2025 Infiniti QX55 Comments: There are many styles but few styles

Infiniti is looking for her own The next big eventEssence After years of attention, the company hopes that the 2025 QX80 will be a model that persuades wealthy buyers. But the brand did not challenge the former champion car, but was bet on SUVs in 2025. What is one of its main products? QX55.

This cross -border coupe was launched as a new member of the series two years ago. Infiniti marketers called it the spiritual successor of the FX series. Is its mission? Combining exercise and comfort to attract the attention of luxury buyers and win favor.

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This is a big goal for a field full of competitive rival. After using it for a week, it feels more like a car that came out a few years ago. In the end, QX55 is a very pleasant cross -border coupe, but it can be regarded as the only way to be regarded as the leader of the market segment is all other cars we forget its competitors.

Speed

This is the last thing I expected. Before looking at the number, look at the appearance of the car itself. The shape is very attractive, aggressive, and very different. Take the hood as an example. Those who are just browse quickly will miss a really interesting detail. Pay attention to every edge of the metal board. On both sides of the car, the hood will not form a closed line next to the mud board like almost all other cars.

On the contrary, it actually hangs on the edge of the mud board, and the headlights float above it. This creates a more striking body line, connects the front light to the artificial ventilatory port on the mud board, and the artificial ventilating port on the mud board itself leads to the waistline of the car. It also creates a kind of power convex in the front of the SUV, which increases the sense of movement and performance.

The tail is a bit crowded to me, but it is easy to see the inspiration of FX. Tail lights are also very attractive. In general, the entire set stood out from the crowd. Under this exquisite suit made of metal boards and plastic, things have become a bit skewed.

Unveil the hood

The 2.0 -liter turbocharged four -cylinder engine of this SUV can generate 268 hp (199 kW) power and 280 pounds (379 Nm) torque. For any car that is selling today, these numbers are completely acceptable.

At the same time, for those who still remember 280 horsepower, which still launched in the early 2000s, are not really amazing. Of course, FX has never approached the level of QX in terms of fuel economy.

The best results in FX are 19 miles/gallon in 2012. QX55 reaches 22 miles/gallon in cities, 28 miles/gallons on highways, and 25 miles/gallon here by 2024. The reason why it can do this is partly because it uses a stepless gearbox and a full -wheel drive setting towards the front -wheel drive. These aspects have reduced its sports performance, but this is just one of the many signs of this cross -border car.

It is worth noting that this is the only available transmission system in QX55. There are no other engines, gearboxes or drivers to choose from. The model starts at $ 50,150, but our test car is the Sensory model with a starting price of $ 58,500. If the option is added, the proposed retail price of our car will be $ 62,725.

Organic hut

The word “smooth” is used to describe the cockpit design concept of QX55. Lack of straight lines and the sound of organic curves is loud. The door card is rich in wooden decorative parts, branches to the instrument panel, and then passes through another door. In the middle of the instrument panel decoration, you will find a small information entertainment screen, which mainly accommodates one or two main display.

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The content that users can place on this screen are very limited. They need to choose one or two main functions, such as navigation, media, weather or other functions. Below the screen is another screen with additional functions and some options to control the screen. In addition, Infiniti also generously use physical buttons and switches to control functions such as climate control and media control.

The center console is equipped with a sliding gear selection knob, and there is a driver mode selector below it. Then, on the right, the passenger will find a control knob with several buttons, which can navigate the information entertainment system without using a touch screen. I am glad to see any brand that provides a variety of ways to interact with systems.

At the same time, there are still many shortcomings in the information entertainment system itself. It is a bit slow and not very intuitive. Considering how many brands choose large expansion settings today, the division screen is also a strange choice.

On the other hand, the seat is very comfortable. Although it does not have the super exquisite stitching or interior of the competitors at the same price, the seats are very supportive, and the functions of heating and ventilation are fast and effective. The rear seats are also supportive, but the head space is very cramped due to the roof line of the coupe style.

After these, you will find that 27 cubic feet of storage space is actually matched with the storage space of the old FX35. The most important thing is that the large opening of the rear cabin has made the loading and unloading of the cargo area very easy.

Driving impression

Driving QX55 is a very unique experience. The chassis maintains a good balance when the long corner, but it will be a little uneasy when the direction changes rapidly. The steering is very light, but it is not numb, although we prefer to be more heavier. The field of vision is very good, the sight is clear, and the rearview mirror almost eliminates blind spots.

The engine is actually not a problem. No, it is not as linear or attractive as power -like or naturally aspirated engines, but no one will blame the car to weak or slow. It only takes less than 7 seconds from static acceleration to 60 miles/h (96 km/h). The braking is also very good, with firm and linear feedback.

The place where QX55 really starts to deviate from the target is where the throttle combination plays. Yes, it is fast enough for modern transportation, but compared with other cars of the same level, its playful, interesting or true sporty is far from each other. I will introduce it later. The VC-Turbo engine of this car actually changed its compression ratio, which is an incredible technology.

Under low loads, it can produce a 14: 1 compression ratio to achieve the best fuel economy. Under high load, it will become 8: 1, while monitoring and managing appropriate pressure pressure pressure. Real things happen on CVT. Although this gearbox (if we can even call it so) does not have the function of some drones, it is not what I call “Snappy”.

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This means that when you shift from daily to try to dance in the canyon, the QX55 will have a mechanical delay, which can be clearly seen from the driver’s seat. It is true that few buyers will vigorously promote this kind of cross -border products, but those who do so may eventually be disappointed.

competition

About two decades ago, Infiniti could have largely accounted for this cross -border coupe luxury market. But now, it is competing with competitors such as Genesis GV70, Mercedes GLC and even Porsche Macan. Even if we pretend that these cars do not exist, the Audi Q5, BMW X4 and X3, and Lexus RX are still competing for such markets.

In fact, the Lexus RX seems to be the most like Infiniti’s goal here. RX is not a real sports type, but priority to fuel economy and comfort. Although imitation may be the most sincere vinguction, Infiniti wants to compare with RX in terms of luxury, reliability or practicality, and there is still a long way to go.

Other parts of the market seem to be more concentrated. BMW, Mercedes -Benz and Audi are more luxurious than QX55. They are also more attractive. Porsche Macan is obviously at different levels, although the starting price is the same as the highest price of Infiniti. Jeanns is undoubtedly the best in the market segment. This makes QX55 find something you are good at. At present, it seems to only prepare to snatch the hearts of those who are not loyal to the brand.

Where will Infiniti go?

The tricky of this car is that Infiniti has produced a very good performance -oriented SUV in the past. The FX series is eye -catching and fashionable, and Infiniti has even used it in the marketing of QX55. The content is as follows: “The FX series has been praised by its performance. The same non-compromise method prompts Infiniti to design the world’s first mass-produced VC-Turbo engine-the standard configuration of Infiniti QX55.”

No car is really not compromised. But in fact, the number of QX55 is too large, especially compared with competitors, which has reduced its attractiveness to competitors.

So what is the correct secret of success? Back to the drawing board, keep in mind the true meaning of respecting FX, rather than simply use it for marketing purposes. The FX series platform is closely related to Nissan 350Z and Infiniti G35. These are the signs of enthusiasts, and FX also benefit from their motor genes.

FX’s uniqueness is not just excellent chassis. In fact, the QX55 feels flexible enough, but it lacks the elements that make FX stand out: the transmission system that is truly attractive.

FX35 has the same V6 engine as 350Z. Buyers can even buy only rear -wheel drive models. Then there is FX45 equipped with a 4.5 -liter V8 engine. Later, Infiniti was equipped with a street legal V8 car engine in the FX50.

What happened to this passion and performance of Infiniti cross -border cars? No matter where it goes, you need to come back as soon as possible. The brand and its parent company Nissan is in trouble. Caring for the needs of the rich requires a product at least in one or more meaningful aspects than competitors.

judgment

QX55 is a very comfortable cross -border car, but it is not outstanding except for the simple appearance design. It is not fast or attractive enough to become a serious performer. Its space is not spacious enough to become a practical SUV. The most important thing is that the cabin and technology seem to be released soon.

The raw materials of Nissan and Infiniti are here. These brands have proved the secrets they know about success in the past. This largely means a more targeted product, not a product that tries to make many different things at the same time. I hope that Infiniti can find some magic for the FX series.

Picture source: Stephen and Casey Rivers/Infiniti