Infiniti Q70L versus Q70. Was the longer wheelbase worth the extra cost?

You can read a lot words and numbers from a press release. However, the true character of a vehicle is measured on the road, where man meets machine.
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[@Mc88Flyy]

Subbed!! It’s so nice to see someone who’s passionate about Infiniti’s. I’ve still got my 2010 G37xS. But with almost 160k trouble free miles I’m wanting some thing a bit bigger. I have my eye on an M56 or a Q70L, thanks for the video!

[@EdBwoy]

You're most welcome! I've owned a few different makes/models and somehow Nissan speaks to my soul a little better than most. All of those are great options. For tech, I'd look at 2015+ options, and for driver engagement I'd go for the pre-2014

[@TheHoth1]

Similar situation, my 2013 G37xS is going strong with 130k miles on it. The Q70L is definitely on my short list. I won’t have to relearn and get used to newer infotainment system which is a plus😅

[@DanielShepherdjr]

I love your channel gives me a difference perspective on how I view my m37x

[@Infinitiwpb]

Love the video my man, I'm a big Infiniti fan. Also, you may know this but the reason they went to Q designation in 2014 is because Johan de Nysschen became CEO (used to work for Audi) and that was one of his changes. So it was a more German inspired change.

[@EdBwoy]

Thank you! And yes, the Q name change was a big shocker but I certainly understand why a company wanting to attract the upscale buyer might want to change their naming scheme.

[@56gotti]

Thats whicked. Germany polluting the finis lol😊 jk

[@Fordguy1997]

I love the detail of your videos

[@EdBwoy]

Thank you! I try to do it in a way that even I can enjoy being in the audience

[@mikeschaner5853]

Great info Ed. Definitely some insight that 1 would not discover until after purchase, and being able to basically have both long and short wheelbase together was a great benefit. Good show sir!

[@EdBwoy]

It's only for the love of the community that intake these sacrifices. "...EdBwoy did that, so hopefully you won't have to go through that" . Seriously though, reach out to me when you're ready to get your L

[@mikeschaner5853]

@@EdBwoy For sure. I will definitely hit you up. I appreciate your support in all my troubles.. you're 1 of the reasons I'm still hangin 😆 keep the great content comin, and stay true to yourself man. Much respect

[@craigslistseller9354]

I absolutely agree the 'L' looks better. The rear door on the non-L looks too short when compared side-by-side. The flow of the curves is much more elegant.

[@johnj3577]

Totally agree. Until I saw an L, the non-L looked great. But after seeing an L, the non-L's proportions now look a little off and it looks a bit squished.

[@xsykedelix3766]

beautiful cars, infinitys age like a fine wine

[@imyanigmw]

Excellent review my brutha. These Q70L models are aesthetically astonishing vehicles and from what I've researched,are fairly reliable especially in comparison to their German competitors. I'm in the market for one at the moment and I'm most definitely sold after watching this segment.

[@coolkami]

Great video! L gets the soft close trunk lid too. 19 models got rear heated seat as well. In regards too handling, when L is your only car and you don’t have many Q/Ms lol you won’t know the difference.

[@EdBwoy]

Haha, great point! You're right, the average user doesn't have a Q70L with a side of Q70 😂 😂 That part was more of a warning for the "purists" who currently drive Q50s or M37s looking at a Q70L as this shining light on the hill. Or anyone else who has come to expect sporty, exciting cars from Infiniti.

[@camarykaren]

I was told by my Infiniti dealer that they were sued over the use of the letter M. Thinking BMW. He said other things were involved ,but that was the ligist of it. I love your Channel and love my 2018 infiniti m 35x..

[@David4413]

Solid information. Thank you!

[@56gotti]

S over L any day. That spoiler. The wheels the body just sexy af. The handling cool. But m56xs best car ever produced. 😊

[@NotMyRealNameBro]

This guy has a dream line up. I just got my M37 totaled. I’m going to look at a Q70L this week. Premium select edition. I’m not much of an 8 cylinder guy.

[@craigslistseller9354]

Hell yeah!!! The 'L' was an ABSOLUTE steal!!!!

[@LukeK1738]

The Nissan cima hybrid in Japan is the ultimate. Rear monitor , reclining rear seats, audio and hvac controls in the rear

[@EdBwoy]

I don't like looking at pictures of them. They make our US models feel very bare bones

[@kurtlewis2069]

Great video. I like the Q70L

[@benddover3093]

Nice vid Ed! Man how do you usually come across the nicest cars?

[@EdBwoy]

I stalk the heck out of the popular listing sites. These days, it's just really CarGurus. I save searches for the models I'm interested in. When it comes to the V8 sedans, there usually are only a few available nationwide, so it's easy to keep track and skim through the new listings quickly. Few M56s, and even fewer Q70 or Q70Ls.

[@EdBwoy]

Oh, and a big thing is that I usually set my search radius to "unlimited". I have always been open to travel a good distance to get the right vehicle

[@sewj8046]

Excellent analysis!

[@EdBwoy]

Thank you!

[@jamesc3695]

I have the 2014 3.7L Q70 Sport you mentioned early on. I’m a fan of the sporty look. You’re right about the Q70L. It loses that sporty look but it makes up for it with the rear space. However I’m only 5’7 so no one has too many issues sitting behind me. I also feel like the car responds better in standard mode early on vs eco or sport mode. Or is it just me? Once you pick up speed Sport mode responds well but it is a gas guzzling feature.

[@craigslistseller9354]

The 'L' versions of the Q70, Q50 and what eventually became the revised QX50/EX37 were all engineered due to the demand in the Chinese market. In my opinion, Infiniti USA should've just made the 'L' the only Q70 available. The lengthened versions of the Mercedes S-Class and Lexus LS were upwards of $90K+++++++ at the VERY least. The Q70L in the USDM was an absolute steal!!!!

[@EdBwoy]

I think it was just a miracle that the L even made it here. I don't think it was a strong profit maker for Infiniti to bring it to the US. It's just my speculation though

[@vciq]

Such a beautiful car though !

[@EdBwoy]

It's absolutely gorgeous. It's getting a lot of compliments for the brown-ish appearance too

[@H00D_SW33PA]

"5 inches goes a long way" I wish my wife felt the same way :(

[@Nestle245]

Had no idea they made a longer version. Were people complaining of the backseats in the M37/Q70?

[@EdBwoy]

Haha, I don't think the backseats were a complaint in themselves (since the M is really a midsize sedan), but there are markets where long wheelbase models make a killing. So it was nice enough for them to bring them to markets like the US where LWB models aren't very common.

[@EdBwoy]

I think it's one of those things where, once you've had it, you start asking yourself why they didn't offer it any earlier.

[@Chinese_Chicken]

I'm considering calling about a 5.6 L this week, to trade my M56s. Wanting the extra room.. Would a set of coilovers make the Q70L more "enjoyable" or where I wouldn't regret driving the L over the Sport?

[@56gotti]

I cant trade my 56s for an L. Now. A 70s. Yes. Cuz the upgrades are worth it.

[@VNCTHE1]

I think the opposite, the SWB is the orignal design and the front and rear doors are comprable size. The LWB has this extra long rear door and window and just looks goofy imo. This is always the case with any SWB/LWB car, the SWB always looks better imo, even going back to the nissan Z 2 seaters vs 2+2. Just look at how huge the rear door/window look compared to the short front door/window... Also compare the Lexus LS460 vs LS460L...LWB is always the afterthought and doesn’t look right.

[@djtechs345]

Bro that m56 on GTR wheels. Hands down a beautiful set that pairs with the cars body and gives homage to its big brother .

[@chadthomas7820]

I want an Infiniti to stunt on my Nissan haters lol but I would definitely love to have a Nissan R34 or Nissan gtr and 350 or 370z

[@chilldren6578]

Does anyone know the OEM part number to an 08’ Infiniti m45 fuel cap I’m lost and need help

[@EdBwoy]

17251-1NC0B

[@Tm0n3y762]

Do you like the q50s or q60s I see you own every other Infiniti but those 😂😂?

[@56gotti]

He likes the biggest and baddest.

[@SWright1978]

Are those long doors a pain when parking next to another car, or the hinges the type that help prevent door door dings (to other cars)?

[@markdorland2870]

no not at all! :)

[@eatmyballcheese]

Ok so I don't know where else to turn so I'm hoping you can help me, I get the impression you know it all about these vehicles so here goes. A little way back I noticed my 2103 M56X started making making a humming noise when driving at highway speeds. Sounds like I have mud tires on. I've also noticed a clicking noise when I make 3 point turns. I've had it looked at briefly by a local mechanic who's told me my CV joints are good and so is my wheel bearings. I don't know what it could be and am not really mechanically inclined as far as fixing everything. What do you think?

[@EdBwoy]

It sounds like it might be related to your front drivetrain. Pull the ETS fuse to see if any of those symptoms go away. kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3SthWx-pahkpa8

[@johnj3577]

I've got the humming noise too on my M37S. It sounds like a wheel bearing bit its not because the sound doesn't change if I turn and it goes away again at different speeds. Mine starts at 40mph, goes quiet at around 50, gets noisy again at around 60-65, then goes quiet again at 70 and above. Its really weird. Its not a bearing or brakes so the only conclusion I've come to so far is its tyres. I've only had my car a month so haven't had time to replace tyres yet though. If you figure it out before I do, please let me know! Regarding the clicking, they all do that and its nothing to worry about. It can be 'cured' by pulling the rear driveshafts out of the hubs, cleaning and greasing the splines, turning them 180 degrees and putting them back in again. It seems all M's, Q's and G's do it. There is a service bulletin for it too I believe.

[@johnj3577]

Btw, mine's rear drive not all wheel drive.

[@eatmyballcheese]

@@johnj3577 so I had it at a transmission shop and they suggested getting the universal joints and hanger bearings checked. I didn't notice the noise until I put a different set of tires on the car. But I changed those to a brand new set and the noise continued. I gave it a couple of weeks to break them in but it's been well over a month and the noise is still there . What brand of tires do you have on yours? Mine are Michelin and my 56 is X model. I kind of remember the clicking noise from previous cars, I used to own a 07 M45S and an 02 Q45

[@EdBwoy]

@@johnj3577 yeah, I would conclude that in your case it is related to the tires as well. Although I wouldn't discount the bearings fully. There are common failure symptoms, although they sometimes fail in interesting ways Still, it seems easier to troubleshoot the tires first. Perhaps start by rotating the front tires to the back and see if anything changes.

[@larrygaskins23]

Do the L comes in sport model? I love the longer wheelbase look for the overall car look?

[@hyattgotti3052]

Am yet to come across a Q70L Sport,they do have Sport on the 3.7\5.6 short wheel base but I think they just have RWD\AWD on the L base

[@EdBwoy]

Correct! The sport package was not available with the long wheelbase models. However, they did offer the sport wheels and brakes

[@zionoas2]

I been driving mine for a week and it's a really nice step up from my M35x. I thought there would be more that I wouldn't like about the Q70L based on "consumer reports." But the only thing I found that does bother me is the sun visors do have that pullout extension anymore, the ashtray is made of fabric rather then the tray, and the trunk seems smaller. I really want that old grill with the m35 strips rather than the grates the Q70 has. The updated strips like the M56 have strips I don't like.

[@hyattgotti3052]

You can buy the visors from the old model with the pullout on eBay and they should fit very easily

[@zionoas2]

@@hyattgotti3052 I still have my old M. And I plan on switching them out. Spraying the headliner black so when that project starts I'll switch them out

[@EdBwoy]

@@zionoas2 yeah, that was a common complaint when the 2011+ models were new and people were upgrading from the previous generation to these. Some things felt sort of backwards.

[@EdBwoy]

@@hyattgotti3052 Before you go all out on modifying your old ones, you might want to get the tape measure though. Compare the distance between the mounting holes on the roof/headliner between the 2 cars. Hint: it was one of the first things I thought of when I bought my 2011, yet here we are...lol

[@charminblackwell7040]

Ok I have the same question I asked in your other video you haven't responded yet too I hope u see my comment on here, but I have a 2007 and my infiniti M45 was Hesitating to crank and the next morning I went out to go to the store and it didn't crank at all what do I do? It has the sound that it want to crank but doesn't and what could it be?

[@EdBwoy]

I apologize, life happens and I miss things sometimes. Thanks for sticking with me. With these cars, if it is hesitating to crank and the battery is good (try the same process with a jumper), we have found that it is likely an issue with the camshaft sensor. Unfortunately sometimes these sensors cause all kinds of issues without triggering any codes or check engine light. One way to eliminate that possibility, is to just tap the gas pedal while starting it. *Don't stomp it to the floor! Just touch it enough to move it* If the car starts, then you can be sure it needs either a cam or crank sensor. I recommend you buy a genuine one instead of aftermarket, if you can do that.

[@EdBwoy]

Also, how many miles are on your M45, and where are you located?

[@charminblackwell7040]

@@EdBwoy ok yeah its a push start so I tap the gas then had to hold brake to start it but it still didn't crank up but u mentioned a engine light is that a bad thing cause now I remember before this happened the engine light did come on but then as I said the next day it hesitated to crank but it crank but then the next day it didn't it act like it was going to but didn't and the mileage I think is at 153969

[@EdBwoy]

@@charminblackwell7040 push the brake then push button like normal...then tap the gas Look at this video, starting about 19 minutes in. kzbin.info/www/bejne/g5y2loZ7iMqjnMk

[@charminblackwell7040]

@@EdBwoy ok did that didn't crank i did it so must I'm running my battery down now

[@chadwickwhite1889]

Enjoy my L for the extra room behind me for the kids. Do miss the V8 and the sport suspension and even the rear wheel steering of my M56S.

[@sbnjoe4616]

i’m considering looking into the the m56 and q50 what would you recommend i’m looking for something more sporty but practical at the same time

[@chadwickwhite1889]

@@sbnjoe4616 if you can fit in the Q50 and passengers behind you that is a good option. You would have lots of aftermarket upgrade options. The M56 is great for low end torque. There are issues to watch for around 100k miles and there is very little aftermarket support.

[@hyattgotti3052]

Can you please post some of the well known issues

[@chadwickwhite1889]

@@hyattgotti3052 search this channel and he will discuss them. HPFP and Lifter Bucket would be the main ones.

[@EdBwoy]

@@chadwickwhite1889 I think the mistake I made was to buy the Q70L back to back with the QX80. Nobody even pays attention to the sedan apart from me, but it's all good. More for me!

[@makoshark69x96]

I HAD TO FAST FORWARD PAST ALL THE PARTS WHERE YOU FOOLISHLY HAD YOUR HAND BLOCKING THE SCREEN !

[@56gotti]

Swap the wheels. Put the gold gtr wheels on the L

[@makoshark69x96]

I JUST HAD TO BAIL FROM THIS VIDEO ! I NOW SEE THAT YOUR HAND WAS BLOCKING 100 PERCENT OF THIS VIDEO ! YOU MUST CHANGE THAT !

[@rodneycoleman2919]

I hope the q70 hold up better than the q45.

[@EdBwoy]

I have had some pretty old Q45s, and I didn't think they held up badly. They had an amazing build quality. Have you had bad experience with them?

[@makoshark69x96]

FOOL, KEEP YOUR HAND OUT OF THE FRAME ! THAT IS SUPER-ANNOYING ! A LOT OF IDDIOTS DO THAT, BUT IT NEEDS TO STOP !

[@GenesisBrad]

enough with your hands!@!

[@hyattgotti3052]

Edbwoy is a hands on man😂😂😂

[@uncleguike]

Wtf 😂 you weird