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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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Great Ride for this Empty Nester!
Laura K., 09/23/2019
updated 03/24/2022
2018 INFINITI QX30 Sport 4dr SUV w/Prod. End 5/18 (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I have to say I LOVE my QX30. I’m a woman, and this car feels like it was built for me. Don’t have to over reach for controls, and I feel like I’m in a cockpit. I have the Sport model, so it’s loaded - Nav, Handsfree, Awesome detailing in the interior. I had driven a Nissan Rogue for years which handled my Mom Duties like a pro, but I was ready for something a bit more fun and this car delivers! It’s zippy, tight handling, but I find the seats very comfortable especially with the adjustable lumbar support. I love my panoramic roof (this doesn’t open - just a giant glass ceiling), this makes the car feel roomier. I can see out of this car better than the Rogue so I don’t feel like my view is impeded...and the blind spot monitor is very sensitive. The gas mileage is the same as my Rogue. I live in an area that I drive 50 mph on average, so this car loves to gets up and go! With the back seats down, I can get a small coffee table and end table in. (Tried it, so I know!). My golf clubs fit snugly in the trunk with the seats up. If you’re looking for something fun, looks incredibly sharp (even the car wash attendant told me “Nice Wheels!” today), great sound system, and well made then this car is for you!
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What was I thinking...
Finito123, 02/24/2020
2018 INFINITI QX30 Luxury 4dr SUV w/Prod. End 5/18 (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I bought the 2018 Infiniti QX30 on a whim because I thought it was fun, fast and sporty looking, and the ink blue looked pretty sweet. None of those were good reasons to buy a brand new $34K car when I was going to be putting 80 miles / day on it as a daily driver. Fast forward 2 years and 43K miles: We try to put a baby carseat in the back - it fit, but only if the front passenger has their knees jammed (literally) into the dashboard. The stroller fit in the trunk, but took up ALL of the cargo space, so good luck if you need to get groceries. The paint scratches if you look at it funny (I got suckered into an extended warranty that, surprisingly, didn't cover it when the technician who applied the "protective coating" must have done so with a rough cloth because I had many spiderweb scratches from there on out). The transmission is clunky/jerky, not very good at low speeds or stop and go traffic. Gas mileage is decent at 23 mpg, but requires 93 premium gasoline, which even in this economy is always well over $3 a gallon. The cabin space itself feels cramped, and there is no place to put anything unless it is a standard issue bottle of water. There is a change compartment where the USB and power outlets are, 2 small cupholders, and a teeny console, also a very small glove box. The worst is that there is no place to put your sunglasses up by the rearview mirror! Finally, the "sporty suspension" creates a bumpy ride and super loud road noise. It comes as no surprise that Infiniti dropped production of the QX30 in mid-2019. They should really just issue a refund to those who purchased. I just traded mine in to go back to a CR-V and it is the BEST.
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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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