The 2014 Infiniti Q50 Premium AWD four-door sedan was rolled out last fall but everything about this year-old redesign is spot-on for curbside appeal and performance.
The feline-shaped sleek body looks good parked and even better in motion as the famous curvy fender rolls have been sharpened, creating a much more refined-looking car. Wraparound LED headlamps blend into the fenders without the bug-like appearance Nissans have and the lines pull your eye to a tightly packaged flared rear. Having tested a wide range of Infiniti sedans over the past couple of seasons, this one is the best offering to date.
Powered by a 3.7-liter V6, the quick and agile machine makes 328 horsepower with a 7-speed transmission. It's glued to the ground by all-wheel drive yet still manages almost 24 miles per gallon combined. This is the same base engine the Nissan Z370 sports car uses. In Sport, the transmission and suspension are re-geared for quicker pickup and more torque but the Direct Adaptive Steering technology was the biggest surprise. Basically, you can customize the steering response to your driving style or to the road conditions using a combination of settings from heavy to light feel and by changing the steering wheel turn ratios and angle of the wheels. In other words, you can set it for a racing-style response or something more leisurely.
Myriad options boost the base $41,800 to a healthy $52,405, include premium leather surfaces, and a tech package that sports a huge array of safety features such as lane departure prevention, forward and rear radar, and predictive forward collision warning, which I really liked in stop-and-go traffic. This common feature in many premium cars automatically brakes the car if it senses you are too close to the car in front of you and slows or stops the car without hitting the brakes.
The Navigation Package kicks in a touch screen with 3-D guidance, voice recognition and a Bose stereo and one-step Bluetooth connection. I think Infiniti and Nissan have one of the more intuitive and easiest to use infotainment systems in the industry. The Touring Package rounds out the features that make the car an elegant offering in the upscale field. Maple wood trim, birds-eye parking aids, adaptive headlights and a well-appointed, refined cabin make cruising around a peaceful and comfortable ride.
The cabin feels more spacious than earlier models, with convenient access to the controls. Soft-touch surfaces and contrasting aluminum enhance the look of the interior. A good-sized trunk and decent rear seat legroom make traveling a breeze. The one thing Infiniti has not quite nailed is quieting down the road noise in the cabin.
With an entry point of about $38,000 you can build your Q50 and get a fine car with some sports sedan features without going broke. Some of the competing cars that will be vying for your attention are the Volvo S60, BMW 3 series, Acura, Lexus and Hyundai Genesis.
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