The 2018 Infiniti QX30 is an attractive looking luxury compact crossover with a gorgeous Infiniti look and feel. Besides the beautiful design, this small SUV/crossover initially launched last year comes with a powerful 208 horsepower engine. Now, with a nice set of 6 sub-models, the QX30 reinforces the image that made it one of the most attractive new offers from 2016-2017. Although not available yet in Canada, a definite "player" if you are looking for a luxury crossover.
2017 Model Sales Results
As I mentioned before, the all new QX30 was introduced to the market for the first time. Following Sales Reports shows the actual results of the model for the last six months of 2016 as the vehicle was launched during the summer.
Canada Sales: Infiniti sold 439 units of QX30 in Canada. During the same period, a total of 12,094 vehicles from the brand were delivered. The QX30 was 3.6% of the overall Infiniti sales in Canada.
U..S Sales: 2,259 units of 2017 Infiniti QX30 in the United States and 138,293 units of all models. The QX30 accounted for 1.6% of the overall Infiniti US sales.
The new 2018 model is slightly similar to QX 2017.
2018 Infiniti QX30 Main Features
With a rugged design and high body, the 2018 Infiniti QX30 is made for adventurous drivers. Main distinctive features include:
Technology: QX30 is packed with lots of technological innovations. Intelligent Park Assist uses four sensors to calculate parking space viability. The optional Around View Monitor with Moving Object Detection system uses sonar to make you aware of surroundings. Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and Intelligent Cruise Control are also available, and InTouch helps you with emails, BlueTooth devices, and navigation. You can also get the optional 10-speaker Bose Audio system.
Performance: The turbocharged 2.0L engine can pump out 208 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque plus the 7-speed, dual-clutch transmission that nicely complement the powerful motor. For winter, Intelligent All-Wheel Drive (AWD) gives you the traction you'll expect from a Luxury vehicle.
Design: The rugged design of the 2018 Infiniti QX30 is evident both inside and out. It has the signature double-arch grille along with the eye-shaped LED headlights. As Infiniti uses to, every curve has been created with great care.
Safety: With Forward Emergency Braking, Blind Spot Warning system and Impact Protection, you can be confident about driving this vehicle. For sure a vehicle that will help you feel better when you and your loved ones are on it.
Owner Benefits: Infiniti Total Ownership Experience is a premium service that has 24-hour roadside assistance and courtesy ride during warranty vehicle servicing. Also, Infiniti New Vehicle Limited warranty provides 7-year/120,000Km power-train and 5-year/100,000Km basic coverage. Owners can get the Elite Extended Protection plan for up to 8 years or 160,000Km.
2017 had 2 Sub-models. 2018 has 6 ;)
The 2018 Infiniti QX30 has the following sub-models:
- QX30
- QX30 Luxury
- QX30 Luxury AWD
- QX30 Premium
- QX30 Premium AWD
- QX30 Sport
QX30 is the standard model with 2.0L Turbo 4-cylinder engine, 7-inch vehicle-information display, 7-speed dual clutch transmission, paddle shifters, 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, RearView Monitor, intelligent key with push-button start, leather-wrapped steering wheel, auto-dimming outside mirrors and 4-way power driver lumbar.
QX30 Luxury comes with all QX30 features plus 8-way power front seats, memory seats and mirrors, 4-way power front passenger lumbar, heated front seats, leatherette-appointed, stitched dash insert and Nappa leather-appointed seating.
QX30 Luxury AWD comes with all QX30 Luxury features plus intelligent All-Wheel Drive (AWD), 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, unique front & rear AWD styling, extended over-fenders with unique sill panels, roof rails, and raised AWD suspension.
QX30 Premium includes all QX30 Luxury features plus Bose 10-speaker premium audio system, panoramic moonroof, rain sensing windshield wipers, universal garage door opener, LED front fog lamps, cargo area finisher, aluminum kick plates, roof rails and heated windshield washer nozzles.
QX30 Premium AWD includes all QX30 Luxury AWD features plus Bose 10-speaker premium audio system, universal garage door opener, heated windshield washer nozzles, rain sensing windshield wipers, LED front fog lamps, aluminum kick plates, and a panoramic moonroof.
QX30 Sport includes all QX30 Premium features plus 19-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, unique front and rear sports visuals in the body, sports brakes and sports seats fancy sporty seats. On the tech side: Intelligent Park Assist, all around parking sensors, Around View Monitor (360 degrees from the top) with Moving Object Detection and a lowered sports suspension.
Additional Packages
The following packages are available to provide premium options to available sub-models without it:
LED Package: LED Headlamps. Adaptive Front-Lighting System (AFS). Enhanced LED Interior Ambient Lighting.
Technology Package: Around View® Monitor with Moving Object Detection. Blind Spot Warning (BSW). Lane Departure Warning (LDW). Forward Emergency Braking (FEB). Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC). Intelligent Park Assist. High Beam Assist.
Dark Wood Package: Genuine wood center stack and door handle trim. Graphite suede-like material headliner and A-pillars.
Navigation Package: INFINITI InTouch™ Navigation with 7" single screen. INFINITI InTouch™ Services with complimentary trial access to advanced features. Front and Rear Parking Sensors. Color center meter display. SiriusXM® Traffic and Travel Link that comes with access to traffic, weather, fuel prices, stocks, sports and movie times as a three months trial.
Gallery White Theme Package: White Nappa leather-appointed seats and dash insert. White leatherette console and door trim. Red contrast stitching on white leather/leatherette areas. Unique 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with red accents. Red accented key fob and floor mats. Graphite suede-like material headliner and A-pillars. Satin silver mirror caps.
19-inch Wheel Package: 19-inch aluminum-alloy wheels that support 235/45R19 tires.
Café Teak Theme Package: Brown Nappa leather-appointed seats. Brown leatherette console, door trim, and dash insert. Graphite contrast stitching on brown leather/leatherette areas. Genuine wood center stack and door handle trim. Graphite suede-like material headliner and A-pillars. Satin silver mirror caps.
Sport LED Package: LED Headlamps. Adaptive Front-Lighting System (AFS). Enhanced LED Interior Ambient Lighting.
Sports Technology Package: Blind Spot Warning (BSW). Lane Departure Warning (LDW). Forward Emergency Braking (FEB). Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC). High Beam Assist.
Sports Navigation Package: SiriusXM® Traffic and Travel Link with complimentary trial access to traffic, weather, fuel prices, stocks, sports and movie times. INFINITI InTouch™ Navigation with 7" single screen. INFINITI InTouch™ Services. Color center meter display.
Sports Leather Package: Nappa Leather-appointed sports seats. Heated front seats. Stitched leatherette dash insert. Graphite suede-like material headliner and A-pillars. Footwell lamps.
Last Words
The 2018 Infiniti QX30 has a lot to offer. It has all the latest technology to make it lots of fun. It has a gorgeous exterior and an eye-catching interior. It’s also relatively fuel-efficient as most models can manage 24 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway. Overall, 2018 Infiniti QX30 is a true luxury crossover.
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