2018 Infiniti Q60 Red Sport 400
Test Drive in Palm Coast, Florida
Written by Marco Carvajal
2018 Infiniti Q60 Sports Coupe has a stunning interior exterior design, just one date and you will fall in love with the Q60 Coupe. This sports car can be addictive, the gorgeous interior and advanced technology will make you want to stay driving.
The Q60 Red Sport 400 is the top of the line trim level for the Infiniti Q60 Coupe.
2018 Infiniti Q60 Red Sport 4004Seats Rear Wheel DriveTransmission 7-speed automatic transmission fluid coolers, INFINITI Drive Mode Selector settings allow driver to choose between Standard, Snow, Eco, Sport, Sport+ or Personal Engine 3.0-liter V6 twin turbo 400 (2997cc), Turbocharged 24-valve engine, aluminum-alloy block and heads with water-cooled air charging system, turbo speed sensor and dual intercooler water pumpsHorsepower 400 hp @ 6,400 rpmTorque 350 lb-ft @ 1,600-5,200 rpm Fuel Tank 20 galFuel Economy MPG 22Combined Estimated MPG20 City / 27 Hwy |
2018 Infiniti Q60 Red Sport 400
The new 2018 Infiniti Q60 Red Sport is the top of the line of the Q60 coupe model. This luxury car is designed with fascinating lines that emphasize the innovative silhouette of this attractive car. It is Modern and technologically advance. This Coupe is equipped with a 3.0-liter V6 twin-turbo engine that can take you anywhere in seconds. This powerful engine can reach 400 horse power. It includes one of the best braking systems in its class what is perfect and necessary for this fast and strong car. It has a high quality interior finish.
The well tuned suspension of the Q60 and all the features and options included would make you feel like the king of the road.
The Q60 is available in RWD or AWD for an additional fee of $2,000.
Part of its sporty look includes red painted sport brake calipers, 20-inch staggered aluminum-alloy sport wheels with summer performance tires (Front tires P255/35R20; Rear tires P275/30/R20), and Red «S» exterior badges.
The Q60 coupe 2017 model was very successful. Now the new Q60 2018 continues the success adding some enhancements like the new 20-inch wheels with non-run flat tires for the RED SPORT 400.
The 2018 coupe is more sporty and looks more adventurous than the previous version, the 2017 Infinity Q60 Red Sport. The 2017 model already was too beautiful, but the 2018 is outstanding.
I think that the Q60 is the most beautiful Infiniti ever made.
Infiniti History
Infiniti is the luxury division of the Japanese car company Nissan Motor, which combines increased comfort and high specifications. Initially Infinity was oriented to the North American market, intended for people with high incomes, however since 2005, Infiniti has entered the world market.
In 1950, Nissan Motor began developing and manufacturing cars for foreign markets. This business developed rapidly as in 1960, Nissan Motor Corporation was established in the United States, in 1966 in Mexico, the first Nissan automobile plant was launched outside of Japan, and in 1980 production opened in Europe and the USA.
Price
The Q60 red sport 400 starts at $52,000. If you want the all wheel drive AWD version, then the price starts at $54,000. The base model, the Q60 2.0t Pure, starts at $39,950. In general the price range for the Q60 is very good, especially after you go for a test drive and start to fall in love with this beautiful Coupe.
Model | Approximate Price |
2018 Infiniti Q60 Red Sport 400 | Starting at $52,000 |
The Q60 now adopts Infiniti’s trim global model and packaging names, PURE and LUXE model names and Sensory, ProASSIST and ProACTIVE package naming.
A total of 10 Q60 models are offered, Four 2.0-liter 4-cylinder turbo models: Q60 2.0t PURE, Q60 2.0t PURE AWD, Q60 2.0t LUXE and Q60 2.0t LUXE AWD. Four 300-horsepower, 3.0t twin-turbo V6 models: Q60 3.0t LUXE, Q60 3.0t LUXE AWD, Q60 3.0t SPORT and Q60 3.0t SPORT AWD. The 400-horsepower Q60 RED SPORT 400 and RED SPORT 400 AWD
The 2018 Infiniti Q60 Red Sport 400 includes all q60 3.0t sport standard features plus:
- 400-hp 3.0 liter V6 twin-turbo
- Unique exhaust tip design
- Red painted sport brake calipers
- 20-inch stagged aluminum-alloy sport wheels with summer performance tires (Front tires P255/35R20;
- Rear tires P275/30/R20)
- Red «S» exterior badges
Exterior
The strong and appealing look of the 2018 Q60 coupe expresses a power and luxury. The muscular lines and a perfectly smooth silhouette emphasize the beauty of this coupe.
The aggressive stance of the Q60 creates an impression of stability and control. Great aerodynamic design with a low center of gravity reflects on wonderful dynamic driving experience.
The 2018 Infiniti Q60 Red Sport 400 with RWD has wider wheels and tires, creating an aggressive and elegant appearance.
Features
- Automatic on/off LED headlights with Daytime Running Lights
- Front LED fog lights
- LED rear brake lights and center high-mounted stoplight (CHMSL)
- UV-reducing solar glass
- Power sliding tinted glass moonroof with one-touch auto-open/close, tilt feature and sliding sunshade
- Remote keyless entry system with door handle touch selective unlocking of driver’s door or all doors
- Remote power-opening of windows using INFINITI Intelligent Key
- Power heated outside mirrors with integrated LED turn signal lamp
- Auto-dimming outside mirrors with reverse tilt-down feature
- Comprehensive airflow management for low coefficient of drag (Cd) and zero-lift front and rear aerodynamics
- Speed-sensing flat-blade variable intermittent front windshield wipers
- Rain-sensing front windshield wipers (optional)
- Front door handle courtesy lights
- Rear window defroster with indicator light and timer
- Unique dual exhaust tips with brushed satin finish
Interior
Every detail of the interior will make you fall in love and want to drive the Q60 again and again. The convenience of the interior, the beautiful style, just give you pleasure when sitting behind the wheel.
The seats of the Q60 are designed to accommodate to the shape of the human spine, producing a very relax and comfortable experience.
The interior of the Q60 RED SPORT 400 models are available with original carbon fiber models, with white or red leather seats accentuating Silver Optic Fiber. A wide range of interior materials and interior decoration colors are available in all the Q60 models.
A standard Active Noise Cancellation system provides a minimum level of noise and vibration and provides a quiet interior cabin.
Features
- INFINITI Intelligent Key with Push Button Ignition
- Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) system with microfilter
- Advanced Climate Control System (ACCS) with auto-recirculation, Plasmacluster® air purifier and Grape Polyphenol Filter (optional)
- Power windows with illuminated switches and one-touch auto-up/down with auto-reverse feature
- Power door locks with automatic locking feature
- Valet key and trunk lockout feature
- Retained accessory power for windows and moonroof (if equipped)
- Sequential welcome lighting illuminated entry system with delayed fade-out
- Front sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors
- Dual overhead front map lights with overhead sunglasses storage
- Front seatback map pockets; front door pockets
- Dual front and rear cup holders
- Front armrest with storage compartment, one 12-volt power outlet, auxiliary input jacks and two USB connection ports
- Battery saver helps prevent accidental discharging if electrical accessories are left on
- Front and rear carpeted floor mats
Seating
- Leatherette-Appointed seating
- Semi-Aniline Leather-Appointed seating
- Carbon Fiber trim
- Silver Optic Fiber trim (optional)
- 8-way power sport type front seats. Driver’s seat power lumbar and power torso support adjustments
- Dual occupant memory system for driver’s seat, mirrors and steering wheel settings, linked to individual Intelligent Keys
- Entry/exit assist for driver’s seat and steering wheel
- Heated front seats (optional)
- Heated steering wheel (optional)
- Leather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel and shift knob with aluminum accent
- Aluminum front doorsill kick plates with INFINITI logo
- Aluminum-accented pedals and footrest
Audio System
As you enter the of 2018 Infiniti Q60 Red Sport 400 you will find and ergonomic and modern center console with two touch screens (the upper diagonal of 8 inches and the lower 7-inch). They are part of the latest generation InTouch information and entertainment systems. Enjoy high quality sound with the multimedia system Bose with 13 speakers and voice control.
- Bose Performance Series Audio System with 13 speakers (featuring door-mounted metal/aluminum speaker grilles), Advanced Staging Technology, Centerpoint 2.0 Surround, AudioPilot 2.0 Noise Compensation, multiple 10-inch and 6 x 9-inch woofers and a lightweight silk dome tweeter
- Driver’s Audio Stage
- Multimedia playback of digital files from a USB flash drive on WVGA color display
- Two USB connection ports for iPod® interface, flash drive or other compatible devices
- SiriusXM Satellite Radio
- Streaming audio via Bluetooth wireless technology
- Steering wheel-mounted audio controls
- In-glass diversity antenna
- Instrumentation and Driver Controls
Safety & Security
Safety is one of the highlights in most Infinity cars. The Q60 is built with the INFINITI Safety Shield concept that includes affordable multi-level, active and passive technologies, including the Around View monitor, Forward Emergency Braking with pedestrian detection, Lane Departure Prevention, Intelligent Cruise Control with Distance Control Assist.
- INFINITI Advanced Air Bag System (AABS) includes dual-stage front supplemental air bags with an occupant-classification sensor. Air bag inflation rate is adjusted depending on crash severity. If the front-passenger’s seat is empty, a sensor will deactivate the air bag
- Driver and front-passenger side-impact supplemental air bags
- Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags for front and rear-seat outboard occupant head protection with rollover sensor
- Front seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters, driver’s seat Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) and passenger’s seat
- ELR and Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
- Second-row 3-point seat belts with ELR and ALR
- Zone Body construction with reinforced passenger compartment and front and rear crumple zones
- LATCH System (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) helps simplify proper installation of compatible child restraint seats
- Brake Assist (BA)
- 4-wheel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD)
- Advanced Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) with Traction Control System (TCS)
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) provides specific information for each tire and low pressure warning
- Emergency inside trunk release
- Front-seat Pre-Crash Seat Belts (optional)
- Backup Collision Intervention® (BCI) (optional)
- Blind Spot Warning (BSW) (optional)
- Blind Spot Intervention® (BSI) (optional)
- Predictive Forward Collision Warning (PFCW) (optional)
- Forward Emergency Braking with pedestrian detection (optional)
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) Systems with Active Lane Control (optional)
- Remote keyless entry system with door handle touch selective unlocking of driver’s door or all doors
- Vehicle Security System with INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System
- INFINITI Intelligent Key backup slot to start vehicle if keyfob battery is depleted
Conclusion
The 2018 Infiniti Q60 Red Sport 400 is definitely one of the most beautiful and advanced coupes on the market. The body of the Q60 is created from a blend of interesting intertwining of lines and bends. Not only beautiful, it is also powerful with an engine that produces 400 HP.
If your budget allows you to spend around $50K, then you are on your way to owning one of the most beautiful cars available in the market. Don’t need to spend 100K or 200K for the classic super luxury European cars, as this Japanese baby will give you all what you wish and more without killing your budget. The Q60 will meet your expectations and more.
As I drive the 2018 Infiniti Q60 Red Sport 400 I am totally satisfied with the precise control, excellent dynamics, and high quality sound.
You ca make any turn at high speed, break, accelerate and keep enjoying the road. Easy parking due to the precise wheel. Que Q60 is a work of art and fantastic engineering.