Infiniti has announced November 11 as the
official unveiling date of the QX55 crossover, which will be shown in a live
stream shared on social media starting at 5:55 p.m. PST (8:55 p.m. EST). Set to
arrive in showrooms across North America next spring, and in other markets
later on, the coupe version of the QX50 SUV sports a sloping roofline behind
the B pillars, inspired by the first-gen FX, which ends with a spoiler, as
revealed in the teaser image accompanying the announcement.
The photo also reveals the taillights with
new graphics and angular styling of the tailgate, with the brand logo
positioned between the two lighting units along with Infiniti lettering under
it and an AWD badge on the left side. The bumper has larger creases and the
fuel filler cap is bigger compared to the QX50, while plastic cladding
continues to adorn the lower parts of the body.
Even though the interior has yet to open
up to the camera, we wouldn’t expect any major upgrades in terms of styling and
technology. Thus, the dashboard panel should carry over from the QX50,
including the two screens, center console with gear selector and rotary dial,
and steering wheel. Customers might get more upholstery and trim options,
though.
Challenging the likes of the Mercedes-Benz
GLC Coupe and BMW X4, the QX55 will be based on the same platform as the QX50.
Therefore, it will likely pack the same 2.0-liter turbo-four that makes 268 HP
and 380 Nm of torque, matched to a CVT. The all-wheel drive system
will be offered as an option on more expensive trim levels, whereas the lesser
grades will have to make do with front-wheel drive.
