2018-INFINITI-Q50

Overview

The 2018 Infiniti Q50 is an overall fantastic luxury car by Infiniti. This car is known for its sleek and stylish design while not giving up power and convenience. Remaining one of its most popular choices, the Q50 continues to live up and outperform the most current vehicles.

Pricing

You’ll find that the average price of a new 2018 Infiniti Q50 ranges from $35,200 to 42,650, depending on the trim.

The 2.0t Pure is $35,200 for rear-wheel drive and $37,200 for all-wheel drive. The 3.0t Luxe is $39,150 for rear-wheel drive and $41,150 for all-wheel drive, and the 3.0t Sport model is $40,650 for rear-wheel drive and $42,650 for all-wheel drive.

Customizable options change the price but provide additional safety features and stylistic choices.

MPG

The 2.0t Pure is EPA rated at 25 city/highway combined, the 3.0t Luxe is 23 combined, and the 3.0t Sport is 23 combined.

Pros & Cons

Here is a quick summary of the 2018 Infiniti Q50’s pros and cons.

Pros:

  • Available in RWD or AWD models.
  • Fully automatic.
  • Five seats and eight-way adjustable seats with heating.

Cons:

  • No Android Auto or Apple CarPlay.
  • No touch screen for the navigation system.
  • Outdated infotainment and basic interior.

Performance

The Q50 is a fantastic luxury vehicle with an amazing V6 twin-turbo engine to back it up. Nearing up to 400 horsepower, the Q50 can reach 60 mph in less than 9 seconds.

With a built-in navigation system and an entire panel, driving to any location is easy and free of stress.

The Q50 provides safety features—such as front and rear parking sensors, forward collision warning, and lane assist—that allow the vehicle to give extra ease of mind to its driver.

Interior & Comfort

The 2018 Q50 has beautiful leather power seats and a simplistic yet premium interior to match its quality and style. Eight-way adjustable seats and heat adjustment allow for a customizable sitting experience.

The Q50 can fit four people comfortably; five if you’re pushing for extra room. Additionally, keyless entry allows for convenience on entry and exit of the vehicle.

Technology & Infotainment

Steering wheel audio controls allow users to answer calls, change songs, and manage audio levels without taking their hands off the wheel. Since the Q50 also sports a Bose sound system, it’s no slouch in the audio department.

Users can adjust vehicle controls and menus while not forging their navigation system using a dual-screen, an eight-inch top display, and a seven-inch bottom display.

Unfortunately, where the Q50 starts to show its age is in the design of the infotainment system. The graphic quality of the panels is less than impressive, and the lack of support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay leaves the user with the barebones minimum that Infiniti provides.

A simple fix to the infotainment system would be the addition of third-party software such as Apple CarPlay.

Reviews

The Q50 is Infiniti’s best-selling model, outmatching even its newer top-of-the-line options. User reviews boast about its excellent driving assistance systems and style factor.

It creates such a fantastic experience for the user at a competitive price. Overall, customer reviews are positive, with very few complaints about the Q50.

The overall complaints about the car come from its outdated infotainment. Not supporting Android Auto and Apple CarPlay leaves the 2018 Infiniti Q50 with limited accessibility and features.

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