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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  Fancy, sleek, but not worth the dollars - 2016 Infiniti QX60
  By Stu P - April 7 - 1:52 pm

  I drove one around for a week as a replacement for repairs. I put about 1000 miles on it, it was new. Some things really stood out. First, it is a beautiful SUV, seats are comfortable with leather and plenty of space. Vision is nice with few blind spots. It accelerates nicely and the V6 is really responsive, if a little noise. Cruises at 75 nicely and very smooth. But, for A $50,000 car (I had a base model), it was really not much car for the money. Bluetooth paired with phone for calls, but not for music....kind of amazing in todays world. It did have an Aux jack in the storage, but that was not real useful. Amazingly, it had RCA jacks too, not sure if Infinity thought I was going to hook up a cassette deck or something. Back up camera was nice, especially with a 7 inch screen, but the infotainment system was useless so it was a waste of a screen, climate controls were confusing and not easy to use. Really much prefer my Outback, though not quite as comfortable, it does have many more features for much less money. If it isabout looking good in a car, this is it, otherwise, I will pass.

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  Fun Ride - 2013 Infiniti G CONVERTIBLE
  By Infinity convert - April 7 - 4:43 am

  I bought my 2013 G37 convertible last year with under 10,000 miles. This is my third hard top convertible and I love it. Its true, the trunk space is non-existent when the top is down and really not much when the top is up either but I didnt buy it for the trunk space. The back seat can be utilized if really needed for a very short ride but works best for groceries if the top is down. I use this car for my daily 20 mile commute with no complaints. I love the sound of the engine, and surprised about the reviews lamenting it. I was worried initially but my husband and I have fun driving it on the interstate, not sure what the issue was in the formal review. Maintenance has been great, much cheaper than my VW EOS. If you want a sporty, quick accelerating fun car to drive, this could be it!

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  Best car for the money - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By Ken - April 4 - 6:50 pm

  I really love the drive and reliability of this car. Its a pleasure to drive and look at. You will not be disappointed. Very reasonable maintenance if not done at the dealership. You just basically change the oil and cabin air filter every 3,750 miles. You owe it to yourself to own one of these cars.

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  My favorite car in our fleet. - 2002 Infiniti I35
  By slday55 - April 4 - 2:00 am

  This car is a joy to drive. Very comfortable, very responsive. Fuel economy is OK, and the suggestion to use premium fuel is one to be heeded, so its a little more expensive to operate, but you get what you pay for.

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  Catch Me! - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By Catch Me! - April 4 - 2:00 am

  I can not say enough about this car! It looks great, drives great, and boy do I love smokin a BMW on fresh asphalt! The seats are nice and wholesome looking, unlike the 3s wimpy little things, the interior is sharp and classy, love da clock, and the sound is super! The room in the rear is great for kids, and adults can fit too. This is my fun car! I didnt want a car that was too common and I have only seen 3 since they were put on the market! I get great looks from everyone, a Mercedes S owners jaw dropped as I zoomed past, and an M3s owner stared and stared at me as I kicked up gravel in his face! Hah! I love this car!

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  A G35 for the real G man - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By Nare - April 4 - 2:00 am

  Wow, I just purchased the car recently, and boy do I love it. Not only does this car give u everything a $43,000 BMW would give you for just around $32,000, but it also gives you some Japanese realiability. When the dealer says theirs 260 ponies under the hood, he means it, no joke. If I didnt knwo this car has a V6, I would mistake it for a small V8, because of the power on tap. The interior is also beautiful. 6 Disc in dash, titanum finish, fine leather, classy yet sporty look that most car componies fail at pulling off.

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  I30t Owner - 1999 Infiniti I30
  By Wink - March 30 - 10:00 am

  I leased this vehicle and then purchased it.The reliability,performance,are great.A slight wind noise is a little bothersome. I drive 80/20 hwy/cty and have beenaveraging 22.5 mpg,using super gasoline. As far as maint.goes I am poor on it and still no problems.

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  I30t Owner - 1999 Infiniti I30
  By wink - March 30 - 10:00 am

  I leased this vehicle and then purchased it.The reliability,performance,are great.A slight wind noise is a little bothersome. I drive 80/20 hwy/cty and have beenaveraging 22.5 mpg,using super gasoline. As far as maint.goes I am poor on it and still no problems.

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  great car - 2002 Infiniti I35
  By smh - March 30 - 10:00 am

  Great car for the money. Slightly noisier than a Lexus, but quite acceptable. Dealership provides excellent service. Car shifts smoothly, and plenty of power at high speeds. I recommend the car to others.

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  BEATS ANY BMW except for the M3 - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By Steve - March 30 - 10:00 am

  This car is, awesome, solid , powerful and the Brembo brakes defy the laws of motion. I had a GTi before which also had 13" rotors in the front and 10" rear and THE G35 ( a heavier car) stops even better. Im not exageratting look up the braking distance for the 98 GTI Vr6 and the GTI there is a 20 FT difference. This cars handling is unmatched by any car Ive ever driven and I used to work at a dealership not to mention Ive driven all the 3 series BMWs except for the M. overall you cant go wrong.....I just hope you can get your hands on one =).