Infiniti QX60

Overview

Introduction

The Infiniti QX60 is a luxury crossover vehicle that is power puffed with a V6 engine and is counted among the most versatile tough style machines across the globe. Its robust appeal is fascinating despite having a lengthy structure. It shares its platform with the Nissan Pathfinder which looks more like a Japanese SUV. There are a certain amount of positive and negative aspects in this car, but its level of equipment is really amazing where the brand has taken care of each and every comfort as well as luxury article. The exterior is sharp and solid while the rear has a lot of practicality.

Interior

Interior

The 7-seat crossover with V6 engine sounds quite unusual and one may think that the space would have been compromised for performance, but surprisingly, Infiniti has extracted space for every single occupant along with a good amount of luggage room. At the front row, the leather textured cockpit is wise enough to be dealt with the luxury facets. It incorporates a display screen for easy controlling, but it is a bit dark which may not feel good on use. Similar screens have also been given behind the first row head rest for rear passengers. The infotainment system sports Bose 2-channel 13/15 speaker premium sound system with support from CD/DVD, FM, USB and Bluetooth. The comfort level of all the seats is decent with easy step in and out on all rows. At the trunk, the loading capacity is 447 liters and it can be expanded on folding the third bench.

Exterior

Exterior

There are plenty of traits to count among the exterior feature of the Infiniti QX60. The styling and design are quite tough and bold and one can feel it while standing at any of its corners. The car measures its dimensions as 4989 mm of length, 1961 mm of width and 1722 mm of height. It has 2901 mm of wheelbase which facilitates the third row passengers for good amount of leg space and getting an enlarged trunk as well. At the wheel, the 18 inch alloys wheels are fixed with 235/65 R18 rubbers which offers good response against different road conditions.

Engine Performance

Engine, Mileage and Variants

This crossover vehicle fulfills the demand of people wishing a 7-seater vehicle with the punch of an extreme performance. On the road, one can feel the engine's demand of pushing hard across the revs. The hood incorporates 3.5-liter 24 valve V6 engine with double over head cam shaft and continuous variable valve timing control system (CVTCS) for better flow of fuel across the intake valves. This engine generates 265 hp of power at 6400 rpm while making 336 Nm of torque at 4400 rpm. It is mated to an electronically controlled CVT transmission with drive mode to choose from standard, sport, snow and eco mode.

Braking Safety

Safety, Braking and Miscellaneous

The Infiniti has made the QX60 highly capable against bad scenarios. The bold and strong looks matches with the inner strength of the vehicle. It is equipped with multiple airbags to protect the passengers from front (first row), side and curtain positions (all three rows). The Infiniti has employed an innovative drive system which works smartly to identify the road conditions. It switches between the rear and all wheel drive system to maintain the traction over the road while sensing the snowy or plane surfaces. Judging the amount of traction needed, it transmits the power in particular percentage amount over the front and rear wheels, making it stable and good on handling. Apart from this, it comes loaded with all countable safety aspects expected to control its potential.

Verdict

The Infiniti QX60 is an all rounder vehicle that allows one to enjoy it as a sports utility vehicle while being practical in terms of passenger carrying. One may find it a bit too large to control, but will get used to it eventually. The infotainment system and voice recognitions should be revised for clarity and crispness.