2022 INFINITI Q60 RED SPORT 400

　　

2022 INFINITI Q60 Review

byMichael CantuCorrespondent

　　Michael Cantu has worked in the automotive industry since 2014. He has written over 800 car-related articles and tested and reviewed over 100 vehicles over the course of his career. Michael is a contributor at zzdcar and has also contributed to MotorTrend, Digital Trends and InsideEVs. Michael was featured on a few InsideEVs YouTube channel videos on the topic of electric vehicles. Michael was a MotorTrend Car of the Year judge for 2019 and was a driver in MotorTrend's World's Greatest Drag Races 7 & 8.

　　The second-generation Q60 is showing its age against European rivals, but the Infiniti is still one of the sharpest-looking models in the luxury coupe segment. It's also one of the most affordable. The Q60 is the coupe version of the Q50 sedan and has one of the lowest starting prices in the brand's lineup, just above the QX50 SUV.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2022 INFINITI Q60 RED SPORT 400 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

　　$204/mo  for Q60 RED SPORT 400

　　Q60 RED SPORT 400

　　RED SPORT 400 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7A) (Most Popular) - $58,200 MSRPRED SPORT 400 2dr Coupe AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7A) - $60,200 MSRP

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　　$165/mo

　　Avg. Midsize Car

　　If the Q60 drove as well as it looks, it'd be a riot to drive. But it doesn't. The majority of owners will be pleased with how it rides and responds to driver input, but those wanting a sharp-handling back road carver should look elsewhere. The Q60's base engine offers plenty of grunt, and the optional Red Sport 400's power is impressive. Those in colder climates will appreciate the premium coupe's optional all-wheel-drive system offered on all trims.

　　The Q60 has some stiff competition — rivals include the Audi A5, BMW 4 Series and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class coupe. The Europeans cost more, but they also have more to offer. Still, the high value proposition means the Q60 shouldn't be overlooked.

　　

Which Q60 does zzdcar recommend?

The Q60's Pure trim has an appealing starting price for a premium coupe, but buyers should opt for the midlevel Luxe trim in order to get more advanced driver aids, heated front seats, a Bose audio system and leather upholstery (versus faux leather).

　　

INFINITI Q60 models

The 2022 Infiniti Q60 is available in Pure, Luxe and Red Sport 400 trim levels. A turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine producing 300 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque powers the Pure and Luxe. The Red Sport 400 packs a more powerful version of the same engine, offering 400 hp and 350 lb-ft. A seven-speed automatic is the only transmission choice. Rear-wheel drive is standard, and all-wheel drive is optional.

　　Pure

　　The base Pure trim comes well equipped with features that include:

　　19-inch wheels LED headlights Keyless ignition and entry Dual center touchscreens Wireless Apple CarPlay integration Android Auto integration (cable required) Leather-wrapped steering wheel Power-folding and heated mirrors Synthetic leather upholstery Power-adjustable front seatsThe Pure trim comes with one advanced driver aid:

　　Automatic emergency braking (warns if a front impact is imminent and applies the brakes if you don't respond in time) Luxe

　　The Luxe adds extra comfort and tech features, including: 

　　Sunroof Leather upholstery Ambient lighting Heated front seats Heated steering wheel 13-speaker Bose audio system 360-degree camera system (gives you a top-down view of the Q60 and its surroundings for tight parking situations) Adjustable side seat bolsters High beam assistAdvanced driver aids in the Luxe trim include:

　　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) Automatic emergency braking (warns if a front impact is imminent and applies the brakes if you don't respond in time) Blind-spot monitor (alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot) Rear automatic braking (applies the brakes automatically to avoid an imminent collision with an object behind the vehicle) The optional Essential package for the Luxe trim adds:

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

　　Besides a more powerful V6 engine, the high-performance Red Sport 400 adds:

　　20-inch wheels Performance tires (rear-wheel drive only) Upgraded brakes Adaptive 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)

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