The Infiniti Qs Inspiration sports sedan concept has
just been introduced at the Shanghai Auto Show as a vehicle “developed for the
electrified era.” It previews a future electrified model from Infiniti and may
also preview the styling of the next Q50 and Q70 sedans.
The design of the Qs Inspiration is similar to the
QX Inspiration Concept which was unveiled at the Detroit Auto Show in January
and adopts the design language which Infiniti’s forthcoming electrified
vehicles will feature. It is aggressive, sporty, and shows that the car
manufacturer is ready for what the future of the automotive industry holds.
There are a number of talking points found at the
front of the concept. For example, there are a pair of thin LED headlights and
most noticeably, the lack of a traditional grille. The car makes do without a
grille because it features an all-electric powertrain but Infiniti’s designers
clearly didn’t want to leave the concept’s front fascia bare. Consequently,
there is a large illuminated Infiniti logo, illuminated ‘INFINITI’ text and a
sharp, U-shaped LED light ensuring that despite the car not having a grille, it
still has a face complete with a big grin.
Spin around to the sides and you will notice a set
of large wheels and cameras rather than normal wing mirrors. The car also has
blacked-out A-pillars and makes do without any B-pillars, allowing for easy
ingress and egress. Making things even more simple are rear suicide doors. The
rear fascia of the concept incorporates LED taillights and more illuminated
‘INFINITI’ text. If you thought the exterior was wild, just wait until you see
the interior.
The roof of the Infiniti Qs Inspiration seems to be
made up of some kind of lattice-work which despite clearly not being realistic
for a production car, does provide the cabin with a unique ambiance. Further
adding to the open and spacious feeling of the cabin are two large, couch-like
chairs in the rear. Move up to the front and there are two modern bucket seats
and a dashboard dominated by a digital gauge cluster.
