2021 INFINITI Q60 Review

　　

2021 INFINITI Q60 Review

byDan FrioReviews Editor

　　Dan spent many years covering the go-fast, look-good, get-loud corners of the automotive universe. First, he served as editor of enthusiast magazines AutoSound and Honda Tuning, then as executive editor at SEMA News, the publishing arm of the trade group that produces the annual SEMA Show (yes, that show). As a contributor to zzdcar, he now likes to keep the volume low and the speed limit legal, providing expert car-shopping advice to drivers looking for the perfect match.

　　Crisp lines and curving panels make the 2021 Infiniti Q60 one of the most eye-catching coupes out there. Its proportions, highlighted by a long hood and a short back end, also exude a car ready for sporty driving. Unfortunately, the Q60 doesn't quite deliver on the styling's promise of performance.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2021 INFINITI Q60 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 PURE

　　Q60 PURE

　　PURE 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7A) - $41,750 MSRPPURE 2dr Coupe AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7A) - $43,750 MSRPLUXE 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7A) (Most Popular) - $50,300 MSRPLUXE 2dr Coupe AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7A) - $52,300 MSRPRED SPORT 400 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7A) - $58,200 MSRPRED SPORT 400 2dr Coupe AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7A) - $60,200 MSRP

　　vs

　　$164/mo

　　Avg. Midsize Car

　　The Infiniti's strong V6 engine isn't the problem. Power and acceleration are effortless, especially in the high-performance Red Sport 400 trim that pumps out a strong 400 horsepower. But alongside its fresher contemporaries, the Q60 suffers from sluggish handling, a stale interior design and dated technology features. Infiniti only recently added Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connections, and the base trim Q60 lacks basic collision avoidance features common on most cars today.

　　It's an easy case to make that the Audi S5, BMW 4 Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class are better overall. But the Q60's sharp style and just-enough luxury for the price can make it a decent pick for a luxury coupe in 2021.

　　

Which Q60 does zzdcar recommend?

Simply seeking a sport coupe with style? You'll be best served by the Q60 Luxe. It provides a solid combination of luxury and price, and it can be tailored to taste with many of the top options. And if considering the Red Sport 400, avoid the ProActive package. It comes with a different steering system that lacks road feel and zaps much of the car's fun.

　　

2021 INFINITI Q60 models

The 2021 Infiniti Q60 is offered in three trim levels: Pure, Luxe and Red Sport 400. The Pure and Luxe come with a 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 engine (300 horsepower, 295 lb-ft of torque), while the Red Sport 400 gets the same V6 with more power (400 hp, 350 lb-ft). All Q60s are equipped with a seven-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. All-wheel drive is optional.

　　Pure

　　The base Pure trim comes with a well-rounded feature set that includes:

　　19-inch wheels LED headlights Keyless ignition and entry Remote start Heated mirrors Rain-sensing windshield wipers Simulated leather upholstery Power-adjustable front seats Dual-zone climate controlThe Q60 also comes with:

　　Dual-touchscreen infotainment interface (8-inch upper screen, 7-inch lower) Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration Satellite radio Six-speaker sound system Wi-Fi hotspot Luxe

　　The Luxe adds some extra comfort and tech features, including:  

　　Sunroof Leather upholstery Heated front seats Heated steering wheel 13-speaker Bose sound system 360-degree camera system (gives you a top-down view of the Q60 and its surroundings for tight parking situations) Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane) Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Q60 and the car in front) Forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking (warns if a front impact is imminent and applies the brakes if you don't respond in time) Optional on the Luxe trim level is the Essential package, which adds:

　　Power-adjustable steering wheel Driver-seat position memory (seat, side mirrors and steering wheel settings) Cabin air purifier Navigation systemRed Sport 400

　　Aside from a more powerful V6, the high-performance Red Sport 400 adds:

　　20-inch wheels Performance tires Upgraded brakes Sport-tuned suspension Sport front seats Contents of the Luxe's Essential package Transmission shift paddlesThe optional ProActive package for the Red Sport 400 adds more driver assistance and safety features, such as:

　　Adaptive headlights (swivel as you turn the steering wheel for better illumination in curves) Blind-spot intervention (automatically steers the car back into its lane if you try to change lanes while a car is in the vehicle's blind spot) Direct adaptive steering (electronically enhances steering feel and response) Lane departure mitigation (warns you of a lane departure when a turn signal isn't used and can automatically steer to maintain lane position) Lane keeping system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)

　　

2021 Q60 Highlights

Type: RED SPORT 400CoupeCoupe

　　Trim: PURELUXERED SPORT 400PURE

　　

Base MSRP	$41,750
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