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Every time you get in, you’ll appreciate the segment-exclusive flexible doorstop that will hold the door open in nearly any position. It prevents the door from springing back on you. Easy entry. Easy exit.
I was just wondering what happened to this feature. It makes perfect sense on a coupe.
I didn't like the Direct Adaptive Steering when I test drove a Q... whatever used to be the G sedan, but they say they've improved it now so who knows?
^^ Not that I am offended or trying to offend but technically, isn't getting pleasure from playing and rowing a protruding device technically sort of describes what you are alluding to?
Looks like an Audi in the front. Also the side badging is ala-Audi as well. I don't like that side badging or (fake?) side scoop, but overall, I'm in trouble. I like this car, but trying to stay away from a car note. Anyway, here's a nice video.
For me, it would depend on how well these actually perform. Most of the 3 series models are pretty much underrated. I'm eager to know if the 3.0T Red Sport is actually faster than the 340i.
For me, it would depend on how well these actually perform. Most of the 3 series models are pretty much underrated. I'm eager to know if the 3.0T Red Sport is actually faster than the 340i.
i am predicting they will be about the same.. not sure how good those 7AT is. But by having 1 more turbo than the 3/4, its gotta count for something right?
but from advertisement/marketing standpoint, you can once again say that 3/4 actually have a real competitor now, like the 03 G35C.
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^ I think it looks better in person. I didn't like the color that was on display (red like in the online pics) but in other colors it would look even better.
i am predicting they will be about the same.. not sure how good those 7AT is. But by having 1 more turbo than the 3/4, its gotta count for something right?
but from advertisement/marketing standpoint, you can once again say that 3/4 actually have a real competitor now, like the 03 G35C.
The only downside about N54 overall in my experience is it is not as reliable as N55. not just as the engine but overall (water pump, fuel pump and other moving parts) and N55 other than some minor issues like the electrical Aux fan is too sensitive, high pitch electrical buzzing sound. Other than that, based on my last 2 cars, it is pretty reliable. At least for the first 3 years
Last edited by oonowindoo; 04-13-2016 at 01:08 PM.
I see. Yea my friend has a 2007 335i too and he seems to be changing pumps pretty often. He's looking into getting a S5 instead.
Anyway, back on topic. I also want to know if Infiniti made any changes to improve the handling, particularly the steering. Infiniti seems to be making frequent changes to the handling and steering, but it seems like it's still not very good from the different reports.....
Not sure. But i will make sure to drive it when it is released to see how it is compare to my G35 and G37.... Never bothered to drive the current Q50.
But i do have friends who have driven them already from training and etc.. and they work for local infiniti dealership told me that the 2.0T is ridiculously slow (nothing like the 328) but the 400hp one is ridiculously fast. No 300hp is available any time soon.
but the QX30 that is coming out supposedly with the same 2.0t has a much better drive than the Q50 2.0t..
Not sure. But i will make sure to drive it when it is released to see how it is compare to my G35 and G37.... Never bothered to drive the current Q50.
But i do have friends who have driven them already from training and etc.. and they work for local infiniti dealership told me that the 2.0T is ridiculously slow (nothing like the 328) but the 400hp one is ridiculously fast. No 300hp is available any time soon.
but the QX30 that is coming out supposedly with the same 2.0t has a much better drive than the Q50 2.0t..
that QX30 is tiny. I think that car would be more suited for Europe than NA. But that's just me. It's odd looking in person. I think I like the mercedes version of it better (I think they are built on the same platform or share the engine or what something like that)
yes you are correct about the QX and the Mercedes.
But the selling point of QX30 is its price. From what i was told you can get one for mid to high $200s to lease with min. drive off and it is well equipped even in standard trim.
So for somoene who wants a small SUV from a Luxury brand, you won't find much within that price range (Even base X1 is in the low 400s with min. drive off)
Yea, the Q50 2.0T has the same engine as the CLA 250. The CLA250 is already noticeably slower than the 328i. Add a few hundreds pounds to it, like the Q50, and it will be even slower...
I have a friend looking to replacing his mini countryman. He's interested in the NX200t, but perhaps the QX30 isn't a bad choice too. I sat in one in the autoshow and thought it's pretty nice inside.
I was just looking at the pictures of QX30... not only it is built on the same platform with the same engine as Mercedes. Even the interior is pretty much from Mercedes with Infiniti's twist. The Nav Screen, memory/auto seat, the gauge. Everything is screaming mercedes. AC Vents ... not very Infiniti like. Have you seen the Key fob?
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Yea, the Q50 2.0T has the same engine as the CLA 250. The CLA250 is already noticeably slower than the 328i. Add a few hundreds pounds to it, like the Q50, and it will be even slower...
I have a friend looking to replacing his mini countryman. He's interested in the NX200t, but perhaps the QX30 isn't a bad choice too. I sat in one in the autoshow and thought it's pretty nice inside.
considering that is a mercedes engine, can it be tuned easily for more HP?
Are the CLA guys doing anything to those engines yet. Maybe that's an option if anyone decides to go with a 2.0T.
With that engine they are shooting for people who just don't give a shit about going fast, and they think that 2L engine will give them best mileage on daily commutes. So basically women haha jk
considering that is a mercedes engine, can it be tuned easily for more HP?
Are the CLA guys doing anything to those engines yet. Maybe that's an option if anyone decides to go with a 2.0T.
With that engine they are shooting for people who just don't give a shit about going fast, and they think that 2L engine will give them best mileage on daily commutes. So basically women haha jk
For sure. I don't think it's that slow anyway...unless MB purposely detuned those engines for Infiniti and screw them up...lol....The CLA250 does 0-60mph in the 6 seconds range. Let's say the Q50 is heavier and takes 7 seconds, still more than enough for a base car I'd think.
For sure. I don't think it's that slow anyway...unless MB purposely detuned those engines for Infiniti and screw them up...lol....The CLA250 does 0-60mph in the 6 seconds range. Let's say the Q50 is heavier and takes 7 seconds, still more than enough for a base car I'd think.
it would be nice if they didn't mess with the engine for the Infiniti. With some turbo back exhaust and tuning, it would be a decent ride. But how much would that cost compared to the more powerful engine available?
Dont know how much the 300hp costs. But i would assume around 42k range.
But i think the 2.0t will come with a lot less standard features compared to the higher priced cars. Similar to 320 vs. 328 vs. 340.
Originally Posted by oonowindoo
Pricing for the Q50 with new powertrain is out. That should give you an idea how much the Q60 would cost.
Q50 2.0t RWD - $33950
Q50 2.0t AWD - $35950
Q50 3.0T RWD Red Sport (400HP) - $47950
Q50 3.0T AWD Red Sport (400hp) - $49950
300Hp version is not released yet but it is not hard to figure out the price now.
Not bad if you ask me considering how much BMW charges for theirs.
Ya, and I'm not sure how reliable that 2.0T engine is from Mercedes. I know a guy that has the CLA450 and he blew up his stock engine..lol..granted, thats the high boost version....
Going back to the CLA250, have you heard it in person? To me, it sounds quite rough from (at least from the outside). I personally would prefer a proper V6 for response and sound quality. And it's safe to say Nissan is pretty good at making reliable and powerful V6's.
Dont know how much the 300hp costs. But i would assume around 42k range.
But i think the 2.0t will come with a lot less standard features compared to the higher priced cars. Similar to 320 vs. 328 vs. 340.
so 8-10 thousand less than a 3.0. Which is not bad. I wouldn't care about the extra features. I find most of the features useless in these new cars anyway.
so 8-10 thousand less than a 3.0. Which is not bad. I wouldn't care about the extra features. I find most of the features useless in these new cars anyway.
same here. I try to stay away from most of the nanny features.
But as a luxury car, you have to get some of the basics to make you feel somewhat happy haha
and knowing infiniti, they do lump sum packages, so it might add up quickly.
the configurator is up for the 2.0t. Build one and see how much it really cost based on your needs.
same here. I try to stay away from most of the nanny features.
But as a luxury car, you have to get some of the basics to make you feel somewhat happy haha
and knowing infiniti, they do lump sum packages, so it might add up quickly.
the configurator is up for the 2.0t. Build one and see how much it really cost based on your needs.
they don't have one for Canada. But that's weird that they don't have navi option. But then again, I never had a navi in my vehicles so I don't really know what I am missing on hahaha
I am using my Nexus 7 for most of music/video and my phone for navi if I really need it.
they don't have one for Canada. But that's weird that they don't have navi option. But then again, I never had a navi in my vehicles so I don't really know what I am missing on hahaha
I am using my Nexus 7 for most of music/video and my phone for navi if I really need it.
You are not missing out on much, other than hey look i have navigation!
But nowadays, the Navi is not the same Navi anymore. You can get directions everywhere (near your gauge, navi screen and HUD)
I personally much prefer the navi screen and voice instruction than using a 5.5" phone. Screen is just too small for me to concentrate on the road.
You are not missing out on much, other than hey look i have navigation!
But nowadays, the Navi is not the same Navi anymore. You can get directions everywhere (near your gauge, navi screen and HUD)
I personally much prefer the navi screen and voice instruction than using a 5.5" phone. Screen is just too small for me to concentrate on the road.
For you guys that live in big cities I can understand getting a navi. In my city it's completely useless. I can count on one hand the number of times I needed to use the navi in my city and had to use my phone. Usually for streets with actual names, which are pretty rare. It's 99% of the time streets are numbered.
01-14-2016, 09:57 PM
I don't know what you're talking about 
