Description
The 2018 Infiniti Q50 asserts premium sport sedan prowess with a refreshed exterior, advanced driver aids, and twin-turbo power across six trims from base 2.0t Pure to track-focused Red Sport 400, blending luxury, agility, and technology for discerning drivers. Engine options start with a 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder delivering 208 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, escalate to a 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 in 300-horsepower or Red Sport 400-horsepower tunes, all mated to a seven-speed automatic with manual mode and paddle shifters in rear- or all-wheel drive configurations. Performance metrics showcase 0-60 mph in 6.8 seconds for the 2.0t, 4.9 for the 300, and 4.5 for the Red Sport, aided by available Direct Adaptive Steering, Dynamic Digital Suspension, and 19-inch run-flat tires for precise, engaging handling. Fuel economy ranges from 23/30 mpg city/highway for rear-drive 2.0t models to 20/29 for AWD V6 variants, supported by a lightweight body structure and aerodynamic design reducing drag to 0.26 Cd. The cabin seats five in refined comfort with 38.1 inches of rear legroom, 13.2 cubic feet of trunk space, and dual 8- and 7-inch touchscreen InTouch infotainment with navigation, Bose 16-speaker audio, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and voice recognition. Safety earns IIHS Top Safety Pick with standard forward emergency braking, predictive forward collision warning, and six airbags, plus optional Around View Monitor, blind-spot intervention, lane departure prevention, and adaptive cruise control. Measuring 189.6 inches long on a 112.2-inch wheelbase with curb weights around 3,700-3,900 pounds, the Q50 offers a 4-year/60,000-mile warranty and starts at $34,200, rivaling the BMW 3 Series and Audi A4 with distinctive Japanese elegance.
