Note: This performance review was created when the 2015 Infiniti Q50 Hybrid was new.
Performance: | 6.9 |
According to auto writers, the 2015 Infiniti Q50 Hybrid isn't particularly engaging to drive. Though critics appreciate its composed ride and strong acceleration, many say its handling is limited by numb steering and inconsistent braking power. The Q50 Hybrid gets high fuel economy for a six-cylinder hybrid.
The 2015 Q50 Hybrid comes with a 3.5-liter V6 engine and an electric motor that make a combined 360 horsepower. A seven-speed automatic transmission is standard. According to the EPA, the Q50 Hybrid gets up to 29/36 mpg city/highway, which is excellent for a luxury small car and very good for a six-cylinder hybrid sedan.
Reviewers agree that the Q50 Hybrid delivers strong acceleration. Some also say it transitions smoothly between gas and electric power, but others argue that the power delivery is uneven.
The 2015 Infiniti Q50 Hybrid comes standard with rear-wheel drive, and all-wheel drive is optional. All Q50 Hybrids come with Direct Adaptive Steering (DAS), which filters out road vibration and allows you to customize the car's steering effort with Light, Standard or Heavy settings. Most test drivers say that the Q50 Hybrid's steering feels lifeless and poorly weighted, no matter which setting it's in. Some critics also note that the Q50 Hybrid's regenerative brakes provide inconsistent stopping power, especially compared to the brakes on the non-hybrid Q50, which can make it hard to stop the car smoothly. However, auto writers think the Q50 Hybrid has a comfortable ride and remains composed while cornering.
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