Competes with: Audi Q5, Lincoln Corsair, Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe
Seems to be like: Infiniti is full-on embracing the coupelike SUV development, a la 2003
Powertrain: Turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 268 horsepower and 280 pounds-feet of torque and repeatedly variable computerized transmission; all-wheel drive
Hits dealerships: Spring 2021
SUVs are nonetheless using a reputation wave, and so, too, is a subset of the category: the coupelike SUV. Infiniti is the most recent model to ape the swoopy roofline pioneered by the likes of BMW’s X6 and Infiniti’s authentic FX SUV. The luxurious model says the 2022 QX55 is the religious successor to that swoopy, angular FX.
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Exterior
The compact SUV’s dramatic styling positively calls to thoughts the FX, which first went on sale for the 2003 mannequin yr. To wit, the QX55 wears an identical steeply sloped rear roofline, raked rear window and creased physique to create an attention grabbing silhouette.
In entrance, it wears a model of the model’s double-arch grille, with an origami-inspired mesh sample. Infiniti says the usual LED headlights mimic the form of a human eye. Bracketing the face are deep-set foglights trimmed in gloss black. In again, horizontal taillights with a piano-key design stretch beneath the window pillar.
Twenty-inch wheels are commonplace, and eight exterior colours can be found: Dynamic Sunstone Pink, Slate Grey, Majestic White, Liquid Platinum, Graphite Shadow, Mineral Black, Black Obsidian and Hermosa Blue.
Measurement-wise, the QX55 is 186.three inches lengthy, only a bit longer than the QX50 compact SUV (184.7), however it’s the identical width because the QX50 and only a bit shorter in general peak. Infiniti says the QX55 has 26.9 cubic ft of cargo house behind the second row, rather less than the QX50’s 31.four cubic ft. It additionally has 38.7 inches of rear-seat legroom, the identical because the QX50.
Inside
Inside, the QX55 makes use of the most recent model of Infiniti’s dual-screen InTouch multimedia system, which has an 8-inch display on prime and a 7-inch display on the underside. Wi-fi Apple CarPlay compatibility is commonplace — a primary for Infiniti. What about us Android customers? The system is appropriate with Android Auto, however through wired connection solely.
A moonroof, energy liftgate, 4 USB ports (one Sort-C and three Sort-A ports) and a 4G LTE Wi-Fi scorching spot (to assist as much as seven units) are commonplace. Different accessible options embody a Bose premium audio system, energetic noise cancellation and a head-up show.
Inside shade combos embody Graphite, Stone and Graphite, and Monaco Pink and Graphite. Simulated leather-based upholstery is commonplace, with leather-based upholstery non-compulsory. Darkish brushed-aluminum trim or black Pure Maple open-pore wooden trim can be found.
Engine and Transmission
All trims will use a well-recognized powertrain: Infiniti’s turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder that’s good for 268 horsepower and 280 pounds-feet of torque (it’s at present within the QX50). As with the QX50, the four-cylinder once more pairs with a repeatedly variable computerized transmission. All-wheel drive is commonplace.
A drive mode selector can be commonplace. By way of a console-area dial, the programmable system lets the driving force change shift factors, steering help and drivetrain response through Customary, Eco, Sport and Private modes. Sport mode additionally engages a extra aggressive engine notice transmitted by means of the cabin by the audio system.
Security
Infiniti’s ProPilot Help driver-assistance system is on the market on Important trims and commonplace on Sensory fashions. It contains adaptive cruise management all the way down to a cease and lane-centering steering. Customary security options throughout the lineup embody computerized emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane departure warning, blind spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, high-beam help and a site visitors signal detection system.
Launch Date
The 2022 Infiniti QX55 goes on sale within the spring of 2021.
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