ENGINEER'S EVALUATION OF THE 2022 INFINITI QX60 - FULL AUDIT

[@bigdogbulldog9912]

Went from a qx 50 to qx 55 and now qx 60 ,love it 👌

[@E-Sab2210]

I’m picking this up tomorrow. It blows the MDX and RX out the water. I looked at all 3 thoroughly. MDX uses too much hard plastic and hasn’t done enough to separate itself from Honda. The window controls look like my old CRV still. Seats are uncomfortable unlike Infiniti. Lexus got too lazy and lacking detail inside. For the price, the QX60 Sensory packs an incredible value.

[@revilo155]

Hows the fuel economy on all three u checked

[@hertzair1186]

Don’t have a QX60, but Love my Qx80….a tank in a tuxedo

[@grouchosays]

Premium gas?

[@E-Sab2210]

@@grouchosays yes premium only

[@E-Sab2210]

@@revilo155 about the same. I get mileage for my job so I really don’t pay attention.

[@edwardwalterbroadnaxjr3576]

Thank you Sir! You helped me in my decision to purchase this SUV.

[@Curious_Cat123]

Great review. I came from a Lexus RX350. I did love my Lexus, but I found the ride and steering/road feedback to be far too tame. In other words, the ride was too soft (but very nice) and the steering provided zero feedback. However, I loved the smooth 3.5 liter 6 cylinder engine and overall reliability. I then researched and eventually purchased the Infinity QX60, Sensory model. I love the very smooth 9 speed automatic transmission mated to a 295 hp 3.5 liter 6 cylinder engine. I also observed that the steering was more precise than the Lexus and provided significantly more road feel. Also, the suspension was more like the Lexus F Sport model. I am over 50 years old and I wasn’t looking for a sports car per se. I was looking for an attractive, larger luxury SUV that had a smooth, powerful power plant that was NOT a 4 cylinder turbo (2023 Lexus RX350, Q5, etc). I do love the stying and features of my QX60, as well as the ability to use unleaded gas (unlike the Lexus and most of the German competitors). Anyway, I am a happy customer.

[@StuKamaru]

How is your ownership experience and reliability after more than a year of ownership? Looking into used one Thanks

[@hamidrezasannaee5914]

Thank you David san. Great review, appreciated.

[@LeoTheZen]

Another great review! Thank you for sharing!!!

[@JasinCalgary]

Great review format

[@xyoojtuamchang1235]

In terms of interior i think Infiniti is better than Lexus

[@paulsantos6237]

I agree

[@ckshedd07]

You did an excellent job. I drive a 2015 RX350 Lexus and it’s my third Lexus. I am considering the QX-60. So, I appreciate your review. But, I’m not sure yet. Interior seems more luxurious than Lexus. Lexus is kind of plain. Great work!! Toyota/Lexus has Nissan/Infiniti out rated by minimal service trips, we think. Thanks again for your review!!!

[@lordtark6736]

Amazing work man

[@DrBrainrape]

Great review very unique with the tools and commentary A+ abs looks like a great competitor to the MDX who wants a bit of uniqueness.

[@alanwignall3016]

I had the old qx60 and enjoyed it. Now I'm driving an Expedition Max Limited and can't wait to trade it in for the new QX60 Luxe.

[@CA-nm7mb]

David, you make some great points and I love your review! However in terms of the performance part and the Q60 being boring to drive. If I was personally in the market shopping for a luxury SUV or crossover, the last thing I want is it to have sharp handling, rough riding suspension or it to drive sporty IMHO. I prefer a more isolated ride, soft suspension to absorb the rough streets of where I live, and low to no interior noises. Just like how the older Lexus vehicles used to be. The Genesis GV80 would be my go to luxury vehicle of choice at the moment for the money. Especially with it looks, it is light years better than this Infiniti, and gives off that classic luxury look of cars from the past had. The more comfy and soft silent riding the vehicle is from the outside world, the less stress in my book. But that Infiniti is no slouch, it is nice looking and although most regular Nissan products tend to be lower quality than say a Toyota or Honda products, their Infiniti line has always been pretty good and are very stylish cars.

[@CA-nm7mb]

It does have some issues, but as far as styling goes, current Genesis styling blows a lot of other luxury brands away. The Genesis brand finally has a unique signature design profile that suites them very well unlike the previous Genesis vehicles of 10 years ago. It will take the brand some time to improve its reliability. Will ever be Lexus reliable? That’s hard to say at the moment. But the Hyundai/Kia brand have really improved their vehicles as of late and are hitting it out of the park with its cool looking design that have a very upscale appearance to them. A far cry from what they were building 20 years ago. One perfect example is the Hyundai Palisades and Kia Telluride. Probably still one of the nicest looking SUV’s on the market today in its price range and even when compared to some luxury SUV’s. I can see the Genesis being the new Luxury make that takes off and will cut into sales of Lexus and the Germans big 3.

[@cupoli138]

@@CA-nm7mb Both of those suvs are unattractive copies of other unattractive higher-priced suvs minus the reliability. Hyundai has been an effective cheap man luxury vehicle company.

[@yhk1977]

Thanks David. Infotainment system is definitely updated for the better, however the software needs to be updated to support full screen CarPlay. It’s a waste of screen realestate having only 2/3 for apps and 1/3 for Infiniti radio/ weather / clock info. The only full screen allowed is the factory maps. 🤷🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️

[@paulsantos6237]

Paint thickness and body gaps, first thing came to mind was a Tesla

[@bagaoisan858]

I can’t wait to see you review the nissan z. Im really hoping Nissan can execute their vision and revive the heritage that once was. It’s embarrassing to see what the previous CEO did to Nissan.

[@Maple8man]

infiniti should make red sports version with v6 twin turbo to against acura MDX type S.

[@maverickngoose95]

They should have used the VR30 in the QX55 with the 9 spd transmission as well. Big missed opportunity there. They’re really gonna let Lexus “F Sport” they’re inferior vehicles and Acura “Type S” their whole line up too?? C’mon Infiniti! You have the best motors of these three. Take advantage of that!

[@Maple8man]

@@maverickngoose95 　　I'm totally agree with you. I still drive 2008 infiniti ex35 ,this V6 motor still running perfect and powerful . Infiniti should keep v6 and stop using CVT . I really worry about Genesis will take over the Infiniti's position.

[@maverickngoose95]

@@Maple8man nah…, I’ve had plenty of Genesis owners turn in their lease to come buy/lease from me at INFINITI. Genesis doesn’t have enough of a pedigree.

[@mclark2330]

Thank you David excellent review! My wife has had one for a few years I’m trying to talk her into a 2023 Sequoia.

[@jayrichards3672]

Excellent choice, She'll love it.

[@Verzula]

@@chezzyperson3339 what???

[@spartus56996]

Great presentation ! What brand /model is that paint thickness tool ?

[@AutomotivePress]

Thank you! I just bought it from amazon that has a good review... they are all more of less the same.

[@dsquaredloans8311]

do you know if the 2nd row leg room of 37.7 is measured with the 2nd row being pushed all the way back or in its normal position ?

[@michaeltapper9004]

How is the paint thickness tool different from what a detailer would use to measure thickness of clear coat?

[@AutomotivePress]

It's the same tool, the tool cannot measure the clear coat separately from the paint - all of them are measured together to give the final thickness number

[@KITTcsg]

The all new infiniti pathfinder

[@johnperrin8788]

Paint thickness ?

[@bjosch4365]

From a design perspective … the rear contrasting “blobs” surrounding the exhaust pipes look horrendous! To a slightly lesser degree, the left and right contrasting elements at the bottom of the front bumper exhibit a similar distracting visual. Those four elements look like unrefined afterthoughts, and destroy the vehicle’s more elegant appearance. IMHO.

[@DrBrainrape]

Could get a nice satin black wrap over the exhaust finishers that would looks really fire

[@TruthFLA]

Auto journalists are funny. They talk about road feel a lot. But that's not the buyer of this vehicle. The buyer of this vehicle doesn't want to feel the road. The buyer of this vehicle doesn't want to hear the road. The buyer of this vehicle wants a smooth ride. Comfort is what they want. So I wish the auto journalist would review cars from what the car was meant to do perspective. This car was never intended to be a performance vehicle so don't judge it from that perspective. The purpose of this car was to provide comfort does it do that yes or no. From what you've told us it does therefore we don't need any other comments about road field does it fulfill the purpose for which it is intended that is the information that we need

[@youtubecarspottersguide1]

just wish it was rear wheel drive based at least its CVT free

[@rossgraham3073]

I purchased this QX60 in Autograph trim partially based on this video. The body gaps and quality of the leather and trim have been absolutely TERRIBLE!!!. In addition when i joined the 2022+ Infiniti forums on Facebook i find out there are many clients experiencing the same. I am very dissappointed in this product. My MDX was better and my Q7 way better. Great design but crap quality

[@tomw7647]

Much respect for your expertise Dave. I think the exterior design is excellent, but that of course is subjective. As you know Infinity quality is not that of Toyota let alone Lexus, too bad because it would give the consumer that is focused on reliability another option.

[@tomw7647]

@@chezzyperson3339 I like the interior of the MDX but the profile is a bit too wagon looking.

[@brandonwilliams2165]

Infiniti/Nissan quality was never inferior to Toyota/Lexus. They've always had the better interiors, more creature comforts, Bose speakers, and have always been more athletic/sporty. Toyota/Lexus makes you wanna kick push the car to accelerate

[@pkc863ify]

Do not get this car. I have had lots of problems so far.

[@fredghs5]

in the market for one. can you explain the issues that you have had

[@got_to_roll]

Please explain

[@cherokeefit4248]

These cars are too expensive for Canadian winters and all the salt it brings

[@TruthFLA]

This is a suburb cruiser. Who cares about road feel. The buyers of this vehicle don't care.

[@alexboy8]

You look like jackie chan mate

[@TheDarlowiak]

Front Wheel drive SUV , - shame .