Pros: Gutsy acceleration; high-tech infotainment and safety features; cabin quality; availability of all-wheel drive; smooth, strong V6 engine
Cons: Option packages are pricey; manual transmission isn’t available; so-so rear-seat space
2015 Q50
CG Says: The Infiniti Q50 debuted for 2014 as a replacement for the G37 Sedan. For 2015, it gets a new Performance Wheel Package with RAYS-brand 19-inch wheels. The base engine is a 328-horsepower V6; the Hybrid model gets a 3.5-liter V6/electric-motor powertrain that puts out 354 hp. A 7-speed automatic is the lone transmission choice for both engines. The Q50’s Technology highlights include dual touchscreens; Active Lane Assist, which uses cameras to detect if the vehicle is drifting out of its lane and automatically makes fine adjustments accordingly; and Direct Adaptive Steering, a multi-mode all-electric steering system than Infiniti says is quicker than other systems. The Q50 is an athletic premium midsize car that delivers class-competitive performance and luxury accommodations, along with available all-wheel drive in every variant. Not all of our testers are sold on the benefits of Direct Adaptive Steering or the Q50 Hybrid; our favorite Q50s are the non-hybrid Sport models.
2015 Q50
| Class | Premium Midsize Car |
| Body Style(s) | 4-door sedan |
| Passenger Count | 5 |
| Drive Wheels | rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | Infiniti |
| Nation of Manufacture | Japan |
| Base Prices | Base: $37,150 AWD Base: $38,950 Premium: $40,000 AWD Premium: $41,800 Sport: $43,650 AWD Sport: $5,450 Hybrid Premium: $44,400 AWD Hybrid Premium: $46,200 Hybrid Sport: $46,800 AWD Hybrid Sport: $48,600 |
| Base Engine 3.7-liter V6 |
| Horsepower 328 |
| Std. Transmission 7-speed automatic |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 19-20 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 27-30 |
| Optional Engine 3.5-liter V6/electric |
| Horsepower 354 |
| Std. Transmission 7-speed automatic |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 27-29 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 31-36 |
