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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  IT CAN BE BETTER - 2005 Infiniti QX56
  By REEM - January 15 - 2:13 am

  Interior noise coming from the plastic on the doors, seats comfort can be better , so they need to clean the interior plastic ,and get more comfort seat.

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  The Great Sleeper - 2002 Infiniti G20
  By klejman - January 14 - 10:00 am

  I purchased the car with 14,000 km in early 200 (your set up does not permit year 2000 to be entered), and it has been flawless since. It is invisible to law enforcement, loves both winding roads and highway cruising speeds. I have put almost 190,000 km on it and have had no problems. A bit more power would be great. I will certainly be looking at the new Infinitis coming out as I plan to replace this car in a year.

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  sweeeeeeeet - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By lts - January 14 - 10:00 am

  Love the G35 luxury/sport package. Great handling and performance. Drove the BMW 3 series and 5 series, as well. 330 handles similarly, but not quite as fast and not close to having G35s interior room. 5 series as roomy but cant touch the handling. Best balance of luxury, performance, and value...makes me look forward to every drive. Buy one today!!!

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  Fun But............. - 2006 Infiniti G35
  By jqlaw - January 11 - 9:00 am

  I sold my E36 M3 and bought a 2006 G35 Sport Coupe. It had 22K miles on it. Its got great power, handles great and great brakes. It gets lots of looks and sounds awesome. But........ It aint no BMW. The interior is kinda cheesy, the clutch is horrible and the seat belts dont retract. Dont get me wrong, I love it but Im just not passionate about it. The reason I picked it over an E46 M3 was the reliability. Having the check engine light come on every other week on the M3 was a little frustrating. Did I mention how great it sounds? Especially with the sun roof open and the windows down.

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  I Couldnt Be More Satisfied - 2013 Infiniti JX
  By obie1974 - January 11 - 8:58 am

  I researched this car way before it came out and compared it to competitors in its class. When comparing all the technology and pricing for each, this car won hands-down. Ive had it for over a year and have 15k miles on it. It has been a pleasure to drive and carry passengers on long trips. I handles very well on windy roads, gets excellent gas milage for a V6 (24-26 mpg why), but most of all the technology incorporated into the fully loaded JX is awesome. Will never want a car without back up collision intervention, lane departure warning/intervention, smart cruise, Infiniti Connection, etc. I never get tired of driving this well designed and proportioned vehicle.

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  Needs Improvement - 2004 Infiniti QX56
  By cjaynes - January 10 - 11:36 am

  Beautiful car poor performance. The vehicle has terrible vibration in the roof. Since my purchase in June 2004 I have had several problems such as brakes, seats, handling, vibration, dvd, and back hatch. Dont waste your money. Infiniti clearly needs to work on the quality if they are going to compete in the luxury suv market. I want to get rid of mine but wouldnt want some other poor sucker get it.

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  G35 is the best car for the price. - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By Ralph Patrone - January 10 - 10:00 am

  The G35 is reliable, comfortable sports car with great performance. This car is easily the best for the price. My infinti Service in Summit, NJ has been great.

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  Four Door Sports Car - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By cleo - January 10 - 10:00 am

  This is a very fun car to drive it holds the road better than any sedan i haved driven. The feeling of endles power is a rush.

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  Classy - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By jwhdavison - January 10 - 10:00 am

  Dealing with Infiniti has been a joy from the moment we went to the dealer. They were never pushy, and their service has been wonderful since. The car is a joy to drive and to own, its comfortable, powerful, feels luxurious and is hassle-free.

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  Awesome Car! - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By SLVRG35CP - January 10 - 10:00 am

  This is the best car I have ever driven, hands down! Weve got a 2004 BMW 5-Series, 2004 Acura TL, and this. This car is by far the best. Fast acceleration, comfortable seats, beautiful styling, I really love everything about this car! Turns heads everywhere, even though its been available for over a year. This car makes me feel invincible!