Infiniti VIN Decoder
Infiniti VIN Decoder
Last updated July 2026 · Reviewed by the VinWhere Vehicle Data Team · Source: NHTSA vPIC
A Infiniti VIN decoder reads a 17-character Infiniti Vehicle Identification Number to identify factory data such as model year, make, model, body style, engine, drivetrain, fuel type, manufacturer, country, and assembly plant when available. The first three characters are the World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) — for example, JN1 identifies infiniti built in japan.
What a Infiniti VIN can tell you
An Infiniti VIN can reveal the model year, model, trim, engine, drivetrain, body style, fuel type, manufacturer, country, and assembly plant when available.
Infiniti VIN prefixes (WMI)
The first three characters of a Infiniti VIN identify the manufacturer, country, and vehicle type. Common Infiniti prefixes include:
| WMI prefix | Identifies |
|---|---|
| JN1, JNK | Infiniti built in Japan |
| 5N1 | Infiniti built in the USA (Tennessee) |
Reading a Infiniti VIN
Nissan luxury brand
Infiniti uses its own WMIs but follows Nissan's VIN conventions and the 17-character standard.
Country of build
A JN prefix indicates Japan, while 5N1 indicates the US plant in Smyrna, Tennessee.
Position 10: model year
The 10th character encodes the Infiniti model year code.
Sample Infiniti VIN decode
An example decode for a Infiniti VIN, showing the factory fields VinWhere returns:
- Year
- 2015
- Make
- INFINITI
- Model
- Q50
- Body
- Sedan
- Engine
- 3.7L
- Drive
- FWD/Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Built in
- Tochigi Plant, Kawachi-Gun, JAPAN
Example VIN for illustration. Decode your own Infiniti VIN above for exact results.
How to read a Infiniti VIN
Every 17-character Infiniti VIN follows the same position structure. The 10th character is the model year (see the VIN year chart) and the 11th is the assembly plant.
| Position(s) | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1 | Country or region of manufacture (WMI) |
| 2 | Manufacturer (WMI) |
| 3 | Vehicle type or manufacturing division (WMI) |
| 4–8 | Vehicle attributes: model, body, engine, restraints (VDS) |
| 9 | Check digit (validates the VIN) |
| 10 | Model year |
| 11 | Assembly plant |
| 12–17 | Production sequence / serial number |
Common Infiniti models
VinWhere decodes VINs across the Infiniti lineup, including:
Infiniti build sheet by VIN
Can I get a Infiniti build sheet by VIN?
Yes. A Infiniti build sheet is the factory record of how a specific vehicle was originally built — its installed options, packages, and paint and trim codes. VinWhere reconstructs this from the VIN: it decodes the factory specification, then checks the original Infiniti window sticker (Monroney label), which lists the as-built options and original MSRP.
Start with the Infiniti window sticker lookup to see the original as-built options and MSRP for your VIN.
Where to find your Infiniti VIN
- Driver-side dashboard, through the windshield
- Driver door jamb sticker
- Vehicle registration and title
- Insurance card and policy
Data sources and limitations
Infiniti VIN decoding is based on manufacturer-reported vehicle data from the official NHTSA vPIC database, plus brand-specific window sticker providers where available. Some fields — trim, options, or window sticker — may be unavailable depending on the model year, vehicle type, and source. A VIN decode shows factory specifications only, never owner names, addresses, or private DMV records.
Infiniti VIN decoder FAQ
How do I decode an Infiniti VIN for free?+
Enter your 17-character Infiniti VIN into VinWhere's free decoder to see the model year, model, trim, engine, drivetrain, and assembly plant when available.
What does an Infiniti VIN starting with 5N1 mean?+
An Infiniti VIN starting with 5N1 was built in the United States at the Smyrna, Tennessee plant.
Is an Infiniti VIN the same as a Nissan VIN?+
Infiniti is Nissan's luxury brand and uses different WMIs, but both follow the same 17-character VIN standard.