People sleep on Infiniti man.. These cars are friggin gorgeous!

@Jacov225

4 жыл бұрын

Need to improve the tech on the cars though

@Composurezen

4 жыл бұрын

@@Jacov225 I agree but they're reliable, comfortable, stylish... So many pros

@Jacaerys1

4 жыл бұрын

@@Jacov225 I have a 2001 Honda Accord anything Is an improvement on tech to me lol

@ladonovanperkins5734

4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! I've owned 2 so far currently driving a 2019 awd & it floats like a Cadillac ...

@ROBATORE

4 жыл бұрын

This one in particular has nice body lines an great color but there is still bits an pieces Infiniti needs to catch up on. The rear end is pretty dated as well as the interior. Overall I’m not a fan of anything Nissan / Infiniti makes. This one is almost exceptional. The outdated dual screen thing makes me cringe so hard.

I wouldn’t trade my Infiniti for any of the competition. This car drives like a dream. It’s sexy, comfy. Fast AF. What more could you ask out of a car. Infiniti and beyond !

I like that Raiti gives us his honest opinion, and isn’t afraid to point out negatives. Not every car is awesome.

@RaitisRides

2 жыл бұрын

That means so much!

Infiniti needs to update their whole line up interior But if had to choose I would choose the Infiniti Q60 coupe

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you Miguel!

@Idk910

4 жыл бұрын

Miguel Ircontar definitelyyyyyy update the interiors. No heads-up display, no cooled seats, small ass screen between gauges, cheap leather, Nissan Sentra interior door handles / control buttons, TERRIBLY outdated backup cameras, TERRIBLY outdated OS and nav for their infotainment, etc. They’re just not worth the money and Nissan/Toyota have a huge issue with making their luxury brands updated to match even 3/4th’s of what Germans have to offer

@howie4206

4 жыл бұрын

@@Idk910 Germans need to work on their reliability though... 😆... There are reasons why people lease German cars and not buy...

@Idk910

4 жыл бұрын

Howie Choi German cars are more frequently known for reliability issues just because they’re packed full of technology and the latest of features in the car industry before American car manufacturers have time to add it. This results in premature failure of some of the systems over long periods of time. And then it’s expensive to fix because it’s a foreign assembled, which means internationally imported parts, which means $$$. I just bought a new BMW last August but I pay for extended warranties so I don’t have anything to worry about.

@howie4206

4 жыл бұрын

@@Idk910 you should have leased, but congrats and good luck...

Really all luxury brands should offer ventilated seats and a panoramic sunroof.

First q50. Was actually 2014

@MasterTitre

4 жыл бұрын

True

@Fenrir075

4 жыл бұрын

Yup I bought one

@brianparker68

4 жыл бұрын

I actually said that when he said 2015 lol

@Redfeather80

4 жыл бұрын

So there were q50s on the road in 2013?

@Fony_turgeson

4 жыл бұрын

@@Redfeather80 yes. 2014 means the 2013 release.

Btw, I had a 2014 Q50s, and I once tried that U-turn thingy Joe does in the underpass...with traction control turned off. The idea was to mildly drift the car. I soon turned traction control back on after what happened. Tires squealing all the way, the rear swung out, and I honestly thought I was going to eat the left curb. Thankfully I reacted quickly enough to counter-steer right which whipped the car in the opposite direction. I now found myself almost facing oncoming traffic. Boy was I glad I did that at night at a traffic-sparse intersection. I now shame-reversed to get back on track thankful that I didn't have to explain to my wife how I crashed the car.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I can totally see that happening!

I might be biased but my Q60 red sport does what I need it to- I've put mods into it conservatively and it makes GREAT power, gets a lot of complements on how it looks, and it's affordable. I can't really say I care to compare to other markets or other people's tech/advancements, if I don't have a good reason to. I'm an average Joe who wants to get to work everyday, and have a good looking, quick car in good and bad weather. This car is fine. Lol

@fredwilliams7893

3 жыл бұрын

So we'll said. I agree. I still own and drive my very clean 08 M45 Sport. It's more than enough power to get me tickets and looks good still and everything works. People need to stop complaining about the tech and interior. Lol it's a performance sedan not a damn luxury Lexus sedan. Lol

@ericrocha4693

3 жыл бұрын

How is reliability wise? I have been looking at these. Great looking car, interior is nice and I like the fact its still simple and the tech is not over done plus plenty of power and great price point.

I had a G37 and loved it so much that I got the Q50 Sport when I got a new car. I don’t care what anyone says. I’ll get another Infiniti when I get my next car too.

@sv52308

3 жыл бұрын

@Gabe Hernandez simp

@RubberChickenMan007

3 жыл бұрын

I'm more concerned with the premature turbo failures. Pretty common.

@wendymetz2958

3 жыл бұрын

@Enzo Morf Nope, tires and brakes is it. I hope I didn’t just jinx myself lol.

@DanielCruz-js4oh

3 жыл бұрын

@@RubberChickenMan007 that’s why you lease Inifiniti’s.

@rao122490

2 жыл бұрын

Once you drive an Infiniti you don’t wanna drive anything else

I currently own a 2011 G37 sedan and love it. The things that keeps me from upgrading to the Q50 is that it's just in lacking modern features that many mainstream non-luxury cars have today. Such a shame because I really like the look of the Q50. If they don't upgrade their 2020 line, I'm going to have to look elsewhere like the Genesis G70.

0-60 in 4.5 secs that’s pretty fast

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

It's quick!

@Zerohearts0

4 жыл бұрын

Raiti's Rides could you do a Camaro LT1 2020. Maybe compare to a ss

Infiniti used to have a GREAT UNIQUE SOUNDING EXHAUST. Please bring that back. When you heard that exhaust you knew an infiniti was comin. Now you cant hear nuffin

@TheOnionMonkey

4 жыл бұрын

That g35 and fx35 exhaust! Still driving my FX today

@ballathug8404

4 жыл бұрын

Turbos ruin engine notes

@daeverything1794

3 жыл бұрын

Nobody cares about a straight piped G35, still a sh!t car

@vaz4043

3 жыл бұрын

@@daeverything1794 fax

@nateavery2875

3 жыл бұрын

Yup that exhaust note is a joke.

Red Sport is underrated in power - stock pwr is more like 450 hp & 400 lb/ft torque. If you know how to launch it (brake boosting) you can hit 0-60 in 4.2 and 12.6 1/4 mi stock(w/ excellent traction NOT requiring throttle feathering..i.e. WOT). Can easily/reliably/inexpensively be tuned to 550 hp and 500 lb/ft torque. Great car! Interior is much nicer in person. Oh- the dual screens are fine, it's a fukn car not an iPad or gaming system for fuks sake.

@shad3128

4 жыл бұрын

Agreed... I have downpipes intakes and JB4 on mine and 0-60 is around 3.9-4.1 on average. Good MPG. Comfortable, and reliable. I could give two shits about what's new and hot. These cars are great for the cost lol

@SoHoDon_718

4 жыл бұрын

chris s wow are these red sport numbers ? If so I’m going to trade my 2015 g37 in right now 😂.

@shad3128

4 жыл бұрын

@@SoHoDon_718 yeah man. I traded my G37S in for the Q60 after 4 years. I loved the coupe, but the red sport with a couple mods put the G cars to shame lol

@mikealanzo

4 жыл бұрын

Hell... the dual screens are more than enough to do what ever you do with them.... the hell I'm gonna do with the latest systems, talk to some alien on Mars?i really hate what cars have become these days, like some sort of toy, it's not a smartphone you're driving, it's a CAR!!! and all that "hey" stuff and gesture controll is just pathetic!!! Shit, the command system in my 2005 MB S Class is more than I need!!! and the damn thing still works!!! (damn, I hope I didn't jinxed it now), let's see how a 2019 info system works in 15 years from now with all its busted pixles and what not!!!

@killerkhalsa27

4 жыл бұрын

@@SoHoDon_718 you don't even need the red sport to make those numbers. The 3.0 silver is just a detuned motor, put a tune on it and you basically got yourself a red sport.

Very very nice looking and performing 2019 Infiniti Q50 Red Sport 400. Would probably get 1 of these. Thanks Joe.

Damn what a beautiful car! I love that red! It really pops! Awesome review joe!

Wow thanks for the brief history lesson, I forgot Infinity had been around for so long. I used to love those Jonathan Pryce Q45 and J30 commercials.

@tuanxex

4 жыл бұрын

Its Infiniti u shithead

Another great review!

There is no bad vehicle anymore Joe, but there is better ones, great job as usual!

give me a q50 exterior and a stinger gt2 interior and ill be happy

Thank you for providing insights on how you would make changes for the better when car manufactures make poor design decisions or oversights, It's important to be honest and give constructive feedback!

Not really a Nissan/Infiniti guy but being a car guy they've done a pretty decent job on the Q50. The performance isn't terrible. Hey brother I had a thought. How about since Ford is axing the Fusion and Taurus, how about a review of the Fusion Sport and Taurus SHO? Does Walker Ford have either one? Both cars are big-time sleepers!! A review of either or both would be awesome!! Great video btw 🤙🏻🤙🏻

Love my 2017 Q50!

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate you sharing your thoughts on this one!

My first used Infiniti sedan!! Good job Joe.

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

I think you would like it!

Yes! I’ve been waiting for a review on this car. Thank you, Joe!

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I hope it was worth the wait Reuben!

@TheTravelingTexan

4 жыл бұрын

Raiti's Rides It sure is!

@GreggChottiner1

4 жыл бұрын

I traded a 2017 RS. The car was very fast in a straight line, but didn’t handle well for an expensive sedan. The interior is years behind other manufacturers. It also got poor mpg. If you can get the car in the mid $40’s, it’s a good deal. Otherwise, I’d pass.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheTravelingTexan I am so glad my friend!

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

@@GreggChottiner1 Good input Gregg!

No Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. No heads up display. No cooled seats. Terrible run flat tires. A laggy traditional Automatic transmission. No driving aides for this price. Just an overall let down. Would have been great for 2015 but just not adequate enough for 2019/2020.

@raphaelwilliams2200

4 жыл бұрын

Everything you said is on the money i had both versions of the q60 and i can't wait to get rid of it!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@joepeluso3864

4 жыл бұрын

You buying a car or an iPad

@mariesaravia7885

4 жыл бұрын

The 2020 Q50 just announced has Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and extra USB ports. The navi interfaced is the updated version as well.

@LearningFast

4 жыл бұрын

Marie Saravia too little too late.

@LearningFast

4 жыл бұрын

B the base engine on this car was a 4 cylinder engine.

I have a 2014 I bought new. I will say 80K miles later I still really like my car. It has been solid for me over the years. I plan to keep it 3 more years. Other than a couple little things the '19 is the exact same. I am waiting until a redesign to even consider getting another one. The nav looks like something from 2004, but I will say the nav has always worked well for me and gives good directions and has never frozen up on me or given me any problems. Only maintenance has been normal wear and tear. I ditched the run flats as soon as I purchased it.

@TheDfenner84

4 жыл бұрын

Daniel happy my 2014 q50s Infotainment system is horrible other than that I like it

Just saw this. Thank you! I’m looking at the awd version.

Love my 2018 Hagane Blue Infiniti Q50S, much better car than my previous 2015 Infiniti Q50S. The direct adaptive steering is an option. I don't have it on mine, so the steering feel is really good. Fun car to drive daily. Plenty of power. Not good for long road trips due to the sport suspension, sports wheels and tires and sports seats. After a couple of hours, you start feeling the firm seats and suspension. Use my Infiniti M37 for road trips. Very comfortable car.

Those pass through jokes in the back seat had me laughing so hard

Nice car, love the styling but like you said, needs upgraded infotainment center. Nice job Joe! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Great minds think a like!

Keeping with the 400HP can you do the Lincoln MKZ 3.0TT before it goes away and becomes RWD again a la Lincoln LS? Also when do you film all these you upload like crazy. Appreciate all the hard work.

I have one. Honestly, it depends what you value for your car. No one can answer this question except for yourself because it's all relative. Some people buy cars for the value, and the Q50s lags behind competitors in this aspect. Some people buy it for the aesthetics and uniqueness, which for me is why I bought it. Not many people have this car, so it does turn heads and I get compliments all the time. In Canada, it already comes with factory 19" black gloss wheels on the Q50s Red Sport, which makes the car even better looking (for me at least). The Q50s is also a sleeper car in it's class which gives competing cars a surprising run for their money. Obviously the main drawback is it's outdated interior and horrid infotainment system. However, I personally think it's not a deal-breaker for me as the driver since it offers a considerable amount of comfort as in any other regular vehicle for a daily driver. The infotainment system takes extra steps to navigate around and has a lot of gimmicky features that no one will ever touch after the first few months of driving it. It is a drawback, but I only use the system for Sirius XM/iPod and to see my gas mileage. Also when I need to use maps, I mainly use Google Maps on my phone instead, so no Apple Car play is a deterrent but it isn't much of a hassle to get things working.

@jmasoncars4452

4 жыл бұрын

Well said.

@danrobinson5519

4 жыл бұрын

I also have one and couldn't agree with you more!

@stanlee7251

4 жыл бұрын

Agreed all I see is lexus bmws and merc on the road I wanted something different the interior is not bad when u see it yourself

We’ll see what they have in store for 2021... but they are really slacking fr... Joe a review of the 2020 Alpha Romeo Q4 please?? And good job as always...

Literally bought this car yesterday😂except on Blue. Incredible machine... tech is not really as outdated as you think I’ll edit this in the future if I run into issues. Had it ordered from San Antonio brand new 2019 Infiniti Q50 Red Sport 400. Drove it and this thing has more than enough power. I really mean MORE THAN ENOUGH POWER lol. Awesome interior and materials. Carbon fiber package just is the cherry on top. Transmission is also a surprise. It’s fast. I had a dual clutch 7 speed on the QX30S and so far this tranny is smoother and quicker. And it’s an auto! Maybe it’s sluggish in standard mode but when you push it I have yet to experience a delay in up shifts on full throttle

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Knavish congrats on your new Q50! 😎👍🏻

@bynjei2530

4 жыл бұрын

Raiti's Rides thank you!! Keep up the great content!

@dreamon220

4 жыл бұрын

Is the carbon package real or fake.

the outside design is almost future proof. If they throw in that new rdx technology infotainment system with one screen i think this thing would be awesome! throw in a digital cluster and this thing is great. Hopefully they give it the new infiniti key fob like the qx60.

Exterior wise, it's pretty good looking but that's perspective. But everything being updated would be great.

I love my 2018 Q50 People complement here and there. Remove resonator and muffler, sounds 👌

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing about your ownership experience!

What’s with Nissan and their dated interiors for premium prices?

Q60 coupe is gorgeous but where is my convertible replacement of g37?!

You have comments on each sides of the car ! This is not a charger…… this a luxury car with sport flavor

I just got a 2016 with 26k miles for $29k. What a steal!!

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Nicely done!

@vadymtopov7552

3 жыл бұрын

I’m sorry but 29k? You could’ve got one for 20k

@dimensionjester9052

3 жыл бұрын

@@vadymtopov7552 yeah i was about to say im looking at 2019’s for 28k

@slamdunkslamdunk6995

3 жыл бұрын

@@vadymtopov7552 not with that mileage. maybe $25k dealer and $24k private. 6 mo ago.

@sleepyhead9732

3 жыл бұрын

Not really a steal it’s basically 30k. With 4-7k more you get a new 2020-2021

8:43 Its a change compartment lined with felt to prevent rattling and jingling every time you hit a small bump, its actually super useful.

Exhaust needs to be a little louder though.

Own a 2021 Q50 Red Sport .. hands down my favorite and I’ve owned G35,G35x,Q50 Premium

Can’t wait to get one

@RaitisRides

2 жыл бұрын

You will love it!

I have 2015 Q50, I will wait for a redesign!!!!

Just picked up a used Red Sport this weekend in Oct 2022. People missing out but oh well, more for us who can appreciate a great car for the money. Crybabies can go play on their tablets while real enthusiasts prefer to enjoy the car. Looks great, drives great, and got balls to match.

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

That is so awesome!

i look at reviews of challenger and charger scats, camaro SS's and i get their power is sick as hell. but i cant understand the hate on the two screens in the q50 while the 1 screen in both those cars look like they're old af and are surrounded by plastic. can anyone explain why that 1 screen is better than the Qs two screens?

Not only hood struts, but trunk struts! This has got to be Joe's next car!

I like the old one, with the 3.7 badges on the sides.

We haven’t gotten to see a video review of it yet, but if you look at Infiniti’s pictures from pebble beach, you can clearly see the new infotainment system inside the QX80. The Q50 was at the top of the glass when it was released in ‘14, as was the G before it. I have little doubt that Infiniti will make the right moves once a redesign comes.

I drove one of these. MANNN!!!! That car was ZOOOMINN!!! I'd definitely cop me one for a daily!

I bought the 2019 signature edition Q50 3.0T. Love it. 100 more hp would be the icing on the cake. I really, really like the interior in my car, the 2 displays are prefectly fine though the top one could offer more use/features if one doesn't opt for navigation, auto transmission is near perfect and the 3.0Twin Turbo 6 is fantastic. 34mpg highway and 20's city.

@darthdabs2401

4 жыл бұрын

Cleansed by the Blood I have the same same one. U can mod the vr30 fairly easy and not kill ya on price. This is my 3rd Infiniti. G37-q50 3.7 -q50 3.0 . I have the same complaints on all 3 ;brakes, transmission, non cooling seats.

@GettingthruLife

4 жыл бұрын

@@darthdabs2401 believe me that I'm aware of the potential of this motor with big increases per the dollar investment. I'm just aprehensive to void the warranty with the addition of the AMS tune nissan/infiniti. I've tuned a new turbo car before and that doesn't necessarily worry me but there are some concerns with this tune.. What i don't know is once you tune this vr30 tt does the tuner device in your possession retain the oem ecu tune so you can flash back for general service, warranty work, sell the car or if encounter glitches with the tune. I have zero issues with the trans in this car except for maybe another low rpm 8th top highway gear. In sport mode it shifts fast enough 4 me and work flawlessly so far. I read early on to turn off the auto trace feature for the rear brakes to save the life of the rear pads. I will add that I'm not hard on brakes and i don't abuse them so i don't ever encounter excessive brake wear. I'm never going to a track or a road course with this car because i dont need it to do that. If I'm going to do anything to it aftermarket wise it will be the Ecutek tune and maybe Burger Tuning/AMS heat exchanger. Love the car for everything it offers stock but everything benefits from more getup and go. Purely grin factor here and there use. Car is quick as it is but 410hp and 490ish tq is perfect. I Just dont want to have this awesome car start to have issue/become quirky/any sense of unreliability by modding it. Exhaust in my book a waste of money as im not looking to enhance/gain noise, down pipes/hf catted or catless dp automatic warranty eraser and gas smell, major undertaking to remove them too. Would love the car to be able to run E85 and the perks of e-fuel but not at all enthused about tearing into the fuel tank from the interior and experiencing, cel's, limp mode, and o2 sensor issues.

@pasqualgzzz1786

10 ай бұрын

Can you speak how the car was / is 4 years later ? I really want one. I don’t plan on beating it up or nodding it to shit

That gold q60 in the back tho... 😍

Bmw m340i sick car do a review on that car I love Infiniti I’m torn between those two also like g70 g80 genisis and stinger

Love the exterior, really dislike the interior, got a maxima instead. Go Joe !

They used to call Nissan the Japanese BMW, which is hilarious because the Toyota Supra, as we all know, ended up being made by BMW. Great video and super detailed as usual! I haven’t driven the Q50 but I too have heard a lot of horrible things about the drive by wire system. So glad to hear it isn’t as horrible as it’s made out to be. Totally agree that the infotainment system is trash.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!

Very nice car but I would wait for the new model. Hope that it will produce more hp with little bigger engine. 👍💯video💯👍

I have a 2015 Q50, and for the value I got it , it was a great car. But if the interior or the infotainment system is not a deal breaker for you, I would buy it. If not, wait for the redesign.

I think the coup is one of the best looking cars on the road

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

like it is it does have a good look!

Yes Thank God I will buy one for myself

Im ready for Q60 whenever they decide to update the interior.

@HOTPLATEGAMING

4 жыл бұрын

CheetohPoof Definitely won’t happen with this current generation.

Other than the interior it seems like a solid car.

@jaays

3 жыл бұрын

@OTA fr compared to my 2012 mustang interior it’s a big upgrade lmao

I’m loving the red sport... hmm if the 2021 looks this good I’ll prolly tase my 19 accord EXL on for it.

@fredwilliams7893

3 жыл бұрын

Oh bro the Accord is no match for this. It's front wheel drive with no tuning capabilities. This Q50 is a totally different animal. I test drove a 19 and man it was fun. 👍

Nissan and Subaru are the kings of letting stuff get old but the question is , is that really a bad thing

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I think for the infotainment it is.

@cmm9360

4 жыл бұрын

It’s proven tech that works, I like it. New stuff tends to break, perfecting the old stuff is what I like.

@shad3128

4 жыл бұрын

@@RaitisRides objectively speaking here- why is everyone so concerned with "infotainment" in a luxury or sports car segment if the purpose of a car is to drive, and not play on a tablet or phone?

@Mike51689

4 жыл бұрын

chris s - because when you’re spending 57k+ on a luxury vehicle, you do (and should) expect to have the latest technology. It’s like if you bought a 5 million dollar home that has window AC units instead of central air. Especially if you can get a comparable vehicle from a competitor for a similar price that DOES have more updated tech. The question for Infiniti is, why haven’t you kept up? What else haven’t you kept up?

@shad3128

4 жыл бұрын

@@Mike51689 I can see the point, especially for the price tag. My biggest issue with the car is AT the 50+k tag- there is no ZF or a Nissan Dual clutch, and you have to spend thousands extra to load the packages on the red sports. Had they went with those transmissions and an apple/android auto standard at the price- damn. Talk about great.

You should film the RS 400 with the Sport Exhaust to hear the difference in sound. I love my Q50 3.0T luxe but it needs more sound.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

O-Town MINI Deals that is such s great point!

Looks like you were having fun in that car brother. 🤣🤣🤣

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

ALWAYS! :-)

Yes! Request accomplished! Your review exceeded my expectations but the Q50 did not.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Joe! I know how you feel about the Q50!

7 blowouts in one year tires are not very dependable. These cars lease very well definitely worth taking a look at. I had a G37 and Q50. Overpriced but for some reason the lease prices are hard to beat.

@raulking7730

3 жыл бұрын

Run flats SUCK

Infiniti messed up when they renamed the cars and SUVs...Q and QX?!?! They should go back to the engine liter naming

Redsport and the other q50s have the same design, redsport should have had buffed trims, hood with vents, front fenders with vents etc... all you paying your is just more hp and bigger brakes with a little better leather seats, over i love it. It just missing some custom sport trims

3 years later .... Still no redesign

It’s been two years and there still isn’t a redesign. Desperately needs one tho.

I like the exterior but the interior is no nicer than my 13 year old M , Infiniti is slacking. Hopefully the next Q50 comes sooner than later but knowing the Nissan/Infiniti tradition , it'll be a while.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you!

@travelseatsyellowlab

4 жыл бұрын

A redesign will be reportedly introduced for 2020.

I love to look of the car. Beautiful Car

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for letting me share it with you!

Imagine a INFINITI interior update that’s still Behind 🤣

They look really nice but I'm not down with drive by wire.

He says Q60 when inside the car 😞. Question to q50 owners. Does the engine cover badge still fall off after a while? My 13 g37 did

Watching Lexus, Acura, Infiniti, and Lincoln sedans lag behind the competition after 2008 has been a great American tragedy. In the 90's and 2000's luxury was defined by extra Airbags/safety features, Leather/heated seats, noise dampening, navigation/interior technology, headlights, and expensive badges. Back in 2008 the Lexus IS, Acura TL Type S, Infiniti G37, were stellar machines that came close to beating Audi and Mercedes in marketshare. (From 2004-2008 the Made in America Acura TL was second only to the BMW 3 series). Nowadays, as the average price of cars have gotten higher, the market/government has demanded more standard safety tech and comfort for their money. Unfortunately that means that as Toyota, Nissan, and Honda give people what they want with elite luxurious trims they end up stepping on their own toes. Their brand perception suffers in way that would never happen to Volkswagon's Audi/Porsche, Mercedes, and BMW. The narratives that supported their brands, "oh infinti/lexus/Acura are just comfortable and reliable nissans/hondas/Toyotas" slowly gets eroded. However, I don't think all hope is lost, just as the Kia Stinger GT was an undeniable car with performance chops that severely undercuts BMW and Audi overpricing. Just as Porsche and Audi try their best to distance their cars as far away from Volkswagon Jetta and beetle roots. There is no reason why a 90k Lexus or 130k NSX should have an interior that is slower than a Honda Fit's even if it does speak to Honda's quality and attention to detail even on their cheapest cars.

@fredwilliams7893

3 жыл бұрын

Yea believe it or not my 2008 M45 Sport when released in 06 as a total update model ran the competition over. There are several reviews how it was better than the 5 series BMW and E class Mercedes plus the gs Lexus. That's why even know my car is 12 years old it was so ahead of its time and is still in very good condition I won't part with it. Infiniti was killing it back then and on top of that car being a hit they just released the G37 to. 👍Yea the 2000s were good times for the brand.

@SilverScarletSpider

3 жыл бұрын

Fred Williams I remember that. In 2008, there were great cars like the Infiniti M45 Sport and G37, Acura TL Type S, and Lexus IS F. It’s a shame none of them are quite the same performance sprouts sedans that used to give BMW and Mercedes a run for their money.

@fredwilliams7893

3 жыл бұрын

@@SilverScarletSpider yea it sure was good times for all those you mentioned. One of the reason I prefer older cars to new ones. 👍

Redesign will be coming either in 2021 or 2022, car makers usually do it after a 7 year period .

Most reviewers don't spend enough time in the car and end up copying what was said years ago the steering, the infotainment system on and on..Many really don't spend any time going through the data systems... bUt, drive it own it and people love it. On the used market it's fantastic value. I just bought an '18 window sticker $62k. 15,000 miles and i paid $36,000 with an extended warranty.....

you should inform people the steer by wire is an option and not standard.

So what's the car with the way better infotainment system and with better steering and quicker shifting with an 8-10 speed transmission at the same price that everyone talks about ?

@RaitisRides

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that great question!

Where can you find the information on any kind of updates on the Q 60

My brother has this car! It’s an absolute monster

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that!

@b58forever

4 жыл бұрын

I'm pretty sure she have the regular 3.0 turbo with 300 hp...may be am wrong

Hey! I have one of those. Actually trading in the Red Sport Sedan for the Red Sport Coupe. They will scoot but I have to zonk their speed off the line. Takes a good second to launch but once the turbos spool up then be sure and hold on. I actually like the infotainment center then again I've grown accustomed to it. Also the steering does feel a bit numb. Other than that I would have to recommend one. Overall a fun family car. Nice review Joe. Take care guys.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I never knew you had one of these! Did you see my coupe review?

@dfw1fast143

4 жыл бұрын

No I didn't see that one. On the red sport coupe? Can't believe I missed a video. Thanks for letting me know. I'll find it.

@jmasoncars4452

4 жыл бұрын

@@dfw1fast143 are you at high elevation? I have a q50 RS. Mine has virtually zero lag here in California.

@slamdunkslamdunk9888

4 жыл бұрын

ZR1 LT5 Chris If you brake-boost the red sport in sport+, it will launch like a rocket! Love the exterior and the interior. Great daily and somewhat of a sleeper. (I'm RWD)

@dfw1fast143

4 жыл бұрын

jmasoncar s No man I’m in Texas. Sea level. No lag at all? Something is up with mine then. I mean she books but clearly has a lag.

You should be reviewing new cars at the 2019 Frankfurt Auto Show Pack up & go

14:07 You could've let him on! 🤣🤣 You wrong for that...

Nice review and very accurate. I have a 2016 Q50 RS. My lease is just about up and for a lot of the reasons you listed I won’t be getting another one. Instead I’ve decided to go with the Alfa Romeo Giulia T.I. Sport. It’s less powerful for sure, but driving it is so much fun. Please do a review on the Giulia would like to hear your thoughts.

The only thing I'd buy from infiniti is the Q60 coupe & the QX50. I think it's time for the whole lineup interior to be updated while I do like the minor update to it's QX80 SUV it's still a bit dated inside and clunky

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

B I totally agree with you!

@mobin5547

4 жыл бұрын

The v8 qx70 is underrated

@user-ut3yo7ul7z

4 жыл бұрын

@@mobin5547 it's not underrated it's just old

@maniac50ae14

2 жыл бұрын

That's what I keep hearing but I sounds like most people really appreciate it for the engine

Needs vented seats really bad. I had a 15Q before but cross shopping a charger scatpack now.

Exterior looks fine but considering that it has been the same for the last 4 years I think is about time to refresh it. Interior...mehhh...I prefer a more M Benz horizontal kind of a dash.

What redesign?

My sister own Q50 2017, the steering... boy o boy, it handles like a dead gopher tortoise.

Hi Joe I need your expertise I have a q50 2019 lux edition I’m reading I should put a oil catch can on it what are thoughts on his mod, thanks Jim.

16:50 now that's some test driving

I have a 2018 q50 and I love this car idc what people say it feels up to date the only thing I don’t like is the radio but I’ll put a Tesla style radio

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

Get in some newer luxury sedans and you will see the difference.

14:08 Truck almost cut you off. Could have crashed into you! Watch out for dangerous drivers.

@dreamon220

4 жыл бұрын

What are ya his freaking mother

@cosmic_gate476

3 жыл бұрын

Truck guy messed up but he noticed in time and moved out of the way.

You better than tall Guy car reviews...

He should review the 2020 q50 and compare it to the 2020 Nissan skyline that’s exclusive to japan only and the front of the car is a lot more different. Nissan version of this looks sooooo much better.