Didn’t Infiniti just update the Q50 for 2017 a few
months ago at the Paris Auto Show? Yes, but
Nissan’s premium arm is freshening up its compact luxury sedan again with the
2018MY Q50 to debut at 2017 Geneva Motor Show.
Infiniti released an image of the 2018 Q50
displaying a mildly tweaked front bumper with re-sculpted lines and new fog
lamps, with the company adding that the interior has also been refreshed to
bring the car in line with its “'designed to perform' ethos”, without divulging
any additional details.
One of the main highlights of the updated Q50 will
be the second-generation of Infiniti’s Direct Adaptive Steering, a
steer-by-wire system that has no physical connection to the front wheels and
according to the company, offers smoother operation, easier manoeuvrability and
more direct response, while being better adapted toward future self-driving
features.
The 2018 Q50 will be the first
Infiniti to bundle all of its autonomous driving systems under a new ProPilot
Assist moniker, including active lane keeping, forward emergency braking and
smart cruise control.
The refreshed Q50 will continue using a range of
turbocharged engines, including the 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 from the VR
powertrain family, which so far, is offered in 300 hp and 400 hp versions.
Infiniti will reveal the new Q50 on March 7 at the upcoming Swiss motor show
next to the Q60 Black S concept.
