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The INFINITI QX50 is a luxury crossover SUV unlike any other on the market. Here's a look at some of the features on the 2020 INFINITI QX50 that will have you riding in style for the new year. Engine The QX50 features INFINITI world's first Variable Compression (VC) Turbo engine. This 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine uses an advanced multi-link system to continuously adjust the compression ratio of each piston. Whereas normal engines are stuck with a single compression ratio, the VC-Turbo engine automatically adjusts on the fly. The result is an engine that instantly provides up to 268 horsepower on demand and 280 pound-feet of torque, and it can reduce that power in exchange for more efficiency when the power isn't necessary. Performance The performance of a luxury vehicle should be smooth and quiet. To achieve this, the QX50 uses an Active Torque Rod to dampen noise and engine vibration. The Active Torque Rod positioned on the upper engine mount provides a counter-balance to the engine's vibrations, reducing noise and the natural vibrations of the engine, particularly when accelerating. more The QX50 also uses a Direct Adaptive Steering system. This technology creates a direct connection between the steering wheel and the tires. It eliminates the constant motion of mechanical designs by monitoring the road up to 1,000 times per second, and adjusting to steering input. The result is reduced driver fatigue and a smoother ride over the bumpiest of surfaces. Intelligent All-Wheel Drive on the QX50 uses advanced technology to monitor the wheel-spin, speed, and other factors. It can deliver up to 50 percent power to the rear axle for improved traction, all without any driver input. Driver Assist Technology The QX50 is loaded with driver assist technologies, beginning with INFINITI's ProPILOT Assist package. This includes an advanced intelligent cruise control system that uses advanced radar and camera technology to monitor the traffic ahead. It works with the lane keep assist system to keep you at a preset distance from the traffic ahead and to keep you within your marked lanes. The lane keep assist will provide gentle steering correction to help keep you within your marked lane. A forward emergency braking system uses the same technology to alert you to a potential collision. It will even apply brake pressure should you fail to react in time. Cabin Comfort The QX50 was designed with both driver and passenger comfort in mind. The cabin is ergonomically designed for comfort. Leather seating, soft-touch materials, and wood accents deliver a level of refinement you've come to expect in a luxury vehicle. One of the benefits of the new VC-Turbo engine is increased cabin space. More head and leg room and more cargo space are realized through thoughtful engineering. Slide and tilt rear seats allow for easy manipulation to improve comfort or increase the cargo area. Finally, the available Bose 16-speaker Performance Series Audio system delivers concert-like sound in the comfort of your QX50. There's a lot to like about the INFINITI QX50. Come test drive one today and see which features will have you riding in style in 2020. Image via INFINITI USA.

The 2020 INFINITI lineup is out and turning heads on the boulevard. Every INFINITI is loaded with luxury appointments, wired with the latest technology, and packed with power under the hood. Here are three good reasons to get excited about driving a 2020 INFINITI. Power Every INFINITI is engineered to perform, and that performance starts under the hood. If you're looking for a powerful sedan, the Q50 is equipped with a 3.0-liter twin-turbo V-6 engine. It pumps out 400 horsepower, and 350 pound-feet of torque, while still getting 26 highway miles per gallon. If you're in the market for a coupe, the Q60 is sport-tuned for a thrilling ride. Powered by the 3.0-liter twin-turbo V-6 engine the all-wheel drive Q60 gets 400 horsepower, and 350 pound-feet of torque. SUV buyers will love the 2020 INFINITI QX lineup. The QX50 is a mid-size SUV with full-size power. It starts with the world's first variable compression engine, a 2.0-liter twin-turbo 4-cylinder that instantly adapts to driver input. This engine puts out 268 horsepower, and 280 pound-feet of torque. The QX60 is a step above, powered by a 3.5-liter 24-valve direct-injection V-6 engine. It gets 295 horsepower, and 270 pound-feet of torque. The QX80 is the big boy of the lineup. It comes with a 5.6-liter 32-valve direct-injection V-8 engine that gets an astounding 400 horsepower, and 413 pound-feet of torque. more Driver Assist Systems Every INFINITI can be equipped with a suite of driver assist systems designed to keep you safer on the roads. A forward emergency braking with pedestrian detection system monitors the vehicle in front of you, and the one in front of that one. When it detects a potential collision, it will alert you with audio and visual cues. It will even apply the brakes should you fail to react. Blind spot warning and Blind Spot Intervention systems monitor your surroundings, alerting you to vehicles you might not see. When a vehicle is present it will apply gentle steering correction to return you to your lane should you attempt to move over. The lane departure prevention system uses optical sensors to monitor the vehicle within marked lanes. When it detects a drift it will alert you, and will apply pressure to select brakes to ease you back into the proper lane if you fail to react. Technology The INFINITI lineup comes with a bevvy of technology enhancements, like Apple CarPlay. Now you can plug in your iPhone and instantly access music, send and receive calls, and get navigation information, all hands-free. INFINITI's InTouch technology turns your vehicle into a Wi-Fi hotspot. You and your passengers can connect multiple devices and stream video, play games, or get some work done on the laptop. The 2020 INFINITIs also come with an automatic collision notification and emergency call feature. When an accident occurs the vehicle will put you in touch with a live response specialist via a hands-free call. The specialist can contact emergency services, a tow truck, and will even call your emergency contacts. There's a lot to love on the 2020 INFINITI lineup. Come test drive one today, and see which INFINITI you'll be most excited about. Image via INFINITI USA.