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! - 2006 Infiniti G35
  By TDS - June 8 - 5:33 am

  Very nice power with the 3.5L V6 @ 280hp also handles well. Ive been avg. 22-24 MPG.

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  2003 G35 - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By harvey - June 7 - 8:36 pm

  Great car looks good very poor gas mileage i was a bit suprise about that.Bose system ok i like it.The car is rough on bumpy roads but ok. Brakes have not replace yet. Look at the acura tl the bmw 325i but chose the G35 for looks. Car is so fast at acceleration was very impresse about that.Car handles well did hear some rattles inside the car. Overrall car is ok.

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  Mixed emotions - 2002 Infiniti I35
  By BZ in Beloit - June 6 - 2:00 am

  This car is a love-hate. I love the engine performance.Under throttle the torque steer is unbelievable. The engine is smooth as silk up to the redline. Transmission shifts nicely. The seats are uncomfortable for long trips. The stereo is excellent. The heated steering wheel is too hot, even through gloves. The heated seats are nice in the cold. The gas mileage is pitiful. Dont believe the trip computer because it lies. The instrumentation sucks, well positioned but inaccurate. My speedometer is 7% inaccurate and no one will fix it. The climate control works very well. Overall I like the car in the city but on long trips I wish I had a Q45.

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  Very Reliable - 2000 Infiniti G20
  By Jim V - May 30 - 6:53 am

  I bought this car after selling my 99 Audi A4. The performance and handling do not match the Audi of course, but so far this car is much more reliable. You dont see too many of these on the road either which I like. Overall, Id recommend this as a quality used vehicle to consider. Its just not as fun as the Audi or my previous VW Jettas. But thats okay, its also not in the shop every three months like those German makes.

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  Still like it! - 2005 Infiniti QX56
  By InfintiGuy - May 28 - 10:06 pm

  Could not believe my wife still wanted this vehicle after the 04 we rented with the terrible brakes and all the bad reviews we read. A year and a half later - so far, so great. We really like this SUV. There is a little more rattling than we care for. Looking forward to getting the next redesigned model with all the bugs worked out.

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  Head Turner - 2008 Infiniti G35
  By Pete Bennett - May 27 - 6:23 pm

  Just hit the 5,000 mile mark and love the car more and more each day. I receive so many compliments on the car with most indicating that the car must have been very expensive based on its looks. People assume this car was very expensive even though its priced at or below the price of the vehicle they are actually driving themselves.

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  Infiniti G35 - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By J Watters - May 17 - 6:46 am

  The Infiniti G35 is a pleasure to drive and maneuver in traffic, up hills and around curves. Also is easy to park in difficult parking spaces. Responds immediately when additional power is needed.

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  Beautiful!!! - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By LuxLuvr - May 7 - 10:00 am

  I went on my second test drive of this rocket on wheels. head turner, FAST!!!!, Very tight on the corners, great brakes for high speeds!! Its a real beauty although the interior leather could use some more work (this is only the first year Im sure theyll fix it next).I found the engine a little loud (of course, the sport enthusiast may disagree, given the mission of the car) and the ride a little rough-ish (again, im not a die hard sport enthusiast)....Love the headlight design, go Infiniti and go Nissan!! Summary: 100 out of 100.

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  Lots of Car for the Money - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By Gary NCAL - May 4 - 10:00 am

  After owing BMW’s since 1987, this car turned my head with the combination of safety and performance features at a reasonable price. The amenities (sun roof, Bose Stereo, etc.) only add to the overall value you get for your dollar. On the performance side, the power curve is smooth throughout all ranges and when needed, has the high end power to plant you firmly in your seat. I would suggest this car to anyone who is looking for performance, comfort, and style at a reasonable price.

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  So Smooth - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By New Infiniti Girl - May 2 - 10:00 am

  The car glides on the road.