(Posted on Jul 6, 2018 at 06:00PM by Reanne Derkson)
The all-new 2019 INFINITI Q70 is here. In its standard model, this four-door, five-passenger ride comes to us in the 3.7 LUXE edition; but its appointments are anything but basic. Not only can you expect thrilling performance, but you can also enjoy the brand’s flagship sedan in either rear- or all-wheel- drive configurations.
For starters, as the nomenclature suggests, the Q70 is equipped with a 3.7-liter, 24 valve DOHC aluminum-alloy V6 engine. With Variable Valve Event and Lift technology, the advanced motor utilizes both mechanics and wires for a more precisely timed delivery of fuel and oxygen into the combustion chamber — resulting in greater energy return and more efficiency. With 330 HP at 7,000 rpm and 270 lb-ft of torque at 5,200 rpm, this cruiser isn’t afraid to show off.
Matched with a seven-speed, electronically-controlled automatic transmission, the car also benefits from Adaptive Shift Control. Capable of intuitively pre-selecting the next available gear based on velocity and driver inputs, the function ensures lurch-free transitions. Meanwhile, Rev Matching makes decelerating a breeze by preventing shock loads.
Where fuel economy is concerned, the RWD version sees 18 MPG in the city and 25 MPG on the highway, while the AWD delivers 18 MPG in town and 24 MPG on the open road.