2018 INFINITI Q50 Hybrid
Pros
- Turbocharged V6 engines pack plenty of power and excitement
- Many high-tech entertainment and safety features come standard
- For a small luxury sedan, offers a pretty roomy trunk
Cons
- Infotainment system isn't as user-friendly as many others
- Interior design is showing its age in the face of more modern rivals
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in Ashburn, VAWhich Q50 does Edmunds recommend?
Edmunds' Expert Review
Overall rating
Strong performance, plenty of premium features and a competitive price give the 2018 Infiniti Q50 a well-earned seat at the table with other refined and accomplished luxury sport sedans.
The Q50's interior design continues to age gracefully, but age it does. It's the same basic design used since 2014, and it feels a bit behind the more modern, elegant environments in Audi and Mercedes rivals. But don't let that end your consideration. The Q50 is still a joy to drive. If you're looking for power, consider one of the Q50's turbocharged V6 engines. They deliver a jolt of pony car-esque thrill each time you dig into the pedal, especially in the Red Sport top trim. Infiniti also packs in plenty of standard features for you money.
Overall, the 2018 Infiniti Q50 isn't quite as polished as some rival sedans, but it stands as a desirable and stylish alternative to the status quo.
Trim levels & features
The Infiniti Q50 luxury sport sedan is available in five main trim levels: 2.0t, 3.0t, Red Sport 400 and Q50 Hybrid trim levels. Infiniti also offers three subtrims, Luxe, Pure and Sport.
The Q50 2.0t starts with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (208 horsepower, 258 pound-feet of torque) paired to a seven-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. All-wheel drive is optional. From there, the 2.0t Pure come with 17-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights and foglights, automatic wipers, selectable drive modes, keyless entry and ignition, power-adjustable front seats, simulated leather upholstery, automatic dual-zone climate control, Bluetooth, a rearview camera, dual touchscreen displays (8-inch upper and 7-inch lower), and a six-speaker CD player with two USB ports and satellite radio. The 2.0t Luxe variant adds 18-inch wheels, a sunroof and maple wood interior accents.
Moving up to the 3.0t brings a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 (300 hp, 295 lb-ft of torque). all-wheel drive is again optional. The 3.0t Luxe is equipped similarly to the 2.0t Luxe trim while the 3.0t Sport adds 19-inch wheels, performance tires, leather upholstery and additional front seat adjustments.
The Red Sport 400 picks up where the 3.0t leaves off and adds a more powerful V6 (400 hp, 350 lb-ft of torque), unique 19-inch wheels (slightly wider in the rear), adjustable suspension settings, transmission paddle shifters, quilted leather upholstery, dark chrome and red stitching interior accents, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, remote engine start, a 60/40-split folding rear seat and a navigation system. The Red Sport 400 also offers a host of driver aids, including a top-down parking camera system, front and rear parking sensors, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
The Q50 Hybrid Luxe comes in one trim level similarly equipped to the 3.0t Luxe, but it also borrows from the Sport and Red Sport 400 features. Some extra features, including adaptive cruise control and a premium Bose audio system, are also standard on the Hybrid.
Many of the extra features found on the Red Sport are available as options on the lower trims. Depending on the trim level, other key options an adjustable suspension, additional driver aids and a premium audio system.
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Our experts’ favorite Q50 safety features:
- Backup Collision Intervention
- Automatically hits the brakes if an object enters the path or if an approaching car is detected when the vehicle is backing up.
- Around View Monitor
- Takes the guesswork out of maneuvering in tight spaces by giving you a view of the car from above.
- Forward Emergency Braking
- Warns if traffic ahead is slowing, even two cars ahead, and will apply the brakes if you don't act in time.
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See your car's valueThe 2018 Infiniti Q50 has an unenviable task. It needs to convince you that it's as good as a handful of established European luxury sedans that both garner critical acclaim and dominate the sales charts. It's also up against a handful of other competitors from every corner of the world, all vying for the attention of drivers seeking an alternative to what everyone else buys.
The Q50 remains a value-rich choice, boasting more power and equipment for the money than those European rivals. At the same time, its uniquely curvaceous styling won't be confused for anything else, meaning that just because you're cost-conscious doesn't mean you have to settle for cookie-cutter design.
It also provides compelling performance. Indeed, the Q50 offers a unique selection of engines, each representing a clear performance step up from the last. There's the base turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, good for 208 horsepower. It returns 26 mpg combined. Next up is the turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 that produces 300 hp. It gets 23 mpg combined.
An enhanced version of that V6 produces 400 hp in the Red Sport model and returns 22 mpg combined. All feature a seven-speed automatic transmission and standard rear-wheel drive, but all-wheel drive is an option.
Another powerplant option is the Q50 Hybrid, which pairs a 3.5-liter V6 with an electric motor for a total of 360 hp. The hybrid choice returns 29 mpg combined, which obviously is a fuel economy improvement. Its powertrain is prone to unsettling and unpredictable lurches, and the brakes suffer from a lack of smoothness and stability. It also comes standard with Infiniti's drive-by-wire direct adaptive steering system, which provides a disconcertingly unnatural feel.
Whatever the engine choice, the Q50 comes with a compelling amount of equipment for the money: LED headlights, keyless ignition and entry, a rearview camera, two USB ports and Infiniti's dual-touchscreen interface come standard on all models. The Luxe and Sport trims step things up with features such as a sunroof, upgraded tires, a sport-tuned suspension, metal shift paddles, leather upholstery, and sportier seats with adjustable bolsters. The typical assortment of comfort, convenience and safety tech features are available as options.
Certainly, that features-for-your-buck attribute is a main reason to consider the Q50. Less refined than some of its competitors and a bit older, the Q50 isn't the most modern pick or the cushiest ride. It's not quite the precision instrument that its traditional German rivals might be, but on the other hand, it packs plenty of brash power and aggression. It's more American pony car than autobahn missile. You'll probably be happy with it, but there's a good chance you'd be happier with one of the others, provided you can swallow the price tag. Whether it's the Q50 or another choice, Edmunds is here to help you find that perfect car.
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