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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  Very happy with this 2016 QX50 - 2016 Infiniti QX50
  By Jay Deubel - December 22 - 6:08 pm

  This is a sports car masked as a crossover or smaller SUV. It handles like my former BMW 335i coupe, but with much more room. The technology is very good, with an amazing camera system named Birdseye view. You can see entirely around the car and when you pull into a parking space you can simply push the camera button and see everything around you, including whats in front of you. The interior is very upscale and the technology is simple to learn. It is much easier that my former BMW and the Mercedes E350 that we currently own. Everything works great including Bluetooth, navigation, phone, voice control and temp control. The gas mileage is not great at about 21 mixed and 24 to 25 on the highway, however, we were looking for performance with luxury options, not an underpowered vehicle with a boxy appearance. This vehicle has styling and turns heads with a flashy dual exhaust and a throaty yet refined sound when you start out or get on it. 0 to 60 is in the low 5s, and passing gear is smooth and powerful. Inside is spacious, especially the back seat with the added space, new in 2016. We are very pleased so far and by reading reviews, we expect maintenance costs to be very low. Lastly, a deeper center console box is needed along with a USB port on the dash instead of in the center console box.

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  Solid buy - 2004 Infiniti Q45
  By ParallaX49 - December 21 - 2:00 am

  No problems whatsoever. My neighbors 745i spends more time in the garage than on the road. That was the other car I was considering. Doesnt feel as sporty as the 7, but is by far a better all-rounder. Must Drive!

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  Infiniti Got It Right - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By G35Dan - December 21 - 2:00 am

  If design quality, superior performance, sufficient create comforts and low price tags are factors important to you in determining what car to purchase, then look no further than the Infiniti G35 sedan. I have driven the BMW3/5 series and the Mercedes Benz C class, and only the 2004 BMW 5 series comes close. Costing $34,000 to $35,000, though, the G35 leaves all others in its wake. Save your $10,000 dollars for doing something else other than buying a BMW or Mercedes Benz. This car is all that and then some!!!!

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  This car is the bizommb - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By Litsz02 - December 21 - 2:00 am

  This ride is spectacular so much fun to drive.

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  I30 - 2000 Infiniti I30
  By patmcc - December 19 - 10:00 am

  After owning BMWs and Acuras for the 15 prior years I decided to look at the Maximas and I-30s along with the Acura. The I-30 was the top choice and continues to live up to my expectation. So much so that my husband purchased a 2001 QX4 14 months later.

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  Love My I35 - 2002 Infiniti I35
  By CaptainTK - December 19 - 10:00 am

  Just purchased my first Infiniti. Extremely happy with my purchase and I think its one of the best values on the road. We were previously looking at Mercedes, BMW & Lexus but when I compared the value of the Infiniti my wife and I were sold immediately. We were treated very well by Brian Clifft at Infiniti of Orlando/

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  This Car Gets Better and Better - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By EJoe - December 19 - 10:00 am

  The more I drive this car the more I love it. The handling and power are the big pluses, but I find myself enjoying the comfort and looks of the interior more and more. Started off looking at BMW 325, but tough to go back after experiencing horsepower of the G35. Also like the feeling of more interior room. Wife liked it right away and beleive me thats a bonus.

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  Very Nice SUV! Bring back the QX4 - 2001 Infiniti QX4
  By MTMnet - December 18 - 10:20 pm

  Purchased it used with 95K miles and it feels almost like new. Very nice inside and out. Drives great on smooth roads but is bumpy and truck like on bad sections of the freeway. I will try bringing the tire pressures down to 26lbs as recommended to see if that makes a difference. Otherwise the Q is excellent all around!

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  Big, Bold, and Beautiful - 2011 Infiniti QX56
  By krookey - December 17 - 5:00 am

  I bought this SUV for my wife after looking at the Mercedes GL, Lexus 460, and Escalade. The interior was superior to all competitors, more luxurious, and more confortable. Add 400 HP, silky, ultra smooth ride, and front seats that rival any lazyboy recliner, and it is a clear winner. I swear that the acceleration feels faster than my Porsche Cayman, and feels rock solid like my Mercedes. The tech features are cool, and can keep you entertained. Now for the exterior styling, I applaud Infiniti for taking a bold, new statement that stands out amongst the "Camery-Diseased", boring, SUV boxes that litter the road. Dare to be different, an identity, an Individual.

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  It is great - 2002 Infiniti I35
  By Texanese - December 15 - 10:00 am

  I just bouth I35 last week..It is great, my wife loves it. It is strong eng., cool air, nice dash board and excelent Bose system.