The 2018 Infiniti Q50 has been redesigned for a more stylish and sportier appeal. While the exterior of this luxurious compact sedan has been tweaked for a more modern-day vehicle look, the interior has been completely revamped with new technologies and latest convenience features.
The designers at Infiniti have paid attention to even the most minor details to make sure that the all-new Infiniti Q50 stands out in the competitive luxury sedan segment. On one hand, the luxury sedan comes with latest technologies that improve the in-cabin experience and on the other, Infiniti has added advanced driver assistance technologies to elevate the driving experience and improve the safety rating of the vehicle.
As for the performance, the 2018 Infiniti Q50 offers an option between three powerful turbocharged engines and a hybrid trim so that the Infiniti enthusiasts have plenty of options to choose from. This powerful sedan merges superior performance with latest comfort and convenience features to deliver a memorable ride every single time.
Here is a review of the 2018 Infiniti Q50 available in the UAE with a closer look at its new design, performance, safety features and a lot more.
Design of the 2018 Infiniti Q50
The 2018 Infiniti Q50 has been redesigned for a more refined and stylish exterior that stands out. The front fascia of the vehicle has received the majority of design updates while the interior has been completely revamped for a more luxurious in-cabin experience.
Exterior
The 2018 Infiniti Q50 has been face-lifted to make the front fascia of the sedan more prominent, yet at the same time, the designers at Infiniti have ensured that the vehicle retains the elegance that this compact sedan is known for. At first glance, the Infiniti enthusiasts will notice that the new sharper grille now has angular edges for a cleaner and fresher look.
Below the new grille is a slim air dam with wider and taller air intakes to enhance the engine cooling function of the vehicle. The front and rear bumpers have been reshaped for sportier and more stylish appeal while the sharp lines and sculpted curves ensure that the vehicle retains its classy sedan look. The distinctive two Multi-Mode Jeweled Headlamps with LED Daytime Running Lights are still present at the front of the vehicle to maintain the signature Infiniti style statement.
From the sides, the sedan looks very athletic, thanks to the presence of muscular fenders and wide shoulders. The low and wide stance of the vehicle is further accentuated by the 17-inch Split-spoke alloy wheels that have been fitted with all-season performance run-flat tyres. All in all, the overall aerodynamics ensure that the sedan faces less air resistance so that it can cut through the air more fluidly than ever before.
The exterior of the 2018 Infiniti Q50 is available in 4 colors that are Black Obsidian, Pure White, Liquid Platinum and Graphite Shadow.
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Interior
The interior of the 2018 Infiniti Q50 has been completely redesigned to offer a more comfortable and luxurious in-cabin experience to its occupants. With the addition of advanced technologies and latest luxury features, the cabin of the all-new Infiniti Q50 stands out in the segment.
In front of the driver is a leather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel with shift knob and driver controls. The cabin features design elements such as premium leather trim and real-wood accents for a luxurious appeal.
As for the in-cabin technologies and features, the 2018 Infiniti Q50 has been fitted with Dual-zone Automatic Temperature Control, 8-way Power Adjustable Front Seats, 6-speaker Audio System, Bluetooth, SiriusXM Satellite Radio, 8-inch LCD Display, 7-inch Color Vehicle Information Display, Infiniti Voice Recognition and a lot more.
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Performance of the 2018 Infiniti Q50
The all-new Infiniti Q50 is a rear-wheel drive compact sedan that is available with three turbocharged engine options as well as a hybrid trim. This sedan is also available with an “intelligent all-wheel drive” that instantly adapts to the changing driving conditions and can send up to 50% of the available power to the front wheels for enhanced traction. When the driver does not need all-wheel drive, this system will automatically send 100% of the power to the rear wheels for a more responsive driving experience.
Engine Options
The first engine option available is a 2.0-litre Inline 4-Cylinder Turbocharged engine that is paired with an Electronically Controlled 7-speed automatic transmission. This engine is capable of producing 208 horsepower and 350Nm of torque and allows the Q50 to go from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 7.2 seconds with a top speed of 240 Km/h. With this engine, the 2018 Infiniti Q50 has a fuel efficiency of 13.7 Km/L.
The second engine option available is a 3.0-litre Twin Turbocharged V6 engine that has been paired with the same 7-speed automatic transmission. This powerful engine is capable of generating 300 horsepower and 400Nm of torque and enables the 2018 Q50to go from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 5.5 seconds with a top speed of 250 Km/h. With this engine, the 2018 Infiniti Q50 has a fuel efficiency of 11.8 Km/L.
The third engine option is a 3.6-litre Twin Turbocharged V6 engine that is exclusively available on the Red Sport trim and is paired with a 7-speed automatic transmission. The engineers at Infiniti have tuned this engine to generate 400 horsepower and 474Nm of torque, which enable the vehicle to go from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 4.7 seconds and have a top speed of 250 Km/h. With this engine, the 2018 Infiniti Q50 has a fuel efficiency of 10.5 Km/L.
The 2018 Infiniti Q50 Hybrid is powered by a 3.5-litre V6 engine with INFINITI Direct Response Hybrid technology and a 50 kW electric motor. This engine is paired with a 7-speed automatic transmission and can produce 360 horsepower and 536Nm of torque. With this powertrain, the all-new Infiniti Q50 can go from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 5.1 seconds with a top speed of 250 Km/h. The 2018 Infiniti Q50 offers a fuel efficiency of 12.8 Km/L with the hybrid powertrain.
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Safety Features
The 2018 Infiniti Q50 has been fitted with the latest safety features and technologies to ensure that occupants are safe in the sedan at all times. Infiniti has added a wide variety of advanced driver assistance technologies so that the driver gets a confidence boost while driving and always remains in control of the vehicle.
Some of the standout safety features in the 2018 Infiniti Q50 include:
- Hill Start Assist
- Active Trace Control
- Predictive Forward Collision Warning
- Forward Emergency Braking
- Direct Adaptive Steering
- Lane Departure Prevention
- Active Lane Control
- Around View Monitor with Moving Object Detection
- Backup Collision Intervention
- Zone Body construction with Front And Rear Crumple Zones
- Electronic Brake force Distribution
- Brake Assist
- 4-wheel Anti-lock Braking System
- Vehicle Dynamic Control
- Traction Control System
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Front Seat Pre-Crash Seat Belts
- Backup Collision Intervention
- Cruise Control
- Blind Spot Warning and Intervention
The optional safety features in the 2018 Infiniti Q50 are:
- Intelligent Cruise Control (Full-Speed Range)
- Distance Control Assist
Price of the 2018 Infiniti Q50 in the UAE
The 2018 Infiniti Q50 is a luxury compact sedan that is already available in the UAE with multiple trim levels and three engine options as well as a hybrid powertrain option. The starting price of the 2018 Infiniti Q50 with 2.0-litre 4-Cylinder engine is AED 152,250, the 2018 Infiniti Q50 with V6 engine is available at a starting price of AED 178,500 while the initial price of the 2018 Infiniti Q50 Red Sport is AED 195,500.
The starting price of the 2018 Infiniti Q50 Hybrid is AED 230,500. The prices can go higher with the optional features and technologies selected.
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