Overview & Reviews
The Infiniti Q50 effectively replaces the Infiniti's popular G series entry-level luxury sport sedan. And just like the G, the Q50 offers an appealing combination of luxury, performance and value wrapped up in handsome styling.
Although the luxury sport sedan segment has historically been dominated by elite German nameplates, the Infiniti Q50 holds its own against these typically pricier models. It also comes with the latest high-tech features, and there's an available hybrid model as well.
Current Infiniti Q50 Specs
The Infiniti Q50 entry-level luxury sport sedan debuted for the 2014 model year. It's powered by either a 3.7-liter V6 with 328 horsepower and 269 pound-feet of torque or, in the case of the hybrid version, a 3.5-liter V6 and a 50-kilowatt electric motor, which provide a total output of 354 hp. All Q50s come with a seven-speed automatic transmission, and rear-wheel drive is standard. All-wheel drive is optional. The regular Q50 comes in base, Premium and Sport trim levels, while the Q50 Hybrid comes only in the upper two trims.
Standard feature highlights on the base trim include keyless ignition/entry, dual-zone automatic climate control and eight-way power front seats. Also included are an electronics interface with twin touchscreen displays, smartphone app integration, Bluetooth phone/audio connectivity, a rearview camera and a six-speaker sound system.
Premium trims also feature a sunroof, heated front seats, leather upholstery (on the hybrid only), a 14-speaker Bose sound system and a multimedia monitor/display, while the Sport adds a sport-tuned suspension, 19-inch alloy wheels with summer performance tires, leather seating (for non-hybrid Q50 sedans), a sport driver seat and paddle shifters. The hybrid also includes Infiniti's Direct Adaptive Steering (which offers four different steering responsiveness settings) and a power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel. Option highlights include a navigation system, a 360-degree camera parking system, a 60/40 split-folding rear seat and various safety features such as blind-spot warning and front and rear collision warning.
On the move, the Q50 has been somewhat of a disappointment for us. While acceleration is strong, ultimate handling ability on non-Sport trims is hobbled by all-season tires that don't offer the grip we'd expect from this otherwise athletic sedan. Ride quality is similarly mixed. Although the Q50 ably damps out larger bumps and ruts, it gets fidgety on roads with minor imperfections.
Beyond these issues, however, the Infiniti Q50 stands strong thanks to its well-trimmed and comfortable cabin, roomy trunk, user-friendly high-tech features and the impressive fuel economy of the hybrid model. It's worth a good look if you're shopping for a sport-oriented entry-level luxury sedan.
Used Infiniti Q50 Models
The Infiniti Q50 was all-new for 2014. If you're looking at used cars, though, many of the Q50's qualities can be found in its predecessor, the Infiniti G sedan.
User Reviews:
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Great car! Love it so far! - 2016 Infiniti Q50
By John Feiveson - May 6 - 7:14 am -
2016 Q50 Red Sport Awd - 2016 Infiniti Q50
By TRod - March 16 - 12:03 pmi had fun with my 2015 q50 premium awd but am having a blast with my 2016 q50 red sport. i got mine with the premium plus package which includes remote start which is very useful for these cold NJ winters. handling and performance are wayyyyy better. i love the rims, tires couldve been slightly better tho. car takes off forreal, thing is a rocket. #TeamInfiniti
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Excellent car with amazing performance - 2016 Infiniti Q50
By Red - March 14 - 5:01 pmMy car is fully loaded with all options available. The car has an amazing acceleration and no Turbo lag whatsoever. I am getting used to the DAS system and dont mind at all. The only complaints I have is no Android Auto or Apple Carplay which is ridiculous nowadays and no ventilated seats. This car is flying under the radar and not too many people know about it and I like it. So far no mechanical issues but my mileage is still low. Gas mileage is a crappy 20 mpg, however, I think its worth the fun.
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A Drivers car - 2015 Infiniti Q50
By ghtrum - November 19 - 5:42 pmIf you are a drivers driver, you should try this car. In this price range, I consider this a better value than competitors like BMW. Truth: 19 inch tires, upgraded brakes, Premium, RWD drive. I purposedly chose the NON drive by wire, as I had a really BAD experience with another Infiniti that had drive by wire. The NON drive by wire, has excellent road manners, great steering control and road feel, great shift points, and wonderful braking. I find myself in tight turns still able to make micro shifts to the curve such that the line I have picked out is more efficiently used. (It took 1200 miles and 3 months to get to the present performance and appreciation for my part) Though there are two taller gears than the Coupe model, I find the accleration and shift points to be more than adequate. Though others have found the dual electronics screen distracting, I have found the opposite. With most things you need to do, like change the audio device or radio station, there are 2 or 3 ways to get it done. I find that I can keep my attention on my driving, while my fingers find a handy device to make the change. The car seats will appeal to most people, but I can only give them 4/5. I only have two negatives: I hate run flat tires (bumpy, noisy), and I do not like how totally quiet the cabinet is. There is barely any exhaust note or engine tone I can hear inside the cabin. The G37 coupe is more appealling in that regard. I bought the car with several misgivings, but they have mostly gone away, replaced by a real appreciation for this car that melds with my driving needs.
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Marvelous! - 2015 Infiniti Q50
By Sarah - October 29 - 7:53 amWow, Infiniti AWD Q50 is absolutely beautiful, powerful, and luxurious! The options of ECO mode, sports mode, and snow mode make it a great combination of safe, fast, powerful, and just impressive. Love my Infiniti!
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Marvelous! - 2015 Infiniti Q50
By Sarah - October 29 - 7:53 amWow, Infiniti AWD Q50 is absolutely beautiful, powerful, and luxurious! The options of ECO mode, sports mode, and snow mode make it a great combination of safe, fast, powerful, and just impressive. Love my Infiniti!
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Surprise! - 2015 Infiniti Q50
By Rx4brdm - October 13 - 12:30 pmI shopped around, not only in this category but others. With the great lease deal I came to my decision on the Q50S AWD AWD. Its been about a month and still no buyers remorse. True its quite a bit different than the MkVI VW GTI, but there are only two things I miss, the hatchback and the manual transmission. I know, completely different category of vehicles but the GTI is what I traded in on the deal. The infotech is still taking some getting used to but I just feel downright spoiled every day I drive it. Oh, and just pressing a button to lock the doors and start the car. That 7500 RPM redline, AWD, comfort, and luxuries. Still cant believe I got a chance to own one. One warning, the tires are run-flats but that doesnt mean that theyre indestructible, got a flat at the 2000 mile mark, $425 to replace!!! When the opportunity arises they will be replaced with regular tires.
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Surprise! - 2015 Infiniti Q50
By Rx4brdm - October 13 - 12:30 pmI shopped around, not only in this category but others. With the great lease deal I came to my decision on the Q50S AWD AWD. Its been about a month and still no buyers remorse. True its quite a bit different than the MkVI VW GTI, but there are only two things I miss, the hatchback and the manual transmission. I know, completely different category of vehicles but the GTI is what I traded in on the deal. The infotech is still taking some getting used to but I just feel downright spoiled every day I drive it. Oh, and just pressing a button to lock the doors and start the car. That 7500 RPM redline, AWD, comfort, and luxuries. Still cant believe I got a chance to own one. One warning, the tires are run-flats but that doesnt mean that theyre indestructible, got a flat at the 2000 mile mark, $425 to replace!!! When the opportunity arises they will be replaced with regular tires.
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Great luxury for price - 2017 Infiniti Q50
By J - September 11 - 10:12 amCompared to other luxury brands you can’t beat the price.
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Sporty Sport Sedan - 2017 Infiniti Q50
By Michael Schaaff - August 26 - 11:49 pmGreat car overall. Steering needs a little getting used to. As quoted by Infiniti "A World’s First Technology, INFINITI’s Direct Adaptive Steering® (DAS) removes the mechanical connection between the steering wheel and tires". Fun to drive and the 3.0t engine definitely provides more than enough power.
