by "Supreme Chancellor and Glorious Leader SaveTheIntegras" (jegoingout)
Published 12/11/2017 at 09:30
by "Supreme Chancellor and Glorious Leader SaveTheIntegras" (jegoingout)
Published 12/11/2017 at 09:30
No Tags
STARS: 1
The 2016+ Infiniti Q50 3.0t AWD. While I have no intention of getting a new car in 2018 or the early part of 2019, I have been casually shopping. I’ve come to the conclusion I’ll be content with losing a manual to gain some creature comforts. I’ve kept my eye on a TLX SH-AWD and the Q50 for awhile now and would love some Oppo-pinions
"Azrek" (azrek)
12/11/2017 at 09:40, STARS: 1
I am also casually shopping, but I am not sure if I want to give up Manuel yet.
A guy who worked for me got an Infinity Q60 as a loaner once. Super nice car. So I am also curious at the comments here.
"interstate366, now In The Industry" (interstate366)
12/11/2017 at 09:48, STARS: 0
The TLX had that nasty rollaway issue when it first came out. If only you could transplant the TL SH-AWD’s drivetrain into the TLX’s body...
"OpposResidentLexusGuy - USE20, XF20, XU30 and Press Cars" (jakeauern)
12/11/2017 at 10:06, STARS: 1
Infinitis have seemed to have a lot of trouble recently. After 2010 or so the quality plummeted.
"Textured Soy Protein" (texturedsoyprotein)
12/11/2017 at 10:10, STARS: 2
Infiniti took the G37 platform and somewhat updated it to make the Q50. Then they added the two versions of the 3.0t motor. They come in 300 and 400 hp flavors. They still use the somewhat outdated 7-speed auto that’s not terrible but also not up to the level of better modern automatics. The optional steer-by-wire system is really bad.
"gawdzillla" (gawdzillla)
12/11/2017 at 10:34, STARS: 0
this thing is basically the same thing as the 2003 g35 right lol ?
"MykosNoNos" (theveep)
12/11/2017 at 11:13, STARS: 1
Having test driven both, would go for the Q50 3.0T just for the torquey turbo motor which pulls really well from low RPMs. The 9 speed in the TLX has been problematic in the past and I prefer the Infiniti 7 speed ( Disclosure:I drive a G37x) but both are not as good as ZF 8 speeds in BMWs etc.
Both of them have the dual screen infotainment setup that many people hate so that is purely your personal preference. I din’t mind either. Definitely nothing is as bad as Cadillac’s Cue.
Both seem to be quiet , relatively spacious, comfortable and sporty with good power when you ask for it.
Looks are subjective I understand but I simply love the TLX A-Spec in Blue more than the Q50.
"LJ909" (lj909)
12/11/2017 at 11:51, STARS: 1
Having driven one, they are nice. I really like the Hybrid version as well, though I dont think thats still around. The model with the tried and true 3.7 though is weird to me. Its not bad, but its nothing to brag about either. Its almost as if you can feel the old G37 underneath.
"Supreme Chancellor and Glorious Leader SaveTheIntegras" (jegoingout)
12/11/2017 at 12:08, STARS: 0
wow it still uses the G37 underpinnings? I’m surprised
"Supreme Chancellor and Glorious Leader SaveTheIntegras" (jegoingout)
12/11/2017 at 12:08, STARS: 0
I love the look of the Q60's
"Supreme Chancellor and Glorious Leader SaveTheIntegras" (jegoingout)
12/11/2017 at 12:08, STARS: 0
The TLX with SH-AWD is sadly out of my possible price bracket :(
"Supreme Chancellor and Glorious Leader SaveTheIntegras" (jegoingout)
12/11/2017 at 12:09, STARS: 0
a shame...
"interstate366, now In The Industry" (interstate366)
12/11/2017 at 12:22, STARS: 1
There is the TL SH-AWD, as long as you’re ok with wearing a bag over your head every time you drive it. They had a real shifter, a real parking brake, and (in theory) were available with a manual. But that styling.
"OpposResidentLexusGuy - USE20, XF20, XU30 and Press Cars" (jakeauern)
12/11/2017 at 12:47, STARS: 1
Yeah for sure. The 2007ish M35 was a fantastic car that is super reliable.
"Supreme Chancellor and Glorious Leader SaveTheIntegras" (jegoingout)
12/11/2017 at 16:15, STARS: 0
Very true, but I’ve been trying to buy relatively new as Id love a warranty
"interstate366, now In The Industry" (interstate366)
12/11/2017 at 16:25, STARS: 0
Good to know the steer-by-wire system is optional. I was under the impression it was standard.
"interstate366, now In The Industry" (interstate366)
12/11/2017 at 16:27, STARS: 0
Yeah. After I pay off the TSX I’m thinking of picking up a new Accord 2.0T Sport 6-speed. I’d almost certainly have to buy one new if I want one, unless they kill it after 2019.
"Supreme Chancellor and Glorious Leader SaveTheIntegras" (jegoingout)
12/11/2017 at 18:02, STARS: 0
I love them but for their asking price...I’ll have to pass
"interstate366, now In The Industry" (interstate366)
12/11/2017 at 18:03, STARS: 1
I mean, I’d like a CTR, but I’d also like to end my sex drought, so next best thing.
"Supreme Chancellor and Glorious Leader SaveTheIntegras" (jegoingout)
12/11/2017 at 18:53, STARS: 0
Also same