Used 2017 INFINITI QX30 Consumer Reviews
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Not for everyone & it's not an SUV
HeatherLea, 05/04/2017
2017 INFINITI QX30 Premium 4dr SUV AWD w/Prod. End 11/16 (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)
35 of 41 people found this review helpful
First, I realize that this car (not SUV) is not for everyone. I was seeking to get out of my Mazda CX-9 because the fuel economy was not very good and it was just more vehicle then I needed. The two big dogs were gone and the kids were older so I decided it was time to simplify my life and do something for me. I searched high and low for my next ride and was not interested in driving what everyone else was. The QX30 is different. It's compact and loaded with style. The turbo charged 4 cyl has given me a new super powers...passing speed and the ability merge into traffic with zero effort. The drivers seat is exceptionally comfortable and it is fun to drive. Here are the CONs... there is no cargo space. I can get one carry-on suitcase and a couple of grocery bags in there. If you are taller than 5'9 and weigh more than you should :( this car will not be comfortable. It really is a two seater and not suitable for a family. My five year old and his car seat fit comfortably in the back but it won't work for him in a couple years. The owner's manual has a hard time fitting into the glove box, my iPhone Plus does not fit anywhere including in the center console. The infotainment system blows! It's complicated and is confused when you plug in your phone or more than one person has Bluetooth on in the car. The upside is that I am glad I took the plunge and I don't miss the extra cargo or seating. I wish the infotainment system was better but it's not that big of a deal to me. I like the compact styling because it is more effiecent and prevents me from buying anything that I cannot fit in the cargo space. The lack of seating keeps people that I don't like out of my car. Some people complain about the visabilty but if you have driven an SUV you are accustomed to poor visabilty. I actually find it easier to see what's around me than in my old SUV. Lastly, taking the plunge to a much smaller vehicle was made easier by the fact that it is leased. It's fun for now but in a couple years I can try something else. It's not a keeper by any stretch and reminds me of a modernized version of my 1969 Karmann Ghia which like the QX30 was fun only for a little while.
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The Goblin Lives!
TAP, 05/25/2018
2017 INFINITI QX30 Sport 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I had my choice for a new car/suv, but this one kept drawing me back. What exactly is it?? Its an enigma. But I very much like it. I came out of a 370z, so the engine is bit soft compared to its cousin. But a lot of cars are. It will get you where you are going in a hurry. I ran it the other day over 100mph down a tollway just to open it up bit. What a pleasure. I have the sport, black, grey wheels, black and white leather interior with suede. A great looking combination inside and out. As compared to the Z, it is a pleasure to drive. The road noise could be a bit better, but again, I came out of a Z, thus this is a significant upgrade in noise levels. Plus if all else fails, crank up the Bose, its awesome. All-in-all, this is a funky-cool little monster, sans The Goblin!!!
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It's not perfect, but close!
James E., 11/06/2020
2017 INFINITI QX30 Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I bought the 2017 QX30 this July with only 10,800 miles. It did take some getting use to, and at first I wondered if I had made a mistake. The transmission felt finicky, and the run-flat tires were awful--hard as a rock and loud. Did not like the ride at all. So after about 3 weeks, off came the run-flat Continentals and on went a set of traditional Generals (Altimax RT43), and I completely fell in love with the vehicle. Totally different riding experience! I also got used to the quirks of the transmission, so that's no longer an issue: I just use the default mode and don't mess with Sport or Manual. It has lots of power and gives excellent gas mileage: 31.5 highway and 26-27 combined. It's definitely small, but a small crossover is what I wanted. The driver and front passenger areas have ample room, just the back storage area that could be a little deeper. I've logged about 3,000 miles and couldn't be happier. This is a lot of car for the money.
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Good not great
Mr T, 05/04/2018
2017 INFINITI QX30 Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
Nice small SUV definitely could use a little more space inthe back seat. Push to start and a moonroof that actually opens would be great. The noisiest car I ever owned it drives me crazy
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Nice interior but drives like a Go Kart
Steve M., 07/17/2018
2017 INFINITI QX30 Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)
20 of 26 people found this review helpful
Overall just a poorly conceived and designed vehicle. The interior compartment is very nice and it actually got me to buy the car. While it is beautiful, after a few days it seemed like one of the most impractical cars I ever owned. Storage is awful, there is no place to store even sunglasses and the owners manual is too big to fit in the glove box (really?). Also hard to believe that there is no power hatch, only a manual option in a "luxury" car. Another problem, there is no way to have the doors unlock when you put the car in park. My 2008 Camry had this feature. Also, the sight lines are awful as there is very low visibility out the rear and sides of this car. The glass panoramic roof is a must as it makes it feel less cramped but no where near as nice as a moonroof that actually opens. There is very little leg and headroom in the back for an average size adult. As far as the drive, it is very simply underpowered, and whines through the lower gears. This is not how I would expect a "luxury" car to drive. While sport mode does offer some nice performance, it really whines even more. Lastly, the road noise is horrendous, it sounds like something is open, the only relief is keeping the radio turned up. Handling was one of the few positives as long as you are on very smooth pavement as the ride is very stiff and you feel EVERY bump and expansion joint, even on the highway. In closing, I disliked this vehicle so much that I returned it after 3 weeks and took the financial hit. Very disappointed.
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