INFINITI Q50

Eight years is an eternity when it comes to a vehicle's lifespan, but that's how long the Infiniti Q50 has gone without a full redesign. Sure, it received a major refresh in 2016, but in the entry-level luxury sedan class, it's the grizzled old veteran trying to fend off fresher (and better) rivals. Aside from its potent V6 engine choices, there's little enticement to win shoppers over.

As a result, we suggest looking elsewhere in the class. In particular, the Mercedes A-Class and related CLA are excellent choices and the more powerful AMG versions are just as punchy as the Q50's base engine. You might also check out the Acura TLX or redesigned Audi S3. To put it succinctly, you can do better than the Infiniti Q50. Our Expert Rating below spells it out in more detail.

Which Q50 does MatoCar recommend?

The 2022 Infiniti Q50 is available in three trim levels: Luxe, Sensory and Red Sport 400. The first two use a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine (300 hp, 295 lb-ft of torque), while the Red Sport 400 increases output to 400 hp and 350 lb-ft. A seven-speed automatic transmission sends power to the rear wheels. All-wheel drive is offered throughout the lineup.

Besides the typical features expected of most luxury sport sedans, the Q50 Luxe trim comes with:

• Auto-dimming and power-folding mirrors
• Sunroof
• Keyless entry and ignition
• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• Leather upholstery
• Heated front seats with memory functions
• Heated steering wheel
• Power tilt-and-telescoping steering column
• 16-speaker Bose premium Audio system
• Android Auto and Wireless Apple CarPlay smartphone integration
• Two infotainment touchscreens
• Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
• Auto-dimming rearview mirror
• Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the vehicle and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
• Adaptive cruise control (adjusts speed to maintain a constant distance between the Q50 and the car in front)
• Blind-spot monitor (alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot)
• Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)

The Sensory trim ups the performance and luxury quotient with:

• High-performance summer tires
• Air purifier
• Sport seats
• Navigation system
• Interior ambient lighting

The range-topping Red Sport 400 is the highest performer in the lineup with 400 hp. It also adds:

• Adaptive suspension dampers
• Upgraded brakes
• Premium leather upholstery
• Unique exterior and interior styling treatments