Infiniti I30/I35

Infiniti launched the Cefiro in North America as the "Infiniti I30" in 1995 for the 1996 model year. All I30 models were built at Oppama, Japan (the former home of the Maxima), commencing June 27, 1995.

Infiniti released the original I30 in 1996 as a replacement for the aging J30 rear-wheel drive sedan. 

In late 2001 the model got its most significant host of upgrades, including styling changes, minor revisions to the interior, new optional equipment, larger brakes, a re-tuned suspension system, a standard traction control system, and optional electronic stability control. The updated model was renamed " Infiniti I35" to reflect an engine displacement increase from 3.0 to 3.5 liters, with the new VQ35DE V6, producing 255 hp (190 kW).