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I will try my best to provide detailed info on various cars and what is like to live with them, I have already produced a few for Jaguar-car-forums, I will do my best to be unbiased, but it will be hard for some cars. I will re-produce press releases and copy from other motoring news.
Alfonso Albaisa, INFINITI executive design director, took an all-new INFINITI Q60 to Havana – the first U.S.-spec car registered in Cuba in 58 years – to trace his roots back to his parents’ birthplace.
Now based in Japan, where he oversees all four INFINITI design studios across the world, Alfonso grew up in Miami.
This was his first opportunity to visit Cuba and see the curves of the mid-century modern architecture of his great-uncle Max Borges-Recio, including the Tropicana, Club Nautico, as well as Borges Recio’s own home.
In the process, Alfonso may have also found the origins of his own design DNA that is expressed in the unique flowing lines of current INFINITI vehicles.
About INFINITI
INFINITI Motor Company Ltd. is headquartered in Hong Kong with sales operations in over 50 countries. The INFINITI brand was launched in 1989.
Its range of premium automobiles is currently built in manufacturing facilities in Japan, the United States, United Kingdom and China. INFINITI plans to also expand manufacturing into Mexico by 2017.
INFINITI design studios are located in Atsugi-Shi near Yokohama, London, San Diego and Beijing.
INFINITI is in the middle of a major product offensive. The brand has been widely acclaimed for its daring design and innovative driver-assistance technologies.
From the 2016 season, INFINITI is a technical partner of the Renault Sport Formula 1® team, contributing its expertise in hybrid performance.
QX Sport Inspiration, the latest interpretation of "Powerful Elegance," design language hints at a future INFINITI mid-sized premium SUV
Q60 3.0t Sport completes INFINITI's sport coupe portfolio and features 300-horsepower 3.0-liter V6 twin-turbo engine
INFINITI VC-Turbo, the first production-ready variable compression engine, marks significant leap forward for the internal combustion engine
INFINITI Q60 Neiman Marcus Limited Edition will also make an appearance on the show floor
INFINITI will debut two vehicles and an industry first engine technology for the first time in North America today at the 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show, which runs Nov. 18 through the 27 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Additionally, the INFINITI Q60 Neiman Marcus Limited Edition will be on display at the INFINITI stand.
"In a city known for its appreciation for great automotive design and environmental sustainability, INFINITI is delighted show the new design direction for our future SUVs, as well as the world's first variable compression ratio engine, for the first time in North America," said Roland Krueger, president of INFINITI Motor Company.
"We are undergoing a major product offensive based on our strengths in design and innovation, and, as such, are poised to have another record year."
QX Sport Inspiration: the evolution of a concept
Revealed for the first time at the 2016 Beijing Auto Show, the INFINITI QX Sport Inspiration is an elegant and powerful expression of progressive SUV design, and it explores the company's vision for a next-generation, premium mid-size SUV.
INFINITI's progressive outlook is evident in the QX Sport Inspiration's elegant yet powerfully proportioned exterior, with upgrades that include a matte grey exterior color and larger, 22-inch wheels in a striking bronze color with matching brake calipers.
Flowing lines and advanced craftsmanship characterize the spacious and beautifully appointed interior, which gains kick plate lighting at the base of every door. The interior's color palette – predominantly black and white with flashes of the hide's natural tan color – is enhanced with sections added in brown leather.
Transforming on demand, INFINITI's VC-Turbo technology uses an advanced multi-link system to seamlessly raise or lower the reach of the pistons, detecting the car's driving condition and driver inputs, and instantly selecting the most suitable compression ratio. The engine is able to offer any compression ratio between 8:1 (for high performance) and 14:1 (for high efficiency).
In production form, the VC-Turbo engine is expected to have a power output of approximately 268 horsepower and 288 lb-ft torque, comparable to certain six-cylinder gasoline powertrains for performance while significantly outperforming them in efficiency.
The four-cylinder VC-Turbo engine achieves lower levels of noise and vibration than conventional internal combustion engines, particularly diesel, and it is lighter and more compact than V6 units with comparable power outputs.
INFINITI's VC-Turbo technology marks a significant leap forward for the internal combustion engine, joining other renowned powertrain innovations such as liquid cooling, fuel injection, catalytic convertors and turbocharging. The arrival of the variable compression ratio engine will establish new benchmarks – for power, efficiency and emissions – against which future powertrains will be measured.
2017 INFINITI Q60 3.0t Sport
For 2017, the Q60 is completely redesigned, benefiting from the very best of INFINITI styling, performance and technology. The Q60 reclaims its title as the brand's halo car and is the third chapter in a lineage of iconic INFINITI sport coupes, starting with the 2003 G35.
The comprehensive update for 2017 includes a trio of all-new advanced turbocharged engines to expand market coverage, next-generation ride and handling technologies, and the very latest INFINITI infotainment and Safety Shield driver assistance systems.
Designated by the silver "S" model badge, the new Q60 3.0t Sport is the latest addition to the 2017 Q60 portfolio and is equipped with the new VR-series 3.0 liter V6 twin turbo engine featuring 300 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. Offering select content from the Q60 Red Sport 400 flagship, the Q60 3.0t Sport includes sport brakes with silver-painted calipers, sport-tuned Dynamic Digital Suspension, carbon fiber interior trim, semi-aniline leather-appointed sport seats, paddle shifters and aluminum-accented pedals. Dual occupant memory system for driver's seat, power tilt and telescope steering column, auto dimming outside mirrors and interior ambient lighting are also standard.
INFINITI Q60 Neiman Marcus Limited Edition
Neiman Marcus recently announced the inclusion of the INFINITI Q60 Neiman Marcus Limited Edition in the luxury retailer's annual Christmas Book. Named this year's Fantasy Gift, the Q60 Neiman Marcus Limited Edition can be found on page 128 of the Neiman Marcus Christmas Book. The whole package retails for $63,000 and includes an exclusive Gallery White leather weekender bag, a plaque with the car's VIN number, Neiman Marcus-branded indoor car cover and letter of authenticity. Additionally, with the purchase of each INFINITI Q60 Neiman Marcus Limited Edition, INFINITI will donate $1,000 to The Heart of Neiman Marcus Foundation.
Based on the Red Sport 400 version of the all-new 2017 INFINITI Q60, this 400-horsepower coupe is equipped with a 3.0 liter-twin-turbocharged V6 engine and is painted a striking Solar Mica hue. The Neiman Marcus Limited Edition Q60 offers Direct Adaptive Steering™, Dynamic Digital Suspension, Bose® Performance Series premium audio system and INFINITI InTouch™ infotainment system. This special edition Q60 also features genuine carbon fiber accents on the fender vents, fog-light finishers, mirror caps and rear spoiler.The interior is equipped with Gallery White semi-aniline leather-appointed sports seats and Silver Optic Fiber Interior Trim.
"INFINITI has a longstanding tradition of design prowess and engineering excellence, and at our core, we stand for empowering the drive of our products," said Randy Parker, vice president, INFINITI Americas. "The QX Sport Inspiration, VC-Turbo engine, Q60 3.0t Sport and the stunning Q60 Neiman Marcus Limited Edition embody the brand's promise to deliver innovative and forward-thinking products and experiences for our customers."
INFINITI announces the prices for the full line-up of Q60, a few days before the premium sports coupe will celebrate its market introduction at the Paris Motor Show. Prices can be found under the following link: https://www.infiniti.co.uk/cars/new-cars/q60.html
As of October 2016 INFINITI’s premium sports coupe will be on sale in showrooms across Europe. The all-new Q60 will be available in two powertrains: a 2.0-litre gasoline engine turbocharged producing 208hp and a 3.0 litre V6 twin-turbo version producing 400hp.
INFINITI Q60 empowers the drive with available state of the art features, such as INFINITI’s second-generation Direct Adaptive Steering, the new Dynamic Digital Suspension, and the Drive Mode Selector. Delivery dates of the different trim levels may vary.
Infiniti will launch its all-new Infiniti InTouch Services with the new Q60 sports coupe, due on sale in European markets soon.
The new infotainment features, which ensure Infiniti remains competitive in the premium connectivity arena, improve comfort, convenience and safety, and reflect the brand’s strategy towards customer-centric and premium mobility services that give confidence to the driver.
In touch with your connected world through INFINITI InTouch
With faster processing power, Infiniti InTouch can now manage over 250 programmable settings for engine, suspension and steering (accessed through the Drive Mode Selector), seat position, audio and navigation, as well as heating and ventilation. The preferred settings for three drivers can be stored on the Infiniti Intelligent Key.
Q60 owners will be able to access certain vehicle functions remotely using the Infiniti InTouch Services App, which interacts directly with the car. Drivers can easily activate Infiniti InTouch Services and use them through the Q60, smartphone or personal computer.
The comfort, convenience and safety features that come with Infiniti InTouch Services include:
Call Infiniti Assistance: In-vehicle breakdown calling at the touch of a button.
Maintenance alert notification: Reminder notification when vehicle is due for scheduled maintenance.
My Car Finder: Ability to check the latest available position of your Infiniti on your smartphone or computer.
Remote horn and remote lights: Ability to sound the horn or flash the lights remotely using the Infiniti InTouch Services App to locate the car when needed.
Vehicle Health Report: Providing a monthly overview of the car’s status regarding ABS, airbags, brakes, engine, oil pressure, and tyre pressure.
Malfunction notification: Provides a notification through Infiniti InTouch Services App when a warning light is triggered in the vehicle.
Infiniti InTouch Tracking: After potential theft, incident is communicated either with an automatic alert or directly by the customer to the Service Provider, who later liaises with the Police and tracks the vehicle position.
Customer deliveries of the new Infiniti Q60 sports coupe will commence in selected markets in October 2016.
All-new 2017 Q60 Red Sport 400 starts at $51,300 RWD / $53,300 AWD
New performance flagship of the Q60 portfolio features 400 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque from new VR-series 3.0-liter V6 twin-turbo engine
Q60 Red Sport 400 also includes large sport brakes, sport-tuned Digital Dynamic Suspension and unique 19-inch sport aluminum-alloy wheels
Joins other available 2017 Infiniti Q60 models in Infiniti showrooms this month
INFINITI today announced pricing for the all-new 400-horsepower 2017 INFINITI Q60 Red Sport 400 sports coupe, which will begin arriving at INFINITI retailers nationwide this month. Pricing starts at $51,300 for rear-wheel drive models and $53,300 for models equipped with Infiniti Intelligent All-Wheel Drive.
The Q60 is offered in eight grade levels, including a choice of three turbocharged engines. The Q60 Red Sport 400, the performance flagship of the Q60 lineup, is highlighted by its 3.0-liter aluminum-alloy DOHC 24-valve twin-turbo V6, which features twin water-to-air charge coolers with two water pumps, optical turbo speed sensor and 14.7 psi turbo boost.
"The new Q60 Red Sport 400 has more horsepower than we've ever put in any INFINITI sports coupe, and will hold a strong position against its competitors with a significant power advantage," said Randy Parker, vice president, INFINITI Americas. "And, with its unmistakable styling and next-generation ride and handling technologies, we expect the all-new Q60 to continue INFINITI's legacy of advancing the sports coupe segment."
The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices* (MSRP) for the 2017 INFINITI Q60 Red Sport 400 are:
