Here's Why The 2023 Infiniti Q50RS Black Opal Edition Is Still a Great Buy in 2023.
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- Опубліковано 28 вер 2024
- Here's Why The 2023 Infiniti Q50RS Black Opal Edition Is Still a Great Buy in 2023.
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2023 Infiniti Q50RS Black Opal Edition Review Time Stamp:
00:01 Intro 2023 Infiniti Q50RS Black Opal Edition
01:34 2023 Infiniti Q50RS Black Opal Edition, what is it?
05:55 2023 Infiniti Q50RS Black Opal Edition Interior
11:29 2023 Infiniti Q50RS Black Opal Edition Driving
20:19 Drag Race coming soon.
Sam, I recently discovered your videos and I am an Infiniti fan.
I am so happy to find a reviewer that doesn't slam Infiniti left and right for the same things..
They are gorgeous cars with arguably the sexiest designs in the industry, you always make fair reviews on them and I appreciate it.
Thank you and I am so glad I have discovered this great channel.
Welcome
We still love our 2015 Q50. I feeel the car isn’t outdated and fun to drive.The Q50 and the Lexus IS bodystyles Both came out in 2013 and both cars are still going on 10 years later.
Not gonna lies it's still look beautiful even after many years 👌
Its Amazing how this beautiful machine still looks better than most modern cars out there today
Couldn't agree more!
Lmao 😂 such a bad car yet people love it because they tried their hardest to make a off brand bmw. Countless vr engines seize up after minor bolt ons and tune. And the trans can’t handle any power at all. On top of that. It’s the exact same car they sold in 2015 😂😂😂😂 70k for a pos 😂
@@diegomjangos4904 lmao beemer boys be like
@@diegomjangos4904 you have zero idea what you’re talking about lmao
@@diegomjangos4904 I don’t own an Infiniti, only driven a few including a q50S…..this guy doesn’t know shit 💀💀💀
it's absolutely amazing how simultaneously great the Q has held up and how dated it has been for years. You can turn to any one part of the car like the engine and say wow, this VR30 is still terrific, then go to the JATCO 7-speed and talk about how dated it is. You can talk about how fresh the styling looks going on 10 years old now, then point out how obsolete the infotainment is. It's almost a car that exists in quantum superimposition between being a modern classic and over the hill.
Agreed
That's a terrific assessment. ❤
Things like interior you can change though by buying an aftermarket system which I used to do with old audis all the time. I just don't know if that is an option with the Infiniti stuff and how tuneable these platforms are...
@@DaveThaBossDTByou can't make this Infiniti interior from 2012 look modern, believe me.
infiniti nailed it at first with the introduction of g35s, so id assume theyre gonna follow the same recipe. 20 years old and my 04 sedan navigation still works and gets me accurate directions. although its not updated to the current businesses we have now vs 20 years ago it would save my ass if i was lost somewhere unfamiliar
I now drive an M340i, but man do I miss my old Q50. Such a fun car with mods
Here in Japan this model is sold as “Nissan skyline” had a facelift few years ago. I personally think it looks really good, and this model still looks good as well. Just want an update in the interior. I always like the design of Infiniti (QX60 is super) and really looking forward to the next generation!
Thanks for sharing!
Saw a brand new QX60 yesterday. It looked great!
FYI: Nissan Fuga
Miss my Q50S, so thanks for the opportunity to reunite with this car for a few days and to help while doing these amazing rolling shots, that side profile in the sunset...oouf, the proportions are great and the car looks so good after all this time. Any other comment about age and interior etc etc is just opinion and minds won't be changed, my biggest gripe as a previous owner and current Q60 owner is the 7AT. Nevertheless, the car has held up over the years and the aftermarket support is wild - AMS, BMS, Racebox, Z1 to name some of the big players. There are some faaaaaaast Q50s out there. Its an oldie but its still a goodie. I have a sneaky suspicion that the next Q50 will be some kind of EV, but I hope I'm wrong.
Thanks for the help Jim!
Went from a 2017 Q50 red sport 400 to a 2021 because I absolutely love this car. Best bang for your buck on the used market without a doubt!!
Great review, thanks Sam! I have a 2020 Q50 RS, and I couldn’t agree more with your comments. Some interior bits look dated, and the transmission does hold back that amazing engine somewhat, but it’s a great machine. Blows the doors off the majority of cars out there, has some of the best seats in the business, and compared to the BMWs I have owned, so much more reliable.
Seats are amazing
But can barely do bolts and tune before the engine or Trans go bye bye 😂
@@cormaro13Sounds like a Lexus or Acura fan. The Q50 RS needs no tune or bolts to leave these cars in the dust.
@francoischartrand2009 yea for the v6 models not v8 lol its sad these things fall apart after some bolts on especially the Trans, probably why nissna dying off lol
@@francoischartrand2009you're an idiot. The IS500 as tested by car and driver AND motor trend has a faster quarter mile and trap speed then the Infiniti q50 RS. It's just horsepower to weight ratio it's not complicated.
Are you dumb, also, m340i and CT4 V Blackwing demolish the outdated ass q50 RS with shite jatco transmission yet they cost only a few grand more LMAO(60K)
owned a 2016 red sport, still likes it- a beauty, drives like a weapon
As an Infiniti owner for the past 18 years, G35s/G37s/Q50RSs, I finally left last month to give Audi A5 sportsback a try. The Audi is loaded with tech and I got tired of infiniti not doing more, as they need a major redesign. Yes there is a big power difference but the older i get, the less power i actually use daily. Maybe ill go back to infiniti one day when they fully redesign the Q50.
This is a good time to buy the q50, in USA the prices have dropped a lot in last 2 months. I own the q50 3.7 and a 2019 red sport, both are AWD. In my humble opinion it needs a faster shifting transmission.
The 7 speed is definitely the weak point in the q50. A transmission tune will help alot.
Nah no one buying this Nissan junk lol
@@hds8182Will a tune actually fix this car? I always wanted to build a Eau Rouge Replica car but, I heard these cars are extremely unreliable and not as easy ans reliable to tune as a BMW. I would get a BMW but, all I see everywhere are BMW's and I would like something different.
@@DaveThaBossDTBif you want something different then buy a damn IS500 V8 or a CT4 V BLACKWING(if you want a turbo(. Instead of getting a dated ass q50 there are OTHER options silly
I agree with your conclusions. That's why I bought this car. Also, the two screens... I love them! So much better than one!
Good gracious, this is one beautiful color! I had a 2014 Q50S and I swear I saw my Malbec Black (purplish black) on the front 3/4 shots, a color that I picked.
And I agree, this still design looks very modern with great proportions!
Such a beautiful sedan. My Dream car no doubt 400hp rwd with unlimited tuning potential
This one is all-wheel drive. Didn't you listen to the video?
It has tuning potential yes, but will it hold up after a few bolts on , prob not lol
@@cormaro13All everyone talks about nowadays is BMW. What else can I get that has high tuning potential and is not a BMW lol?
@DaveThaBossDTB u can do a mazda 3 with the turbo and do what u want with it lol or bmw 🤣
wow, this is sharp. I don't know if it's the color combo and the wheels but this looks so much better than the q50s I see around my house. Granted none of them are S editions. I would actually buy this if i didnt just buy a brand new truck.
I agree!
Still looks good. 7 speed trans and the interior lets it down. It is becoming dated vs its competitors
Totally agreed
The "outdated interior" is subjective and just an opinion not fact. Maserati levante still uses analog gauges . I don't hear anyone saying that interior is dated.
@l.s.e4798 No need to get your nose bent out of shape. Of course it's my opinion and I never stated it as fact. You're using a Maserati as an example? Apples and pears springs to mind.
@@TheLaw_11 Its a majority opinion, a majority opinion is quantifiable. Companies generally make aesthetic design decisions with this in mind along with functionality. An item is generally more marketable when the public’s OPINION about said item is positive. Btw Maserati Levante’s interior looks terribly dated for 2023.
@@Blue-moon12when did I mention lamborghini? Lol. You're displaying poor comprehension skills.
I also think the Q50 is really good looking inside and out.
4-Door baby GTR. I've got the IS500 but a decade ago wanted a Q50 V6.
Spot on review.
This takes me back...I owned a 2018 Q50RS AWD in obsidian pearl on black int, with every option except carbon fiber bits. I loved it when I bought it and I wanted it to be a car I would keep for a long time. But after you live with the Q50 for a while, it starts to become evident that Infiniti did not spend enough time tuning the ride/handling and of course, that dim-witted Jatco 7AT that we already know is behind the competition so I won't belabor the point. The seats are superb, and were probably one of the best parts of the whole car, tbh. The ride was mostly comfortable, but I found myself unconsciously bracing for impact over expansion strips, railroad tracks, etc, which always felt exceedingly harsh even though I would slow way down for them. The freeway ride was noisy and made it challenging to enjoy the great sound from Bose audio system (not my favorite, but it was still very good). Plus I had to use my warranty a lot more than I would ever have expected with this being a Japanese car - estimated to be about $10k in repairs during the 3 yrs I had it. All things considered, my enthusiasm for the car became less and less over time and I would get an urge to trade it in about every 2-3 months. I finally gave in and sold it in March of 2022 to make room for a '22 Model 3P. I still think the Q is a beauty, and this one, on film at least, looks identical to my car (mine had the traditional bright chrome bits instead of the dark chrome on this one) and watching this reminded me of what could have been. I wanted to love it so badly, but it was not the car that its looks promised, which is very unfortunate, because it's still a very pretty car with so many things going for it. It's a shame Infiniti didn't do more with it over the years, they could have corrected most of the issues over time but instead they basically have done a copy/paste every year since 2014, except for the new engines in '16 and updated front and rear fascia in '18, a dark chrome option for '20...the new 9 speed would have been a welcome upgrade and there is almost no excuse for not improving the ride and noise.
The problem is not the performance its great for the price, but its the exterior looks and the hella old interior, and its a Nissan. You can get a Lexus RC F even though it has an older interior its better plus its a V8 and you get Toyota reliability. If you get a super deal on the Infiniti then great its great, there are no deals in the States they are marked up over msrp/
Sam, this is an amazing review. You echoed my exact thoughts and the exact thoughts of almost ever Q owner in this video spot on.
Now with the new Z having the same engine, the aftermarket will blow up even more. Racebox already specializes so much on this engine, they have many Q's pushing 450/500+ whp, with that you can hurt a lot of feelings on the road for such an "old" car. I have an '18 Red Sport, will bring it down to the strip hopefully soon for a video!
Thank you
Good video Sam
I own a 2019 iridium blue Q50 RS
A lot of potential especially tuned by Racebox 👍👍
Good choice!
@@SamCarLegion 🙏
Sam, I love your videos. Your video quality is top notch and the content is great. However, you have lost your mind if you think the Q50 is a great car in 2023. I bought this car in 2016. It was my 7th INFINITI car and in 2016 it was a actually a decent lease because they offered $12k in discounts. However, in 2023 this car that is virtually identical to my 2016 car in exterior styling but it lists at almost $62k in the US. It still has the exact same engine that the 2016 cars had. The transmission in this car is reliable now but it honestly is just sluggish and not good at all. That isn’t just my opinion either. That is everyone’s opinion that drives it. It just is sluggish. There is no debating that.
I simply don’t agree at all that this styling is good in 2023. You have so many other cars that look better and more modern. The Kia Stinger looks infinitely better. I had both the Q50 and two Kia Stingers. The Kia Stingers were just better in every way imaginable. They looked better, they drove better, and they cost less. I don’t understand why you like this car. It just isn’t relevant anymore. The resell values on them are terrible because it hasn’t progressed in the 8 model years it has been in production. Don’t buy this car. You will regret it. That is coming from a person who has had 7 INFINITI vehicles before including this one. It just isn’t worth it.
The fact is about to be 2024 and my boss back in 2014 had this car and I’m looking this crap and has not changed and we going into 10 years is crazy to me 😂😂😂😂 that moto if ain’t broken don’t fix it that’s for old fox
Love the INFINITI content Sam! Keep it up 🖤
The top trim G70 3.3T is 3K less then the Q50s, not more. I think the Q50S has some nice features and looks nice but G70 has it soundly beat.
G70 wont last reliability wise. I bent rear subframe on my 3.3t lease launching it...
@@paulpierce21 Had my first one 5 years. No issues. Were you tuned?
but the Genesis G70 is scheduled to be discontinued after the last facelift. Electrification was also canceled.
The competing car is the Genesis G70, but the Genesis G70 is scheduled to be discontinued after the last facelift. Electrification was also canceled.
Looks the same as my 2017 q60 and the 2018 q40 my wife chose. I found the tech way behind the times. The only thing going for these cars is the exterior looks. When the leases were over, no love lost.
Very nice looking car!
It sure is!
It need a major interior and exterior change. It looks outdated
Mostly interior
I personally don't care about colors, shades of colors, matching bumpers, Car Play, number of USB ports, etc.
I care about 0-60, suspension, breaks, horsepower and good audio system. My 2015 Q50s 3.7 is still doing fine and I really love the car. I'd like to know how much better is the new Q50 compared to Mustang and IS500, my potential new cars.
Jump from 260 to 280 on the dash how fast can it really go
It's always 280
I love my Q50 but man they need to change the damn interior make the screen one screen like teslas digital dash board would be nice as well but over all everything perfect to me
All it needs is a new interior and Infiniti has a winning machine
It hard to pick Infiniti Q50 above Genesis G70 in this segment.
I’d pick the G70 or Tesla Model 3 performance.
I bought used q50 and my engine blew at 30k because of coolant leak to the block through little cracks. I found out it's a common issue with q50. The car is good other than low quality engine block, but can not recommend
Maybe a Lemon car or just the previous owner tuned ir
@@SamCarLegion There are many people with such problem , they got their engine and turbos replaced by dealership if a car is on warranty. Unfortunately i paid 8k from my pocket. My car is 2017 , maybe they fixed the issue in the newer cars .
I got a 22 red sport and i overpaid because of the market and for that i can see why i could have done better but everything else was more expensive too so the lower price was still there for the time period i bought it. The car is phenomenal but the cons are there like 99.9% of cars 🤷♂️ there are few sedans that compete on exterior looks and id say probably none at the price point and the speed is undeniable with a solid aftermarket to pump the power up like crazy. Dont regret this car at all.
The replacement for this car will likely be a Nissan North American EV sedan, likely related to the rumored Nissan EV sedan that may be called Maxima. One thing I loved about the Q50/60 is that they are purely FR based Japanese cars with no relations to domestic Nissan products, but that’s probably not going to last.
Infiniti already has the next generation Q50RS available. They should tweak the outside a little a bit. Offer the same powertrain thw Nissan Z Nismo has with the updated turbos making 420Hp and the new transmission. Update the infotainment system and offer red seats.
that's exactly why i bought a 2018 Q50 rs just after the refresh but most of the paint colors are sick 👌so far im loving this car and the dealership i deal with is awesome
This is my dream car and Color GOD plz move for me
Infinity did a good job with the exterior desgin, still looks gorgeous today but it’s time for a redesign cmon Infinity you lazy bums
When are they going to put this car out of it's misery?
Soon there will be a new model
It's Amazing!
You mentioned it has heated and ventilated seats @7:06. Then you say it doesn't have heated seat @9:05. Which one is it?
On my Desktop, Either the music is too loud, or his mic volume is too low, but everytime the music comes on, I need to lower my volume, then raise it when he starts talking again.
Enjoyed the video but you're most definitely out of your mind. This car looks nearly identical to the 2014; nearly a DECADE old. Interior has barely changed. Performance is okay but you can get similar if not better at lower price like the M340i which has waaaay nicer interior, technology, and much more modern exterer look. This car would've been amazing 5-6 years ago, but not today at $60k+
Still a sexy car today. The interior is the only let down aesthetically.
Totally agree
I looked at this and the G70 before buying a type-s. Both of those cars are faster by a bit, but neither of them have what I was interested in.
The type-s has much better handling than the Q50 and the G70. Better driving dynamics, brakes are way better. I feel the awd system is far superior to either, the interior is more sporty, the infotainment is much better, I like the gage cluster, it's more aggressive, and is built by the finest manufacturer of engines in the world. For 1000 dollars more, it will do 4.2 0-60 and 12's in the quarter.
Great car too! Congrats
Acura is know for bad transmission😅😅😅
Type-S handing is more precise but that's the SHAWD working hard to keep all that weight in check. Put them on the track and you'll see who's on top. The G70 just offers so much more over the Type-S... so so much more... Also, for $1000, the G70 is mid 11s in the quarter. Spend more and you're in the 10s. Q50S is even quicker, I believe. Type-S is a very nice looking car though.
@@SlipAngleG70 That's already been done. The type s beats the stinger on a track, and the G70 isn't touching it. Most of what you call more is personal preference, and I chose the Acura. Have a nice day.
@@MikeYurbasovich Stinger is a GT car, which is more of a cruiser. The G70 handles better. So yeah, the G70 easily "touches" it.
Off topic what watch are you wearing?…thanks
Alpina Startimer Chronograph Automatic Blue Dial
@@SamCarLegion thanks!
@@SamCarLegion is that a custom band?
@@Damen0530 yes it is:)
@@SamCarLegion very nice!
Have to disagree 64k new for this car would be an absolute waste of money. Out dated cabin very lackluster handling\feeling and the worst transmission. What else is in the segment?? g70 kills this car and the stinger is better in every aspect. The used market g70 stinger and S5s are steals maybe an m340i but that used holds the value. This car really is outdated I just dont see how someone could possibly spend 64k on it. As a previous owner of a q50 and now an owner of a 3.3 stinger Its really not even close. But all preference
no one pays sticker though. My 21 Q50 RS new was like $10k off sticker and was $540 a month. Stickered at $60k. The M340 was $950 and was $66k with $4k off sticker. On a lease, I wasn't sure the BMW was worth over $4k more a yea or $12k over 3 years.
@@StlPike2004 G70 and stinger are just such a better bang for the buck in my honest opnion. After owning a q50 g703.3t and now on a stinger 3.3t. Really good prices in the used market too. I just cant see spending the same price used on a red sport when you can get the g70 or stinger. but the vr is a good engine tho.
@flightman7594 yea, it's definitely subjective. I get new cars every 3 years and was fortunate to get awesome deals, like 20% or more off sticker. On a 2018 and 2021 Red Sport. I did test drive a G70 twice. It's smaller than the Q, which I didn't like, and the Q felt faster. The G70, after a ton of negotiations. Was $150 more a month on a lease and it wasn't worth it to me. And, I don't like how the Stinger looks. I know it's subjective. It's bigger than the G70, which is nice, but it wasn't for me. The new Red Sports are nice. I don't get used cars, so there's that too. I also looked at an M340 and it was $5k more a year and not worth it to me.
Makes sense , cheers!
@@StlPike2004
Infiniti went quite a bit too long without updating the interior. This car was overdue for an FMC well over 3 years ago and even now there is no new Q50 in development. All its direct competitors (Acura TLX, Lexus IS) are outselling it by *over* 3-to-1. Even the Genesis G70 is outselling it by 2-to-1.
They really should've kept the G35, G37 name instead of Q40 for a year then Q50.
This car is still selling, and I don’t agree it’s totally outdated. I am a big fan of dual screen
Q50 RS will smoke the Type S TLX - and the IS500 is far more expensive. Lexus interior is still outdated and, minus the infotainment.
@@SamCarLegion out of the Asian carmakers, for every 10 vehicles sold in the segment, 3 to 4 are TLX's, 3 to 4 are IS's, 2 are G70's, and only 1 is a Q50. So yes the Q50 is selling, but selling very poorly.
@@SamCarLegion the Q50RS is quicker than the TLX Type S, but only in a straight line. On a track, the TLX Type S actually posted a quicker lap time than the Q50 RS (MotorTrend).
Of course is selling poorly - people still think it’s outdated. But if you think about when it came out, there are more used models out there in comparison to other brands. So it’s not easy to sell new models when you have a large used market. I just did a quick search before posting this, the used market list is very large in comparison to TLX, IS and G70. Every number has a reason why.
A lot of the new q50s sit for so long at the dealership. I worked next to infiniti. Pass by it everyday and theres a black q50 with literally spider webs lol
Sedan market is low sales now
Sam I'm planning to get the GLI in early 2024, do you think they will re-design it?
Potentially. But it’s still new in some ways, they did a facelift
this car is missing one 1 and one thing only, a good transmission, ZF would have made this a 10/10 car
Agreed
gas guzzler out of date suspension just not compatible in todays market
The big question over this power and the design they fix the problems with the serpent belt and the turbos or not ?
Yes
Thank you I appreciate 🙏 you are the best 👌
Later 2019+ models got new turbos and I don't see the belt issue as much on later VR30 powered cars. Was definitely an early issue on these engines
Honestly I believe it’s time to let it go. It’s outdated. It looks good! I have one and I love driving it. Wish it came with cooled seats and better cooling for the engine.
We need a refresh! Just not a different engine
Ya the stock XE is like half a clipboard size lol, the benefits of adding a high capacity XE and and a coolant overflow tank is obvious.
Audio levels in this video were all over the place. Music is obnoxiously loud and speaking audio is very low.
Gorgeous, ma.❤.for infiniti
I remember when Infiniti was very cool and sadly they lost thier way .. The name changes were kind of lame and designs became pretty uninspired ...I agree this car is pretty nice but many complain about the steering , I don't know why but I hear it alot ..
Would take a Stinger over this all day
Sam, please drop the in my opinion
Why???? 🤔🤔
Too repetitive, I didn't count how many times you said it but it was a lot. Of course it's your opinion or you wouldn't be saying it. You give great reviews just stop saying "in my opinion".
Please save my ears/heart from the varied audio volume with the music at 11:30.
LMFAOOOO LMFAOO
It’s not. Paying for this 2014 oh I mean 2017…no 2021….wait 2024!?!?!? That goes for the dated interior and exterior, criminal.
That's not criminal if you look at the leas rate for this car in Canada! Absolutely dirt cheap: 4.9% while others like Toyota doing 9% and this Q50 comes standard with the INFINITI Oil Change & Tire Rotation Plan. It covers engine oil and filter changes, plus tire rotation for up to 4 years or 80,000 km.
If you don't like the car, why bother watching the review? You clearly like the car but just want to rant for some attention.
@@TheLaw_11 you sound hurt. It’s content to be consumed, and im in the comment section…where you can comment (mind blowing I know). Sam made a bold statement, and I have an opinion just like you champ.
@@SamCarLegion To be fair, all that has little to do with the outdated car itself. If this was a drag race or something I’d be like oh cool car. But based on the title of the video, I can’t agree. Great video tho as always.
@robsnow2099 I sound hurt?? Lmaoo You must be rubbing on ms. Cleo's nuts, oops I mean crystal ball to draw such conclusion.
The title of this video makes absolutely no sense
Totally
It feels like a supped up Nissan Maxima 😅😅😅😂😂😂😂😂,only difference is it has RWD
Rip Infiniti
It’s too much for a 10 year old car
Low interest rates, and great price for used. It’s a great deal
@@SamCarLegion I think if you are an Infiniti enthusiast then yes.
@@sander16v11 not really, it’s for anyone that likes the car not just fans or even for actually driving the car all year long.
i think the is500 no have a chance
Stay tuned for the drag race
@@SamCarLegionooohh excited for that one…. Don’t forget to use da paddles for the IS!😂
@@wilsonguerrero1710 won’t make the difference…oops
This car is automotive perfection 💯🖤
Infiniti and lexus are racing to see who's the most boring car
Man this car is garbage 😅😅😅😅,2.5 liter v6 engine with 385hp because it doesn’t have 400hp and its slow compared to my inline 6 Lexus GS300 and the bmw 340i and both engines are bigger than that Infiniti engine
Horrible quality
Why is quality horrible? Interested to hear your point
Everybody knows Nissan Infiniti has horrible quality. Carlos Ghosn and Renault ruined Nissan Infiniti. They pick suppliers with horrible quality. Nissan Infiniti are cheaply made.
@@jaysizzlebeatsI Mean Have You Driven One? Or Owned One?
@@jaysizzlebeats that’s not facts.
@@SamCarLegionYes it is. EVERYONE I know with a Nissan product has had to have their transmission replaced. I wouldn't recommend a Nissan to anyone unless they're rich.
Im debating between the 22 Q60RS and the 23 Q50RS opal edition ...
This car is so underrated. It’s beautiful fast and I love it. Vr30 for life!
Oh and you forgot reliable!!
Nissan reliable… where?
Spot On @Sam CarLegion!
I recently negotiated my third (3rd) Q50. A "2024", Opal Edition Red Sport.
Despite the regurgitated "hate" on other channels, you are exactly right... This car has no peers at the price point.
- Looks - Has aged well, despite being a decade old. The huge grills on some of the competitors is a turnoff for many.
- All Wheel Drive - what comparably priced, appointed, and horsepowered competitor offers AWD?
-- Love the two touch screens, despite the ridiculous notion that they're dated. They are closer to reach and independent of each other rather than having a dash mounted split screen.
- Bose Audio - I haven't heard anything better out there in a comparable price point
- Interior - Is there a more comfortable sports sedan out there?
- Engine - Who has a better 6-cylinder power plant? With more easy mods available? With more horsepower?
AWD-Did I mention AWD? If you live in snow country like I do and this is your every-day driver, are you gonna opt for an IS500? Not bloody likely.
Great review my guy. Thanks for being real and not bowing to the regurgitated narrative!
Looking forward for a drag race between this Opal Infiniti and the GV70
Very good overview as usual. We have a 2015 q70L. It is a little dated in tech but the look and beautiful interior still stand out today. It’s one of the best cars I’ve owned
Thanks for sharing!
still a good looking car but I think that it not sells well because of the interior and price, thanks 😀
Fair enough!
My Infinity 2011 sedan G37S 6 speed manual lasted 430 000km , the only thing I had to change was the clutch cylinder sleeve delete for an after market one, and a new gallery gasket for the engine on the VQ37. However I have not seen a single 3.0L twin turbo Q50 last 200 000km without having the need for very expensive engine/turbo replacement. I believe the reliability of this brand died when they switched the 3.7L Q50 for a 3.0 twin-turbo. More performances yes but less durability.
As a Q50 owner, the infotainment system needs a major refresh. Beyond that I love my car. Owned for four years now. ❤❤
I really hope they make another generation. The new 9 speed with the Z is a game changer too instead of the 7 speed.
I can already picture the changes to this model
@@SamCarLegion last I heard, they would scrap it in favor of an electric SUV.... Makes me want to hold on to my 2015 with the 3.7
I highly doubt they will kill this.
@@SamCarLegion they absolutely need it to bring back Infiniti high again!
It’s a terrible buy in today’s market everyone on the competition is better, you have to be a Infiniti fan boy to buy this over the stringer/Genesis or any of the Germans. Matter a fact for that price might as well get a c8 corvette
Infiniti gets no love out here and is always paling in comparisons made by German fanatics. But I think it just boils down to preference. I used to live in Japan. I love the culture, the people, the tech, the race cars, and etc. While Nissan sucks at life, other Japanase brands offer the kind of reliability I need and am used to. The only reason I passed on a Lexus was because I needed a little more power and performance, which the Q60 offers. When I do purchase purely for long term reliability though, it will be a Lexus. For now, I have a Q50 RS and while its not as nice looking or head turning as my 60 was, the steering is so much better for me and is more comfortable for long drives (I travel a lot). I test drove them all but was not interested in joining the German club for image when I know repairs and maintenace issues will eventually depress me as well as my bank account, unless i lease it and turn it back in at 30k miles. Infiniti warranties are better for me and what I need. I love the engine and the HP offered. It makes up for the ok interior. So do my white seats, which is a cool look. The Q60 turned more heads since its less common but my Q50 is also one of the few combined trim and colors that exist in the U.S. German and Japanese cars are all over the road here in California. Aside from the Q60, this is not always good if you prefer to stand out but this also speaks to the love for both brands despite the hate/concerns from both sides. I typed all this to simply say, I prefer Japanese.
Redesign the interiors, refresh the engine and give it the 9AT. It would be an incredibly compelling car.
Exactly what I said
Simple recipe and can be done with the parts and tech they already have.
Stinger gt elite , 56k ,awd, adaptive suspension, 4.8 sec. 0-60 etc..way better than this one and cheaper..also mercedes a35 amg..64k for a brand that's closing the doors very soon!
This drives better overall
Good solid vehicle from Infiniti.. the mileage is great also 8 -9 L /100km . 400hp
Yes, true
Still looks great, it's a new age beauty all these years later
Nissan/INFINITI is definitely stupid for not putting a manual in it. Zero respect for themselves and the car community. Keep not selling cars 😂. Havent made a good car since g37s.
Good review Sam! The interior seems a little out dated for 2023 and price point to be honest but overall nice car
2008 acura tl type s we need a review and is it still relevant?
There are some decent prices for used ones for the 17’-20’ years!
Is where it should be nice looking,sporty, comfortable, good steering and a multiple drive modes,the interior should a little,if I'm in Canada I would pick it Infiniti still give as option when all cars are very pricey
Infiniti is broke.......
Only issue is spending 60k on a design that will almost turn a decade old by next year. That is a hard pill to swallow at 60k new.
Used however is a different story.
It’s true, won’t disagree
when looking at Infinitis don't compare MSRPs because Infiniti discounts big time
And interest rate for the Q50 is low