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 car - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By M1s2w5p5 - February 22 - 10:00 am

  When we purchased this car we were actually looking for something else. We then bought a 04 G35 instead. What a car! The drive train is "great". Spacious interior, great exterior styling and with the aero/sport suspension, it has a grip n the road I havent experienced in years. Acceleration is better that a police package! The seating on long trips is very good.

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  Very un-Japanese in quality! - 2005 Infiniti QX56
  By LBP2013 - February 20 - 10:00 am

  This vehicle was purchased new in March 2005. My family and I had nothing but problems with this vehicle. We had many engine issues that Santa Monica Infiniti repaired many times and finally my family decided to work with an attorney since this car had so many repairs and many recurring problems and we believed it qualified for remedies through the lemon law. Through persistence and working closely with our attorney Infiniti finally had to buy the car back and give us monetary remedy. We then bought a 2007 Escalade ESV to replace this unsatisfying beast. Infiniti gave us the money in February 2008 after the lemon law buyback.

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  Dont buy this car - 2014 Infiniti QX60
  By joesams - February 18 - 8:59 am

  The car is roomy, great for family with kids, but the nightmares started in the first week when I noticed that the hybrid battery is hardly discharging any power towards the car, the energy screen is always showing energy discharged from the engine towards the car or the battery, and after the first 250 miles the average of gas consumption was 15 miles per gallon...yes 15,,not 26 as they claimed, I took the care back to the dealership who contacted infiniti of USA and the answer was it is what it is,,the battery is not fully hybrid but partially, and gues what if your AC is working then the battery wont work,,,,I filed a case with infiniti ad Im waiting for an answer, ill update you.

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  G35 and Loving It! - 2006 Infiniti G35
  By mahtx2 - February 17 - 10:36 am

  After owning a 04 Lexus RX330 with trouble from the start, I was ready for a sports adventure. Im exceedingly happy with my G35. Its got a phenomenally tight drive that makes you feel like your hugging the road. I love everything about it...the XM radio, the Nav system, bluetooth connectivity, heated seats...I cant wait to get behind the wheel and hear the growl. As for gripes about the seat controls being unusually located, I was pleasantly surprised when I needed to move the passenger seat back for my mother, I didnt have to get out of my seat to do it. I opted for the Sedan because the trunk is much larger, but I went in to buy the Coupe...its in a class by itself.

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  Terrific for the price - 2008 Infiniti G35
  By AZDBACKS - February 16 - 1:50 pm

  2008, Premium/nav/sport package. Owned for 2 weeks. Research/tested for 9 months, compared to 335, IS350, CTS, TL, A4, C-class, G6, G8, Accord, Camry. Worth every cent. Clearly best in class, cheaper than most makes it even more compelling.

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  What fun - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By kim - February 16 - 1:00 pm

  The most fun to drive out of any vehicle Ive ever owned. The comfort and style if wonderful. The power is tremendous.

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  G35 Coupe - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By osiris - February 16 - 12:30 pm

  Absolutely beautiful car with an outstanding value. Well-built. Appointments of a luxury car with the performance and handling expected of a sports coupe.

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  Good solid vehicle - 2008 Infiniti M45
  By MTCS - February 16 - 9:13 am

  I traded in a 2009 Maxima for the 2008 M45X (new). This is a very nice luxury vehicle. It has all the toys inside that the BMW 5 series has. The smart cruise control is awesome. This vehicle accelerates very quick. This car is a keeper. It is not a head turner. I think the goodies inside with all the electronic gadgets you get to play with is where you get your monies worth out of 2008 M45X. The surround sound is awesome. Pretty quiet ride, not as smooth on rough roads as I was expecting. On the highway you cannot tell the difference between 75 and 90 mph. Simply a well built machine. I had buyers remorse initially but the car has won me over, this car is a keeper!

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  Amazing Car - 2008 Infiniti G37
  By CB_CEP - February 15 - 11:00 pm

  Just got the car! Journey with Prem. Pkg., Navi, Illuminated Kick Plates, Cargo Net. What an amazing car! I searched and searched and test drove and test drove. The car is luxurious and appropriately sporty. I forwent the Sport Pkg. because I am 36 and the sportiest car is no longer the most important to me. The all season tires should last a bit longer. The ride is a bit nicer and the seats are just as comfortable in my opinion. I dont think Ill miss the larger brakes and the limited slip diff.

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  G for Greatness - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By Joey - February 13 - 4:52 am