2017 Infiniti Q60 Pros vs Cons. Should You Buy?
The options dwindle a bit considering the 2017 Infiniti Q60 is of the luxury coupe variety with a back seat and plenty of cargo space. Infinity offers plenty of standard goodies as well as extra upgrades to round out the Q60 package.
What's new for 2017
The 2017 Infiniti Q60 is newly redesigned with exterior and interior styling which both make a statement. The sporty coupe look features distinctive LED headlights that are visible from the front and sides. Interior features also impress with a dual screen infotainment setup and contemporary trim options.
Top 10 Reasons to Buy a 2017 Infiniti Q60 – The Pros
1. Sporty Coupe Styling with Good Cargo Space
The 2017 Infiniti Q60 offers almost 12 cubic feet of cargo space in the back. It also has a back seat that can accommodate two passengers. Though adequate for short rides, the backseat is better used sparingly for larger adults. Despite the small car designation, it still offers some versatility for a coupe.
2. Warranty and Reliability
The 2017 Infiniti Q60 offers a top notch warranty for the luxury small car category. Infiniti backs the Q60 with a four year or 60,000 mile warranty and additional six year or 70,000 mile powertrain warranty. It is also rated to have good reliability with a three out of five stars from JD Power.
3. Direct Adaptive Steering
The 2017 Infiniti Q60 features second generation digital steering technology which digitizes the steering process and allows the car to make adjustments and stabilizations based on road conditions. The steering wheel controls the front wheels digitally, so you don't feel the road imperfections while driving. The steering advancements allow for smoother and quicker steering as well.
4. Infiniti Drive Mode Selector
The 2017 Infiniti Q60 allows you to customize your driving experience with multiple preset driving modes including Snow, Eco, Sport and Sport+. The car can also be adjusted to fit your personal preferences including steering, suspension and engine modifications. The car can be set up to accelerate, corner and handle exactly as you want it to.
5. All-new Engine Options
Infiniti released three new engines available in the 2017 Infiniti Q60. The standard 2.0 liter turbocharged engine gets 208 horsepower. Also available are two award winning twin turbo V6 engines that pump out 300 and 400 horsepower without sacrificing much fuel economy.
6. Sport Seat Design
The 2017 Infiniti Q60 features extra comfortable front seats with a zero gravity feel. The design keeps you firmly planted in the driver seat with extra bolstered sides.
7. Safety Technology
The 2017 Infiniti Q60 comes with a standard backup camera, but for more confidence when parking and starting and stopping you can opt for the 360 degree aerial view camera. Optional upgrades for safety include lane keep assist, forward collision warning that recognizes stray pedestrians and blind spot monitoring.
8. InTouch Infotainment
Infiniti's InTouch smart phone integration system comes standard on the 2017 Infiniti Q60. You also get a dual screen setup on the center stack for display and control. Bluetooth capability is also standard. You can upgrade to a Premium Bose audio system in all but the base trim.
9. Intelligent All Wheel Drive
The 2017 Infiniti Q60 comes standard with rear wheel drive, but you can upgrade to all wheel drive on all models. Infiniti also offers Intelligent AWD in upper trim categories. The Intelligent AWD system monitors road conditions and shifts up to 50 percent of the drive power to the front wheels for extra stability. When driving in normal conditions it reverts back to RWD.
10. Available Optic Fiber Trim
The 2017 Infiniti Q60 features a luxurious interior with more contemporary styling compared to its competitors. Also available in select trim categories is the Optic Fiber trim accent. You can opt for the more traditional wood accents or the brushed aluminum look if you prefer.
Reasons Not to Buy a 2017 Infiniti Q60 – The Cons
1. Fuel Economy
The base engine of the 2017 Infiniti Q60 gets a less than stellar fuel mileage rating of 22 city and 30 highway. If you are looking for a fuel sipping vehicle, you may find better options elsewhere. If you choose one of the more powerful engines available in the Q60 you will get a boost in horsepower without sacrificing fuel economy.
2. Infiniti Models in Competition
If you are looking at the Q60, the Q50 may actually fit your needs better. The cars are so close in price that they may be interchangeable. The Q50 offers more seating and four doors making it a better everyday driver compared to its coupe counterpart.
How it stacks up to the competition
Some of the best cars available today sit squarely at the top of the small luxury car category. Porsche and Alfa Romeo have entries that are leaps and bounds ahead of the 2017 Infiniti Q60 in this category.
The 2017 Infiniti Q60 stacks up better against the Buick Cascada which is also in this class and sits at the same level in terms of refinement and standard features. There are a wide variety of cars that have similar features to the Q60 from manufacturers like BMW and Lexus.
Conclusion
The 2017 Infiniti Q60 takes a different path in the luxury small car category. It features similar standard and upgradable options compared to the other options in its class. Being an all new car in 2017, it has a more contemporary design and three new engine options that make it a very distinctive choice.
The competition is fierce in this category, but some buyers may like the configuration options on the 2017 Infiniti Q60.
