2014 Sedan
#843
Based on everything I've seen and read, I think it's a home-run and I'd go out and buy it tomorrow. But then, I'm probably closer to a mainstream buyer than many of you that are deeper enthusiasts. Our 2010 will remain with us at least another 2-4 years, but until then I know I'll be envious every time I see a Q50 pass by. Really anxious to see how well the Hybrid performs, plus the upcoming news on the turbo.
#844
Some of the comments on Infiniti's facebook page hurt my brain. Some people are utterly clueless and yet they take the time to comment on everything and anything.... sigh
I did get a personalized response on facebook though on a question I thought they missed:
"Infiniti commented on Ustream.
Stratos, a 6MT is not planned at launch this Summer but stay tuned for developments moving forward..."
This is me staying tuned
I did get a personalized response on facebook though on a question I thought they missed:
"Infiniti commented on Ustream.
Stratos, a 6MT is not planned at launch this Summer but stay tuned for developments moving forward..."
This is me staying tuned
#845
This car is killer. I'm actually surprised. It's aggressive. This is the hybrid version though so it kind of has an aftermarket feel to it, but these live shots looks real good.
I love the squared off the front.
I definitely see this car selling 7k a couple of months out the year.
#847
I noticed in the interior pictures that the analog clock is gone. I thought that was Infiniti's signature trademark. I realize it serves no practical purpose and I never use it to tell time, but I always liked the look of it...
#848
Lexus Defector
iTrader: (60)
I guess I'm out of the main stream of most of these responses too because I like it. Maybe I wasn't as dissatisfied with the current car or expecting as much as most folks from the Q50 I guess. I like the styling interior and exterior and absolutely love the tech. It will be the wife's car but I can see myself loving it and choosing to drive her car instead of mine anytime we ride together. The ability to select various settings that affect how it drives and set them individually for each driver is awesome for me. I will go out as soon as they're available and test out the steer by wire and selective feedback systems and play with all the toys. Probably won't buy until perhaps the end of the year or early next year. Not many disappointments at all for me. And since it's confirmed that it has a heated steering wheel, it's a now a no brainer.
#849
Administrator
iTrader: (9)
#850
That's who pays infiniti's bills, not the small number of voices screaming that there is no manual option unfortunately.
#852
I have high hopes for the steering response settings. Back when I had a Subaru, I changed the steering rack to a very quick one, and that was literally the biggest performance improvement I ever did to the car (maybe besides tires), including suspension, big turbo, etc. Acceleration is fun, but a quick steering ratio is more fun.
I love the looks and technology. If I was buying a car this summer, this would be it - likely in that color.
I love the looks and technology. If I was buying a car this summer, this would be it - likely in that color.
#853
Administrator
iTrader: (9)
Funny, but when I see "Quatro", Audi isn't the first thing that comes to mind.
God, I'm old.
God, I'm old.
#854
Cliff Notes:
8-speed automatic coming
4-cylinder turbo coming
VQ37 saying goodbye, replaced with 3.0 liter turbo-6
More powerful Q coming, possibly IPL or possibly M3 or AMG fighter.
All this probably during the MMC in 2015.
8-speed automatic coming
4-cylinder turbo coming
VQ37 saying goodbye, replaced with 3.0 liter turbo-6
More powerful Q coming, possibly IPL or possibly M3 or AMG fighter.
All this probably during the MMC in 2015.
Automobile Magazing:
Detroit 2013: 2015 Infiniti Q50 to Get Four-Cylinder
The Infiniti Q50 is all-new, but brand chief Johan de Nysschen is already looking ahead two years, when the G-sedan replacement finally gets a much-needed four-cylinder.
“I imagine that with a powerful and efficient turbocharged four-cylinder we could probably see the total sales mix exceeding 40 percent, and all that’s incremental to what we have today.”
The four-cylinder is being developed in cooperation with Mercedes-Benz and will be paired with an eight-speed automatic, de Nysschen says. The Q50 goes on sale late this summer offering a 3.7-liter V-6 and a smaller six-cylinder hybrid powertrain.
There’s no doubt four-cylinders are becoming more important than ever in premium sedans. BMW has enjoyed so much success with its four-cylinder 3-series that it’s introducing another variant, the 320i. In fact, it’s fair to wonder why Infiniti didn’t have such an engine ready for the Q50’s launch. De Nysschen, who came to the brand last summer from Audi, admits this is “an inhibitor” particularly in global markets like China and Europe.
“This is part of our history, being very U.S.-centric, where it was not considered important to have four-cylinder gasoline and clean diesel powertrains, for that matter,” he says.
The four-cylinder won’t replace either of the six-cylinders; however, speaking earlier, de Nysschen hinted that the venerable 3.7-liter V-6 will not hang around forever.
“I think it’s an absolutely outstanding engine, but if we look at global regulations that begin to penalize you on engine capacity, that is the kind of development that would begin to steer us into 3.0-liter turbocharged engine,” he said.
The Q50’s styling will also distinguish it from competitors, which tend to be quite conservative to appease European and Chinese tastes. The Q50, in contrast, has an expressive design derived from the 2009 Infiniti Essence concept. “It’s quite an aggressive look,” says Infiniti design director Shiro Nakamura. He’s nevertheless confident this styling will play well even in notoriously conservative China, where Infiniti hopes to grow sales to 200,000 by the end of the decade. “The overall proportions are very authentic — there’s nothing too much like a wedge,” he says, adding that the most popular Infiniti model in China is the wild FX.
As for an even wilder Q50, we can expect more powerful variants, but the brand is still deciding whether it will be along the lines of the outgoing IPL model or a head-on challenger the likes of the M3 and Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG.
“Anything is possible. The dynamic capabilities of this platform are very significant, and it can handle far higher power than the engines we are using,” de Nysschen says.
Although the Q50 will no doubt play a critical role for Infiniti — the G was by far the brand’s bestseller — de Nysschen cautions that it’s only the first step in the brand’s growth.
“We are now creating a powerful platform for the future. I have my sights on 2025, not on the end of this year.”
Detroit 2013: 2015 Infiniti Q50 to Get Four-Cylinder
The Infiniti Q50 is all-new, but brand chief Johan de Nysschen is already looking ahead two years, when the G-sedan replacement finally gets a much-needed four-cylinder.
“I imagine that with a powerful and efficient turbocharged four-cylinder we could probably see the total sales mix exceeding 40 percent, and all that’s incremental to what we have today.”
The four-cylinder is being developed in cooperation with Mercedes-Benz and will be paired with an eight-speed automatic, de Nysschen says. The Q50 goes on sale late this summer offering a 3.7-liter V-6 and a smaller six-cylinder hybrid powertrain.
There’s no doubt four-cylinders are becoming more important than ever in premium sedans. BMW has enjoyed so much success with its four-cylinder 3-series that it’s introducing another variant, the 320i. In fact, it’s fair to wonder why Infiniti didn’t have such an engine ready for the Q50’s launch. De Nysschen, who came to the brand last summer from Audi, admits this is “an inhibitor” particularly in global markets like China and Europe.
“This is part of our history, being very U.S.-centric, where it was not considered important to have four-cylinder gasoline and clean diesel powertrains, for that matter,” he says.
The four-cylinder won’t replace either of the six-cylinders; however, speaking earlier, de Nysschen hinted that the venerable 3.7-liter V-6 will not hang around forever.
“I think it’s an absolutely outstanding engine, but if we look at global regulations that begin to penalize you on engine capacity, that is the kind of development that would begin to steer us into 3.0-liter turbocharged engine,” he said.
The Q50’s styling will also distinguish it from competitors, which tend to be quite conservative to appease European and Chinese tastes. The Q50, in contrast, has an expressive design derived from the 2009 Infiniti Essence concept. “It’s quite an aggressive look,” says Infiniti design director Shiro Nakamura. He’s nevertheless confident this styling will play well even in notoriously conservative China, where Infiniti hopes to grow sales to 200,000 by the end of the decade. “The overall proportions are very authentic — there’s nothing too much like a wedge,” he says, adding that the most popular Infiniti model in China is the wild FX.
As for an even wilder Q50, we can expect more powerful variants, but the brand is still deciding whether it will be along the lines of the outgoing IPL model or a head-on challenger the likes of the M3 and Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG.
“Anything is possible. The dynamic capabilities of this platform are very significant, and it can handle far higher power than the engines we are using,” de Nysschen says.
Although the Q50 will no doubt play a critical role for Infiniti — the G was by far the brand’s bestseller — de Nysschen cautions that it’s only the first step in the brand’s growth.
“We are now creating a powerful platform for the future. I have my sights on 2025, not on the end of this year.”
#855
HYUNDIA GENISIS CONCEPT SMH
Last edited by eljoker; 01-14-2013 at 02:19 PM.