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Infiniti QX60 I (L50, facelift 2016) 3.5 V6 (295 Hp) AWD Automatic
Overall Rating
Infiniti QX60:
The Infiniti QX60, called the Infiniti JX until the 2014 model year, is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV with three-row seating produced by Infiniti, the luxury vehicle division of Japanese automaker Nissan. It is underpinned by an elongated Nissan Murano platform also used by the Nissan Pathfinder.
In keeping with Infiniti's naming scheme for 2014, in which cars begin with Q and SUVs begin with QX, the JX was renamed to QX60. While the number previously denoted engine displacement , the new number, 60, is largely to do with its place in the product lineup, with larger numbers usually corresponding to more expensive vehicles....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (L50, facelift 2016) Overview:
Infiniti QX60 (I (L50, facelift 2016)). With 366 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2053 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
3.5 V6 (295 Hp) AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers robust power for a large SUV, providing confident acceleration for highway merging and passing. The VQ35DD engine is responsive, though the CVT can sometimes dull the immediate feel of power.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is average for its class and power output, with urban consumption around 12.4 l/100 km and extra-urban at 9 l/100 km. Not class-leading, but acceptable for a full-size V6 SUV.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable 7-seater interior
- • Smooth ride quality, ideal for long journeys
- • Available efficient hybrid powertrain
- • Strong V6 engine options with ample power
- • Good standard features for its class
Cons:
- • CVT transmission can feel unengaging under hard acceleration
- • Infotainment system can feel dated compared to rivals
- • V6 fuel economy is average (non-hybrid)
- • Not as dynamically engaging as some European competitors
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (L50, facelift 2016): 2016 - September, 2021).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Infiniti |
| Model: | QX60 |
| Generation: | I (L50, facelift 2016) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 V6 (295 Hp) AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2017 |
| End of production: | September, 2021 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 295 Hp @ 6400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 84.3 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 366 Nm @ 4800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | VQ35DD More details about the engine VQ35DD |
| Engine displacement: | 3498 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, CVTCS |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.8 l |
| Coolant: | 9.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7 kg/Hp, 143.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.6 kg/Nm, 178.3 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2053 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2166 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 453 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 73 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5095 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1961 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1742 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2901 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1669 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1669 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 187 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.8 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 1 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | CVT |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 235/65 R18; 235/55 R20 |
| Wheel rims size | 7.5J x 18; 7.5J x 20 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
If you could change one thing about the Infiniti QX60, what would it be?