Who doesn’t like sitting in the lap of luxury or receive a little pampering? Especially around the holidays?
The 2022 Infiniti QX55 is the automotive answer to those dreams. The provocative SUV with daring style has been updated for a new generation of discerning, tech-savvy buyers that won’t sacrifice style for luxury.
“We set the stage nearly 20 years ago with the FX, and the all-new Infiniti QX55 brings us back, close to the soul of our brand — and it propels us forward,” said Infiniti Chairman Peyman Kargar. “The inspired QX55 is an important step in our journey.”
QX55 will be offered in up to three comprehensively specified grade levels, LUXE, ESSENTIAL, and SENSORY. My tester was the top-of-the-line SENSORY.
The new Infiniti QX55 pairs unapologetic style with inspired dynamics, a spacious, decadent cabin, and connectivity for owners. Infiniti’s new star performer will be offered to customers in the U.S. and Canada.
QX55 is equipped with an intelligent all-wheel-drive system as standard on all grades, wireless Apple CarPlay compatibility, dual touch screens for infotainment and vehicle controls, sliding second-row seats, and a larger cargo area than other similarly styled, premium coupe SUVs.
An available heads-up Display and Infiniti’s advanced ProPILOT Assist can support the QX55’s driver with leading convenience features. The SUV is the only premium SUV coupe available from a Japanese luxury automaker.
The QX55’s story begins with design. Starting with a racy roofline, continuing with an origami inspired mesh grille, and ending with digital piano key taillights, the QX55 will turn heads from any angle. Mine included a “Liquid Platinum” coat of enamel.
Powered by a 2.0-liter variable compression turbocharged engine, the QX55 delivers 168 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque. Acceleration is seamless, and seemingly goes forever. The SUV seats five adults with an oversized cargo area behind the sliding, second-row seats. The QX55 is rated at 28 miles per gallon down the highway by the EPA.
Comfort and convenience features are everywhere, and way to numerous to list. My favorites included a Bose, 16-speaker, performance series audio system, HD navigation system with MapCare and premium traffic+, semi-semi-aniline leather seats, intelligent cruise control with full speed range, plus stop and go, power moonroof, and motion-activated lift gate. But that just scratches the surface.
Safety features are over-the-top as well. Highlights include predictive forward collision warning, forward emergency braking with pedestrian detection, rear automatic braking, rear cross-traffic
alert, blind spot warning and intervention, lane departure warning and prevention, front and rear parking sensors, hill start assist, rear view camera, adaptive front lighting system, and a partridge in a pear tree.
If you have a Santa baby in your life, ask for the QX55 along with the diamond ring and yacht!
Base Price: $58075
Price As Driven: $60,045
Destination charge is included in base price. Vehicles are provided by the manufacturer. List price may vary at local dealerships.
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