2024 Infiniti QX60 Autograph AWD
Class: Premium Midsize Crossover
Coloration: Deep Bordeaux
Seating capability: 6
CG Report Card
Room and ComfortB+
Energy and PerformanceB
Match and FinishA-
Gasoline EconomyB
ValueB
Report-card grades are derived from a consensus of test-driver evaluations. All grades are versus different autos in the identical class. Worth grade is for particular trim degree evaluated, and should not replicate Shopper Information’s impressions of all the mannequin lineup.
Huge & Tall Consolation
Huge GuyA
Tall GuyA
Huge & Tall consolation scores are for entrance seats solely. “Huge” score primarily based on male tester weighing roughly 350 kilos, “Tall” score primarily based on 6’6″-tall male tester.
Drivetrain
Engine Specs295-horsepower 3.5-liter
Engine TypeV6
Transmission 9-speed automated
Drive WheelsAWD
Miles pushed: 270
Noticed gas economic system: 19.6 mpg
Driving combine: 65% metropolis, 35% freeway
EPA-estimated gas economic system: 20/25/22 (mpg metropolis/freeway/mixed)
Gasoline sort: Premium fuel
Base worth: $66,100 (not together with $1195 vacation spot cost)
Choices on check automobile: Premium Paint ($900), Lighting Package deal ($795), premium paint ($695)
Worth as examined: $69,685
Fast Hits
The nice: Vastly higher automobile than earlier era, drivetrain now acceptable for luxurious class
The great: Rides and handles with European premium-vehicle character, quiet and comfy cabin
The not so good: Requires premium gas
Tom Appel:
Not too way back, an Infiniti govt instructed Automotive Information that the Nissan’s luxurious model was repositioning itself as a kind of “Nisan plus.” What this meant was, Infinti would now not vie for gross sales with the likes of Audi and BMW, however promote as a substitute upgraded variants of the merchandise provided by the mainstream Nissan model. This doesn’t imply that Infiniti is backing away from being a luxurious model, however that in worth and content material it was competing extra intently with the likes of Acura and Buick, in a phase as soon as described as “close to luxurious.”
On some degree that is disappointing, as Infiniti’s sporty rear-drive Q50 and Q60 sedan and coupe have been prone to be discontinued. And, certainly, the fashionable however slow-selling Q60 has already been dropped—with the Q50 scheduled to depart shortly. FYI: It will depart Infiniti with an completely crossover/SUV lineup.
In reality, many of the Infiniti lineup was already primarily based on Nissan merchandise. The Compact QX50 and QX55 crossovers are shut cousins of the Rogue crossover. And the massive Infiniti QX80 SUV is a mechanical clone of the Nissan Armada.
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Likewise, the QX60 3-row midsize crossover borrows most of its mechanical bits from the likable Nissan Pathfinder, however, as we’re about to debate, with a decidedly quieter and upscale cabin.
For 2024, the QX60 carries over largely unchanged. It’s provided in three trim ranges: base Pure (beginning round $51,000), uplevel Luxe ($57.000), high-end Sensory ($60,000). And topline Autograph ($65,000). All are powered by a {smooth} 295-horsepower 3.5-liter V6 mated to a smooth-shifting 9-speed automated transmission. All QX60 fashions come customary with front-wheel drive; AWD provides $2000 to the underside line.
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Shopper Information not too long ago spent every week behind the wheel of an AWD 2024 Infiniti QX60 Autograph in Deep Bordeaux. Our check truck got here to $69,445, which represents about all of the QX60 you should purchase.
Consumers on the lookout for a transparent upscale transfer from the Pathfinder will discover it contained in the QX60. Functionally, the Infiniti boasts a bigger touchscreen and higher audio system. Décor sensible, the QX60 ups the anti with quilted semi-aniline upholstery and sprint tops, in addition to beneficiant serving to of wooden and bright-finish trim components. And whereas the Pathfinder cabin comes off as comparatively upscale, the QX60 inside seems and feels premium on a wholly completely different degree.
Getting out and in of the QX60 is comparatively straightforward, this due to an inexpensive trip peak and huge door openings. Accessing the Third-row seat is a little more problematic, and adults will need to keep away from making the journey except it’s completely vital.
On the highway the QX60 feels very very similar to the Pathfinder, although appears to learn from further sound deadening. Certainly, the QX cabin is impressively quiet, permitting straightforward dialog between seating rows, even at freeway velocity.
Within the QX60, the three.5-liver V6 is rated at 295 horsepower, robust is supposed to be fed premium gas. The identical engine within the Pathfinder is rated at 284 horsepower, however will get by on common fuel. We suspect the engines are precisely the identical, and consumers of both automobile will get pleasure from a small energy bump when topping off with the high-test stuff.
No matter software, this drivetrain delivers {smooth} and stress-free energy throughout the driving vary, with loads of reserve muscle for passing and merging. The engine additionally sounds good in motion. The attentive 9-speed automated is {smooth} in operation, and nearly at all times within the acceptable gear.
And, we’re pleased to report seeing 20 mpg over 120 miles of principally metropolis driving, which strikes us as decently frugal given the scale of the QX60, and the accessible efficiency.
Very similar to the Lincoln Navigator we not too long ago evaluated, the QX60 surprises with just a bit extra chassis firmness and corning management than one may count on in a luxurious crossover. We discover the sensation of management reassuring, however some shopper may desire a cushier trip. As at all times, we suggest a protracted check drive to make sure this—or any—automobile suites your wants and your tastes.
All instructed, the QX60 strikes us as one thing of a luxury-crossover worth, particularly the center trim ranges. We’re really huge followers of the Nissan Pathfinder, however totally admire shopper on the lookout for slightly additional type and substance upgrading to the QX60. And Whereas Infiniti is likely to be repositioning itself within the market, the QX60 appears completely positioned for customers who discover the European luxurious manufacturers slightly too spendy.
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