet, Volkswagen, Oldsmobile, Plymouth, Caddilac, but this is the only car that Im still excited every day I get behind the wheel. The only thing that makes having this car more pleasurable is taking it back to Ray Catena for scheduled maintenance. They give you 5 star service and treatment.

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  Decent Car - 2015 Infiniti Q50
  By Angelo Eastman - March 24 - 4:44 am

  Its not the greatest looking car, but its okay. Not a bad choice for a lease. If youre looking for a timeless looking car, this is not the one for you. If youre looking for a decent bang for your buck, this is a nice choice.

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  Decent Car - 2015 Infiniti Q50
  By Angelo Eastman - March 24 - 4:44 am

  Its not the greatest looking car, but its okay. Not a bad choice for a lease. If youre looking for a timeless looking car, this is not the one for you. If youre looking for a decent bang for your buck, this is a nice choice.

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  A Thing of Beauty is a Joy Forever! - 2002 Infiniti QX4
  By dancindukes - March 23 - 2:00 am

  Traded an I-30 for this SUV. Absolutely the most luxurious vehicle I have ever owned. Test drove every possible alternative over a 2 month period. I guess I am just an Infiniti lover at heart. It handles like a car. I find no faults at all. MPG running about 18. Killer sound system. Great mirrors for clear view of the entire road. I know it will last for many years to come.

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  nicest car for the money - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By joedaddy - March 23 - 2:00 am

  this car is the best bang for the buck, i had a corvette before this and this is just as fun to drive!

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  Sedan from heaven - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By denzel - March 23 - 2:00 am

  Luxury and genuine performance keeps me from being at home. The power and style is awe inspiring.

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  Catch me if you can! - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By Catch Me - March 23 - 2:00 am

  Wow! This car is so great! As soon as I saw pictures I loved it! I drove it and it stole my heart! Ordered it for one month to be there and I couldnt wait. I checked every dealer searching for the car. Now that I have it I cannot stop driving it! I cannot believe you can get it loaded for under 40k. I would think maybe 45 or 50! Love this car to death!