(Posted on May 2, 2018 at 08:00PM by Reanne Derkson)
While 2016 showcased a sharp modern aesthetic for the best-selling crossover, the 2017 INFINITI QX60 features even more enhancements, providing upgraded dynamic performance.
For starters, the 3.5-liter V6 engine was revised with a direct injection system. With more precise fuel delivery, the CUV sees an increase in fuel efficiency (earning 20 MPG in the city and 27 MPG on the highway, up from 19 and 26, respectively) and higher power output. This fresh motor model produces 295 HP (up from 265) with 270 lb-ft of torque (up from 248).
Matched with a sport-tuned, electronically manipulated continuously variable transmission, this ride offers smooth and seamless shifting. By integrating what automakers call, “D-Step Logic†into the CVT, the software monitors inputs such as speed and pedal position in order to pre-determine the ideal gear ratio and provide responsive lurch-free acceleration.
To further impress, the QX60 powertrain utilizes more than 50 percent new parts and components — including combustion chamber design, pistons, and the intake manifold. These intentional changes contribute to an abundant fluidity in handling and execution.