Your enthusiasm for cars is palatable. I also appreciate your willingness to call out the manufacturers when they fall short i.e. Infiniti waiting too long to refresh their products.
The best looking and the most stylish Crossover Coupe on the market, far better than any other brands I have seen so far. Infiniti has nailed it in this segment.
@@digitaldoc100Idk I think they’ll sale pretty good. I saw a woman in a black one earlier today and it’s very beautiful. And she was enjoying herself. That light turned green and she was gone!
@@digitaldoc100Lexus has changed their entire lineup whereas Infiniti haven’t changed the lineup that’s where the difference is. But as far as appearance In my opinion Infiniti’s look a million times better.
Especially once it came out as unreliable. They should've gone back to a traditional auto and then tried reintroducing the CVT in a model after working the kinks out to get people to trust their CVTs again. It doesn't really matter to most people if their current CVTs are better than their old unreliable ones. People associate Nissan CVTs with junk. They needed to make a clean break from their terrible CVT.
@@teshtesh they started using CVTs over 10 years ago. If you think they are only falling out now? Your late to the critique. As Yoda would say "rock bottom they are".
Don’t understand all the cvt bashing. It is not a performance car. It is a luxury car that is made to cruise down the road smooth and quiet. Now as far as the tech goes I agree that it is dated. But it does the job at a good price. Infinity absolutely nailed the exterior styling
The one thing about Infiniti that always catches my eye is their center console. Love the duel screens. Great review. Man next year when my lease is up I’m totally screwed I want 67 different cars.
@@andreaspencer9813 but I’m like you. Current owner of a Mazda 3. I love what Mazda is doing and anticipate that by the time my current lease is up next year Mazda’s line up will look even better.
Man I have always loved Infiniti but just like Acura the interior has just always kept me away. Just couldn’t justify spending more for those interiors.
Love to see you guys again. Beautiful spring dress Andrea....Lucky man Zack....A few tears ago I was invited to the North American premiere of the NEW QX50 during the annual January Montreal International Car show by Infiniti Canada and my dealer Spinelli in the West Island. Those of you who know me on FB are familiar with my modified Red 2012 Infiniti G37xS Coupe...Anyway, I was impressed but I was also sad to see that this vehicle had IMHO 4 major issues: 1. The biggest, the CVT transmission...it seems almost like Nissan and Infiniti are trying to prevent the boat from sinking while they're clinging on to their life vests! 2. No power folding external mirrors...If you park in a downtown parking lot or on the street you know what I'm talking about. 3. Price or should I say out of the dealer invoice....It's high compared to the competition. 4. Carry over from the Q50/60 crappy infotainment system; it's laggy, slow, and sometimes it stalls. I'm not sure Infiniti besides the looks of this SUV improved much on the new QX55...So far I'm not seeing anything new other than the new rear. I do however like the new Nissan Pathfinder....a lot. I think that you could add the BMW X2 too. Sorry Infiniti, I'm keeping my 2018 BMW X1....
Infiniti has passed its prime after its glorious days of G35/37, M35/45, EX35 and FX35/45. Their latest moves have made them irrelevant because it wasn't as a game changer like G35 and FX.
Great styling on this SUV both inside and out. Infiniti has always done the ride/handling combo very well which is why it's beyond me they used a CVT especially when great off the shelf 8, 9 and 10 speed units are available. The new 10 speed in the Honda/Acura vehicle lineup is brilliant. CVTs have their place in basic sub-compact or compact vehicles like the Nissan Kicks, Qashqai, Ford EcoSport and Hyundai Venue but not in something trying to be premium.
I drive an FX45 and love it. Its not for everyone but for its era it was ahead of its time. It has handling and performance that rivals cars of today. Mine is the last gen of FX45...and was a 1 owner trade in with low miles for its age...its in fantastic condition. I like the QX55 but also think this is a bridge model. I think CVTs are getting better and fuel efficiency is more important than it was just days ago. Infiniti will sort out where that drive train goes...but I dont think it will be ..away. Thanks for your review.
Infiniti/Nissan has really fallen off........They just refuse to update the internals on their vehicles namely the interiors and transmission........I really like the exterior styling of this vehicle but the interior styling, tech and the CVT is an absolute no go. The FX35 was a great vehicle with looks that were ahead of its time but the fit and finish of the vehicle were not up to par back then either. The new QX70 better be a home run.........
Amazing review, I actually like the design of this infiniti SUV, and I think this right size for what Zack mentioned as being for empty nesters or retirees who want a small suv for winter. Great review Andrea and Zack!
What I like about this car is that it does not have a German engine. They are highly unreliable and I want a luxury SUV without the maintenance cost and issues of German cars. I am not a huge fan of the CVT but it’s not a deal breaker for me bc the exterior styling is EXCELLENT and the interior feels luxurious enough which is what I am wanting in a luxury crossover. I do agree that they should have went with an automatic transmission. I like the feeling in the steering wheel when it’s automatic transmission. Also, I have been waiting for SO LONG for a SEXY and aggressive-looking car that doesn’t look like a soccer mom car and isn’t German and is in my budget. The RDX and NX don’t do it for me personally. Very nice looking but just not what I have been waiting for. The Genesis GV70 is also on my radar. The QX55 definitely is on my list now for next vehicle purchase 😆
Appreciate the candid review Zack and Andrea! I would agree with Zack' comment regarding the transmission choice in this segment. Great exterior styling, the interior looks like something from 2010 Japanese luxury cars. Infiniti could have had a home run!
My favorite reviewers always love seeing your reviews before I go to work:) I think the styling is great but with what Acura and genesis is doing lately I don’t think this is enough for Infiniti:/
May I just say, video after video, Andrea is killing it! What a great partner for Zack! Reminds me of Zack's old days of co-hosting with Lacy and Dagmar, but Andrea is the real-life partner and is the BEST! In my opinion, Zack truly shines when he is doing back and forth with a co-host, may it be with Brian Chow or in this case, Andrea (who better to work with than with your life partner!). C'mon, non-subscribers! Let's support this Channel so that more will be able to experience the well-rounded car reviews of this wonderful couple! Keep up the great content coming, you two!
Thanks for this review, great as always, I think infinit needed to refresh a little bit and this is qx55 is example of that at least at exterior, I’m sure they are going to move forward with the trends and they MUST!!! Updated the whole infotainment
I traded my 2019 Honda Accord in two weeks ago for a 21 Nissan Altima VC-Turbo and boy oh boy it’s much better and honestly don’t notice it’s a CVT because it’s beyond smooth and accelerates quick! So I know it’s good in the QX55
@@ItsChrisWorld no nor will I ever own anything as substandard as that. I know of too many people who started out with the same naïveté as you on,y to be miserably disappointed shortly thereafter.
@@doriangray2020 ooh ok. Well. I highly doubt I’d be miserable & disappointed being this isn’t my first Nissan/Infiniti nor is it my first time with a cvt
Other brands didn't integrate variable compression engines due to longevity concerns. As a customer, VCR is a risky bit of tech I'm not willing to invest in as I keep my cars longer than the warranty period.
Love the exterior styling, definitely a head turner! On the top QX55 Sensory trim you also get ProPILOT Assist (semi-autonomous driving), heated and cooled seats, and semi-aniline leather (a step up from leather)! The CVT also seems to be to be better tuned than the current QX50. Can't wait to see more of these on the road!
Wow! I love it. I love the look of the rear end and it would sell me on this like it did on both of our 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse SEL Touring’s with S-AWC. Oh and that front grill and front end looks amazing. I love these coupe type CUV-SUV styled vehicles. I also like dual screens even though some say it does seem a lil old school its what I like and I really like it here. I like the 2 screens vs 1 large one as it makes the dash and console styling so neat. As far as the CVT goes after owning CVT’s in all 5 of our Mitsubishi’s I could never go back to a regular automatic, dual clutch automatic or manual. A CVT is so smooth for everyday driving and works so much better on the interstate and climbing mountains and hills. I have owned 2 manuals, 6 regular automatics, and 5 CVT’s and I will take a CVT any day over the others and that is just my preference as it gives me what I am looking for in a vehicle. I like this red but with the red and black and interior. Wow!
Been a Nissan/Infiniti man since 84 my 1st car was 200sx that talked to you, they like Honda, they don't lead anymore they follow. Think they need some Younger mindset to help develop the vehicles. I love my Qx70s and hope they bring it back But with fresher ideas than some guy that ideas stuck in the 80'-90's.
That’s not true, in fact Infinity was the first luxury automaker with a SUV coupe, it called FX 30. Then years later BMW use the same format for their X5, turn it to a coupe and called it X6. Keep up the good work guys 👍🏾.
The coupe body style is impressive however it comes with an aging gauge cluster and infotainment center along with the troublesome Jatco CVT transmission.
beautiful exterior but that infotainment system is from the dinosaur age... how stubborn is Infiniti? it's like they refuse to cope with today's standards. Obviously its gonna cost them to update that infotainment but sometimes investments are necessary.
I love your videos and I always appreciate you both very much, thank you ! I said this in another channel and I'll say it again about Infinity because I hope they're listening...I try never to say anything negative on the internet but I do sometimes feel like Infinity is deliberately trying to go out of business with design and budgeting decisions?! The upper instrument panel and dash in that 2022 Qx55 look identical to what was around in the year 2000....when I graduated high school. That dual screen setup wouldn't have even been cool back in 2000 especially considering they look like they're from completely different suppliers, it's even worse when you see it in person. Is it just me? Also why does it have to have "Infinity"spelled out, a foot and a half long across the back hatch in addition to a giant Infinity badge right below the exposed rear windshield wiper which clearly should have been engineered underneath the spoiler?! The motor and CVT sound like a vacuum cleaner with a fluctuating current. This car is expensive and would take a lot of someone's hard-earned money especially as shown at nearly 60k!?! I highly recommend anyone look at the competition.
The problem is not just a CVT, it’s THE CVT. That particular CVT is really really bad and in some cars it just kept on breaking down again and again. Reliability is virtually nonexistent. And also this car shares the FWD platform with the MB GLA/GLB class. Not really up to the competition as many others in this price range has a longitudinal engine setup on a RWD/AWD platform.
The Infiniti QX55 should definitely have a torque converted automatic transmission. That would wake the powertrain up. The VC turbo engine is unique and I bet it works really good. Overall I like the QX55. Like you two have said already, it needs some interior tweaks to make it more modern, and bring it up to the date with the rest of its competitors. The resolution in the backup camera is grainy and lacking contrast. The head unit for the infotainment also lacks sharpness, and the graphics are from 2013. The processing speed also looked leggy. The blacklevels in the display almost looked nonexistent. All in all the QX55 is fresh on the outside and stale on the inside. Nissan is on a role lately updating their lineup. It's time to start pumping some money into Infiniti again, or else consumers will continue to overlook this brand. Good review you two! 👍
@@andreaspencer9813 I've seen all the auto review channels. I know that you two are some of the best I've come across. You two know what's up! 💪 I like the way you two deliver your material. It's excellent consumer Information for those who are considering a new vehicle, or for those who just want to be informed about a particular brand and model.
As impressive as this is. Zack’s use of the word ‘Premium’ is appropriate. I don’t consider cars at less than $50,000 CAN ($60 for SUVs) to be classified as ‘Luxury’ cars. A Brand should not, by default, receive a luxury status throughout it’s lineup. The 3-series, C-class, A4’s and ES’s ... are certainly upscale/premium; but faux leather, heated/cooled seats, HUDs and a German (Japanese) Premium badges are just ‘not quite’ Luxury vehicles. They are simply .... achievable, disposable and generic. True Luxury feels special (like my past 7-series) every time you look at it , drive it or arrive. I like all Brands; but the Badge alone shouldn’t dictate a luxury status - unless your Badge says Rolls Royce, Aston Martin or Bentley. Despite these points; I do very much like this new Infiniti, quite a lot, for an upscale premium model. Great review. Sorry for the rant. Thanks for the video.
Great looking car, but Infiniti missed the execution. I had the QX50 twice as a loaner while my Red Sport was in for maintenance. Suspension is bouncy. Accelerator is not linear. Seating is uncomfortable. And, they weighed it down with large wheels. This comes from a guy who owned an EVO VIII and an un-streetable WRX. Looks, yes. The rest, no.
An absolute stunning exterior design. And Nissan cuts corners with ancient off-the-shelf tranny and interior design. This is what happens when you allow bean counters to run a company (into the ground).
I have a 2015 Q50 which I’m looking to replace with something newer and with more utility. The CVT rules this out for me. Had a Nissan with a CVT once and I hated it.
The CVT tech has improved like crazy since your old Rogue. You can't even tell it's a CVT these days. Go and try it out. In this segment however I think RDX is the top dog.
INFINITI can’t put anything other than the CVT with their variable compression engine. They have stated that before. The VC engine is always and will always be paired with a CVT. If they get rid of the CVT then they would also have to ditch the VC engine and they just aren’t ready to do that yet.
I have 25,000 on my 2022 Outlander, runs great. The 2.5 engine and CVT work great, plenty of power for me. The major reason I bought this Mitsubishi was the 100,000 mile powertrain warranty. So, those who are in dismay about the CVT have plenty of worry free driving time under this warranty. I am getting great gas mileage 26 city and a true 32 highway.
Great review. Just want to say that I am pretty sure you can"t use ZF 8 speed since it is for longitudinal engine layouts. The QX60 is getting the ZF 9 speed which hasn't had great reviews in Acura, FCA, and Land Rover products. That one is for transverse layouts.
Excellent review, both of You. I like Infiniti brand, they are very likable. But I never would own one, they are too exotic in my place. Unfortunately, Nissan withdrew Infiniti from the European market ( Western Europe, at least ) 1--3 years ago ( no new sales ) ! :(
Nissan is really missing the mark and they have the engines to make their cars more exciting and performance oriented. The QX55 can easily be offered with the QX60 powertrain for a Red Sport 300 model. In that smaller SUV it'd at least make 300+ Hp. They also should do a sport version of the QX60 as well with the Q60 Red Sports turbo V6 💯
Would be interested in seeing how the VC Turbo engine performs with a proper automatic transmission. I drove the QX50 in 2019 and the CVT really seemed to hold it back.
I just got out of a car with a CVT (CH-R) and into one with a regular automatic (Mazda 3). And though I love my Mazda, I kind of like the CVT better in highway driving. The transmission in the CH-R would kick down quickly, and I think holding the ratios without upshifting feels better for acceleration. I think CVT’s get a bad rap because typically they’re paired with economy engines. Give them more power and tune them right, and I think they’re fine.
It's mid-2024 and I still love the exterior styling of the QX55. For those who have owned this vehicle how reliable is it? Any maintenance issues or other information for prospective buyers? Thanks!
Not for me at that price. From what I've learned from your videos, I could get the best trim Mazda CX-5 (and I don't care how anyone pronounces it!) for about $35,000 US or, if I want a premium badge, a similarly loaded Audi Q5 for about $50,000 US. But getting close to $60,000 US for what looks like an outdated model has no appeal.
Yeah, I love this design, but hate CVTs, but I can understand coz changing anything requires lots of invested capital. They probably figured they could save that capital and keep the price lower in hopes to sell people on design and a much lower price than Europeans who are experts at charging you more for shaving off a part of the rear end.
Is this enough to get you excited about Infiniti?
No unfortunately not. I don't think a luxury brand should have a CVT.
After owning a 2016 Honda CRV, I'll pass on any car that has a CVT!
No
I'm sad they discontinued the QX30. For those that didn't know, it was a bargain GLA.
How long before we see a recall on the vc engine? Nah, this is unnecessary tech. Just use a battery if you want better power and economy.
Your enthusiasm for cars is palatable. I also appreciate your willingness to call out the manufacturers when they fall short i.e. Infiniti waiting too long to refresh their products.
Thank you, glad you enjoy our reviews.
You can tell their passion for auto. Especially for a woman I think that's awesome
Palpable maybe?
@@michaelpupko2724 Thank you so much!
The best looking and the most stylish Crossover Coupe on the market, far better than any other brands I have seen so far. Infiniti has nailed it in this segment.
Zack is so right, CVT is the stopping block, love everything except the CVT, no thanks😔
I have the 21 Altima VC-Turbo and I love it! It’s very smooth and very quick
The CVT in this segment is quite the failure. The CVT for Nissan is a tough sell, and an even tougher sell for a luxury SUV.
@@digitaldoc100Idk I think they’ll sale pretty good. I saw a woman in a black one earlier today and it’s very beautiful. And she was enjoying herself. That light turned green and she was gone!
@@ItsChrisWorld Infiniti sales have been lackluster for the last several years, even with discounts. Lexus has sold better.
@@digitaldoc100Lexus has changed their entire lineup whereas Infiniti haven’t changed the lineup that’s where the difference is. But as far as appearance In my opinion Infiniti’s look a million times better.
First comment! Loved Infiniti years ago, owned a G and miss it a lot......I do not think this is enough to draw more buyers.
Thanks for sharing!
Nissan/infinity’s dedication to their CVT was their downfall.
Especially once it came out as unreliable. They should've gone back to a traditional auto and then tried reintroducing the CVT in a model after working the kinks out to get people to trust their CVTs again. It doesn't really matter to most people if their current CVTs are better than their old unreliable ones. People associate Nissan CVTs with junk. They needed to make a clean break from their terrible CVT.
Was their down fall??? It IS their downfall!
@@teshtesh they started using CVTs over 10 years ago. If you think they are only falling out now? Your late to the critique. As Yoda would say "rock bottom they are".
Don’t understand all the cvt bashing. It is not a performance car. It is a luxury car that is made to cruise down the road smooth and quiet. Now as far as the tech goes I agree that it is dated. But it does the job at a good price. Infinity absolutely nailed the exterior styling
The one thing about Infiniti that always catches my eye is their center console. Love the duel screens. Great review. Man next year when my lease is up I’m totally screwed I want 67 different cars.
Thanks for watching! That's a lot of cars, good luck! :)
@@andreaspencer9813 well every time I watch your channel I add another to the list 😅
@@andreaspencer9813 but I’m like you. Current owner of a Mazda 3. I love what Mazda is doing and anticipate that by the time my current lease is up next year Mazda’s line up will look even better.
Really? It's the dual screens that are so outdated and needs to be redesigned. This is the first comment I've seen liking the dual screen look.
@@jeffs6090 yeah not saying I’d hate a re-design, I just like them.
Man I have always loved Infiniti but just like Acura the interior has just always kept me away. Just couldn’t justify spending more for those interiors.
Acura’s new interiors are pretty nice tho
Love to see you guys again. Beautiful spring dress Andrea....Lucky man Zack....A few tears ago I was invited to the North American premiere of the NEW QX50 during the annual January Montreal International Car show by Infiniti Canada and my dealer Spinelli in the West Island. Those of you who know me on FB are familiar with my modified Red 2012 Infiniti G37xS Coupe...Anyway, I was impressed but I was also sad to see that this vehicle had IMHO 4 major issues: 1. The biggest, the CVT transmission...it seems almost like Nissan and Infiniti are trying to prevent the boat from sinking while they're clinging on to their life vests! 2. No power folding external mirrors...If you park in a downtown parking lot or on the street you know what I'm talking about. 3. Price or should I say out of the dealer invoice....It's high compared to the competition. 4. Carry over from the Q50/60 crappy infotainment system; it's laggy, slow, and sometimes it stalls. I'm not sure Infiniti besides the looks of this SUV improved much on the new QX55...So far I'm not seeing anything new other than the new rear. I do however like the new Nissan Pathfinder....a lot. I think that you could add the BMW X2 too. Sorry Infiniti, I'm keeping my 2018 BMW X1....
Thank you so much and thanks for sharing your experience with Infiniti.
I love Andrea. She steals the show. Keep up the great work.
You guys are a great reviewing team! Knowledge and humor!
Thank you very much for your kind words! :)
@@andreaspencer9813 In fact, based substantially on your review, my wife and I just purchased a Mazda CX-30 Turbo
This same engine on this beautiful car is what I want Nissan to offer as option for the new Rogue, which is also available on the Altima.
Infiniti has passed its prime after its glorious days of G35/37, M35/45, EX35 and FX35/45. Their latest moves have made them irrelevant because it wasn't as a game changer like G35 and FX.
Well said.
Makes me miss the FX 😞
I still have mine with over 230k 2006. Transmissions and engines are always available at low cost. Cant says the same for the new ones
The 1st gen FX still looks and sounds great till this day.
@@miguelvega7769 I’m still rocking my FX35, got a 177,000 miles on it. Literally going to rock it until the wheels fall off and then some
Great styling on this SUV both inside and out. Infiniti has always done the ride/handling combo very well which is why it's beyond me they used a CVT especially when great off the shelf 8, 9 and 10 speed units are available. The new 10 speed in the Honda/Acura vehicle lineup is brilliant. CVTs have their place in basic sub-compact or compact vehicles like the Nissan Kicks, Qashqai, Ford EcoSport and Hyundai Venue but not in something trying to be premium.
Yes, we agree!
I drive an FX45 and love it. Its not for everyone but for its era it was ahead of its time.
It has handling and performance that rivals cars of today. Mine is the last gen of FX45...and was a 1 owner trade in with low miles for its age...its in fantastic condition.
I like the QX55 but also think this is a bridge model. I think CVTs are getting better and fuel efficiency is more important than it was just days ago. Infiniti will sort out where that drive train goes...but I dont think it will be ..away. Thanks for your review.
Some cars looks so great in just one colour in their lineup. I wouldn't want this in any other colour but that gorgeous red.
This looks stunning. The VC engine is good to have. Great review as always 👍
Thank you, glad you liked the review.
Got mine and I LOVE IT!
I work down the road from ZF, I will let them know to change the transmission... LOL... Great vid!
Thank you, we would appreciate that lol!
Please do!
Seems like another nail in Infiniti's coffin. Maybe I'm wrong. Definitely miss the FX. That vehicle was stunning
You guys are amazing an Pro !
Kind regards from Mexico .
Thanks for your info.
Infiniti main problem is it don’t listen to consumers feedback, like transmission, infotainment, instrument cluster , ambient lights..
Infiniti/Nissan has really fallen off........They just refuse to update the internals on their vehicles namely the interiors and transmission........I really like the exterior styling of this vehicle but the interior styling, tech and the CVT is an absolute no go. The FX35 was a great vehicle with looks that were ahead of its time but the fit and finish of the vehicle were not up to par back then either. The new QX70 better be a home run.........
Amazing review, I actually like the design of this infiniti SUV, and I think this right size for what Zack mentioned as being for empty nesters or retirees who want a small suv for winter.
Great review Andrea and Zack!
Totally agree
Thank you so much, really glad you enjoyed it :)
I bought one in December of 2021, essentials package, same red color , nothing short of awesome
What I like about this car is that it does not have a German engine. They are highly unreliable and I want a luxury SUV without the maintenance cost and issues of German cars. I am not a huge fan of the CVT but it’s not a deal breaker for me bc the exterior styling is EXCELLENT and the interior feels luxurious enough which is what I am wanting in a luxury crossover. I do agree that they should have went with an automatic transmission. I like the feeling in the steering wheel when it’s automatic transmission. Also, I have been waiting for SO LONG for a SEXY and aggressive-looking car that doesn’t look like a soccer mom car and isn’t German and is in my budget. The RDX and NX don’t do it for me personally. Very nice looking but just not what I have been waiting for. The Genesis GV70 is also on my radar. The QX55 definitely is on my list now for next vehicle purchase 😆
Appreciate the candid review Zack and Andrea! I would agree with Zack' comment regarding the transmission choice in this segment. Great exterior styling, the interior looks like something from 2010 Japanese luxury cars. Infiniti could have had a home run!
Thank you glad you enjoyed it!
That is a good looking car and
Thank you very much for your positive feedback. Great question BTW!
My favorite reviewers always love seeing your reviews before I go to work:) I think the styling is great but with what Acura and genesis is doing lately I don’t think this is enough for Infiniti:/
Thank you so much, really glad you enjoyed it.
Totally agree, there should be NO CVT in the premium luxury space!
May I just say, video after video, Andrea is killing it! What a great partner for Zack! Reminds me of Zack's old days of co-hosting with Lacy and Dagmar, but Andrea is the real-life partner and is the BEST! In my opinion, Zack truly shines when he is doing back and forth with a co-host, may it be with Brian Chow or in this case, Andrea (who better to work with than with your life partner!). C'mon, non-subscribers! Let's support this Channel so that more will be able to experience the well-rounded car reviews of this wonderful couple! Keep up the great content coming, you two!
Wow, you are right, Andrea is the only partner I need. Simply the best!
@@Motormouth... Sweet!
Wow, thank you so much, we really appreciate your kind words. So glad you like what we are doing. :)
Looks great, if they ditched CVT and terrible two screen infotainment it could be something special.
Thanks for this review, great as always, I think infinit needed to refresh a little bit and this is qx55 is example of that at least at exterior, I’m sure they are going to move forward with the trends and they MUST!!! Updated the whole infotainment
Thanks for watching, glad you liked the review.
I know everyone is sick of hearing it but , no thanks CVT. such a pity because it's gorgeous.
You both are wonderful. Looks summer has arrived at Vancouver...Salutations depuis la Champagne qui se réchauffe.
Hello! Thank you so much for your kind words. The weather has been amazing this week, 25 degrees today.
Great review again! Keep up the good job, you cover it all😁
Thank you so much, we really appreciate it.
I traded my 2019 Honda Accord in two weeks ago for a 21 Nissan Altima VC-Turbo and boy oh boy it’s much better and honestly don’t notice it’s a CVT because it’s beyond smooth and accelerates quick! So I know it’s good in the QX55
Wrong
@@doriangray2020 you have one?
@@ItsChrisWorld no nor will I ever own anything as substandard as that. I know of too many people who started out with the same naïveté as you on,y to be miserably disappointed shortly thereafter.
@@doriangray2020 ooh ok. Well. I highly doubt I’d be miserable & disappointed being this isn’t my first Nissan/Infiniti nor is it my first time with a cvt
CVT is a deal breaker. Also I prefer engine tech that simplifies operation not adds moving parts. I agree the styling is well done.
I'm always amazed that the Stelvio is not part of your comparison models...it should!!
Other brands didn't integrate variable compression engines due to longevity concerns. As a customer, VCR is a risky bit of tech I'm not willing to invest in as I keep my cars longer than the warranty period.
Infiniti has got to get rid of the CVTs.
Great review. Well done. You guys a re fantastic.
Glad you enjoyed it
Love the exterior styling, definitely a head turner! On the top QX55 Sensory trim you also get ProPILOT Assist (semi-autonomous driving), heated and cooled seats, and semi-aniline leather (a step up from leather)! The CVT also seems to be to be better tuned than the current QX50. Can't wait to see more of these on the road!
Wow! I love it. I love the look of the rear end and it would sell me on this like it did on both of our 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse SEL Touring’s with S-AWC. Oh and that front grill and front end looks amazing. I love these coupe type CUV-SUV styled vehicles. I also like dual screens even though some say it does seem a lil old school its what I like and I really like it here. I like the 2 screens vs 1 large one as it makes the dash and console styling so neat. As far as the CVT goes after owning CVT’s in all 5 of our Mitsubishi’s I could never go back to a regular automatic, dual clutch automatic or manual. A CVT is so smooth for everyday driving and works so much better on the interstate and climbing mountains and hills. I have owned 2 manuals, 6 regular automatics, and 5 CVT’s and I will take a CVT any day over the others and that is just my preference as it gives me what I am looking for in a vehicle. I like this red but with the red and black and interior. Wow!
Been a Nissan/Infiniti man since 84 my 1st car was 200sx that talked to you, they like Honda, they don't lead anymore they follow. Think they need some Younger mindset to help develop the vehicles. I love my Qx70s and hope they bring it back But with fresher ideas than some guy that ideas stuck in the 80'-90's.
I know three people that own the QX50, all say they wouldn’t buy again because of the CVT.
Oh I really like that design! We dont have that car brand in Norway 😞
The exterior is stunning!
@@andreaspencer9813 yes the interior is blend😂
@@tommyolsen8224 It has such a great looking exterior as I said, just wish they did more with everything else.
@@andreaspencer9813 yes!
While the outside looks amazing, the interior needs a massive overhaul and they need to get rid of the CVT.
The current QX50 is a complete redesign that came out in 2018 as a 2019.
Yes, it's 2022 for God's sake still no update to the interior!! Talk about dropping the ball 😳
Thanks for another great video. I had to laugh when Andrea floored it , And Zack a looked little nervous 😬
Lol! Thanks, glad you enjoyed it!
Leatherette on a 46k car? 2.0L turbo? Ugly top screen? C V T??? Yeah Infinity sucks. Hopefully they'll have a lineup overhaul like Nissan did.
That’s not true, in fact Infinity was the first luxury automaker with a SUV coupe, it called FX 30.
Then years later BMW use the same format for their X5, turn it to a coupe and called it X6.
Keep up the good work guys 👍🏾.
Infiniti invented the crossover coupe segment, you are right. Thanks for watching!
Beautiful car! And you two are awesome together! Are y'all in Canada tho? Anyway I always watch your vids and like them. Keep up the good job! 😃
Thank you so much, we really appreciate your kind words. We are in Vancouver, Canada.
Such a gorgeous car the interior is WTF
Zac nailed it...CVT does not belong in this or any premium car...Great video!
The coupe body style is impressive however it comes with an aging gauge cluster and infotainment center along with the troublesome Jatco CVT transmission.
beautiful exterior but that infotainment system is from the dinosaur age...
how stubborn is Infiniti? it's like they refuse to cope with today's standards. Obviously its gonna cost them to update that infotainment but sometimes investments are necessary.
I love your videos and I always appreciate you both very much, thank you !
I said this in another channel and I'll say it again about Infinity because I hope they're listening...I try never to say anything negative on the internet but I do sometimes feel like Infinity is deliberately trying to go out of business with design and budgeting decisions?! The upper instrument panel and dash in that 2022 Qx55 look identical to what was around in the year 2000....when I graduated high school. That dual screen setup wouldn't have even been cool back in 2000 especially considering they look like they're from completely different suppliers, it's even worse when you see it in person. Is it just me? Also why does it have to have "Infinity"spelled out, a foot and a half long across the back hatch in addition to a giant Infinity badge right below the exposed rear windshield wiper which clearly should have been engineered underneath the spoiler?!
The motor and CVT sound like a vacuum cleaner with a fluctuating current.
This car is expensive and would take a lot of someone's hard-earned money especially as shown at nearly 60k!?! I highly recommend anyone look at the competition.
Thank you, really glad to hear you are enjoying our videos.
The problem is not just a CVT, it’s THE CVT. That particular CVT is really really bad and in some cars it just kept on breaking down again and again. Reliability is virtually nonexistent.
And also this car shares the FWD platform with the MB GLA/GLB class. Not really up to the competition as many others in this price range has a longitudinal engine setup on a RWD/AWD platform.
The Infiniti QX55 should definitely have a torque converted automatic transmission. That would wake the powertrain up. The VC turbo engine is unique and I bet it works really good. Overall I like the QX55. Like you two have said already, it needs some interior tweaks to make it more modern, and bring it up to the date with the rest of its competitors. The resolution in the backup camera is grainy and lacking contrast. The head unit for the infotainment also lacks sharpness, and the graphics are from 2013. The processing speed also looked leggy. The blacklevels in the display almost looked nonexistent. All in all the QX55 is fresh on the outside and stale on the inside. Nissan is on a role lately updating their lineup. It's time to start pumping some money into Infiniti again, or else consumers will continue to overlook this brand. Good review you two! 👍
Thanks for sharing, you make some great points and thanks for watching!
@@andreaspencer9813 I can't get enough watching! I love the reviews you two put out. Keep them coming 👏
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@@andreaspencer9813 I've seen all the auto review channels. I know that you two are some of the best I've come across. You two know what's up! 💪 I like the way you two deliver your material. It's excellent consumer Information for those who are considering a new vehicle, or for those who just want to be informed about a particular brand and model.
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As impressive as this is. Zack’s use of the word ‘Premium’ is appropriate. I don’t consider cars at less than $50,000 CAN ($60 for SUVs) to be classified as ‘Luxury’ cars. A Brand should not, by default, receive a luxury status throughout it’s lineup. The 3-series, C-class, A4’s and ES’s ... are certainly upscale/premium; but faux leather, heated/cooled seats, HUDs and a German (Japanese) Premium badges are just ‘not quite’ Luxury vehicles. They are simply .... achievable, disposable and generic. True Luxury feels special (like my past 7-series) every time you look at it , drive it or arrive. I like all Brands; but the Badge alone shouldn’t dictate a luxury status - unless your Badge says Rolls Royce, Aston Martin or Bentley. Despite these points; I do very much like this new Infiniti, quite a lot, for an upscale premium model. Great review. Sorry for the rant. Thanks for the video.
Great looking car, but Infiniti missed the execution. I had the QX50 twice as a loaner while my Red Sport was in for maintenance. Suspension is bouncy. Accelerator is not linear. Seating is uncomfortable. And, they weighed it down with large wheels. This comes from a guy who owned an EVO VIII and an un-streetable WRX. Looks, yes. The rest, no.
Awesome review! Looks like summer there, beautiful dress Drea. Not crazy about the CVT. Why?
Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it.
People talk about nissans/infinitis but people keep buying them😬! I’ve already seen a few of these on the roads.
Beautiful car tho
An absolute stunning exterior design. And Nissan cuts corners with ancient off-the-shelf tranny and interior design. This is what happens when you allow bean counters to run a company (into the ground).
Wait, leatherette seats!!!???? This is a luxury brand vehicle. It's more expensive than the QX50 and it has leatherette?????
WTF??
favorite couple car reviewer❤️❤️❤️
Thank you so much! :)
Where has infiniti been? Haven't seen the new ones on the road for a long time!
Could the reason Nissan has left Infinity models to rot is because they are financially in trouble?
I have a 2015 Q50 which I’m looking to replace with something newer and with more utility. The CVT rules this out for me. Had a Nissan with a CVT once and I hated it.
The CVT tech has improved like crazy since your old Rogue. You can't even tell it's a CVT these days. Go and try it out. In this segment however I think RDX is the top dog.
Another exceptional video!
Thank you so much Chuck! :)
What are the limitations of the CVT? What is the purpose of the CVT?
INFINITI can’t put anything other than the CVT with their variable compression engine. They have stated that before. The VC engine is always and will always be paired with a CVT. If they get rid of the CVT then they would also have to ditch the VC engine and they just aren’t ready to do that yet.
GV70! Waiting for you two to review that beauty!
Next week!
Do you think next year or so they can put the pathfinder automatic in this?
Very sleek looking good stuff u2 ..
Thank you very much!
I have 25,000 on my 2022 Outlander, runs great. The 2.5 engine and CVT work great, plenty of power for me. The major reason I bought this Mitsubishi was the 100,000 mile powertrain warranty. So, those who are in dismay about the CVT have plenty of worry free driving time under this warranty. I am getting great gas mileage 26 city and a true 32 highway.
Great review. Just want to say that I am pretty sure you can"t use ZF 8 speed since it is for longitudinal engine layouts. The QX60 is getting the ZF 9 speed which hasn't had great reviews in Acura, FCA, and Land Rover products. That one is for transverse layouts.
Good point. Either way, ZF has a solution for Infiniti.
You are totally right though, a car with luxury aspirations should not have a CVT.
You had me stopped dead in my tracks at CVT.
IF there is ample power, then CVTs are actually fine. You get to speed (or well above) long before the CVT sluggish whine starts.
I think it will sell very well. I have seen several already in the Palm Springs area. They look great.
Excellent review, both of You. I like Infiniti brand, they are very likable. But I never would own one, they are too exotic in my place. Unfortunately, Nissan withdrew Infiniti from the European market ( Western Europe, at least ) 1--3 years ago ( no new sales ) ! :(
Thank you for sharing and glad you enjoyed the review.
Andrea, you stated you got a lot of looks driving the vehicle. I don't think they were looking at the car---just sayin
Nissan is really missing the mark and they have the engines to make their cars more exciting and performance oriented. The QX55 can easily be offered with the QX60 powertrain for a Red Sport 300 model. In that smaller SUV it'd at least make 300+ Hp. They also should do a sport version of the QX60 as well with the Q60 Red Sports turbo V6 💯
Would be interested in seeing how the VC Turbo engine performs with a proper automatic transmission. I drove the QX50 in 2019 and the CVT really seemed to hold it back.
Nissan Pathfinder Mainland China localized version has this engine but mated to a ZF 9 Speed Traditional Automatic.
Few years ago Infiniti charged $60k for super car with 5l V8 - FX50S. And now $60k for this.
I just got out of a car with a CVT (CH-R) and into one with a regular automatic (Mazda 3). And though I love my Mazda, I kind of like the CVT better in highway driving. The transmission in the CH-R would kick down quickly, and I think holding the ratios without upshifting feels better for acceleration. I think CVT’s get a bad rap because typically they’re paired with economy engines. Give them more power and tune them right, and I think they’re fine.
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Great video as always but a little disappointed with the vehicle comparisons...why have the Evoque and not the Stelvio???????
If you watch again, we mentioned coupe-like SUVs and the Evoque certainly is that, not the stelvio
@@Motormouth...you think the infinity is a coupe style?
We mentioned the Evoque because it is the primary competitor to the QX55 according to Infiniti.
@@paulybthealfaguy Yes, Infiniti describes it as a crossover coupe.
Awesome review guys! Nice vehicle but too pricey for me but if they included hybrid, it will sell well. Cheers! 👍🏻👊🏻
Thank you, really glad you enjoyed it.
@@andreaspencer9813 I am honestly enjoy it. 😃
Looks just as stunning as Andrea!
Thank you! :)
I'm going to buy this
It's mid-2024 and I still love the exterior styling of the QX55. For those who have owned this vehicle how reliable is it? Any maintenance issues or other information for prospective buyers? Thanks!
Not for me at that price. From what I've learned from your videos, I could get the best trim Mazda CX-5 (and I don't care how anyone pronounces it!) for about $35,000 US or, if I want a premium badge, a similarly loaded Audi Q5 for about $50,000 US. But getting close to $60,000 US for what looks like an outdated model has no appeal.
Impressed by the hedges.
To be honest if it had a black grille, it would look good.
Yeah, I love this design, but hate CVTs, but I can understand coz changing anything requires lots of invested capital. They probably figured they could save that capital and keep the price lower in hopes to sell people on design and a much lower price than Europeans who are experts at charging you more for shaving off a part of the rear end.
After seeing this it makes me wish they just made a 3rd gen QX70 instead.