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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  Wouldnt but it - 2014 Infiniti QX60
  By Robert - February 6 - 10:19 pm

  Transmission doesnt work right sometimes it shakes when taking off, the sun visors had to be taken off wouldnt stay up on both sides and the warranty doesnt do anything for ya, you keep getting letters tell you about the problem and will get a hold of you when it can be fixed. I have never got a letter to bring in to get repaired. My wife and I do love the way it rides and handles just dont get any support

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  Lemon - 2006 Infiniti QX56
  By Lemon - February 6 - 9:13 am

  After reading all the other reviews im starting to belive that i was just sold a lemon. My drivers seat is comfortable although the other 6 are not. In the Winter i cannot get into the car because my handles become frozen shut (From Long Island - not cold temps). This Suv is absolutely top 5 for fuel guzzlers. Also, the wood pieces fall out of the doors when you close it. Like most other SUVs when opening the windows its like taking off in a plane (these windows are by far the worst at of all the suvs in its class).

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  I Love This Car! - 2002 Infiniti I35
  By Murray - February 5 - 6:26 am

  When I bought it it was 3 yrs old with 22,000 miles on it and in excellent shape. I bought Infinitis Elite Protection Plan with zero deductible to cover the car when the basic warranty ran out in Nov. 05 and have been thoroughly pleased. Every issue that has come up has been covered under warranty at no additional cost to me and the dealership service experience has been top notch. The only reason I rated it a 9 for comfort is that I have the Sport Package which has a slightly stiffer ride than the non-sport version. But it is a blast to drive and very comfortable to ride in. The cabin is roomy and rear seat passengers are treated in luxury with heated rear seats and a power rear sunshade.

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  Not Fully Satisfied - 2017 Infiniti Q50
  By Susan - February 4 - 7:10 pm

  If you live in a snowy climate, be prepared to have the front and back sensors go off the entire time you are driving because the snow builds up on it. When I called to ask about it, I was told I could either turn the sensors off manually, (and lose the safety feature) or keep getting out of my car to wipe them off. That’s not an option as I drive mainly on highways and will not pull off on an interstate highway and risk getting hit. Not acceptable for the cost of this car. I also put in an after market remote starter which will not work as I was told by the dealer, after I put it in, that the heater, etc will reset to automatic and there’s nothing I can do about it. That should have been told to me when I told the dealer I was putting a remote starter in since they said they couldn’t do it after market at the dealership. The other thing I am struggling with is I do not hear my email tones on my phone or thru the car. I’ve called a number of times and the blue tooth department tells me it’s an in touch problem, and in touch says it’s blue tooth department. Meanwhile, I know it works because I’ve heard it a couple times, but it’s not consistent. So frustrating. I’m hoping someone can help as I have 2-1/2 years left on my lease.

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  2016 Qx50 is not a luxury suv/crossover. - 2016 Infiniti QX50
  By Ernesto Cejas - February 4 - 3:17 pm

  I leased a 2016 Qx50 front wheel drive with Premium package. I also own a 2015 C300 Mercedes Benz AWD. - Bluetooth audio is not standard! Not only that, you need to get the premium package plus to able to get it. They do that to force you to get the navigation with it. Its competitors dont scam you like this. This is a feature that should be standard on all models. - Except the audio system (what is it good for if you cannot connect the music of your phone into the car?), the technology in this car sucks. The voice recognition is slow and unless you pay 2000 for the premium plus package it only works to make phone calls. - Make sure you live close to a gas station because this car does 17/18 combined mpg. Really poor compared with its competitors.

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  2003 g35 - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By gary duncan - February 4 - 1:03 pm

  Not a day goes by that I do not wait to drive. It handles the curves like no other. When i hit the gas it responds right without any kind of sluglish response

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  MI-35 - 2003 Infiniti I35
  By BillFoxx - February 3 - 2:00 am

  Very responsive, comfortable and luxurious. I drove/compared with the CTS Cadillac & Jaguar X series. Best deal for $$$, off the lot.

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  The G35 Hits the Mark! - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By birdieman - February 3 - 2:00 am

  Good service and everythings works just fine. Great fun the drive. Performance driving lessons would be helpful because all the power and performance can get away from you if your not careful. The brakes are assume. Stop on a dime. Be careful not to get hit in the rear. Others only wish they could stop this fast!

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  Fun to drive upscale sedan - 2011 Infiniti G Sedan
  By joelamp - February 2 - 1:20 am

  Sufficient, though not massive, power from the 218 hp engine. Accelerates briskly, especially in DS or manual mode, but not a land rocket like the G37. EPA rates it only a mile or two per gallon better in fuel economy, but in real life driving I am getting around 24 mpg in the suburbs, while my friends with G37s get around 16-17 mpg. So we are talking around a 7-8 mpg improvement over the G37, which is like a 40-50% improvement. Handles and corners beautifully and is the first car I have owned that is actually fun to drive. Interior and exterior are classy and well designed. Base stereo is fine, dont understand unavailability of Bose upgrade and Navi system. Seats are very comfortable.

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  08 G35x - 2008 Infiniti G35
  By smitty1515 - February 1 - 3:30 pm

  I am writing this review after ~6 months of driving. I love the car and did a bunch of shopping prior to my purchase. I live in MN so an AWD or FWD vehicle was a must. I test drove the following vehicles prior to my choice of the g35x. Honda Accord Coupe, Nissan Maxima, Lexus IS250 awd, Lexus ES350, and Nissan Altima. The G35 was a combination of all the vehicles and really offers the power and luxury which could not be surpassed by any of the aforementioned vehicles. I drive in Minneapolis rush hour daily and the snow mode comes in quite handy when the weather takes a turn for the worst. I constantly try to lose control in this vehicle on secluded country roads and its almost impossible.