2019 INFINITI Q60 Review

　　

zzdcar' Expert Review

byCalvin KimVehicle Test Engineer

　　Calvin Kim is an automotive journalist at zzdcar.

　　

What's new

More standard features for 20192.0t Luxe and 3.0t Sport trims have been discontinuedPart of the second Q60 generation introduced in 2017

　　When you look at the 2019 Infiniti Q60 coupe's long hood and stylish design, it might be hard to believe that it's based on a sedan. Yet Infiniti did a nice job of keeping the good bits from the related Q50 sedan while simultaneously smoothing out the roofline and getting rid of two doors. In our opinion, this is one of the best-looking luxury coupes out right now.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2019 INFINITI Q60 3.0t PURE 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.78 per gallon for premium unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$205/mo  for Q60 3.0t PURE

　　Q60 3.0t PURE

　　3.0t PURE 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7A) - $40,850 MSRP3.0t PURE 2dr Coupe AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7A) - $42,850 MSRP3.0t LUXE 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7A) (Most Popular) - $45,000 MSRP3.0t LUXE 2dr Coupe AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7A) - $47,000 MSRPRED SPORT 400 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7A) - $55,000 MSRPRED SPORT 400 2dr Coupe AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7A) - $57,000 MSRP

　　vs

　　$164/mo

　　Avg. Midsize Car

　　For 2019, Infiniti has also made it more appealing. The base four-cylinder engine has been discontinued, so that means all Q60s come with a torquey V6 engine. Three trims provide buyers with varying degrees of amenities. The top Red Sport trim adds a heaping dose of performance due to an upgraded engine, an adaptive suspension and more powerful brakes. But regardless of trim, drivers will enjoy smooth on-road manners.

　　On the inside, the Q60 has comfortable front seats and respectable materials quality. We're less impressed by the overall interior design, which looks somewhat dated. Another drawback is the infotainment system. The dual-screen configuration is cumbersome to use and lacks the latest smartphone connectivity that pretty much all competitors have.

　　If you're looking for a stylish and sporty coupe that's reasonably priced, the 2019 Infiniti Q60 is worth a look. But those seeking engaging handling or best-in-class technology would do better to consider rivals such as the Audi A5 or S5 or the Mercedes C-Class coupe.

　　

zzdcar' Expert Rating

　　

Trim tested

　　zzdcar has not yet rated this vehicle, but we have limited experience with an Infiniti Q60 Red Sport 400 (turbo 3.0L V6 | 7-speed automatic | RWD).

　　

Driving

　　Although we like the standard turbo V6, the Red Sport's engine is outstanding and has plenty of power for all occasions. We're less fond of the optional Direct Adaptive Steering system, which feels overly disconnected and artificial. Without it, the Q60's handling is secure.

　　

Comfort

　　The seats are good for road trips, though tall folks will find the seating position on the high side. The ride is firm but never harsh, and the damping is spot-on at higher speeds. The tires transmit what little noise is heard in the cabin.

　　

Interior

　　You'll find an unusually high number of materials in the cabin but plenty of soft touch points. Access to the front seats is easy and space is plentiful — not so much for the back seats, which are too small to really be usable.

　　

Utility

　　The trunk is small, even for a luxury coupe. There aren't many places in the cabin to swallow normal clutter — just cupholders, a modest console bin and shallow, plasticky door pockets.

　　

Technology

　　The dual-screen layout is showing its age, with the map graphics looking dated and the screens apparently from different eras. The lower touchscreen gives quick responses and has a reasonably intuitive screen flow. Many gray icons on certain screens are puzzling.

　　

Which Q60 does zzdcar recommend?

　　The 3.0t Luxe would be our pick. While its set of features isn't much different than the Pure's, it does provide access to more options. The Essential package is, as the name implies, worth getting. Also check out the ProAssist package for its added safety-related features.

　　

2019 INFINITI Q60 models

　　The 2019 Infiniti Q60 comes in three trim levels: 3.0t Pure, 3.0t Luxe and Red Sport 400. As the base model, Pure offers a decent collection of features. The Luxe adds a premium stereo plus greater access to optional packages. The Red Sport 400 stands out with its powerful engine and sport-tuned suspension. All Q60s are equipped with a seven-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. All-wheel drive is optional.

　　The 3.0t Pure is equipped with a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine (300 horsepower, 295 pound-feet of torque) and comes with 19-inch wheels, LED headlights and foglights, heated mirrors, keyless ignition and entry, dual-zone automatic climate control, power-adjustable front seats, simulated-leather upholstery, Bluetooth, a dual-touchscreen infotainment interface (8-inch upper screen, 7-inch lower), two USB ports, and a six-speaker sound system with satellite radio.

　　Stepping up to the 3.0t Luxe adds a sunroof, a 13-speaker Bose audio system that includes HD radio, auto-dimming rearview mirror, and forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking.

　　While the Luxe doesn't bestow much additional standard equipment, it does grant access to options not available on the Pure. The Essential package adds auto-dimming outside mirrors, a power-adjustable and heated steering wheel, heated front seats, driver-seat memory settings, and Infiniti InTouch emergency communications services and a navigation system. An available Leather Seating package adds leather upholstery, while the ProAssist package includes front and rear parking sensors, a surround-view parking camera system, blind-spot monitoring, reverse automatic braking, and automatic wipers.

　　The Red Sport 400 sits atop the 2019 Q60 lineup and delivers the most potent performance of any Q60 variant. It's equipped with a 3.0-liter V6 engine (400 hp, 350 lb-ft), 20-inch wheels, performance tires and more powerful brakes. It also has the contents of the Essential and Leather Seating packages. In addition, you get ambient interior lighting, paddle shifters, sport front seats and carbon-fiber trim pieces.

　　Two option packages are available on the Red Sport: the ProAssist package and the ProActive package. The ProActive package includes adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning and lane centering, adaptive headlights with auto high beams, an air purifier, and electronically controlled steering (Infiniti's Direct Adaptive Steering).

　　

2019 Q60 Highlights

Type: RED SPORT 400CoupeCoupe

　　Trim: 3.0t PURE3.0t LUXERED SPORT 4003.0t PURE

　　

Base MSRP	$40,850
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	22 MPG
Cost to Drive	$205/month
Seating	4 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	8.7 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 60,000 miles