Luxury brand medium-sized SUVs carry the idea of one-step in place, and the appearance and sense of technology are the main directions we refer to. Coveting the connotation of soft and rigid, the blessing of ingenuity and technology makes the QX50 have a different aura.
The QX50 has a natural aesthetic design in its exterior, presenting a unique and stunning appearance. Interstellar LED headlights and wave pattern mesh make the front face appear soft and rigid.
The interstellar matrix LED headlights are equipped with four-wheel drive deluxe edition and flagship version, and the addition of follow-up steering and adaptive far and near light functions makes the vision of night driving more clear.
With a body size of 4705x1903x1678mm and a wheelbase of 2798mm, the QX50 positions itself as a standard mid-size SUV. Keyless entry and keyless start in the front row are standard throughout the series, and the full of strength of the ridge-type deep-stamped waistline and the crescent moon D-pillar have also become the finishing touches on the side of the car.
The 20-inch gun gray rim and stout black wheels are used to create a sporty atmosphere, the side camera with 360-degree panoramic image designed under the exterior mirror can help you see the obstacles in the blind area of the vehicle, and the presence of spotlights can also add a sense of ceremony when you get on and off at night.
The slender STRIP OF LED rear taillights echoes the interstellar headlights, connected in the middle with a raised chrome decorative strip, highlighting the aristocratic atmosphere. Smooth but powerful lines such as willow-leaf rear fog lamps, combined with two chrome exhausts on both sides, contain the elegance of stillness and movement.
The interior of the QX50 was awarded the honorary title of "Ward's Top Ten Interiors" in 2018. The seemingly symmetrical center console splits the two large central control screens through an S-shaped curve.
The 8-inch screen above the dual LED/VGA color LCD screens is used to display audio and video, CarPlay/CarLife mobile phone projection, clock and 360-degree panoramic image functions.
The 7-inch touch screen under the dual LED/VGA color LCD screen is equipped with the INFINITI InTouch intelligent interconnection system, including driving mode, driver assistance functions, vehicle settings, and automatic air conditioning.
On both sides of the screen is designed a list of physical entity air conditioning operation buttons, there is a row of audio and video operation buttons and knobs below, it can be said that QX50 in the interior to create a sense of technology at the same time, but also increase the convenience and reliability of operation.
Speaking of convenience, the physical knob of the INFINITI InTouch Smart Interconnect system is designed to the right of the gear lever. Like 360-degree panoramic images, night/day mode switching, driving mode selection, start-stop system switches, are designed as physical physical buttons or levers, ergonomics deserve praise.
The QX50's instrument panel uses a traditional double ring structure, and the middle of the driving computer display reaches 7 inches, which can also present information such as driver assistance and turbine pressure of variable compression ratio pressure engines in addition to driving information.
The thickness of the QX50 is not only in the material, but also in the configuration of the intention is also visible to the naked eye. In terms of appearance, all standard functions include: full LED automatic headlights, daytime running lights, keyless entry, open panoramic sunroof, electric tailgate.
The interior features are standard throughout the series: cruise control, automatic parking, ESP body stability control, leather multi-function steering wheel, main co-driver electric leather seat, 7+8 inch dual central control screen, and automatic air conditioning with PM2.5 filter.
The QX50 4WD Ultimate also features a ProPILOT L2 driver assistance system, including ACC adaptive cruise, lane departure warning, and lane keep assist. The integrated and upgraded ADAS control unit enables intelligent follow-up in the full-speed segment. Infiniti's proud DAS2.0 steering-by-wire system makes everyday urban highways or high-speed driving easier and safer.
As a mid-size SUV, the 4705mm long and 2798mm wheelbase can fully cope with the daily appearance of the family. The front leather seats are wide and soft, and the longer seat cushions are good for thigh support.
The QX50 also gives the rear passengers a fairly spacious leg, plus a 0.82 square meter panoramic sunroof to bring full light to the interior. Not only that, but the QX50's full range of rear seat cushions support front and rear adjustment, which better balances the rear seating space with the load capacity of the trunk.
By being able to recline the rear seats 4/6, the trunk volume can be expanded from 565L to 1139L. In addition, the rear seats are reclined, and the back and cover can form a flat storage space, and the loading capacity and expandability have been further improved.
The VC-Turbo variable compression ratio turbo engine is also the black technology used on the QX50, this 2.0T engine innovative uses a multi-link connection mechanism, which allows the compression ratio to be switched freely between 8:1-14:1, better balancing power and fuel economy.
The maximum power of the QX50 varies depending on the front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive models. The four-wheel drive version of the 2.0T engine has a maximum power of 192 kW and a peak torque of 380 N·m. The front-drive version of the 2.0T engine has a maximum power of 180 kW, and the other parameters have not changed. The drivetrain is a CVT transmission that can simulate 8 gears.
The existence of a variable compression ratio engine makes the difference in body sensation more and more obvious when switching between different driving modes. In standard mode, the smooth power output is as smooth as your breathing, which is not urgent or slow, very smooth. The throttle pedal with moderate rebound strength makes it easy to control the heat.
When switching to Sport mode, the compression ratio displayed on the dashboard begins to decrease and the power response begins to become faster. Sport mode turbo lag is almost invisible, the deep throttle pedal engine with a speed of more than 4000 rpm to help you quickly complete the overtaking action, and the speed of 100km/h after acceleration, the power response is not significantly attenuated.
In the economy mode, when the upshift of the CVT transmission in the simulation of 8 gears is advanced to 1700 rpm, the power response of the throttle will be half a beat slower, and the engine speed will remain around 1300 rpm when driving on urban roads of 60-80 km/h. If it is summer, the A/C cooling effect will also be affected, in order to bring you as much economical fuel consumption as possible.
As a Japanese luxury midsize SUV, the QX50's front McPherson/rear multi-link suspension performance is very much like a European car. When passing through the speed bump, it gives you a movement-like firmness and firmness, and the filtration of fine bumps can be just right. However, due to the long suspension stroke, there is a certain roll phenomenon when cornering at high speed.
Configuration recommendations stay at the end, the QX50 has a total of 8 configurations, 3 front drives, 5 four-wheel drive. However, considering the passability when encountering extreme road conditions, the version equipped with the four-wheel drive system is still more reliable.
Recommendation 1:
2022 2.0T 4WD Elite Edition
Guidance price: 368,800 yuan
Recommended reason: Four-wheel drive elite version is the QX50's five four-wheel drive models in the entry-level configuration, from the engine, transmission, four-wheel drive system of these three major pieces, this car is undoubtedly the most cost-effective. Compared with the 359,800 yuan two-wheel drive pilot version (the highest two-wheel drive version), it is 9,000 yuan more expensive, with more front seat heating and four-wheel drive system. However, the front and rear radar +360 degree panoramic images on the two-wheel drive top configuration have shrunk into front and rear radar + reversing images, and the electric folding and electric heating of the exterior mirrors have also been cancelled.
The next configuration is the 2.0T four-wheel drive pilot version, which is 23,000 yuan more than the four-wheel drive elite version. The configuration adds 360-degree panoramic imagery, reversing side warning, active braking, parallel assist, and ACC adaptive cruise function. Significant upgrades have been made to active and safe driver assistance. And the addition of external mirror electric heating and electric folding. But I don't recommend this car, after all, the comfort configuration has not changed compared to the 4WD Elite Edition.
Recommendation 2:
2022 2.0T 4WD Smart Edition
Guidance price: 401,800 yuan
Recommended reason: This car is a one-step product, it is 10,000 yuan more expensive than the four-wheel drive pilot version. But then the addition of these configurations will make you feel the value of the 10,000 yuan spent. Like the exterior mirror automatically flips down when reversing, the rearview mirror/steering wheel/main seat memory, the steering wheel heating, the inductive electric tailgate, the Bose Performance Series 17-speaker surround sound system, and the three-zone automatic air conditioner (rear independent) are all upgraded by this 10,000 yuan.
For those consumers who consider the four-wheel drive pilot version, it is more cost-effective to add an additional 10,000 yuan budget in exchange for a comfort upgrade. In particular, the steering wheel heating function is particularly practical in the cold north, and the taste of driving with the steering wheel with an ice hand is really uncomfortable. Upgrading from a normal 6-channel to a 17-speaker speaker can also improve the sound in the car by a notch.
As for the remaining two high-ends, they are upgraded in front seat ventilation, lane departure warning, on-board air purifiers and navigation. There are more than 36,000-68,000 differences, if you pay more attention to the owners of these functions, you can also consider it.
Are you impressed by this QX50 whose appearance is in line with the oriental aesthetic, the interior materials are thick, the space is large, and the power and fuel economy are taken into account? At present, the official discount of Infiniti QX50 is not small, and interested consumers can personally go to the 4S store to test drive and inquire.