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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  Love this car - 2005 Infiniti QX56
  By APearl - September 20 - 2:36 am

  Except for the rear door catching part of the edge of the front door, in certain instances, the car is a dream to drive, and own. Comfort, style and the feeling of being safe on the road is built into this car. Cant wait to take it on a long trip. Expect to take it north in August, and give it a good run on the road.

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  Attention Getter! - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By Sarcasmos - September 19 - 4:36 am

  If you crave attention, this is the car to get! I just purchased a Diamond Graphite coupe with the sport-tuned suspension package with the gorgeous 19" wheels (I also had a nose mask installed). This thing turns heads....BIG TIME!! Not to mention that the exhaust sound is amazing....I cant decide whether to listen to that or the great Bose sound system!! Oh yea...did I mention that it is really REALLY quick? Trust me....get one of these....you wont regret it!!!

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  My first non usa made - 2005 Infiniti QX56
  By e Sokalski - September 16 - 9:03 pm

  the qx56 has a great ride, plenty of power, fuel is not bad for the size of the car 14 city have not taking on a long trip to get hwy mileage

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  G37 6MT sport edition - 2008 Infiniti G37
  By Will - September 15 - 3:16 pm

  I bought the 6MT version with the manual 6 speed, nav, prem, tech, all wheel steering. I love everything about the car. Handling is unbelievable. Acceleration is fantastic. Bose system great. Wonderful to be able to store CDs on a hard drive and not carry them in the car. Dont buy this car and complain about the MPG.

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  Better than Benz - 2003 Infiniti M45
  By WACl - September 15 - 2:00 am

  The M-45 has better suspension and more comfortable seats than the Mercedes S430 that I traded for it. Exhilarating performance and lots of neat technology features, such as DVD based GPS, laser controlled cruise control, tire pressure readout, and satellite radio. All at reasonable price. I cant understand why I dont see more of them on the road.

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  Awesome, but wish I had Navigation Pkg - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By dschlain - September 15 - 2:00 am

  I have had my G35 for three months and still cant wait to go somewhere so I can drive it. I only wish I had paid the extra for the navigation package. I thought I would get an aftermarket navigation package, but they just dont compare to the factory version.

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  Really great car - 2008 Infiniti G35
  By dmac - September 10 - 11:43 pm

  I bought this car used at 2 years old with 17,500 miles on it and saved $10K off new. Very fun to drive and stable. It eats gas though, which should be expected. Not as silky smooth to drive as a Lexus, but much more beautiful to look at. RWD fishtails badly in snow, even with stability control. If you live in a snowy area, get the 4WD for sure. Steering pulls strangely at stops on uneven pavement which the dealer told me was normal, but it is a bit unsettling. Acceleration is great (esp. from 50 to 80) and the controls are easy to use. I love to drive it.

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  loved this car - 2000 Infiniti G20
  By Kimberly - September 9 - 7:03 pm

  Im 18 yrs old and i always wanted a g20 finally my parents purchased me one for my graduation gift. i absolutly loved this car. The interior is so cozy and the exterior is so stylish. Believe me when i tell you this car is extremely safe. Last week another car ran a stop sign and hit the side of my car. Right away the side airbag came out and i did not even have a scratch on me. I am so thankful i did not get hurt and i cant wait until my g20 gets fixed.

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  Impressive Vehicle - 2013 Infiniti JX
  By hondaman35 - September 9 - 3:15 am

  With children reaching teen stage, the wife (aka “the boss”) finally decided that we’ve graduated from minivans. Basic requirements: cross-over, 3-row seating, leather and within $45K. Researched: MDX: Pros - Honda name, resale, handling. Cons – Value quotient, dated styling. Pilot: Pros – Honda name, resale, decent ride. Cons – Remember, I’m trying to graduate from driving a box on wheels! Honda with leather starts mid to high 30’s? CX9: Pros – Mazda name, sporty handling, great reviews. Cons – Outdated styling, minivan with long nose. Explorer: Pros – Styling, options, price ranges. Cons – Will top $40K with options. Resale value will exceed loan amount before first juice stain.

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  Its an awesome car.. Really.. - 2002 Infiniti G20
  By RangeRoverHSE8 - September 9 - 2:00 am

  This car is awesome. My friend who lives in Germany has a Nissan Primera like this G20 body style and he has had no problems whatsoever. I love the body design on this car. I have had only a few warranty issues, but the dealer took car of it, and gave me a Loaner car.. in fact I got a G35 Loaner car.. not too impressed with it.. I like my G20 alot more than a G35. I mean ok so the G35 has a V6.. but I mean, the inside does not look all that great.. This is a car I would recommend, even if you were to buy it Pre-Owned