Infiniti has just announced trim levels and pricing for the 2022 QX60, and despite the significant changes made to the three-row crossover, it starts at US$ 2,500 more than the outgoing model. Before getting into each trim level in detail, there are a few things that they all share. All 2022 QX60s come with the same 295 hp 3.5-liter V6 mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission, and all come with front-wheel drive as standard with all-wheel drive as a US$ 2,000 upgrade (US$ 2,900 for the Autograph because the upgrade to AWD includes the US$ 900 Tow Package as standard).
First up is the base Pure trim, which starts at US$ 46,850 for FWD and US$ 48,850 for AWD. The exterior features 18″ wheels, LED headlights and DRLs, “Digital Piano Key” taillights, and a power-operated moonroof with sunshade. Inside, there are 8-way power-adjustable heated leather seats, memory driver’s seat and mirrors, and one-touch third-row access.
As for comfort and convenience, the Pure trim includes a 12.3″ screen with Infiniti InTouch infotainment system, Apple CarPlay, and a 9-speaker surround system, as well as 3-zone automatic climate control with a second-row touch controller and headliner-mounted vents in the second and third rows. It also comes with cruise control, rain sensing wipers, RearView Monitor, rear parking sensors, a heated steering wheel, and 4-way driver and 2-way front passenger power lumbar adjustment.
Lastly, Pure includes a host of driver assistance features as standard, such as rear automatic braking, rear cross traffic alert, forward emergency braking with pedestrian detection, predictive forward collision warning, blind spot warning, high beam assist, and lane departure warning with haptic steering wheel alerts.
Next up is the top-selling Luxe. Starting at US$ 52,900 for FWD and US$ 54,900 for AWD, this trim includes everything from Pure on top of what’s new. The exterior sees 20″ wheels, auto-dimming side mirrors, and silver roof rails, while the interior now has a power tilt/telescoping memory steering wheel, cooled front seats, Silver Metallic Weave Trim, and rear door sunshades.
Also included with Luxe is a 12.3″ Dynamic Meter Display with Infiniti InTouch navigation, the full ProPILOT Assist semi-autonomous driving suite with Navi-link, around-view monitor with moving object detection, front parking sensors, remote engine start, and a universal garage door opener. And going back to that semi-autonomous driving suite, it includes such features as intelligent cruise control, driver attention alert, lane departure prevention, blind spot intervention, and traffic sign recognition.
After that comes the well-equipped Sensory trim. It starts at US$ 56,350 for FWD and US$ 58,350 for AWD, and includes everything from Luxe on to of what’s new. On the exterior, that means upgraded 20″ wheels and illuminated kickplates, while on the interior, it gets enhanced ambient lighting, Open-Pore Ash Wood trim, massaging front seats, and heated second-row outboard seats. Additional features include a Bose Performance Series 17-speaker sound system, an advanced climate control system, 4-way passenger seat lumbar adjustment, a motion-activated liftgate, power-return third-row seats, a 120V power outlet, and dual third-row USB ports.
Finally, we come to the range-topping Autograph, which starts at US$ 60,350 for FWD and US$ 63,250 for AWD. This trim includes everything from Sensory on top of what’s new. The exterior comes with a Black Obsidian contrast roof with black roof rails, as well as chrome side body moldings and under-guards.
On the interior, the seats are upholstered in semi-aniline leather with quilting, perforation, contrast stitching, and piping, and a set of captain’s chairs in the second row come with inboard armrests and a removable center console. The Autograph trim also includes an adaptive front lighting system, a 10.8″ color heads-up display, a smart rear view mirror, and the Tow Package as standard on Autograph AWD.
Paint options for the 2022 QX60 fall under three categories: Standard (no charge), Premium (US$ 695), and Super Premium (US$ 900). Standard colors include Glacier White, Liquid Platinum, and Graphite Shadow. Premium colors include Moonbow Blue, Warm Titanium, Majestic White, Grand Blue, Mineral Black, and Mocha Almond. There is only one Super Premium color: Deep Bordeaux.
Upholstery options are limited by trim. Graphite leather is available on all trims, Sandstone leather is available on Pure, Luxe, and Sensory, and Saddle Brown leather is available on Sensory and Autograph. Veneer options are similarly limited, with Black Lacquer available on Pure, Silver Metallic Weave available on Luxe, and Black Open-Pore Ash Wood available on Sensory and Autograph. Costing US$ 900, the Performance Audio Package includes Bose Performance Series 17-speaker sound system. It is optional on Luxe, and standard on Sensory and Autograph.
The Vision Package costs US$ 1,500, and includes an adaptive front lighting system, a 10.8″ color heads-up display, and a smart rear view mirror. It is optional on Luxe and Sensory, and standard on Autograph. Lastly there is the the US$ 900 Tow Package, which is available as an option on AWD Sensory models, and is standard on AWD Autograph models. It ups towing capacity from 1,588 kg to 2,722 kg, and includes a hitch member as well as a transmission oil cooler and radiator.
Reservations for the 2022 QX60 are currently open, and will extend through early fall. Engagement activities will provide potential buyers with the opportunity to learn more about the SUV as well as spec their own through a local dealer. After that, Infiniti will be working with video-sharing website Cameo to have celebrities answer consumers’ questions about the new QX60, to which they will receive personalized answers. The celebrity panel is comprised of Erin Andrews, Clinton Kelly, Gabby Douglas, Misha Collins, and Dule Hill.
