2017 Infiniti QX70

Pros: Sporty handling with limited body lean and a very quick and direct steering feel; classy cabin materials; strong acceleration

Cons: One of the stiffest-riding SUVs around; radical styling hurts rear visibility; few standalone options—many desirable features are available only in expensive packages

CG Says: The Infiniti QX70 is essentially unchanged for 2017. There is a new Limited package with unique interior and exterior trim, along with 21-inch wheels. QX70 is a premium midsize crossover SUV with seating for five. A 325-horsepower 3.7-liter V6 mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission is the sole powertrain. Rear-wheel drive is standard and all-wheel drive is available. Available features include surround-view camera, adaptive cruise control, and climate-controlled seats. Available safety features include forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning and mitigation, and steering-linked headlights. The QX70 has the zip and dynamic chops to stand comparison with German alternatives such as the 6-cylinder BMW X5 and Porsche Cayenne. However, it lacks the overall polish and brand image of those Teutonic foes, and the swoopy styling and ill-advised suspension tuning create major compromises in ride, visibility, and utility. QX70 high points include solid assembly, a handsome interior, and a relatively strong features-per-dollar ratio for the class despite the expensive option packages. And good or bad, it looks like nothing else on the road—the QX70 appeals most to those who just have to be different.

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2016 Infiniti QX70 Review