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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  Great Ride - 2004 Infiniti QX56
  By sjd9346 - September 5 - 10:00 am

  Just purchased two months ago. This is a great SUV. We drove them all and price was not a concern. The QX56 has the biggest rear seats, the best ride and the best acceleration for a full size. The styling is very unique and it always turns heads. It works well either going to Home Depot, or out with friends to a nice restaurant. Perfect versatility. This is one solid feeling SUV, it eats up the bumps - smooth as silk, but you arent afraid to tackle potholes.

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  Great Car - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By Ranger1 - September 5 - 10:00 am

  Ive owned my G35 for almost 2 and half years and still love driving it. I have not had a single problem with it (a few recalls, thats it). The car is obviously well built and seems like it will last forever. If you havent driven one yet, do it. Bring your checkbook. They "only" thing Im not real crazy about is the gas mileage especially with prices where they are but its also nice to know that when I want or need the power, the G never lets me down. One thing I was apprehensive about was the rear wheel drive and traction in the snow; I dont miss front wheel drive at all. I dont know how they did it but you just cant skid or slide around in the snow.

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  what a great car - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By Jr - September 5 - 10:00 am

  when i had purchased this car i was a little unsure because it was my first car in a while because i have been in suvs for seven years but once i had this car for just about a week i fel in love completly it is so much fun to drive and unlike other sport coupes with back seat every body in the car is very confortable and the people in the back arent squished i think the design of this car is great especcially with the 18 inch tires i just think the car on a whole is amazing

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  my Q - 2002 Infiniti Q45
  By p mauceri - September 3 - 2:00 am

  NO doubt best 4dr sedan for the money

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  Very nice! - 2003 Infiniti I35
  By critter - September 3 - 2:00 am

  This car had two recalls already but is a fine machine overall. Power is great, good gas mileage, nice inside toys and more (loaded).

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  Nearly perfect car - 2000 Infiniti I30
  By huntandpark - September 3 - 2:00 am

  This car has no flaws and for the money cant be compared to in its class for speed, power, comfort, size, style, handling, etc.

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  Very Nice car!!!!!!! - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By m2c8os1t - September 3 - 2:00 am

  Had the car for a week and so far it has bieng fun,fun,fun!!!!!. The colour of the car is a platinum and beige interior.

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  Best Q45 made - 1998 Infiniti Q45
  By Charles Hartle - August 31 - 11:43 am

  Best luxury Infinity made.

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  vrooom........... - 2006 Infiniti G35
  By Andrew Lee - August 30 - 2:03 am

  Wow you guys really put a well equipped car together from inside to out what a machine for performance good job! I have a Volkswagen passat I like to trade in for an upgrade do you have any suggestions?

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  Great Car but too slow - 2000 Infiniti QX4
  By Rollin0nJdubbs - August 28 - 2:00 am

  My first car. I love it but Im always lagging behind all my friends. Interior is very comfortable and upscale. Been in my family for three plus years and NEVER had to be taken in for service other than scheduled checks. Power was increased significantly for the 2001 model which is a pain. If it were faster it would be up there with the x5 in my book. Look forward to replacing it with G35 coupe or Fx35 (Qx4s replacement). Very reliable.