2022 Infiniti Q50 Red Sport Review
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- Опубликовано: 15 сен 2024
- The 2022 Infiniti Q50 competes in a tough segment. It's not quite a full-on luxury machine but it is a premium sporty compact sedan, so it needs to fill its role well. It gets parts of the equation correct, but can it figure out the full sum of sports sedan desire here?
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I love my Q50. I think the car still looks gorgeous and the performance is great! Interior to me feels very premium with alot of soft touch materials and good fit and finish. Is this a track car? Definitely not. But for everyday driving it is very comfortable and has a great ride quality. And when I feel like doing some spirited driving, the car can really get up and go with that 400hp underneath the hood. It never fails to put a smile on my face. I think the Q50 is still a great option to consider in my opinion.
I feel the same about mine.
Ditto! Driving my second Q50 (RS this time). This car has been unfairly maligned for years. Love mine!
It is even the entry v6 TT is a beast and beauty
I’m on my 4th Q50, second RS. Nothing in its class compares. Best warranty, best service, no over priced oil changes …etc. routinely embarrasses the German competition ie.. M340, S4 & even the loud and slow Slopars! Seriously, best bang for the buck out there with loads of tuning potential. 😉
@@maverickngoose95 how does it possibly embarrass an M340?
This is an amazing car! Best bang for the buck! And out dated double screens??? Lamo! I’ll pass on the poser IPAD on the dash look. Wireless CarPlay, twin turbo 3.0 V6! Routinely gapping the competition while out styling them! Don’t sleep on this car! Hard pass on the over priced BMW, Audi and Lexus that have same quality if not cheaper materials in the cabin! Infiniti best warranty of any of them! You have to be a hater to not have this car.
...IF you get it used for $25k, which is what they go for.
Absolutely atrocious value in my opinion.
@@zsamps lmao this dude sounds like he was paid by infiniti to say this. This car is absolute ass, typical for Infiniti
@@arrowofG0d you sound like a “subawu” poser… 🥱
@@zsamps true but it will kinda last longer than a new Ford GT500 cuz ya know ford is cheap asf and need the Chinese to produce the transmission 😂
The infiniti is overpriced new, good value used because they’re less than half the price.
My 2020 Red Sport is a good daily driver and really moves. The car could benefit greatly with a responsive 8 speed double clutch.
Hey now, I love my car! Buy certified used and save a bundle. Purchased in 2020 for $30k and my car is STILL valued at $30-31k. Yes inflation, but still!!!
Is it RWD OR AWD?
@@sergiomunoz928 RWD, of course 😊
Unfortunately, every car is like that now. My wife's Subaru Crosstrek was $23,500 new in Jan 2021. It's now valued at $27,500 with 25,000 miles. We want to go back to Infiniti when we pass the Subaru to our daughter, but nothing in the class if affordable right now.
@@goldenfrost355 right, I understand. Prices are inflated on everything these days. I’m paying mine off this year and keeping it for a long while!
Bought my Red Sport as a dealer demo for $41k, what a bargain. Runs 12s, 28mpg @ 80mph, 20 gallon tank, reliable, still on OEM brakes at 48k. Added Apple CarPlay so interior tech complaints are moot.
It is not a track car, wish it had an LSD and the upcoming 9-speed should be great.
The RCF is far less efficient and is also dated, Type S is much slower. That all said, the M340 would be the next level up.
In terms of looks it STILL looks sensational! Don't care what anyone says but its looks better than it's bland German competition!
So true, German brands are boring, bland, over priced, etc. Luv my '19 Q50 RS.
Fuck no! Stop lying to yourself interior is terrible
Looks absolutely beautiful still. 😍🔥
We need a change after 4 years 😒
@@elgatosamurai9517 4 years? This cat had been around since 2013...9 years ago!
My advice to everyone is do not buy an Infiniti Q50. It is highly unreliable. The tires break all the time. I once had a flat tire right after I drove out of their dealership right after my regular maintenance. I guess the 360 point check did not include checking for leaking tires? Low quality cars. Low quality service. That’s your Infiniti!
I love my Q50. Auto press has a downer on it and always focus on the "negatives". It's a great car.
it really is i crashed mine and i’m getting it back tomorrow after a 3 month wait i cannot wait to get it back on the road
There are better options out there for the price point. Nissan / Infiniti is always late in catching up with the times. The dash and infotainment needs an update. The key fob saw little to no changes over the years and does not feel premium.
@@speedmaster001 the key fob…the only thing i don’t like is the dash. should be digital. and the infotainment system looks like shit compared to new cars. but i love the leather interior and that engine ;)
Have the 2022 and I love it … the power is amazing . Idc about genesis lols my car is a beast
I love mine. But it has been the same car for way to long.
The problem with Nissan is that they are married to the crappy CVT they are using that are terrible and countdowns to failure. My 2018 Q50, like you said, is ok, not great. It's fun to drive but the sound system is weak sauce. It is very plain. Even my friends Kia turbo car has a boost gauge. Ever since Nissan was bought by Renault Nissan/Infiniti has put out crap.
Beautiful car when it debuted but Infiniti has done absolutely nothing to upgrade or keep relevant. Good review
I wonder why the designers of this vehicle aren't willing to change & update this vehicle like other manufacturers have done, this is why their sales are slumping really bad
Infiniti lost its soul. There was a time when a lot of people wanted a G series, M or FX series. They pioneered 360 around view cameras before BMW, Audi and MB caught up to it. There was a time when they were one of the few that started LED tail lights. Then the brand fell in love with the letter “Q” and most horribly smaller and buggy underpowered CVT engine. The dash and even the key fob stopped being developed and updated that a cheaper Honda looks better in this department.
I still own an old FX35 with 161k miles on it that I rarely drive anymore. My wife drives a Qx60. I have long since moved on into an Audi as my daily driver. I was a loyal brand fan of the old performance oriented fan who kept on waiting year after year hoping the next one they will deliver a better and refreshed model and realized they never will. By the time a feeble attempt to catch up with the times, all the other premium brands are already doing something even better. I’m pretty sure there’s a lot who felt like me out there. I will probably never buy another Infiniti car.
I understand that Genesis G70 got more luxarious looking and better tech but in the side of power and driving experience I tried both the G70 couldn't stand a chance not in power and not in the driving fun you really won't appreciate the Q50 untill you own it, also the Q50 in the luxury side it got really premium materials used.
it could be better?
Yes but then it will be perfect and nothing is perfect.
I'm glad I went with the RCF. Used, of course. It was that vs Q60 red sport.
The interior/screens was a bit too much as wl.
You could say the same about the RCFs Toyota Carolla center section with the button layout.
How can the 2022 be the same as my 2018 😒 not impressed at all..
I thought that about my 2014! Looks like the same car, inside and out.
Still a good looking car, but outdated in many ways now as expected since this design has been out for about a decade now. I would buy a used one for half the price of a new one like what I did with my current 2016 Lexus GS350 F-Sport, especially since it hasn't changed much since 2016. I read that a redesigned model might come out later this year as a 2023 hopefully.
I agreed on buy this car in used market, but half the price? Not a chance at this moment with this crazy market. Maybe with the 16-17 with bad turbos or super high mileage. A decent one +18 will go for $45k easily, still a steal imo.
@@BamBam-qv7ht you should visit Autotrader
A 2016 RS400 is going for about 26.5k, which is really good.
The VR absolutely does not sound better than the VQ! Stock vs stock, no way is a VR twin turbo 3L V6 is going to sound better than the amazing sounding & naturally aspirated VQ 3.7L V6. First review or person for that matter, I've ever heard say that.
Definitely wouldn’t pay 61k for it maybe 45 61 is way to much
I have a q50 2015 3.7 vq and a 2022 g70 3.3t sports prestige and wow would the q50 benefit from a good transmission. I can't imagine the red sport with a good transmission to put that power down. g70 you put your foot down boom instant power it knows exactly what gear it needs to be in. my q50 it literally takes 2 seconds for it sometimes to know yeah maybe we should downshift when the throttle is all the way to the floor. Yes, the Red sport lacks handling as well but man is it a piss missile in a straight line if that what your looking for. Quick car just a shame Infiniti doesn't update the inside and transmission. For the price the g70 just blows it out of the water on every level from handling to transmission to the interior so will Infiniti change anything probably not they don't listen to consumers :(.
I am so ready for the 2023 Q50!
No more Q50 , will be replaced by front wheel drive model
@@samuelshou5179 sources!? , Because I work for the Nissan manufacturing facility
@@samuelshou5179 if they go full on Nissan then Infiniti the brand should just die and leave Nissan to selling. We don’t want Infinitis that drive like Nissans
Hell they need to make a four door GTR to compete with dodge and the new Cadillac
The only thing I have a problem with it this engine was not designed for the trans and platform. It’s like Infiniti is forcing them to hold hands, while they play tug of war. Genesis is also a tad slower and I would take Q style over G. My G37 is a beautiful daily driver. This engine is a baby GTR engine. So they shrunk and already prove engine.
You have an aftermarket exhaust on this. This is not stock.
I thought in 2022 INFINITI got rid of the steer by wire? If so, why is the steering not one of the best since it's still hydraulic?
It's almost like ininiti has given up since the q45, they just don't have the money or chutzpah to compete with lexus.
We don't get the marque in Australia any more. So sad as an enthusiast of the brand. I had my chance of trading up from a q30 to a q50 v6 TT in 19 and bloody regret now not doing it
Imagine a car that still sells beyond its outdated tech and looks? It’s the way the car drives that keeps people interested till this day because it’s hard to get performance from a car that sells at this price range with people view Of simplicity
Just because the car sells doesn't mean anything lol. The company is not doing well because they can't compete with other competitors. Nissan/infiniti is stuggling.
You look like Volkswagen jetta kinda guy 👌
Finally, the 2023 is a Redesign... Stay Safe, Be Safe!!!!
I was looking at this as the red sport model I chose the Ghibli SQ4
It's similar to the Nissan Altima
I think the exterior design is still good but could use a refresh like the 2022 Genesis G70 did. The interior is well overdue for an update. The tech is so antiquated by today's standards. No Qi wireless charging, no heads-up display, no ventilated seats, no standard rear connectivity...
You name all the things you don't like yet you still found your way to this review 🤦🏿♂️. You're clearly an INFINITI fanboy. It's okay to admit.
@@TheLaw_11 Yes, I'm a fan and an owner of Infiniti, but it doesn't mean they are immune from healthy criticism. In fact, I still own and drive a Infiniti G37 sedan. The lack of aforementioned features currently available on other brands has kept me from upgrading to the Q50 Red Sport 400. Subjectively, I still think it's a beautiful car. However, objectively speaking, wouldn't you agree they are behind in their refresh of this model? The current design has been around since 2014. I do like the interior of the 2022 QX60; hope it trickles over to the 2023 Q50 if Infiniti is willing to invest the R&D into their top selling sedan.
@@AlvinUT2001 the QX60 offers all the features you mentioned. So does the QX55 with the exception of wireless charging( not a big deal to me). However, have you actually sat in a 2020 and up Q50 to see the updated infotainment system? The software went through a major update that the 2019 and lower years didn't receive. The bottom screen actually has a very good/ high resolution now and it's actually the same resolution you see in the 2022 QX60 but ppl just get caught up on the two screen format and assume nothing changed since 2014 when indeed it has. Besides it offers over the air update which the 2019 and below models don't. They've said they have a wave of new products coming which started with QX55 , QX60 and plenty more to come later this year and next year. Besides the Q50 has many of the safety features that other luxury brands offer. Their vehicles are up to date on safety and technology. People don't criticize Maserati for still using anolog guages, no heads up display, and no ambient lighting etc even in their 2022 models because they're supposedly a performance brand but so is BMW and Mercedes and yet they have fully digital gauges, heads up display, and ambient lighting as an example.
@@TheLaw_11 I test drove a 2018 RS 400 a few years ago. I really liked the drive from the standpoint of it being a daily driver and Infiniti has always done well with their engines. I actually wouldn't mind if they kept their dual screen and just continued to improve upon it aesthetically and functionally (I like the Genesis G70 infotainment system). The lacking features I mentioned are a personal preference that I'm sure other potential Infiniti buyers would like them added to the Q50 as well, some of which I think should be standard or at least options in today's market. I don't personally care for the ambient lighting seen on other brands because it doesn't provide any functional value. If Infiniti were to put forth the $ and effort to add these other features, it would definitely be back on my list of potential next cars. I just think their Industrial Design is overdue for a refresh to stay competitive with the other brands (I have the same thoughts with the Lexus IS350 interior, too). In the meantime, I still enjoy driving my G37.
@@AlvinUT2001 I have the Q50 with the VQ engine. I've been trying to justify the move to the Red Sport but it's hard. Like you, I definitely enjoy the Q50 especially since the early Red Sports were having drive belt problems. I hope Nissan gets back on track with an update 2023 until then we're keeping the 3.7 liter
You can control the steering throw the setting and make it heavy..Genesis no good it's Korean not Japanese they don't less
Every Auto Reviewer comes out bagging the Q's straight out the gates LOL. This car 8/10 EASY.... and tf he mean the car aint luxury lol
Poorly tired from the factory and old tranny are the downfalls so reviews are typically poor
@@9moviewatcher9 the q50 couldn’t match a Camry in terms of luxury
This design is definitely outdated. The Infiniti brand is underwhelming. And to be honest, Genesis isn't really a bargain like people claim. Genesis has a slightly longer bumper to bumper warranty and a 100k powertrain only warranty, but doesn't have the network and customer support like the major automakers. Low 50s would have been a better starting price point for the red sport.
i like it that way. this is a good looking car so why change it. a lot of brand now are trying to look futurist, but it turns out ugly at the end. Altough they should really add more tech and make it stand out of bit. Why would I buy a new one when I can get a used one for 15k
It’s not like INFINITI’s network is much better.
Its 2022… please change the interior!! Its a bit minus for me
The interior is so 2010
don’t like how he did this at all… not to good at what he does
Are they ever going to redesign this car sheesh
Supposedly later this year, but I think it’s the end of the run for this car.
Leave my baby alone! Lol 😂
I hate the Double Screen
The 360 camera quality sucks.
Steering sucks.
Transmission sucks.
This car shares all of its parts with the 2009 G37, so this should come to no surprise. Also, it’s 60k 💰 💰
It’s old Fashion Screen
Let's all remember the next gen Q50 will be EV
lmao says exhaust is loud yet most who own the vr30 say its way to quiet stock maybe u just heared the engine noises thro the speaker lolz...tbh any of the 3.0 t with a tune, exhaust, , heat exchangers better tires is prtty fun n dmn near 500 whp / tq.......n u need it ..this car is heavy as is the q60
It’s amusing to hear this tired line “ I’m not a fan of Infiniti dual screen”. But these same people love it on other cars, just not Infinit.
Look at the gear stick.. needs to go please
My dream car
if i wanted to pay too much for cheap piano black everywhere, I would just buy an S4.
You'd have to be high as a kite to get one of these brand new.
Fr 60k for a car that has the same chassis as the 2003 g35 is literally lighting money on fire
I have one personally . Look at my RUclips channel . Modified non red sport model and running 500 wheel hp. I beat bmw m3s all day . Awd gets you 0-60 3.4 secs 93 tuned . Im rwd but it’s still fun
60k ? Lol
I’m sure they give insane deals on them. 60k for a car that belongs in 2007 is insane.
Genesis G70 is still Hyundai dude.
Totally outdated and needs a complete refresh inside and out. Use that same money and purchase an Acura TLX.
Or get it used for 29.5k
Totally outdated and outclassed. I wonder what the plan is for this car or the brand in general? Dead brand walking IMO.
its the interior thats lacking. Thats it though
It’s an Infiniti which is a Nissan and for that reason, I’m out.