Let the past pass, let the future come. In December 2021, we ushered in a new domestic replacement of the medium and large luxury SUV Infiniti QX60, which was "tragically" the spokesperson crisis after the release of the pre-price in Guangzhou, but as the first official brand to react quickly and terminate the partnership, the positive attitude was also blessed by the unprecedented exposure and publicity. In the blink of an eye from Guangzhou to Guangxi, we went deep into the hinterland of the mountains of Nanning Greentown this time, and walked with Infiniti QX60 between the strange peaks and rocks, drawing a successful end to this year.
Nowadays, the competition in the medium and large luxury SUV market is hot, in order to adapt to the increasingly young consumers, we see more youthful designs and luxury configurations. The hidden introspection of the luxury car, after understanding the shock of the hole is difficult to find today. The new generation of Infiniti QX60 brings extraordinary oriental design, explaining what oriental luxury is.
After the birth of the new generation of Infiniti QX60, it has become the flagship product of the brand, and we can still see the inheritance of the aesthetics of infiniti in the past, the appearance of the atmosphere and natural appearance, and the creation of muscle lines and sports elements without deliberately creating muscle lines and sports elements. This time, it also incorporates the beauty of oriental elegance, and the large-size blackened net that comes into view uses the style of ancient layered origami paper, bringing an entry point for reverie.
Although the narrow LED headlight group resembles the currently commercially available luxury sports car Q50L, the exterior embellishments and internal details have been redesigned, the design inspiration comes from the piano keys, the light cavity and the light strip are black and white, and the LED daytime running lights integrated with the chrome trim strip above also adopt a three-stage design, which is also the most exquisite design of the entire front.
Coming to the side of the body, the slender waistline outlines the length of the body up to 5127mm, and the wheelbase is up to 2.9 meters, so don't be confused by the exquisite front shape, this body is a proper medium and large SUV, the new car also provides 6-seat, 7-seat different versions to choose from. The suspended submerged roof and chrome trim side skirt also support the luxurious atmosphere that should be there.
The new taillight set has never appeared on any Infiniti model, and the slender light strip is highly recognizable by the blackening treatment. The English Infiniti logo below enhances the texture, while the chrome trim also uses a diffuser duct shape to further enhance the layering of the tail, which can be said to be the biggest feature in the appearance of the new generation infiniti QX60.
When you open the doors, the elegant atmosphere of the breeze is refreshing. The steering wheel, instrument panel, first to second row seats and many other places use semi-aniline luxury leather materials, bringing a softer and more comfortable tactile experience, and also made a stitching treatment, which is particularly delicate, in addition to the dark solid wood cover to achieve the finishing touch.
The 12.3-inch full LCD instrument display effect is clear, you can also switch between different styles of interface, you can see the 10.8-inch head-up display system HUD, but when we project navigation, it will still be displayed on the central control screen. The 12.3-inch central control screen is built-in Infiniti InTouch 2.0 intelligent interconnection system, which can realize voice recognition functions to control sunroofs, windows, seats, air conditioners, etc. It also has functions such as online navigation, online music, online broadcasting, car KTV, driving recorder equipped with road book function, GUI theme mall and car audiobook, etc., with built-in Wi-Fi hotspots, which are quite rich in functions. However, on top of such a large dashboard, this screen does look a little small. Below is the touch feedback panel of the LCD, and the design of the physical buttons is weakened in the car, but the physical buttons of the common functions are retained.
The entry-level model offers a BOSE Performance Series 17-speaker surround sound system, which is well configured regardless of the sound effect. After the actual experience on the highway, it can only be said that this time the Infiniti QX60 played comfortably and transparently, with double-layer laminated glass and active noise reduction function, driving almost without any noise. The zero-gravity comfortable seat sits up more than the Nissan sofa. After the test drive, I think this QX60 is more suitable for sitting and enjoying.
The second and third rows of the Infiniti QX60 six-seater version feature theatre-style seating. Simply understood as the height of the second row is raised, the angle of view of the passenger is improved, and the road conditions in front can be observed from above the front headrest, and the rear passengers of the same model in the past will inevitably feel a little depressed due to the visual impact, and this design can effectively improve the riding experience.
Walk over amazing karst landscapes and feel the 2.0-litre VC-Turbo variable compression ratio turbocharged engine placed on top of the Infiniti QX60, with a book size of 252 hp and 376 N·m of torque. Although it is a familiar face, it still brings surprises. For a medium-sized SUV of more than two tons, I believe that consumers who consider it will worry about fuel consumption, the nearly 200 kilometers of mileage this day includes high-speed, mountain national roads, non-paved roads, and the Infiniti QX60 I drive consumes around 10 liters, which is really admirable.
Variable compression ratio technology, which can be switched freely between 8:1 and 14:1 compression ratio, combines fuel economy and power output, and can always observe the engine's tendency data for economy and power through the dynamic picture displayed on the dashboard when driving. The feeling of watching the oil you added being reasonably disposed of and saved is very much in line with the current concept of energy conservation and emission reduction.
Infiniti QX60 series match 9-stop automatic transmission, divided into front-drive and four-wheel drive versions, we drive a four-wheel drive model using a central multi-plate clutch timely four-wheel drive system. This 2.0T engine pays more attention to the power of low and medium speeds, so overtaking on mountain trails is still easy as you are willing to step on the accelerator pedal. However, the gearbox's reaction gives in to comfort, with some hesitation, but fortunately it is smart enough to quickly downshift after confirming your intentions. When we use sport mode, the throttle becomes more sensitive, and the gearbox hesitation becomes immediate decisiveness.
The tuning style of the chassis and suspension is not surprising, and the Infiniti QX60 can be said to filter almost all the vibrations on the road surface, even if you are looking for the so-called motion support, you will be pulled back to reality by the soothing rebound of the shock absorption. As if to tell the driver, I can indeed drive a little fierce, but please take care of the feelings of your rear passengers and let them enjoy the pleasure of the journey.
After the end of the trip to Guangxi, Infiniti QX60's colorful 2021 has also officially come to an end, and in the blink of an eye, it will be listed and delivered in 2022. We are speechless about the strength of this flagship Infiniti SUV, which technically applies Nissan's top technology level, and the success of the North American market has also brought good word-of-mouth endorsement. Good dishes are not afraid of late, and there is no need to shout when they are famous. However, Infiniti QX60 is inevitably a little late this time, and the same level of products has completed the replacement earlier to seize the opportunity, presumably this is why it has not been able to officially release the price. The pre-sale range of 450,000 yuan to the top of 660,000 yuan will indeed allow consumers to have more room to consider, but the current official price has not been announced, I believe that more sincere pricing with effective publicity, the new generation of Infiniti QX60 will pass this unique luxury of the modern Orient to more pioneers of the times.