Due to the design of the SUV, both the desire to have a spacious seating space and the 7-seat layout to take the whole family out, increasing the size of the body may be the most direct and effective way. In the context of the gradual release of consumption potential in the medium and large SUV market, various manufacturers are scrambling to launch new cars, and even luxury cars that once insisted on import status have also lowered their stature and opened the process of localization. This test drive type is the first medium-sized SUV introduced by a Japanese luxury brand into domestic production - Infiniti QX60.
Test drive model: Infiniti QX60 2022 2.0T 4WD ultimate version
Infiniti QX60 is the third model to be introduced into domestic production after Q50L and QX50, and its appearance is consistent with the overseas version, not only applying the latest family design, but also drawing on a variety of elements of the QX60 Monograph concept car. The towering front of the car is exquisitely dynamic, and the curved shape of the lid is also very elegant, creating an atmosphere that is not angry.
Surrounded by large chrome trims, the iconic trapezoidal web is designed with interior lines inspired by origami art, which is fluid and layered. Mirror-effect chrome trims are also available on the left and right sides of the bumper front lip for added refinement. The slender and narrow length of the all-LED headlight group blends with the chrome plating of the central mesh, and the daytime running lights at the eyebrow position adopt a three-stage split design, coupled with the internal blackening treatment, which has an avant-garde and deep visual effect after lighting.
The body size is 5127/2005/1767mm in length, width and height, and the wheelbase is 2900mm. The length and width are good, but the wheelbase of the QX60 is really average in its class. The designer did not compromise with the space, the long rear suspension made the rear expansion of the rear outward, not only the suspension roof was applied, but also the D-pillar position was increased by increasing the tilt angle, creating a bit of a slippery back effect.
The two-tone multi-spoke rim is 20 inches and matches the horse crossContact RX series tires with a size of 255/50 R20. In addition to chrome plating, black anti-scuff strips are installed on all sides of the body, adding a touch of wildness to the vehicle. Personally, I think it would be better if you add a set of pedals in the side skirt position, after all, it is a luxury SUV, can not let the owner always dust the pants leg, right?
The rear of the car does not have the same distinct family characteristics as the front face, although the taillights are also slender and narrow, and are run through by black trim, but there is too much white space, and I always feel that something is missing underneath. The mirror chrome on both sides of the rear enveloping area echoes the position of the front lip, and when driving on the road, it will present a glittering visual effect. The exhaust system is slightly flat, using a hidden layout with unilateral single out.
The interior design has undergone drastic changes, the wrap-around cockpit is in double-contrast tones, and the stepped center console is very simple, highlighting the sense of layering. In addition, ash wood, semi-aniline leather and diamond-shaped quilting process are also applied, and the overall workmanship material is quite solid, and the luxurious atmosphere is significantly improved compared with the previous generation model.
The steering wheel is on the smaller diameter but has a delicate feel, supports electrical adjustment and heating, and is equipped with paddle shifters at the rear. As can be seen from the multi-function button area on the right, the QX60 is also equipped with a ProPILOT L2 level driver assistance system, but the corresponding menu interface cannot be found from the central control screen, and it needs to be set with the steering wheel in the front of the full LCD instrument panel.
The full LCD dashboard and the central control screen are both 12.3 inches, and the clarity and fluency are good. It should be pointed out that the installation angle of the full LCD dashboard is a little too vertical, and the insufficient tilt angle will make the driver subconsciously look down. If the seat height is lowered, it will increase the blind spot of the front position.
The HUD display area at the front windshield reaches 10.8 inches, which is rare in size in its class. In addition to common information such as speed and navigation prompts, you can connect to the car Bluetooth through your mobile phone and reflect the lyrics of music.
Infiniti INTouch2.0 car machine system UI interface is simple and intuitive, for the domestic market to enhance the Car Networking function, support iQIYI, car KTV, smart refueling, car home interconnection and other online applications. The original APP function is more practical, you can remotely check the status of the vehicle, control the air conditioning and synchronize the navigation route, but the CarPlay and CarLife functions are not currently supported. The speech recognition function is quite clever, after waking up through "hello, Yingfei", you can communicate with some natural voice, and the system can accurately locate the sound source, such as sitting in the co-driver position and saying "open the window", it will only lower the co-driver's window, and the partition air conditioner is also suitable for this method to adjust the temperature.
The air conditioning control area cancels the physical buttons, all of which are changed to touch operations, with vibration feedback when pressing, which avoids misoperation to a certain extent. The bright black piano paint trim board is very high-grade, but it is easy to get fingerprints and dust, and if there is obsessive-compulsive disorder, it is necessary to put a piece of glasses cloth on the car.
Wrapped in semi-aniline leather, the front seats are equipped with lumbar support, heating, ventilation and massage functions, making the ride soft and comfortable, inheriting the fine tradition of "zero gravity large sofa". The shape of the headrest is novel and ergonomic, and the neck is very well set off, and the pillow will not be sore for a long time.
The 6-seat version of the model is a 2+2+2 layout, the comfort of the independent seats in the second row has not shrunk, and the side of the seat and the back are set with a key rewind button, which can help the passengers in the third row get on and off quickly, which is very convenient to use. But unfortunately, it is not equipped with an electric adjustment function, and even this top-mounted model is manually adjusted. Fortunately, the rear row has independent air conditioning, and the bottom also provides a total of three interfaces of Type-C, Type-A and 12V, and the humanized configuration is pulled back to a city.
The third row of seating space is average, and the legs of adults sitting in the normal state are somewhat cramped. The vertical height of the seat and the thickness of the seat cushion are the highlights, and the backrest supports angle adjustment, which does not have the feeling of sitting on a small bench, and the comfort exceeds the mainstream level of the same level. The armrests on both sides are also equipped with water cup slots and charging connectors, where passenger care can be seen in the details.
Probably due to the consideration of body torsional strength, the QX60 series adopts a two-section panoramic sunroof, the overall area is not large, only covering the first two rows, and some do not match the positioning of medium and large home SUVs. However, the size of the triangular windows on both sides of the third row is very large, ensuring better light transmittance.
The space in the trunk is very generous, and the rear two rows of seats can be put down to form a flat state, the maximum depth is more than two meters, and the camping can be used as a small bedroom. In the daily car scene, the reclining of the third row of seats can basically meet most of the handling needs, even if the seats are not reclined, the trunk can also carry the luggage of two people.
Since the spare tire crane is hung on the chassis, a deep storage slot is reserved under the trunk, which can be placed with fire extinguishers, glass water, dusters, car towels and other fragmented items. The cover also comes with its own damping, and the design is distracted.
The QX60 series comes standard with a 2.0T VC-Turbo engine, which is also the world's first mass-produced variable compression ratio engine and has won the Ward Top Ten Engine Award. The engine adjusts the angle of the multi-link mechanism through the drive arm, thus achieving a stepless switching of compression ratios between 8:1 and 14:1, with a maximum power of 185 kW and a maximum torque of 376 N·m, which is matched by zf's 9-gear automatic transmission.
The QX60 already weighs more than 2 tons, so I don't expect the power to be as strong as it is, and it does. This "big man" has a gentle personality, low torsion performance is good, the start and mid-section acceleration is not bulky, but the performance of rapid acceleration is really inadequate, especially at high speeds, you can hear the high-pitched roar of the engine, and the feeling of pushing back is minimal.
There are 5 driving modes of personalization, sports, automatic, economy and snow, and the difference in the sense of control of each mode is not obvious. Performance in Sport mode will be slightly improved, and if floor oil is maintained, the gearbox will be very cooperative, and the engine speed will soar to 5800 rpm before changing gears. Therefore, the engine performance is still worth affirming, but unfortunately, the QX60's huge body and tonnage limit the play of sportiness.
The 9AT gearbox has a wide gear ratio and slight movement, sacrificing some gear change speed to ensure smoothness, and in most cases it will not feel its presence. And multi-gear is not chicken ribs, the speed of 90km/h can be hung into the 9th gear. At a high speed of 120km/h, the engine speed is only 1600rpm, and the daily good treatment of gentle driving at the throttle will greatly help to improve fuel economy.
The QX60 is equipped with a set of BOSE speakers, the sound quality is not mentioned, its highlight is with an ANC active noise reduction function, with front and rear double laminated glass greatly improved the quietness of the car. I also deliberately tested it on the highway, the speed reached 120km/h, and the normal voice communication between the front and rear personnel in the car was not affected.
The steering wheel is light and in line with the habits of most drivers, making it easy for even female drivers to navigate this medium to large SUV. Chassis tuning is completely closer to comfort, and this test drive is also equipped with a timely four-wheel drive system, which is very adaptable to a variety of road conditions, even if it is quickly through the sandy and gravel non-paved road, it can create a good texture like walking on the ground, and it is no problem to occasionally drive a wild.
Comments:
QX60 to my deepest impression is the NVH performance, excellent sound insulation and noise reduction can soothe the mood of the driver, for a medium and large SUV, want to reduce the wind resistance coefficient to invest more in the selection of materials, so in the high-speed driving state can also ensure the quietness of the car is not easy. The oriental aesthetic design of the whole car from the outside to the inside is also a plus, and the solid workmanship materials are worthy of the identity of luxury brands. The disadvantage is that the car machine system does not support CarPlay and CarLife functions, which may become a slot for mobile phone parties, even if it supports one of them. In addition, the power performance is a short board, the engine drag more than 2 tons of big guys are not enough, if you can add a hybrid version of the model, then the product force will be further enhanced.