2023-07-10 14:27:52
Introduction
Last year, Infiniti overhauled the QX60 with a new look, lots of modern tech, and a more luxurious cabin.
The first generation, which had been around since 2014 with minimal changes, was showing its age and an improved second generation arrived for the 2022 model year.
The QX60 is Infiniti’s sleeker version of the Nissan Pathfinder. This three-row luxury SUV prioritizes comfort and a smooth driving experience.
Styles and Options
The 2023 Infiniti QX 60 comes in Pure, Luxe, Sensory and Autograph models, which I tested.
The deluxe Autograph model comes with second-row captain’s chairs, which reduces passenger capacity to six.
It brings premium features like massaging front seats, heated second-row seats, an air purifier, wireless smartphone charging, a motion-activated power liftgate, and a 17-speaker Bose stereo system.
Power train
The QX 60 features a 3.5-liter V6 engine with 295 horsepower and 270 pound-feet of torque mated to a nine-speed automatic transmission, replacing the previous continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT).
Front-wheel drive is standard but all-wheel drive is an option. It can tow up to 6,000 pounds, which is 1,000 pounds more than the previous model’s capacity.
Interior Style
The Infiniti’s interior materials look much more luxurious than those of the Nissan Pathfinder, with a leather-covered dash and padded upholstery among the many unique QX60 touches.
The two models share a steering wheel, center console layout, console layout, and an open cubbyhole under the gear stick.
There are some satin chrome trim elements on the center console and steering wheel that tend to catch the midday sun, causing some uncomfortable reflections for the driver.
There’s plenty of room behind the wheel, and the center row has plenty of head and legroom, making the interior very accommodating on long drives.
The front seats are well-padded and supportive for long-distance comfort. The cooled front seats are available with a massage function.
Autograph’s second-row captain’s chairs feature an easily removable center console, to give owners greater versatility, whether for passengers or cargo. The third row seats can accommodate adults.
Behind the third row of seats is 14.5 cubic feet of cargo space, and folding down the rearmost seats increases capacity to 41.6 cubes.
At its maximum, the QX60 can fit up to 75.4 cubic feet behind the front seats.
The 12.3-inch center screen is quick to touch, but the menu layout and some of the graphics seem unsophisticated for a luxury vehicle.
Apple CarPlay smartphone integration works wirelessly and with a USB cable, but Android Auto is USB only. The QX60 features plenty of charging ports for front-seat and second-row passengers.
The sound quality of the available 17-speaker Bose audio system is unremarkable for a premium system. Voice controls disappoint for a luxury SUV and lack the natural language recognition that many rival systems possess.
Security
The QX 60 brings stability and traction control, anti-lock brakes, a 360-degree parking camera, front seat side airbags, full-length front side curtain airbags and active head restraints.
An additional upgrade to Infiniti’s ProPilot Assist system is available. The previous QX60 came with the ProAssist system, which included driving aids such as adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, and reverse automatic braking.
The new ProPilot Assist adds a lane centering feature to the mix that can make small steering adjustments to keep the QX60 from drifting out of its lane.
ProPilot Assist is now linked to the navigation system, so the vehicle’s adaptive cruise control system can automatically slow down for curves in the road.
On the highway
The 2023 Infiniti QX60 is quick to accelerate from a standstill, pulling off the line without hesitation and picking up speed with conviction. Even when you need to hit highway speeds quickly, you don’t feel the need to step on it.
On the highway, it feels less floaty and more composed, though there’s more road noise than you’d expect from a luxury SUV. Wind noise, however, is well muted.
The QX60 is also much more comfortable on a curvy, back road. The bodywork remains more controlled as it progresses through corners, which in turn increases driver confidence.
It has one of the best CVTs in the industry, but even so, this new transmission responds quicker when you need acceleration and is less prone to engine whine during acceleration.
The steering comes off as a bit of light, which is welcome in a parking lot, but less appealing when driving on highways. Response is slow, and it’s impossible to turn very hard, which makes for extra work in tight spaces.
The execution of driver assistance is not the best. Manual cruise control doesn’t brake on hills, adaptive cruise control is slow to accelerate and braking aggressively and late.
In general, it is a competitive luxury SUV, to enjoy the day to day.
Conclusion
The new 2023 QX60 may not have the same level of refinement as BMW’s and Mercedes’ pricier models, but it’s comparable to SUVs from Acura, Genesis, and Lexus.
But it represents a big step in the right direction for Infiniti. It has the performance, luxury and features to challenge the Acura MDX and can even be considered to take on the Lincoln Aviator.
Precio: from US$ 50,395 up to US$ 63,795
Consumption: 20 mpg city, 26 mpg highway
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