2021 Infiniti Q50 review
Infiniti Q50 highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Great exterior
- Powerful V6
- Comfortable seating
Cons
- Dated interior
- Confusing infotainment
- Lacks a hybrid
Mileage (EPA estimate)
19 city, 26 highway, 22 combined
Pricing for current inventory
(no current inventory)
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Standard turbocharged V6 power
Are you looking for great performance from your luxury sedan? The entire 2021 Infiniti Q50 lineup is happy to deliver, though one trim level stands out as the peak performer of the group. The standard 3.0L turbocharged V6 in Q50 PURE, LUXE, and SENSORY trims pumps out 300 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque. This powertrain adds up to an impressive 5.4-second zero-to-60 acceleration time that’ll get you on the highway with ease. If you want the peak of Q50 performance, the RedSport 400 trim is your ticket. This model features a tuned 3.0L with 400 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque that rockets the Q50 to 60 mph in a sports-car-like 4.5 seconds.
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What is new for the 2021 Infiniti Q50?
- The Q50 is available in a variety of new trims, including the Sensory and Signature Edition.
- The Edition 30 and Sport trims have been discontinued for 2021.
- Q50 trims have been upgraded with Lane Departure Warning as standard equipment this year.
- The Red Sport 400 trim now comes with Automated Cruise Control as standard equipment.
- The Luxe trim now comes with Remote Start, Automated Cruise Control, Heated Steering Wheel, Blind Spot Monitor, Front Seat Heaters, and Parking Sensors as standard equipment.
2021 Infiniti Q50 trims
Pure:
- 300-hp, 295-lb-ft of torque 3.0L
- Power Seats
- Leatherette Seats
- Smart Key
- Rear View Camera
- Power Mirrors
- Side Airbags
- Overhead Airbags
- Traction Control
- View our Infiniti Q50 Pure inventory
Luxe:
- Includes all features available on the Pure
- Sunroofs
- Lane Departure Warning
- Remote Start
- Automated Cruise Control
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Front Seat Heaters
- Parking Sensors
- View our Infiniti Q50 Luxe inventory
Red Sport 400:
- Includes all features available on the Luxe
- 400-hp, 350-lb-ft of torque 3.0L
- Memory Seats
- Leather Seats
- Satellite Radio Ready
- BOSE Sound System
- Navigation System
- View our Infiniti Q50 Red Sport 400 inventory
Signature Edition:
- Includes all features available on the Red Sport 400
- No significant upgrades found on the Signature Edition
Sensory:
- Includes all features available on the Signature Edition
- No significant upgrades found on the Sensory
- View our Infiniti Q50 Sensory inventory
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5 reasons to buy the 2021 Infiniti Q50
1. Potent V6 power
The 2021 Infiniti Q50’s base engine is now a 3.0L turbocharged V6 that pounds out 300 hp and 250 lb-ft of torque in the PURE, LUXE, and SPORT trims. This power heads through a seven-speed automatic transmission for a 5.4-second sprint to 60 mph. If you’ve got a performance itch to scratch, you’ll want the Q50 RedSport 400. This performance sedan boasts a revised 3.0L turbo V6 that delivers 410 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque through a seven-speed automatic transmission to zip it to 60 mph in just 4.5 seconds.
2. Connect your smartphone
The 2021 Infiniti Q50’s standard Intouch infotainment system offers you many features. It even comes standard with Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlayⓇ integration. With these systems, you can access many of your favorite smartphone apps through the InTouch infotainment system, such as navigation or streaming music.
3. True stunner from all angles
The 2021 Infiniti Q50 has an upscale and sporty look that you’re sure to love for many years. Whether it’s zipping down the interstate or parked in a local garage, the Q50 attracts attention. It boasts razor-sharp body lines, clean angles, and a swooping silhouette that make it stand out among luxury sedans. This is one car you’ll always look back at as you walk away.
4. Commuter-friendly interior
If you’ve got a daily commute or frequently take long-haul trips, interior comfort is your top priority. The 2021 Q50’s cabin may be aging a bit, but it’s still a supremely comfortable luxury sedan. In-cabin insulation helps minimize road and engine noises while plush interior materials surround you in luxury. Plus, its standard “zero-gravity” seats deliver superior comfort, whether it’s a trip around the corner or across the country. Plus, if you’re heading out for a round of golf, the Q50 can accommodate a few sets of clubs with its 13.5 cu-ft trunk.
5. High-end features come standard
The 2021 Infiniti Q50 meets your high expectations of a luxury sedan with a long list of standard features. This list includes but isn’t limited to 17-inch wheels, synthetic leather upholstery, eight-way power-adjustable front seats, dual touchscreens for infotainment, Bluetooth® connectivity, dual-zone automatic climate control, and more. You’ve got plenty of options to choose from that allow you to dress this sedan up, including seat-position memory, a plasma air purifier, heated front seats, quilted leather upholstery, and more. So, however much luxury you need in your life, the 2021 Infiniti Q50 is ready to deliver.
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Infiniti Q50 an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Infiniti Q50 16th out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Cars.
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Pure 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cruise Control
- Leatherette Seats
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Run Flat Tires
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- Rear Spoiler
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.0L
Horsepower
300
Torque (ft-lbs)
295
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
20
Wheelbase
112.2"
Overall length
189.6"
Width
71.8"
Height
57.2"
Leg room
F 44.5"/R 35.1"
Head room
F 40.2"/R 37.5"
Front tires
P225/55VR17
Rear tires
P225/55VR17
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2021 Infiniti Q50 FAQ
The 2021 Infiniti Q50 is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Pure: 20 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
- Luxe: 20 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
- Red Sport 400: 20 MPG City and 26 MPG Highway
- Signature Edition: 20 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
- Sensory: 20 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
The Infiniti Q50 received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Infiniti Q50 as 15 out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Car
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Here is what's new for the 2021 Infiniti Q50:
- Sensory
- Signature Edition
- Lane Departure Warning
- Front Seat Heaters
- Parking Sensors
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