2018 Infiniti QX60 review
Infiniti QX60 highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Stout V6 engine
- Comfortable ride
- Quiet interior
Cons
- Infotainment system
- Lacks off-roading capability
- Cramped third row
Mileage (EPA estimate)
19 city, 26 highway, 22 combined
Pricing for current inventory
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Wrinkles form on the 2018 Infiniti QX60 luxury SUV
Now more than half a decade old, the 2018 Infiniti QX60 offers midsize SUV room in a seven-passenger, three-row package. Cargo space ranges from 16 cubic feet behind the third-row seat to 76.2 cubic feet behind the front seats.
Infiniti canceled the previously available hybrid powertrain for 2018, leaving a 3.5-liter V6 producing 295 horsepower. It uses a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) to power the front or all four wheels. The maximum towing capacity is 5,000 pounds, which is better than some competitors. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Options include a Rear Door Alert system, which warns the driver to check the back seat before locking and leaving the luxury SUV. Most other safety features are optional. Also, the infotainment system does not support Apple CarPlay® or Android Auto™, but if you’re still rocking a CD collection, it offers a CD player.
In the QX60’s rivals you can find sportier driving dynamics, more tech, or a roomier third-row seat. But they may also cost more, making the Infiniti a relative bargain.
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What is new for the 2018 Infiniti QX60?
- Power Folding Third Row features are now available as options on select trims.
2018 Infiniti QX60 trims
Base:
- 295-hp, 270-lb-ft of torque 3.5L
- Third Row Seat
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Leatherette Seats
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leather Seats
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Mirrors
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5 reasons to buy the 2018 Infiniti QX60
What We Like
Good acceleration: The Infiniti QX60’s standard V6 engine provides plenty of smooth power, especially for passing slower vehicles. Often CVT designs produce excessive noise as engine revs climb, but Infiniti programs the one in the QX60 to simulate gear changes, helping to reduce any racket. If you want to maximize fuel economy, you can choose an Eco driving mode to assist in that goal.
Quiet comfort: You’ll find plenty of room in the QX60’s first two rows of seats, and the SUV is commendably quiet on the road. While Infiniti’s car models are loud and performance-oriented, the comparatively hushed and plush QX60 emphasizes luxury and isolation. It’s easy to enter the third-row seat, too, even if a child safety seat is strapped into the second row. However, space for adults in the rearmost seating area is cramped.
Excellent climate controls: If you live where weather extremes are common, you’ll like the QX60’s effective triple-zone climate control system. It even offers an available air filtration and purification system. Heated and ventilated front seats are also available, along with a heated steering wheel and heated second-row seats. They’re effective and go a long way toward making the QX60 a comfortable place to spend time.
What Needs Improvement
Infotainment system: The most impressive thing about the QX60’s infotainment system is that the optional navigation system offers a 3D view of nearby buildings. Otherwise, from its unimpressive voice recognition technology to its lack of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support, the Infiniti InTouch™ system is actually out of touch with what luxury SUV buyers want. Activating the Infiniti Connection® services plan might help to increase owner satisfaction.
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Infiniti QX60 an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Infiniti QX60 3rd out of 20 among Luxury Fullsize SUVs.
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Base 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leather Seats
- Leatherette Seats
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
- Third Row Seat
- Traction Control
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- A/C Seat(s)
- Automated Cruise Control
- Blind Spot Monitor
- BOSE Sound System
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Full Roof Rack
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Parking Sensors
- Power Folding Third Row
- Rear Entertainment System
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear Sunshade
- Remote Start
- Running Boards
- Skylight(s)
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.5L
Horsepower
295
Torque (ft-lbs)
270
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
19.5
Wheelbase
114.2"
Overall length
200.1"
Width
77.2"
Height
68.6"
Leg room
F 42.2"/M 41.7"/R 30.8"
Head room
F 40.7"/M 38.2"/R 36.5"
Front tires
P235/65TR18
Rear tires
P235/65TR18
Seating capacity
7
Max towing capacity
500/5000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2018 Infiniti QX60 FAQ
The 2018 Infiniti QX60 offers a Base : 20 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway It is important to remember factors such as driving style, weather conditions, and the use of features such as Eco mode can impact fuel efficiency.
The Infiniti QX60 received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Infiniti QX60 as 2 out of 20 among Luxury Fullsize SUV
The 2018 Infiniti QX60 has received an average 4.2 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2018 Infiniti QX60, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2018 Infiniti QX60 Reviews.
The 2018 Infiniti QX60 has a maximum towing capacity of 5000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2018 Infiniti QX60:
- Power Folding Third Row
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