Thank you so much for bringing back the camera angle that allows us to see you in the driver seat from the outside. You are the only one who consistently shows it and it really helps!
Drove this vehicle yesterday.Very powerful.I was going 80 in a blink.Relatively quiet .Did not floor it much because the power came on smooth.Steering is not as good as an Acura MDX but ok.Rides firm,though the car I drove had 20 inch rims.Seat could use a little more padding.Overall though,the vehicle had character which is hard to find.I kinda liked it.Crash scores not in yet.Will test drive again.Looks great,feels solid
I can't wait for the battle royale between the Qx50 and the new Acura RDX. I have a feeling these are going to be a huge sales success for both Infiniti and Acura. And for those bemoaning the CVT FWD based 4 cylinder move, I get it. I drove the older Qx50 and it was a tall performance hatch based on the Q50. BUT this car is not for us, it is for the suburban families and this meets their needs perfectly.
Alejandro Pinzon what about the hood? Does it bother you because you can see the hood . The xc60 you sit inside and see the hood too. Feels like I’m in a bus. I don’t like seeing the hood when I drive. I wonder if I will get used to it because there’s great deals on the qx50 this month.
Disappointing that the ProPilot system is available only on the top trim series. Many [lesser priced] brands are making their safety features available or standard on all trim levels.
Hard to find honest reviews. Thanks for that. I saw reviews on other models you listed in this segment and the things u said to choose infiniti for in this video, are in the others. Again, thanks for being consistently honest. Sometimes brutal and i don't always like what you say, but we're here for your input, not to give you ours. Keep makin great vids, and I'll keep watching.
Excellent in-depth review, Alex. As always. Informative, unbiased, and comparative. As far as all encompassing car reviews are concerned, you are still the king. Excitement and personality is a little lacking, but content makes up for it. Keep up the good work!
Just want to say, your review is like a treat :)... I watch every single one of them even if I am not interested in the care that featured in the video just because your review is informative and interesting to watch. Very detail and please keep up the good review. Thanks.
I think with the break the 2 screens don’t look as bad like in the Q50. This looks really good and I am happy they added ventilation seats unlike the Q50. I am impressed with their efforts.
Gorgeous exterior and interior. I just got the majestic white 2020 QX50 Sensory FWD with Apple Car play and Android Auto and the interior finish is top notch. The CVT will take some getting use to specially coming from my previous car (2017 Q60 Red Sport), acceleration is slower in QX50 but has a smooth and quieter ride which I preferred to Q60 Red Sport stiffer ride. I'm not doing spirited driving, racing or taking this car to the track or bombing in the canyon road. I got this car because of the good deal I got from Infiniti with huge discount and incentives. The safety features of this car is really good and it drive itself and the looks. Infotainment looks dated, and not stopping my decision to get this car.
Hmm I think many people were hoping to see the 30 MPG combined rating but thats still a notable improvement, Sad to see the inclusion of a CVT and them stepping away from RWD layout. At the very least I would have much preferred Infiniti offer a new traditional automatic or dual clutch.
It's as if they took a muscle car, gutted it, and turned it into another 4 cyl. turbo FWD hatchback/crossover. Well If Nissan wasn't going to make the ride comfortable, they should have offered the tasty VQ V6 engine, which has been sized from 2.0L to 4.0L. It's a fantastic engine folks.
Infiniti went backwards by putting FWD and CVT in the 2019 QX50. I don't mind the engine though, but this should have been RWD biased with a regular automatic transmission. Most automakers put more gears in the transmission but made transmissions much smoother and more fuel efficent.
Appreciate the thorough review Alex! One of my favorite vehicles was the 2006 Infiniti FX35 that I leased for 3-yrs. They completely lost me with transversely mounted engines with CVTs. To me they're becoming Nissans with luxo interiors. My current lease is up in March, and it looks like I'll be going with a Q5 or an F-PACE.
I hope it does well for INFINITI but I'm sticking with my 2017 QX50 that is rear wheel bias (more performance oriented than practical). I look forward to the updated full review. As always, great review Alex.
Yea Infiniti is going the way of the demand these days. Can't blame them they have to sell cars, but I will stick to my 2008 Infiniti M45 Sport! V8 power,rear wheel drive and sporty suspension! Old school sport sedan! 👍
A variable compression engine woul be the best choice to apply flex fuel technology. A VC could use gas from any part of the world or a blend of gas and alcohol without serious technical adaptation. Seems to be a bold move from Nissan/Renault. Great review!
This could have been a contender for my SUV money but I went with the CX-9. Way better value, better transmission and better driving experience. Everyone beat up Mazda for putting a turbo 4 in the CX-9 and look at many going the same way with a 4 banger. They make them better now. No it will not sound as pure as a V6 but the 310 lbs of torque that the CX-9 puts out at low rpms is no joke. It works..
You can stay in business by being competitive or you can stay in 2005 and go out of business. This is the trend now and no one really cares about FWD or RWD anymore. It’s all about space and gas mileage. Both of which RWD does not excel at. People like you are a niche market. The profit at niche market is way lower than mass market. It doesn’t make sense to make a rwd compact SUV anymore. If you want rwd go buy a sedan or coupe. Because most SUV buyers never consider that. And people who want sporty vehicles don’t really want compact SUV. That was not a wrong move by Infiniti. In fact it was a fairly reasonable one. In X3 and GLC’s case both of those companies simply wanted to keep cost lower by using existing platforms to make their SUV’s. Unlike Infiniti they are strong global companies. Therefore, they do not mainly focus on the North America market. After all there are way more people around the world buying their cars so there’s no reason catering to us. But Infiniti’s strongest market is North America so they have to cater to North American consumer needs.
This was a great comprehensive review of it. I want to tell Infiniti that coming from a QX70, I'm extremely disappointed. My sales person assured me this was better, after 4 Infinitis, I feel sad. I got thos 2019 QX50 and I feel Infiniti went cheaper on EVERYTHING. Dont get me wrong, I like a lot of features, like the spacier middle caddy, its does feel fast, but thats after a huge delay where it felt like a cow, til it went to a cow with a rocket that fired up late. It feels puny, sounds like a Sentra, and No Android compatibility? Jesus were in 2020 almost wth? The cosmetic lines of the car are pleasing, I dont have the perforated seats, so the ones I have feel like old grandma plastic covering the fine dining room chairs. My butt and back sweat a lot. They ate comfortable tho, I just sweat. It was a $5000 for better seats. I like this car, but it's no match to the qx70. I get it tho, infinity went cheaper to appeal to an larger crowd and make more mmoney. That makes me sad, and I'm wanting to find a new Make now, after 12 years of being a die hard infiniti person. Sigh 😕
Excellent reviews with all required details. I really like watching them from here in Toronto.I was wondering if it will be possible for you include some comments on rear visibilty especially in case of SUVs
Modifying squish characteristics greatly increased detonation potential. So during heavy load, this engine will either need more fuel enrichment, or a lower compression ratio when compared to another 2.0 liter turbo. I don't expect real world mileage to really be worth the complexity. There is a reason why most aim to shift dynamic compression ratio with cam timing vs. mechanical changes.
In theory if you can mechanically vary the compression ratio you get lower pumping losses at low speeds vs simply delaying intake valve closure. Although, it is worth noting that this engine employs both high compression and stratefied injection *and* delayed valve closure to increase efficiency. The delayed valve closure is to make the effective expansion cycle longer than the effective compression cycle however, not to reduce compression as it is used in some engines
Alex on Autos Delayed valve closure is not typically used to change dynamic compression ratio. That is done with lift and/or overlap typically. Valve closures, as you mention, are used to employ pseudo Atkinson cycles. Modifying mechanical compression ratio certainly has benefits over purely cam-based solutions, but also has significant disadvantages. There is a reason why Saab tried to tilt the head, maintaining a squish pad. This is a lot of complexity and friction to add in order to compromise combustion chamber shape at high load.
The let downs for me are the CVT, and the double screens system. I can get use to a CVT no problem with that, but maintenance and replacement are expensive compared to a normal automatic transmission. The infotainment system on some Nissan cars, looks much better in my opinion.
This was on my list of vehicles I am considering to replace my 2016 Forester XT next year, but the fact that it is only available with a CVT just knocked it off the list. Until someone builds a CVT which can handle more than 300 lb. ft. of torque and can be rebuilt, I will never buy another vehicle with a CVT. I would also never buy a vehicle with a CVT with fake gear changes as the only option. That defeats the main benefit to having a CVT, the ability of a CVT to hold peak power. Subaru is doing the same thing as Lexus. I understand programming the CVT with fake gear changes to fool people as the default, but why won't Subaru and Lexus give us the ability to switch to a pure CVT mode?
I really like the refreshed design. It looks fresh and quite European. But there are a few dealbreakers: - sluggish CVT (especially off the line and in the city) - mismatched wooden trim (different color on the doors) - no adjustable lumbar support. For 50k, really? - infotainment system. Two screens mean double distraction, no Android Auto/Apple CarPlay support.
Dang... Are they going to make all their SUV/Crossovers CVT transmissions? Whats the point of this VC turbo performance stuff if its just another souless CVT wagon like a regular nissan product?
Racer Lex what’s your point then? That CUVs should be the most dynamic driving machines on the road? Or do you feel they should just be geared towards “enthusiasts” and no one else? You asked the question, and it seems it is you who is missing the point of what automakers are trying to achieve.
@@brucegates6268 I like it alot. I've got the default set to "Sport" in the menu, so it feels like any other transmission. I've tried it all ways, and that seems to be the best. Be careful - it's unexpectedly fast when you push down the pedal. I have pulled out to go around a truck at half-throttle and looked down to see I'm going 110. It does it all fast and quietly. Very comfortable. Will carry almost anything but heavy construction materials. 'Love it! Good luck with yours.
The prior gen was released when info it I had exciting cars and was the reliable BMW alternative. This new one appears to be going mainly after fuel economy. I really miss the old Infiniti.
Will VC engine adjust itself to different gas octane (from regular to premium) too? Since 10% gas saving will be diminished when price differences between regular and premium is currently about 20%.
Alex, as always great review. Not sure about mixture of components in this QX50. I do have a question: I have always been amazed at how you continue a running dialog as you are driving. Do you use a script? Is it memorized or displayed some where out of camera view? Keep the reviews coming.
hi Alex im like your video & subscribed to your channel....Pls talk more about active security of each car. things like automatic braking (back & forward) & much more
Alex there are many purchasers who arw inner city dwellers. We experience pot holes horrible terrain and tons of stop and go conditions. I like your reviews but the driving dynamics including suspension and engine response will differ for our everyday driving experience. So you should soemtimes do reviews going through inner city like Brooklyn Queens etc... Just a suggestion because your reviews reflect what people in the country or suburbs will likely experience, not us
and I'd put 18" wheel on it for softer ride, for more comfort, and would it handle just fine if don't care for too sporty ride ? I am a driver and love to drive, but put customers in the car, so nice to have a nice ride..
Getting a new SUV and was fortunate to find a new 2017 QX50. Made in Japan not Mexico and a solid ripping 3.7. Those days are gone. Globalism marches on. You can thank Californias increasingly stringent cafe standards.
May as well just get the Murano. I know they have used CVT's for 15 or more years but I'm not convinced of their durability. I wish Buick could match this interior or even a Kia's interior. How much better would the TourX be with an interior like this?
But slightly larger, proven world class engine, plenty of tech, quiet interior, good mpg for it's size, Apple car play & andriod auto and fully decked out it comes in $15K less than a fully equipped 2019 QX50. That's what I'm thinking about getting.
SS S This vehicle gets as expensive as $60k. That's too much money for a CVT. At that point, I'd just get a Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit. I've been in one and the interior is great. Just wish it had more features like massaging seats and stuff but other than that, it's great.
Great point. What gets even stranger is that 50 seconds into it when we're looking at the front view, the gap of the two sides don't match...the left is clearly larger...is this only me??
Even Honda/Acura realized that two display setup was a crap and now the upcoming 2019 has more traditional setup, no to mention the several Honda products like Accord or Odyssey also feature more traditional setups and Apple CarPlay/AndroidAuto.
What Infiniti doesn't want you to know is they're building the new Qx50 in Mexico. The old model 2017 and earlier were made in Japan. I'd go for an older Qx50 for sure.
RWD makes no sence in this class. Why you need RWD?? It´s a luxury family car and not a sportscar. Also CVT makes sence, best choice for cruising and fuel efficientcy and thats the main reason this car is at it is, fuel efficientcy. It´s crazy that other brands need hybrid systems to get such mpg´s.
sic22l Yeah, that and CVTs should NEVER be in luxury cars, expect for hybrids. Not to mention, you also find a CVT in a Dodge Caliber, which is a horrible car. Who would want to have that in a luxury vehicle?
I mean, when families pay for luxury family vehicles. They do it so they can feel like they're driving something completely(or almost completely) different from a Nissan Rogue or something.
Alarmmy okay, first of all, I didn't say anything about people driving this for races. Second, I said that people drive luxury vehicles like this to get away from the same damn crap you find in a Nissan Rogue or something like that.
The old QX50 is better. I’d much rather see a 400 hp 3.0 twin turbo V6 to replace the 3.7l NA V6 than a 2.0 turbo 4 with too much crap to go wrong. Also prefer a robust 10 speed planetary automatic transmission over a sluggish CVT.
Nice! I was interested in the new / upcoming RDX, but I like this body style better... kinda like the Q5, but a little more stylish and colorful. I'll be curious to see what that exotic new engine tech does for reliability and service costs... Still, it's on my short list!
The interior in the new RDX is by far superior to this Qx50.....it also has Apple carplay. The new is by far going to be the big hit in this segment, and doesn't have that horrible CVT !
The variable compression ratio engine is a big design improvement. Nevertheless, I can't justify its increased complexity therefore reliability with these premises, in the context they are going to use it: a big fat SUV. The 15% fuel economy saved, also thanks to the CVT, is completely lost due to the weight and shitty aerodynamics of the type of vehicle. Moreover, as you diligently reported, the other 250+hp 4 cylinders turbos are not way off these values of efficiency in real world testing. Yes a 10% improvement is a big thing if a technology comes to all the lot, but it is nothing in fuel savings in comparison to the expensiveness of these new models to begin with. Finally, in the class of vehicles that should resemble luxury and are priced $35-45k, I can forgive some bad interiors materials choices. Overall nice car, but without a particular sense if not to compliment about the brave engineering. Nice review (and one of the firsts too) as usual.
We'll see how the variable compression does when it trickles down to something like an Altima or Maxima. Maybe we'll see some decent numbers there. SUV fuel economy is indeed abysmal, like you said. It's pretty sad that 31mpg combined is class leading and the only way to get better mileage is get a hybrid.
@Eugenio A. Don't forget that CVT also compromises the performance, QX50 is slower to 60 and more anemic in city driving than its competitors. @B Com You can't trick physics, SUVs are tall (aerodynamics) and heavy, they need more fuel. Diesels make quite a big difference but they basically don't exist in the US.
They hit a home run on the sheet metal, its beautiful, but you'll have to pry my 3.7 VQ and real auto out of my cold, dead hands. What once was a drivers dream in the form of a Japanese made, slightly lifted shooting brake, has become a very pretty, front drive, Chinee built, CVT nightmare, soccer mom hauling, 4 bangin appliance. They'll prolly sell more this way though, mazeltov.
ant sala I said the same thing the qx30 is around 14 ..this gotta be 16 or 15..on a half tank the qx30 i was using the range was 200 on a half tank full ...im getting 225 on a full tank with my red sport so 🤷🏾♂️
Very nice review. But you didn't say if the Infiniti QX50 has android auto or Apple car play. Those features should be coming as standard in all 2018 cars
Alex, what's the actual decibel rating # ? I'm comparing to the acura rdx, which you rated a 70, and that's on noisy side isn't it ? .. seems like an awesome vehicle... i don't think it's competition has even close fuel economy to this, not in real world driving.. 25-26mpg average !! for a car that does 0-60 in 6.5 seconds ?!! that's great.. I'm guessing you have to use premium fuel.
Nissan/Peugeot/Infiniti had to create an overcomplicated engine with unknown long term reliability just to compensate for CVT shortcomings and keep up with competition. The new RDX with the same power output is a full second faster to 60 and if you are spending 50k on a car you don't care about 2 mpg. As far as the steering wheel not moving when the wheels turn, this is the Boeing vs Airbus debate. There have been Airbus crashes due to control sticks not moving resulting in pilot disorientation. When autopilot moves controls in a Boeing, the yokes and the throttles move in the cockpit.
I really think the idea of Infiniti putting a CVT in this vehicle is a really bad idea because if I'm paying more money, I would like to not have the same transmission that I get in the Dodge Caliber(ew). Is that too much to ask? I JUST WANT MY LUXURY VEHICLE TO NOT HAVE THE SAME TRANSMISSION FOUND IN THE DODGE CALIBER.
Thank you so much for bringing back the camera angle that allows us to see you in the driver seat from the outside. You are the only one who consistently shows it and it really helps!
Drove this vehicle yesterday.Very powerful.I was going 80 in a blink.Relatively quiet .Did not floor it much because the power came on smooth.Steering is not as good as an Acura MDX but ok.Rides firm,though the car I drove had 20 inch rims.Seat could use a little more padding.Overall though,the vehicle had character which is hard to find.I kinda liked it.Crash scores not in yet.Will test drive again.Looks great,feels solid
I can't wait for the battle royale between the Qx50 and the new Acura RDX. I have a feeling these are going to be a huge sales success for both Infiniti and Acura.
And for those bemoaning the CVT FWD based 4 cylinder move, I get it. I drove the older Qx50 and it was a tall performance hatch based on the Q50. BUT this car is not for us, it is for the suburban families and this meets their needs perfectly.
Just drove one yesterday. Best value for your money by far. DO NOT be deceive by the CVT system, is amazing. Great review!
Alejandro Pinzon what about the hood? Does it bother you because you can see the hood . The xc60 you sit inside and see the hood too. Feels like I’m in a bus. I don’t like seeing the hood when I drive. I wonder if I will get used to it because there’s great deals on the qx50 this month.
I've been so eager to see this perform. Thanks for this Alex! Always giving us the scoop.
Snooooooooooop
Disappointing that the ProPilot system is available only on the top trim series. Many [lesser priced] brands are making their safety features available or standard on all trim levels.
Hard to find honest reviews. Thanks for that. I saw reviews on other models you listed in this segment and the things u said to choose infiniti for in this video, are in the others. Again, thanks for being consistently honest. Sometimes brutal and i don't always like what you say, but we're here for your input, not to give you ours. Keep makin great vids, and I'll keep watching.
Excellent in-depth review, Alex. As always. Informative, unbiased, and comparative. As far as all encompassing car reviews are concerned, you are still the king. Excitement and personality is a little lacking, but content makes up for it. Keep up the good work!
Really nice Infinity and obviously ‘inspired’ by Mazda CX5. What a nice to-the-point review as usual Alex.
Just want to say, your review is like a treat :)... I watch every single one of them even if I am not interested in the care that featured in the video just because your review is informative and interesting to watch. Very detail and please keep up the good review. Thanks.
Excellent review as always Alex! Really considering this one for the wife in a couple years.
I think with the break the 2 screens don’t look as bad like in the Q50. This looks really good and I am happy they added ventilation seats unlike the Q50. I am impressed with their efforts.
Craig D forget how they look. They don’t perform well enough and are engineered poorly.
The best infiniti in the current lineup thus far, plus nice review Alex.
Gorgeous exterior and interior. I just got the majestic white 2020 QX50 Sensory FWD with Apple Car play and Android Auto and the interior finish is top notch. The CVT will take some getting use to specially coming from my previous car (2017 Q60 Red Sport), acceleration is slower in QX50 but has a smooth and quieter ride which I preferred to Q60 Red Sport stiffer ride. I'm not doing spirited driving, racing or taking this car to the track or bombing in the canyon road. I got this car because of the good deal I got from Infiniti with huge discount and incentives. The safety features of this car is really good and it drive itself and the looks. Infotainment looks dated, and not stopping my decision to get this car.
The 2019 Acura RDX absolutely blows this away in just about every area. And Acura has never done much for me.
Hmm I think many people were hoping to see the 30 MPG combined rating but thats still a notable improvement,
Sad to see the inclusion of a CVT and them stepping away from RWD layout.
At the very least I would have much preferred Infiniti offer a new traditional automatic or dual clutch.
They should have put the Red Sport 400 motor in the top of the line trim
ms3er hopefully they will soon.
Ev :
Hold my joint
It's as if they took a muscle car, gutted it, and turned it into another 4 cyl. turbo FWD hatchback/crossover. Well If Nissan wasn't going to make the ride comfortable, they should have offered the tasty VQ V6 engine, which has been sized from 2.0L to 4.0L. It's a fantastic engine folks.
Infiniti went backwards by putting FWD and CVT in the 2019 QX50. I don't mind the engine though, but this should have been RWD biased with a regular automatic transmission. Most automakers put more gears in the transmission but made transmissions much smoother and more fuel efficent.
Tim Joseph Same with BMW, at least BMW doesn’t use a CVT
Not to mention, it's made in Mexico instead of Japan...
but doesn't it push tons of torque to the rear during acceleration ? which makes it a rear wheel drive.
And the price went up smh
Thats why I switched to Audi. Hell, I would buy a kia over infiniti now. If I want a fwd cvt I'd buy a prius which is what I drive to work everyday.
Appreciate the thorough review Alex! One of my favorite vehicles was the 2006 Infiniti FX35 that I leased for 3-yrs. They completely lost me with transversely mounted engines with CVTs. To me they're becoming Nissans with luxo interiors. My current lease is up in March, and it looks like I'll be going with a Q5 or an F-PACE.
So beautiful designed interior and and elegant exterior ❤️🔥👌🏻
I hope it does well for INFINITI but I'm sticking with my 2017 QX50 that is rear wheel bias (more performance oriented than practical).
I look forward to the updated full review.
As always, great review Alex.
Max Shadow Me too! I have a 2016 and I love the old school Engineering.... and it’s bulletproof!
Yea Infiniti is going the way of the demand these days. Can't blame them they have to sell cars, but I will stick to my 2008 Infiniti M45 Sport! V8 power,rear wheel drive and sporty suspension! Old school sport sedan! 👍
A variable compression engine woul be the best choice to apply flex fuel technology. A VC could use gas from any part of the world or a blend of gas and alcohol without serious technical adaptation. Seems to be a bold move from Nissan/Renault.
Great review!
Cvt. Blech.
Great review
Drive one before commenting! Obviously, you have not.
This is an excellent option in the segment but for my money I'd go for a top end CX 5.
This could have been a contender for my SUV money but I went with the CX-9. Way better value, better transmission and better driving experience. Everyone beat up Mazda for putting a turbo 4 in the CX-9 and look at many going the same way with a 4 banger. They make them better now. No it will not sound as pure as a V6 but the 310 lbs of torque that the CX-9 puts out at low rpms is no joke. It works..
Justin Fontaine . No way it lacks power not as refined as infinity are you kidding?
Why didn't they just keep it RWD? Thats kinda the point of getting an Infiniti over BMW, or Mercedes. I think that was the wrong move
katanamast279 Normal non-car oriented people don’t really care
Fwd give much better traction in wet,snowy conditions compared to rwd
@katanamast279
Both BMW X3 and Mercedes GLC are RWD biased.
I agree. Infiniti needs new CEO
You can stay in business by being competitive or you can stay in 2005 and go out of business. This is the trend now and no one really cares about FWD or RWD anymore. It’s all about space and gas mileage. Both of which RWD does not excel at. People like you are a niche market. The profit at niche market is way lower than mass market. It doesn’t make sense to make a rwd compact SUV anymore.
If you want rwd go buy a sedan or coupe. Because most SUV buyers never consider that. And people who want sporty vehicles don’t really want compact SUV.
That was not a wrong move by Infiniti. In fact it was a fairly reasonable one.
In X3 and GLC’s case both of those companies simply wanted to keep cost lower by using existing platforms to make their SUV’s. Unlike Infiniti they are strong global companies. Therefore, they do not mainly focus on the North America market. After all there are way more people around the world buying their cars so there’s no reason catering to us. But Infiniti’s strongest market is North America so they have to cater to North American consumer needs.
This was a great comprehensive review of it. I want to tell Infiniti that coming from a QX70, I'm extremely disappointed. My sales person assured me this was better, after 4 Infinitis, I feel sad. I got thos 2019 QX50 and I feel Infiniti went cheaper on EVERYTHING. Dont get me wrong, I like a lot of features, like the spacier middle caddy, its does feel fast, but thats after a huge delay where it felt like a cow, til it went to a cow with a rocket that fired up late. It feels puny, sounds like a Sentra, and No Android compatibility? Jesus were in 2020 almost wth? The cosmetic lines of the car are pleasing, I dont have the perforated seats, so the ones I have feel like old grandma plastic covering the fine dining room chairs. My butt and back sweat a lot. They ate comfortable tho, I just sweat. It was a $5000 for better seats. I like this car, but it's no match to the qx70. I get it tho, infinity went cheaper to appeal to an larger crowd and make more mmoney. That makes me sad, and I'm wanting to find a new Make now, after 12 years of being a die hard infiniti person. Sigh 😕
Excellent reviews with all required details. I really like watching them from here in Toronto.I was wondering if it will be possible for you include some comments on rear visibilty especially in case of SUVs
Modifying squish characteristics greatly increased detonation potential. So during heavy load, this engine will either need more fuel enrichment, or a lower compression ratio when compared to another 2.0 liter turbo. I don't expect real world mileage to really be worth the complexity. There is a reason why most aim to shift dynamic compression ratio with cam timing vs. mechanical changes.
In theory if you can mechanically vary the compression ratio you get lower pumping losses at low speeds vs simply delaying intake valve closure. Although, it is worth noting that this engine employs both high compression and stratefied injection *and* delayed valve closure to increase efficiency. The delayed valve closure is to make the effective expansion cycle longer than the effective compression cycle however, not to reduce compression as it is used in some engines
Alex on Autos Delayed valve closure is not typically used to change dynamic compression ratio. That is done with lift and/or overlap typically. Valve closures, as you mention, are used to employ pseudo Atkinson cycles. Modifying mechanical compression ratio certainly has benefits over purely cam-based solutions, but also has significant disadvantages. There is a reason why Saab tried to tilt the head, maintaining a squish pad. This is a lot of complexity and friction to add in order to compromise combustion chamber shape at high load.
This is an excellent review and will help my wife and check out vehicle features when the car arrives at the dealership. Very thorough review Alex.
Should be interesting to how this compares to similar sized Buick Envision 2.0T. Ours sees 32 mpg highway or 30 mph loaded.
Nice vehicle, but I feel that the next mid-cycle change would be a redesign of the rear lights, the present style is very conservative.
Don't know why people hate CVTs so much I lived with a CVT for 10 years and I loved it because it was smooth, quiet and reliable
The let downs for me are the CVT, and the double screens system.
I can get use to a CVT no problem with that, but maintenance and replacement are expensive compared to a normal automatic transmission.
The infotainment system on some Nissan cars, looks much better in my opinion.
This was on my list of vehicles I am considering to replace my 2016 Forester XT next year, but the fact that it is only available with a CVT just knocked it off the list.
Until someone builds a CVT which can handle more than 300 lb. ft. of torque and can be rebuilt, I will never buy another vehicle with a CVT. I would also never buy a vehicle with a CVT with fake gear changes as the only option. That defeats the main benefit to having a CVT, the ability of a CVT to hold peak power.
Subaru is doing the same thing as Lexus. I understand programming the CVT with fake gear changes to fool people as the default, but why won't Subaru and Lexus give us the ability to switch to a pure CVT mode?
I really like the refreshed design. It looks fresh and quite European. But there are a few dealbreakers:
- sluggish CVT (especially off the line and in the city)
- mismatched wooden trim (different color on the doors)
- no adjustable lumbar support. For 50k, really?
- infotainment system. Two screens mean double distraction, no Android Auto/Apple CarPlay support.
sic22l if two screens were a distraction why is Audi getting into it do you drive looking at the screens are the road
Great car. Looks amazing. My next daily car.
Dang... Are they going to make all their SUV/Crossovers CVT transmissions? Whats the point of this VC turbo performance stuff if its just another souless CVT wagon like a regular nissan product?
I think the point is to sell a lot of CUVs and make the company a profit.
Alan Bowers Completely missed the point I was making but whatever kiddo.
Racer Lex what’s your point then? That CUVs should be the most dynamic driving machines on the road? Or do you feel they should just be geared towards “enthusiasts” and no one else?
You asked the question, and it seems it is you who is missing the point of what automakers are trying to achieve.
I hope not. BECAUZE IF IM BUYING A LUXURY VEHICLE, I DONT WANT THE SAME TYPE OF TRANSMISSION FOUND IN THE DODGE CALIBER.
Excellent review. My take on this almost exactly. Just bought one.
Picking up my 2019 Wednesday. How do you like yours?
@@brucegates6268 I like it alot. I've got the default set to "Sport" in the menu, so it feels like any other transmission. I've tried it all ways, and that seems to be the best. Be careful - it's unexpectedly fast when you push down the pedal. I have pulled out to go around a truck at half-throttle and looked down to see I'm going 110. It does it all fast and quietly. Very comfortable. Will carry almost anything but heavy construction materials. 'Love it! Good luck with yours.
The prior gen was released when info it I had exciting cars and was the reliable BMW alternative. This new one appears to be going mainly after fuel economy. I really miss the old Infiniti.
Blake Swan fuel economy isn’t even good
Will VC engine adjust itself to different gas octane (from regular to premium) too? Since 10% gas saving will be diminished when price differences between regular and premium is currently about 20%.
you are best one review car on youtube
Alex, as always great review. Not sure about mixture of components in this QX50. I do have a question: I have always been amazed at how you continue a running dialog as you are driving. Do you use a script? Is it memorized or displayed some where out of camera view? Keep the reviews coming.
hi Alex im like your video & subscribed to your channel....Pls talk more about active security of each car. things like automatic braking (back & forward) & much more
This car is a step up in luxury, design, and quality, it is a step down in technology
AKhillerTube0204 and power.
Glad to see true nissan come back
Alex there are many purchasers who arw inner city dwellers. We experience pot holes horrible terrain and tons of stop and go conditions. I like your reviews but the driving dynamics including suspension and engine response will differ for our everyday driving experience. So you should soemtimes do reviews going through inner city like Brooklyn Queens etc... Just a suggestion because your reviews reflect what people in the country or suburbs will likely experience, not us
Love how the bird @ 1:22 vanishes mid flight haha.
We have to choose between the qx50 and Volvo xc60 (it’s about $130 more per month) for same top trim, what’s your recommendation?
Thanks
You are very good at this. Overall great review!
and I'd put 18" wheel on it for softer ride, for more comfort, and would it handle just fine if don't care for too sporty ride ? I am a driver and love to drive, but put customers in the car, so nice to have a nice ride..
Base model has 19 inch rims
Getting a new SUV and was fortunate to find a new 2017 QX50. Made in Japan not Mexico and a solid ripping 3.7. Those days are gone. Globalism marches on. You can thank Californias increasingly stringent cafe standards.
Can you do a review for 2018 Honda accord 2.0T Sport?
May as well just get the Murano. I know they have used CVT's for 15 or more years but I'm not convinced of their durability. I wish Buick could match this interior or even a Kia's interior. How much better would the TourX be with an interior like this?
Murano also has a CVT though, and has less horsepower, less torque and worse fuel economy.
But slightly larger, proven world class engine, plenty of tech, quiet interior, good mpg for it's size, Apple car play & andriod auto and fully decked out it comes in $15K less than a fully equipped 2019 QX50. That's what I'm thinking about getting.
SS S This vehicle gets as expensive as $60k. That's too much money for a CVT. At that point, I'd just get a Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit. I've been in one and the interior is great. Just wish it had more features like massaging seats and stuff but other than that, it's great.
They need to put this new engine into the base or entry level Q50 sedan and Q60 coupe but personally I go for the Q60 Red Sport with 400 hp.
beautiful lighting at the conclusion. nice looking wood in the back!
Holy hell my old 2007 Nissan had the same graphics..
W-_-T yeah they don’t care about their customers being frustrated and bored with their infotainment
Ok only 30 seconds into this video and I can't stop staring at the hideous gap between the headlight and the hood.
What is that?! From the side it looks fine but from the corner front and head on it looks broken.
I was about to say this exact thing
Great point. What gets even stranger is that 50 seconds into it when we're looking at the front view, the gap of the two sides don't match...the left is clearly larger...is this only me??
I think that theres a gap because when your standing up looking at it, it adds a 3D effect and it could also be used an intake for the engine.
biggboysouth what gets even weirder the rear bumper where the exhaust at looks bend
That ancient infotainment is no bueno. Doesn’t even offer Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. Nissan, UPDATE YOUR INFOTAINMENT!!!
SO frustrating. Especially the 2 screen BS. Just put the damn infotainment from the Maxima and give us iOS/Android
Even Honda/Acura realized that two display setup was a crap and now the upcoming 2019 has more traditional setup, no to mention the several Honda products like Accord or Odyssey also feature more traditional setups and Apple CarPlay/AndroidAuto.
They can’t hear you. It’s so stupid what they’re failing to do with their infotainment systems.
Even the Rogue and Altima has Android Auto and Car Play now.
Audi went 2 screens now with their A7. Guess ancient is the new New
how much does it share with Rogue?
This is the first Japanese car I liked after Mazda CX-5. The only obvious fail is infotainment system which looks like from the previous decade.
Can you please make a car review of the 2018 chevy traverse and 2018 Buick Enclave please
6.5 sec to 60? the old one was a second quicker, in which way is this more powerful?
if there was only someway to see if the rear seats fold flat.. maybe a computer program or advance tech of some kind can show that??
What Infiniti doesn't want you to know is they're building the new Qx50 in Mexico. The old model 2017 and earlier were made in Japan. I'd go for an older Qx50 for sure.
Yeah, I just bought one. Too bad most people don't care. With the increased complexity hope the average Mexican Maquiladori is up to it.
Nissan and infiniti are becoming the Plymouths of the Japanese car makers
Is there an option to get a spare tire?
I mean, what do you do if you get a flat tire and you're in the middle of nowhere?
RWD makes no sence in this class. Why you need RWD?? It´s a luxury family car and not a sportscar. Also CVT makes sence, best choice for cruising and fuel efficientcy and thats the main reason this car is at it is, fuel efficientcy. It´s crazy that other brands need hybrid systems to get such mpg´s.
@R P
Hybrids get better mpg. CVT limits the performance in the city, it feels sluggish off the line.
sic22l Yeah, that and CVTs should NEVER be in luxury cars, expect for hybrids. Not to mention, you also find a CVT in a Dodge Caliber, which is a horrible car. Who would want to have that in a luxury vehicle?
I mean, when families pay for luxury family vehicles. They do it so they can feel like they're driving something completely(or almost completely) different from a Nissan Rogue or something.
MetalAndMotorsGuy506 Did you actually drive this car? People do not drive SUV for a race.
Alarmmy okay, first of all, I didn't say anything about people driving this for races. Second, I said that people drive luxury vehicles like this to get away from the same damn crap you find in a Nissan Rogue or something like that.
The old QX50 is better. I’d much rather see a 400 hp 3.0 twin turbo V6 to replace the 3.7l NA V6 than a 2.0 turbo 4 with too much crap to go wrong. Also prefer a robust 10 speed planetary automatic transmission over a sluggish CVT.
David Perry not everything is about performance
Nice! I was interested in the new / upcoming RDX, but I like this body style better... kinda like the Q5, but a little more stylish and colorful. I'll be curious to see what that exotic new engine tech does for reliability and service costs... Still, it's on my short list!
The interior in the new RDX is by far superior to this Qx50.....it also has Apple carplay. The new is by far going to be the big hit in this segment, and doesn't have that horrible CVT !
What dashcam do you use? It is excellent quality.
The variable compression ratio engine is a big design improvement. Nevertheless, I can't justify its increased complexity therefore reliability with these premises, in the context they are going to use it: a big fat SUV. The 15% fuel economy saved, also thanks to the CVT, is completely lost due to the weight and shitty aerodynamics of the type of vehicle. Moreover, as you diligently reported, the other 250+hp 4 cylinders turbos are not way off these values of efficiency in real world testing. Yes a 10% improvement is a big thing if a technology comes to all the lot, but it is nothing in fuel savings in comparison to the expensiveness of these new models to begin with.
Finally, in the class of vehicles that should resemble luxury and are priced $35-45k, I can forgive some bad interiors materials choices. Overall nice car, but without a particular sense if not to compliment about the brave engineering. Nice review (and one of the firsts too) as usual.
We'll see how the variable compression does when it trickles down to something like an Altima or Maxima. Maybe we'll see some decent numbers there.
SUV fuel economy is indeed abysmal, like you said. It's pretty sad that 31mpg combined is class leading and the only way to get better mileage is get a hybrid.
@Eugenio A.
Don't forget that CVT also compromises the performance, QX50 is slower to 60 and more anemic in city driving than its competitors.
@B Com
You can't trick physics, SUVs are tall (aerodynamics) and heavy, they need more fuel. Diesels make quite a big difference but they basically don't exist in the US.
Eugenio A. I
You people. Imagine what your great great grand father said about electric ignition
increased complexity is good for us as auto techs so dont bash it
They hit a home run on the sheet metal, its beautiful, but you'll have to pry my 3.7 VQ and real auto out of my cold, dead hands. What once was a drivers dream in the form of a Japanese made, slightly lifted shooting brake, has become a very pretty, front drive, Chinee built, CVT nightmare, soccer mom hauling, 4 bangin appliance. They'll prolly sell more this way though, mazeltov.
Dose it have ambient lighting on the doors and dash?
lotubala333 yes
Would you choose this over the new Acura RDX
romel 4life would you?
romel 4life I’m gonna have to wait till Acura release the production model in the summer
Yes, Acura has turned into crap over the past few years.
+ssjMaximum22Goku Acura is starting to come back. New interior designs, Type-S coming back out.
trial you stay talking about Acura when you can’t even afford one but ok🙄
Hey Alex, been living the videos! Can you do one for Subaru 2019 Forrester Ascent?
This QX50 looks good, but the Lincoln Corsair is roomier and looks more luxurious and upscale especially the interior.
RDX is too stiff and loud, i want my luxury compact suv quiet like this one
Not only that it's very stiff I don't like it and it looks too much like a CRV hard to tell them apart plus CRV way better value
The RDX is fun to drive though the 10 speed tranny seems to shift around more than a whore in church.
Great review, I was looking forward to seeing it and the new Acura RDX review, also the new Santa Fe.
Alex, how is the infotainment system? Is it still as bad as before? I heard they still don't have Android auto or apple car play...
joshuag94 it is bad.
No smartphone integration. No longer RWD. And CVT …. What did they do to it?...
Why do you need RWD in a family commuter?
sic22l these models historically were sport SUVs. That was the selling image of infiniti
What about the CVT in Sport or Individual mode? Might it give a lower imitation "1st" gear and a quicker 0-60?
Nope, the lowest ratio is a hardware limit.
Can you seat 3 adults comfortably??
No HUD in this class? Finally @18:30 you mention it. Thanks.
nice view Alex! is QX50 going to be made in Japan or in US?
mexico
what type of fuel is needed?
Do you think Infiniti gonna put 400hp 3.0 in to qx50? I’m so looking foreword to seeing that.
The CVT they put in this vehicle can't handle 400 horsepower.
weird you had a full tank of gas and it said your range is 200 miles, how small is the gas tank?
ant sala I said the same thing the qx30 is around 14 ..this gotta be 16 or 15..on a half tank the qx30 i was using the range was 200 on a half tank full ...im getting 225 on a full tank with my red sport so 🤷🏾♂️
Google shows it at being 16 gallons. So if EPA figures hold true, this should be able to get well over 400 miles to a tank.
Alan Bowers Idk man somebody wasn’t in eco
Cleevens Joseph these car do not get good fuel economy.
Its also real time range. So if hes testing it, i doubt its getting its maximum range
Great review as usual
Very nice review. But you didn't say if the Infiniti QX50 has android auto or Apple car play. Those features should be coming as standard in all 2018 cars
hepheastusthefirst it is not offered.
Can it run on regular fuel?
Peter Sidarta no. It’s a turbo.
Alex, what's the actual decibel rating # ? I'm comparing to the acura rdx, which you rated a 70, and that's on noisy side isn't it ? .. seems like an awesome vehicle... i don't think it's competition has even close fuel economy to this, not in real world driving.. 25-26mpg average !! for a car that does 0-60 in 6.5 seconds ?!! that's great.. I'm guessing you have to use premium fuel.
I drove both.The RDX is much louder on hard acceleration.Steering is better.
Hey Alex when can you review the Honda Accord or the 2017 Audi A4 or s4?
Nissan/Peugeot/Infiniti had to create an overcomplicated engine with unknown long term reliability just to compensate for CVT shortcomings and keep up with competition. The new RDX with the same power output is a full second faster to 60 and if you are spending 50k on a car you don't care about 2 mpg. As far as the steering wheel not moving when the wheels turn, this is the Boeing vs Airbus debate. There have been Airbus crashes due to control sticks not moving resulting in pilot disorientation. When autopilot moves controls in a Boeing, the yokes and the throttles move in the cockpit.
The engine & transmission shall have from the Q50 3.0T , given us a choice to choose!
I really think the idea of Infiniti putting a CVT in this vehicle is a really bad idea because if I'm paying more money, I would like to not have the same transmission that I get in the Dodge Caliber(ew). Is that too much to ask? I JUST WANT MY LUXURY VEHICLE TO NOT HAVE THE SAME TRANSMISSION FOUND IN THE DODGE CALIBER.
MetalAndMotorsGuy506 luxury is about the interior quality, and msterials, as well ad tech. If you want performance you need a sports car.
Would you get this or the new RDX? Thanks!
The RDX, I own one absolutely love it. Tech and performance and looks and overall value, and a 10 spd, not a CVT.
Is the hood even closed?
Very informative. Thanks