USA - Infiniti announces pricing and specification for the entry level QX30 Premium crossover.

• 2018 QX30 arrives at INFINITI retailers nationwide in May
• QX30 offers a dramatic exterior design and a modern, dynamic interior.
• Pricing starts under $30,000 for QX30, one of six available models

INFINITI has announced pricing for the 2018 QX30, which arrives at INFINITI retailers nationwide in May. Prices for the popular premium active crossover remain unchanged from 2017, including the $29,950 starting MSRP for the base QX30 2WD model.

The QX30, which is offered in four front-wheel-drive and two all-wheel-drive models, first went on sale in the U.S. in August 2017. There are no significant content or equipment enhancements for the 2018 model year.

"The QX30 brings new customers to the brand, attracting young, active urban singles and couples who might not have considered INFINITI before," said Randy Parker, vice president, INFINITI Americas. 

"The QX30 makes a bold visual statement that it backs up with premium interior appointments, responsive performance and an extensive suite of advanced safety, security and driving assistance technologies."

The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices1 (MSRP) for the 2018 INFINITI QX30 are:

Model	Engine/Drive	MSRP
QX30	2.0L I4 Turbo / FWD	$29,950 USD
QX30 Luxury	2.0L I4 Turbo / FWD	$32,600 USD
QX30 Premium	2.0L I4 Turbo / FWD	$35,300 USD
QX30 Sport	2.0L I4 Turbo / FWD	$38,500 USD
QX30 Luxury AWD	2.0L I4 Turbo / AWD	$34,400 USD
QX30 Premium AWD	2.0L I4 Turbo / AWD	$37,700 USD

Destination and Handling $995 USD

The QX30 exterior is characterized by dramatic curves and turbulent, sculpted character lines, with signature LED daytime running lights and available LED headlights and LED fog lights. A panoramic moonroof and roof rails are also offered.

The more aggressive QX30 Sport has a lower ride height and includes unique front and rear lower fascias, gloss black grille, body-color side sill panels, cross-drilled front brake rotors, dark chrome exhaust finishers and unique 19-inch Gun Metallic aluminum-alloy wheels.

The QX30 Luxury AWD and QX30 Premium AWD have INFINITI's Intelligent All-Wheel Drive that apportions power to all four wheels. They also offer unique front and rear lower fascias, extended overfenders, unique black mold-in color side sills, roof rails, unique 18-inch machine finished, aluminum-alloy wheels and a higher ride height.

Inside, the QX30 challenges traditional standards of symmetry with its expressive, modern and dynamic interior. All QX30 models offer included Bluetooth Hands-free Phone System, RearView Monitor, INFINITI Intelligent Key, three 12-volt power outlets and Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control. QX30 Luxury and Premium grades offer Nappa leather-appointed seating.

Available technology includes a Bose® 10-speaker audio system and HD radio, INFINITI InTouchTM infotainment system, Around View® Monitor with Moving Object Detection and Intelligent Cruise Control.

The 2017 QX30's advanced powertrain delivers a confidence-inspiring, dynamic driving experience. The standard 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbocharged unit is rated at 208 horsepower. All 2018 QX30 models feature a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission with standard paddle shifters. The QX30 Luxury AWD and QX30 Premium AWD models come equipped with INFINITI's Intelligent All-Wheel Drive system.

The QX30 also offers a range of active safety and hazard avoidance technologies that enhance the driving experience, including available Intelligent Park Assist system. Other available QX30 safety, security and driver's assistance features include Blind Spot Warning, Lane Departure Warning and Forward Emergency Braking.

Nissan starts the new presses with the news that 9 Million UK built cars has been achieved.

• 5,200 Tonne XL press starts production
• £37 million pound investment in Nissan Sunderland plant
• Total Nissan production in the UK passes nine million

Production has started on Nissan’s new extra-large press at its manufacturing plant in Sunderland.

The £37 million pound project has taken just over 18 months to complete, since ground was broken mid-way through 2015.

Once at full capacity, it will be capable of stamping 2.5 million panels a year with a force in excess of 5,200 tonnes.

An official ceremony was held today at the new facility, which also celebrated the milestone of nine million cars built at the plant since production began in 1986.

Nissan's Divisional Vice President, European Manufacturing, Kevin Fitzpatrick, said: “The new press is a fantastic piece of cutting edge technology which sets up the next generation of production at Nissan Sunderland Plant.

“The quality of the build and the efficiency of the installation are a real credit to the dedication, talent and sheer hard work of our team at the plant.

“Reaching nine million cars is also a tremendous achievement for the plant. The vehicles we make have come a long way from the first Nissan Bluebird to roll off the line. And it’s not just the quantity - it’s the quality of craftsmanship that goes into our innovative and exciting cars that will keep pushing us towards new production records.”

More than 10 meters in height, with foundations deeper than 6.5m, the giant facility will press body sides and other panels for vehicles built in Sunderland, including the leading crossovers Qashqai and Juke, the Nissan LEAF, the world’s best-selling electric vehicle, and the two Infiniti models, Q30 and QX30.

The new press line and panel storage area required a building extension totalling 6,780m², taking the total built up space on site above 362,000m², the equivalent of more than 50 football pitches.

The new XL press, the first of its type in the Renault-Nissan Alliance, will be the biggest at Sunderland and joins the existing seven press lines.

In addition to the company’s £3bn annual injection into the British economy through suppliers, services and wages, the new press forms part of the £650m ongoing investment in new facilities and future models in Sunderland which has taken the total capital investment by Nissan in the plant since it opened to beyond £4bn.

Nissan has confirmed that it will build the next generation Qashqai and X-trail at the Sunderland UK Production Facility.

Nissan Motor Company Ltd. today announced, following its Executive Committee meeting, that it will produce the next Qashqai and will add production of the next X-Trail model at its Sunderland, U.K. Plant.

Nissan’s decision follows the U.K. government’s commitment to ensure that the Sunderland plant remains competitive. As a result, Nissan will increase its investment in Sunderland, securing and sustaining the jobs of more than 7,000 workers at the plant.

“I am pleased to announce that Nissan will continue to invest in Sunderland. Our employees there continue to make the plant a globally competitive powerhouse, producing high-quality, high-value products every day,” said Carlos Ghosn, Chairman and CEO of Nissan. “The support and assurances of the U.K. government enabled us to decide that the next-generation Qashqai and X-Trail will be produced at Sunderland. I welcome British Prime Minister Theresa May’s commitment to the automotive industry in Britain and to the development of an overall industrial strategy.”

Nissan’s Sunderland plant opened in 1986 and has produced almost 9 million cars since. One in three British cars are produced in Sunderland, which is the UK’s largest car plant of all time. In addition, 80% of production from Sunderland is exported to over 130 international markets. More than 2 million Qashqai’s have been built in Sunderland in less than 10 years. In addition to the 7,000 direct employees at Sunderland, the plant supports a further 28,000 British automotive supply chain jobs. To date, Nissan has invested more than £3.7 billion in Sunderland.

USA - Infiniti launched the all new QX30 in the USA, with six trim levels, and a $30k start price, its a good car to own.

• All-new 2017 QX30 priced from under $30,000 USD
• Dynamic, responsive performance, with standard 208-horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, is perfectly suited for the active urban environment
• Available technology includes INFINITI’s Around View® Monitor with Moving Object Detection and first-ever Intelligent Park Assist
• Special INFINITI QX30 Reservation Program now available online at InfinitiUSA.com

INFINITI Today announced pricing for the first-ever INFINITI QX30 premium active crossover, which arrives at INFINITI retailers nationwide in September. It is available in six trim levels: QX30, QX30 Luxury, QX30 Premium, QX30 Sport, QX30 Luxury AWD and QX30 Premium AWD.

In addition, a special 2017 QX30 Reservation Program is now available at InfinitiUSA.com for buyers desiring to be among the first in line for the bold new premium active crossover. 

Those who sign up for the program will be rewarded with their choice from a selection of premium gifts, including a GoPro® Hero4 Silver camera, Bose® SoundLink® around-ear wireless headphones II, Starwood Preferred Guest® one-night accommodation, GILT™ online shopping experience and a specially curated culinary experience.

The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices* (MSRP) for the 2017 INFINITI QX30 are:

Model	Engine/Drive	MSRP
QX30	2.0L I4 Turbo / FWD	$29,950 USD
QX30 Luxury	2.0L I4 Turbo / FWD	$32,600 USD
QX30 Premium	2.0L I4 Turbo / FWD	$35,300 USD
QX30 Sport	2.0L I4 Turbo / FWD	$38,500 USD
QX30 Luxury AWD	2.0L I4 Turbo / AWD	$34,400 USD
QX30 Premium AWD	2.0L I4 Turbo / AWD	$37,700 USD

Destination and Handling $995 USD

"The all-new QX30 is a tremendous addition to the INFINITI lineup – a powerful statement of our design and technology leadership and a vehicle that we predict will bring a new generation of premium buyers into our showrooms,” said Randy Parker, vice president, INFINITI Americas. 

“In addition to its striking appearance, the QX30 offers confidence-inspiring handling and an available Intelligent All-Wheel Drive system, making the QX30 the ideal vehicle to take on urban, suburban and winding rural roads in all driving conditions.”

UK SALES JUNE - Infiniti are currently running at 157% up on the month and an amazing 447% year to date.

• Registrations, month on month up 447%
• Total registrations, Year on Year up 157%

Six months into 2016 and Infiniti continues to increase its presence on UK roads with new car registrations already exceeding the total recorded during the full 12 month period of 2015 and up 157% year on year.

June proved to be a huge success in both Fleet and Retail sales with registrations climbing 447% compared to the same month last year, almost exceeding the full 2015 YTD volume in one month. Retail registrations alone were up 400% compared to June 2015.This rapid rise in registrations positions the Infiniti brand as one of the fastest growing automotive brands in the UK during the first six months of 2016.

Barry Beeston, Country Director for the UK commented: “Infiniti continues to drive forward in all areas of the business. With registrations increasing month on month in both fleet and retail sales, the network is currently benefiting from the continuous introduction of new models. The recent introduction of the two UK built products of the Q30 and QX30 is making a serious impact. Adding the stunning Q60 coupe, due later in the autumn, means this momentum is set to continue.”

The latest Sunderland manufactured Infiniti QX30 with its efficient 2.2 diesel engine, all-wheel drive and DCT transmission, is now available in Infiniti showrooms with a competitive starting price of £29,490

Infiniti has announced the pricing and trim levels for the All-New UK Built QX30 Premium Active Crossover.

Infiniti announces the prices for the line-up of QX30, its new Premium Active Crossover, a few months before the car will be available in showrooms across Europe in early summer this year.

At its market introduction, QX30 will be available in two trim levels, equipped with a 170hp 2.2d diesel engine with an intelligent all-wheel drive system and 7-speed dual clutch transmission. QX30 Premium starts at £29,490, the top version, QX30 Premium Tech, will be available from £33,370.

QX30 has just had its European debut at Geneva Motor Show. It attracts customers seeking a crossover that equally manages urban, winding or rural roads. It offers a series of new intuitive technologies enhancing safety, comfort and convenience, all expressed by a powerful and rugged yet elegant appearance.