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 pheonix5 - October 13 - 9:16 pm

  I have had this car 7 months and it has been a great car. It is very comfortable and can boost a persons driving confidence with its stability program. It has a lot of great things like its amazing looks and comfortable seating. warning the trunk is EXTREMLY small in the coupe (one suit bag and a couple of small bags. It has a large gas tank in that my average fill is usually 57 to 64 liters.

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  Best Buy for the Money - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By Big A - October 12 - 10:00 am

  This is a fun car to drive. From the extremely responsive engine to the excellent handling you really feel like you are in control. Audio system is good and sterring wheel controls helpful.

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  Not too good in the rain - 2007 Infiniti G35
  By george - October 3 - 7:06 am

  Just having sold my G35 sport finds me missing this car, not at all. I truly believed this was a fantastic built and designed sports sedan. Having downscaled due to $ concerns, I dont really miss it especially when it rains, for (2) reasons. The HP is enormous and fast acceleration on a rain slick surface spins you out and secondly, after you park in your garage, notice all the water falling from the wheel well and gathering around each wheel. If you have a flat surfaced garage, expect to mop up 8 towels worth of water off the floor. Apparently, the trim panels collect the road splash and slow drip when parked. Add to that a look-alike Nissan styling for $10k less.

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  Good Power, Bad MPG - 2007 Infiniti G35
  By MLS - October 2 - 7:30 am

  I love the G35x w/ the 306HP its great, however the MPG hasnt been over 20 MPG since I got it. Infiniti advertised 19/26 its more like 13/18 and thats not good.

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  I wont buy another Infiniti - 2001 Infiniti QX4
  By tasha67 - September 30 - 2:00 am

  It is very hard for a short person to get in and out of this vehicle. The running boards are useless, they are too high. The radio display is extremely hard to see and impossible to read when driving. The rear wheel wells are in the way of the door opening. The gas mileage needs much improvement. The "tilting" steering wheel hardly tilts. The headlights have very little difference between high beams and low beams.

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  Comfort and Fuel Economy - 2014 Infiniti QX60
  By jayjay - September 29 - 11:39 pm

  Selected AWD Hybrid after comparing to gas version and Acura MDX. QX60 offered more room, comfort, and better price than the MDX (my opinion). Hybrid vs non was a difficult decision but with a modest 3k premium, increased MPG, and option packages simplified, we selected the AWD hybrid. The comfort is unparalleled and the safety is outstanding. The warnings (lane departure, blind spot ect.)/interventions can be individualized, on or off for each driver. The MPG was concerning after purchasing with 19 city and 23 hwy. Now with 1500 miles 22 to 23 city and as high as 29 on the highway! 24 for mixed driving. There is a break in period and learning curve with this SUV to obtain good MPG.

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  Great value - 2014 Infiniti QX60
  By mkt915 - September 29 - 8:38 pm

  With a growing family and the need to transport addtional occupants from time to time space was important to us. We had looked at most of the vehicle in this class and were either deterred by tight cabin space, low exterior/interior quality, poor fuel economy, or price. Though we are willing to pay to get what we want we dont have a track record of keeping cars more than 4 years. We take into consideration price, safety, options, interior space, styling, maintenance costs, fuel economy, increase in insurance premiums, and warranty. We do find the vehicle quiet, smooth, and fun to drive. We have a super duty truck and this SUV drives more like a car. We are happy with our purchase thus far.

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  2005 G35 Coupe (A) - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By Chris - September 20 - 9:30 pm

  I traded my 2002 325i BMW in for a 2005 G35 coupe. The BMW is a great car, but I found it getting boring and kind of stodgy feeling. The G35 offers a sleek, modern style and wiht tons of power. I must say power is very addictive, coupled with great handling makes it fun to drive. It takes turns with much less body roll as compared to the Beemer with the sports package. The G35 is not as light or tossable as the 325i, so it takes a little of the fun away. I find the rear to slide out at times. I dont know if its the design or inadequate Dynamic control system. I like the Bose stereo, no problems and it sounds great. The seat belt is annoying as stated, but one gets used to it.

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  Big Bang For The Buck - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By Jerr Harp - September 20 - 6:53 am

  Ive had the car for three months now and so far so good.Great engine,great trans,handles awesome.I got the 19 inch wheel package which is great in dry weather so so in wet weather park it in the snow.The seats really hug the driver but can be a litte uncomfortable at times.I was suprised at how functional the trunk and back seats are for a coupe.The back seats fit two average size adults fairly comfortably and the trunk holds two suitcases.The one downside is at the pumps but you kind of know that going in.

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  NICE but could offer more - 2004 Infiniti G35
  By GWarr - September 19 - 10:00 am

  I purchased the G35 sedan with the premium sports package (upgraded brakes, bose sound system, rear spoiler, etc.) in May. This car is FUN to drive and handles like a dream. Trottle response and sport shifting is remarkable for an automatic. After testing several competing models, the G35 is the quickest and has the tightest suspension. More amenities would make this car much more attractive to "average buyer". Who is going to push a family sedan to 130mph on a consistent basis? The G35 needs more luxury items to match the TL and Saab 9 to balance out its superior performance.