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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  G35 one GREAT car - 2005 Infiniti G35
  By al - March 1 - 10:20 am

  Ever since I set my eyes on this vehicle, I could have never gone into another dealership... unless it was an Infiniti. This car is comfortable, fast,gorgeous,stylish, and a car with one of the 10 Best engines in the world! It can NOT get any better then this.

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  G35 Sedan Loaded - 2007 Infiniti G35
  By bobz G - March 1 - 12:56 am

  I bought a black G35 sedan from Infiniti of Chantilly. Got the works. Although the stereo isnt digital surround, it still was the best in class. great tech features, good bass, hard drive to store all your cds. The car gets fast, quick. Feels like 40 when youre doing 70. Bought the active steer, suspn.s a little stiffer, but it handles great. Nav is decent, back up cam had better features than others. Still havent used the Intell. Cruise Control, but its too much fun to drive. Was initially leaning towards a Type-S, but the feel of RWD and the Studio on Wheels sealed the deal.

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  2009 G37xS Sedan... Not disapointed!! - 2009 Infiniti G37
  By managerman - February 27 - 4:50 am

  I just turned in my leased 2006 M35 and picked up a new 2009 G37xS Sedan. I am very pleased! This car is much sportier, has 48 more horses than the M, and is a blast to drive. The steering is much tighter and with the all-wheel drive it sticks to the road in dry, rainy, or snowy weather. The sport model comes with the paddle shifters and 18" alloy wheels. Very nice look in the new Moonlight White color.

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  G35 4-door 6-speed - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By steve nelson - February 27 - 12:23 am

  Other than gas mileage and strange location of seat adjustments this has been an excellent car. Im sure a used one would make a great purchase if its been maintained. Extremely nice car for the money. Think 5-series at 3-series prices.

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  G-35x 2007 - 2007 Infiniti G35
  By Satisfied So Far - February 26 - 11:23 pm

  Have the car now two weeks, and I am enjoying the car very much. The G, I bought with AWD, (Base car is rear wheel drive), because of the winters in the Northeast and road conditions I felt was a necessity. The car is exceptionally fast and responsive, handles the road like a sports car (Miata) Must be the suspension and tire combo (17"). I think the redesign of the exterior really makes the car stunning in appearance. The interior, mine is black with the chrome, looks sporty yet elegant. I really like the way the dash is designed. Overall, very pleased.

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  G37xS with Nav - 2009 Infiniti G37
  By need4speed - February 26 - 10:13 am

  I was looking for a pre-owned Lexus GS350 or M35x Infiniti but ran into trouble finding low mileage examples and the new ones were too expensive. I actually thought the Ininiti G and the Lexus IS were too small. One day while waiting to test drive a pre-owned M the sales rep suggested I test drive a new G. I did and it was love at first drive. It is one of the most solid cars I have ever driven, has plenty of power and all of the controls for the Nav, sound system, phone, etc are extremely easy to use. Once you get to use the controls a short time you can figure out how to use all of the functions without referring to an instruction booklet. This car is more than a 3 series and much cheaper!

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  Great Value - 2002 Infiniti G20
  By Gilmour93 - February 25 - 2:00 am

  I picked mine up when they had about 4 left on the lot, they were dying to get rid of them. I got a silver one (auto, leather, sunroof, completely loaded basically) for around $21K, about $5K under the sticker. Try finding another car for that price with the same features and quality.

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  The New - 2003 Infiniti Q45
  By Young CEO - February 25 - 2:00 am

  Just picked up the 2003 two weeks ago. The car is gorgeous and a dream on the road. This is my first Infinite after driving an Acura Legend (another great car....Acura should have never discontinued)and before that I drove a Toyota Supra. The Q45 is by far the most technically advanced vehicle Ive ever owned. The voice recognition is very convenient. The Bose sound system is crystal clear.I compared the new BMW "7 series", the Lexus and the Acura RL. The Q45 beat them all hands down and all of the electronic features are user friendly and actually work, unlike the 745i. Give the "Q" a test drive and see for yourself.

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  Great Car! - 2002 Infiniti I35
  By David V. - February 25 - 2:00 am

  This is my third Infiniti and hopefully will not be my last. Having driven it for 16,000 miles I enjoy it as much today as the first day I drove it home. Yes, the turning radius is larger than I would like, but everything else from the great sound system, comfortable seats, to the spoiler and chrome wheels make it very special. The engine is very smooth and powerful which is a marked improvement over the I30 which I had last. I dont think dollar for dollar that you can get a better car. The color makes a huge difference in styling appeal. Mine is black which makes much more of a statement and looks richer.

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  Small Trunk - 2003 Infiniti G35
  By jay1 - February 25 - 2:00 am

  Small Trunk space, Hard to drive in the rain.