INFINITI'S ALL-NEW FUTURE LINEUP: BRAND REVIVAL OR TOO LATE?

EV Channels Review

Infiniti has unveiled a future lineup including the Vision QE concept, a new QX80, and a QX65 crossover coupe, signaling a much-needed product renaissance. While the brand's sales are rebounding, the reviewer expresses skepticism about whether these new models, particularly the heavily conceptualized Vision QE (now slated for 2027), will be enough to revitalize Infiniti in the competitive luxury EV market. The QX80 redesign, moving from a V8 to a twin-turbo V6, is met with excitement, though the loss of the V8 is noted. The reviewer is critical of the Vision QE's overly aggressive front-end design, likening it to a "snow plow," while appreciating the rear. Current models like the QX55 and QX50 are discussed, with a critique of the CVT transmission. Overall, Infiniti faces an uphill battle against strong competitors like Genesis and Mazda, who have shown more consistent product development.