2020 INFINITI QX50: Adds standard safety technologies, new sensory and autograph grade levels
The INFINITI QX50 was completely redesigned for the 2019 model year, becoming arguably the most compelling INFINITI to date with world-first technologies, standout design, enhanced interior space and an entirely new platform. For 2020, the QX50 continues to provide the highest level of versatility, efficiency and performance in luxury mid-size crossovers.Several significant enhancements have been made for 2020, including the addition of new QX50 SENSORY and QX50 AÚTOGRAPH grade levels, standard Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ and a new-generation infotainment system with dual HD displays. In addition, a new Mocha Almond exterior color is now available, while content and naming of several optional equipment packages has also been revised.Safety, security and driver-assistance updates include a wide range of advanced technologies that are now standard on all grade levels: Rear Automatic Braking (replaces previous Backup Collision Intervention), Blind Spot Warning, Lane Departure Warning, Forward Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, High Beam Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and rear parking sensors. Traffic Sign Recognition has been added to the ProACTIVE Package.The bold exterior styling brings a fresh interpretation of INFINITI's distinctive 'Powerful Elegance' design language to the crossover segment. The unrivalled interior space, artistic application of high quality materials and advanced craftsmanship make the cabin as welcoming and comfortable as it is flexible.The VC-Turbo engine, the world's first production variable compression ratio engine, delivers driving pleasure and efficiency in equal measure, while INFINITI Intelligent All-Wheel Drive and ProPILOT Assist technologies react discreetly to certain driving situations, supporting the driver with a range of empowering driver-assist features.Powerful Elegance design, signature INFINITI detailsThe INFINITI QX50 is defined by its distinctive proportions, which set the car apart from its competitors. Influenced by INFINITI's 'Powerful Elegance' design language – characterized by flowing sculptural lines and strong, muscular proportions – the 2020 QX50 has an elevated, commanding crossover stance and strong character lines.Within this design theme, the company's signature design cues make the QX50 instantly recognizable as a modern INFINITI. For example, the INFINITI's exclusive double-arch grille gives the face of the QX50 a unique and distinguished appearance. For use with the QX50, the double-arch grille is wider with no gaps between the grille and the hood.The QX50 features INFINITI's signature LED headlight design, which emulates the human eye in its appearance, alluring and intense when seen at a glance. The horizontal light signature cuts across the projector to make a visual statement, similar in execution to the headlamps from the INFINITI Q60 sports coupe.The QX50's striking visual character is enhanced by a clamshell hood, presenting a strong degree of muscularity while retaining balanced body proportions. The unique hood shape facilitates the enhanced cabin proportions. A four-link hinge system has been created especially for the QX50, allowing deep, sharp-edged character lines to flow from the hood along the body. Integrating the A-pillar into this shape also makes the hood appear longer.The QX50's sophisticated rear aspect is characterized by clean, simple lines and curves that release the visual energy built up from character lines flowing along the vehicle's sides. INFINITI's signature crescent-cut D-pillar extends the visual length of the roofline, and the rear pillar arcs forward, emphasizing motion even when the car is stationary. The design of the LED taillights matches the shape of the front headlamps. The rear light design connects visually to the chrome tailgate strip and runs into the sides of the QX50, creating an uninterrupted visual line flowing from the front to the rear of the car. Chrome dual exhaust tips, within the rear lower bumper, complete the rear appearance.The 2020 QX50's commanding stance is aided by a choice of 19-inch or 20-inch wheels – which also adds to its sense of agility and crossover-like ruggedness. The wheels are pushed as far as possible into the corners, helping minimize the intrusion of the wheel arches into the passenger cabin on interior space. The rear overhang is just 37.48 inches.Aerodynamic efficiency is another key to the QX50's design, with the drag coefficient improved by six percent compared to the previous-generation QX50. The hood, A-pillar, tailgate and enclosed underbody are all specially designed to encourage airflow over, around and under the vehicle, with minimal turbulence. The bumpers and wheel arches feature air slits, inlets and outlets to assist the efficient flow of air.In addition, the center of the QX50 roof is subtly recessed towards the rear of the car, and the side spoiler (connecting the sides of the rear spoiler to the rear window) and a defined trailing edge to the rear combination lamps each contribute towards a zero lift design. The available Motion Activated Liftgate allows the keyholder to open the tailgate automatically by waving a foot under the rear bumper, enabling them to open the tailgate even when their hands might be full. The tailgate can also be opened remotely, either from the driver's seat or by pressing a button on the key fob.The QX50 is available in eight exterior colors: Majestic White (premium color), Liquid Platinum, Graphite Shadow, Dynamic Sunstone Red (premium color), Hermosa Blue, Lunar White, Black Obsidian and new Mocha Almond (premium color).A spacious, calm and connected interior
As with the exterior, the design of the QX50 interior deliberately articulates a sense of advanced human artistry. There is also a strong focus on space and functionality, with innovative packaging that creates ideal roominess and flexibility.
The 2020 QX50 is powered by INFINITI's 2.0-liter VC-Turbo, the world's first production variable compression ratio engine – one of the most advanced internal combustion engines ever created. This unique variable compression technology represents a breakthrough in combustion engine design. The engine continually transforms, adjusting its compression ratio to optimize power and fuel efficiency. As a result, it combines the power of a 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline engine with the torque and efficiency of an advanced four-cylinder diesel engine.The VC-Turbo changes its compression ratio seamlessly with an advanced multi-link system, continuously raising or lowering the pistons' reach to transform compression ratio – offering both power and efficiency on demand. A high compression ratio gives greater efficiency, but in certain applications poses the risk of premature combustion (knocking). A low compression ratio allows for greater power and torque, and it avoids knocking.In operation, the VC-Turbo engine offers any compression ratio between 8:1 (for high performance) and 14:1 (for high efficiency). The engine delivers 268 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 280 lb-ft of torque at 4,400 rpm. The VC-Turbo's specific power output is higher than many competing turbocharged gasoline engines, and comes close to the performance of some V6 gasoline engines. The unit's single-scroll turbo ensures immediate accelerator responses on demand.Equipped with the VC-Turbo engine, the 2020 QX50 is competitively efficient and delivers fuel economy of 26 mpg combined for front-wheel drive and 25 mpg combined for all-wheel drive models.Other highlights of the VC-Turbo include compact packaging and weight-saving technologies. The engine block and cylinder head are cast in lightweight aluminum alloy, while the transformative multi-link components are manufactured in high-carbon steel alloy. Compared to INFINITI's 3.5-liter VQ V6 engine, the 2.0-liter VC-Turbo weighs about 40 pounds less and requires less space in the engine bay.The engine employs the world's first multi-link system and an electric motor with a unique Harmonic Drive reduction gear to transform its compression ratio. The electric motor is connected to the Harmonic Drive with a control arm; as the Harmonic Drive rotates, the control shaft at the base of the engine rotates, moving the multi-link system within the engine. As the angle of the multi-link arms changes, it adjusts the top-dead-center position of the pistons – and the compression ratio with them. An eccentric control shaft changes the compression ratio of all the cylinders at the same time. As a result, the engine capacity varies between 1,997 cc (for a low 8:1 ratio) and 1,970 cc (high 14:1 ratio).The VC-Turbo engine combines a number of existing INFINITI technologies to realize its variable nature. The engine employs both multi-point injection and gasoline direct injection to balance efficiency and power in all conditions:
•Gasoline direct injection improves combustion efficiency and performance, and enables the engine to avoid knocking at higher compression ratios
•Multi-point injection mixes fuel and air earlier, enabling complete combustion in the chamber for greater efficiency at low engine loadsThe engine switches between both at regular engine speeds, with both sets of injectors able to work in conjunction under higher loads.INFINITI's low-friction mirror bore coating contributes to a 44-percent reduction in cylinder friction, allowing the engine to rotate more smoothly. The coating is applied to the cylinder walls by a plasma jet, then hardened and honed to create ultra-smooth cylinder walls.The QX50's 2.0-liter VC-Turbo engine also employs the world's first active engine mount vibration damping system, called an Active Torque Rod, to reduce engine noise even further. The QX50 is the only vehicle in its class to offer this kind of technology.
Intuitive ProPILOT Assist and Direct Adaptive Steering
The 2020 QX50 offers available ProPILOT Assist, as well as the first crossover and first front-wheel drive application of Direct Adaptive Steering, which is now in its fourth-generation. Both technologies are key elements in INFINITI's vision for driver assistance technologies that allow drivers to retain ultimate control over their vehicles.ProPILOT is the umbrella term under which all future INFINITI driver assist technologies will be based and represents the first step in their development. These technologies are designed to support the driver in identifying and responding to other road users and potential hazards. Drawing on inputs from radar and camera to read the road ahead and monitor the position of vehicles in front, the system allows the car to react accordingly. The framework that underpins ProPILOT will be developed in the future with a series of new functionalities.As the first in a potential suite of driver-assist technologies, ProPILOT Assist is designed to help the driver control acceleration, braking and steering during single-lane highway driving. ProPILOT Assist takes over single-lane driving operation at the push of a button, and the driver can choose to let the car operate on his or her behalf in stop-and-go traffic. The technologies that make up the ProPILOT Assist system include Direct Adaptive Steering and Intelligent Cruise Control.The 2020 QX50 offers two adaptive steering systems: rack-electric power steering and the fourth-generation version of INFINITI's Direct Adaptive Steering - a steer-by-wire system that supports driver assist technologies by providing smooth operation, allowing for more direct steering responses and easy maneuverability.The Direct Adaptive Steering system has been tuned to provide greater customizability in the QX50, with less negative steering and road surface feedback. The electronic connection gives the driver instantaneous steering responses, for a linear and secure driving experience.Direct Adaptive Steering works with ProPILOT Assist to enable a range of single-lane driver assistance functions. The steer-by-wire system links with the driver assistance function to provide intelligent lane-keeping when driving in a straight line and through curves, while offering drivers precise, high-feedback steering with ProPILOT Assist turned off.The rack-electric power steering system is a rack-and-pinion configuration, supported by an electric motor. It offers a natural build-up in the level of steering effort required from the driver as speeds increase, while enabling measured and linear steering responses at low steering angles.Both steering systems are adaptive, empowering drivers to tailor steering characteristics to their individual preferences via the Drive Mode Selector.Safety, security and driver-assistance updates include a wide range of advanced technologies that are now standard on all 2020 QX50 grade levels: Rear Automatic Braking (replaces previous Backup Collision Intervention), Blind Spot Warning, Lane Departure Warning, Forward Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, High Beam Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and rear parking sensors. Traffic Sign Recognition has been added to the ProACTIVE Package.Other available technology includes an available Around View Monitor (AVM), which offers a 360-degree overhead view of the space around the QX50 – displayed on the center console screen – to aid parking in tight spaces. Moving Object Detection works in tandem with AVM to alert the driver of people or objects that move into proximity of the vehicle. Four parking sensors in each of the front and rear bumpers (eight in total) make the QX50 even easier to park.Additional notable safety features available to 2020 QX50 buyers include pre-crash seat belt technology, Adaptive Front lighting System with high beam assist, a tire inflation indicator and lighter steering for certain parking situations.An all-new platform, advanced all-wheel drive technology
The QX50's all-new platform provides ideal underpinnings with superior levels of space, flexibility, ride sophistication and structural integrity. The platform's front-engine, front-wheel drive layout is engineered with flexibility of application in mind, setting new standards for refinement, rigidity and interior space in the compact luxury crossover segment.
The 2020 INFINITI QX50 luxury mid-size crossover is now offered in five well-equipped grade levels and in a choice of front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.The 2020 QX50 PÚRE comes equipped with standard features and equipment including the 2.0-liter VC-Turbo engine, paddle shifters, 19-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, LED headlamps and LED signature Daytime Running Lights, leatherette seats, Intelligent Key, power liftgate, INFINITI InTouch dual display system, Forward Emergency Braking with pedestrian detection, Predictive Forward Collision Warning, High Beam Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Rear Automatic Braking, rear parking sensors, Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ and much more.The QX50 LÚXE model adds the power panoramic moonroof, LED fog lamps, roof rails, auto-dimming rearview mirror, remote engine start, HomeLink® universal transceiver and more.The 2020 QX50 ESSENTIAL model includes INFINITI InTouch with Navigation and INFINITI InTouch Services, Around View Monitor with Moving Object Detection, heated outside mirrors, heated front seats, front parking sensors and more.The new QX50 SENSORY model adds 20-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, Bose® Performance Series audio system, leather-appointed seats, heated steering wheel, Distance Control Assist, Intelligent Cruise Control, Blind Spot Intervention, Lane Departure Intervention, 'Ice Cube' LED headlights, Adaptive Front lighting System and more.Finally, the new 2020 QX50 Autograph model includes ProPILOT Assist technology, Head-Úp Display, Direct Active Steering, climate-controlled seats, Tri-zone Climate Control, Traffic Sign Recognition, Motion Activated Liftgate, semi-aniline leather-appointed seating and more.Also available are eight special option packages, including Heated Seats Package, Navigation Package, Convenience Package, ProASSIST Package, Climate Package, ProACTIVE Package, Premium White Leather Package and Tow Package.Source - Infiniti
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