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.
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.
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