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For Immediate Release
Infiniti ā Whatās New for 2016
For 2016, the Infiniti lineup in the United States expands once again, literally, with
a new longer, roomier Infiniti QX50 premium crossover. With its wheelbase
extended 3.2-inches, the 2016 QX50 offers greatly increased rear passenger room,
as well as additional cargo space. It also features new exterior styling.
There are additional changes in store for 2016, starting with the addition of a new
2.0-liter turbo 4-cylinder engine for the Infiniti Q50 sports sedan available in the
winter of 2016. Other Infiniti Q50 enhancements will be announced at the North
American International Auto Show in January. In addition, revisions to the Infiniti
QX60 luxury crossover will be announced at that time.
The Infiniti QX80 full-size SUV keeps it fresh for 2016 with a new Signature
Edition, which includes Driver Assistance and Split Bench packages, Saddle Tan
high-contrast interior, bodyside moldings and chrome mirror caps. The QX80
Special Edition is limited to just 1,000 units. The iconic Infiniti QX70 performance
crossover enters the new model year unchanged.
And, following the introduction last year of the new Infiniti Q70 long-wheelbase
model, the flagship Q70 sedan enters the 2016 model year with a new Premium
Select Edition package for the standard wheelbase models, featuring unique
exterior and interior accents, unique 20-inch aluminum-alloy wheels and a rear
decklid spoiler.
Once again in 2016, all Infiniti vehicles come with Infiniti Personal Assistantā¢, a
live 24/7 personal concierge service, included free of charge for the first 12 months
of ownership. Itās part of Infinitiās Total Ownership ExperienceĀ®
, which promises
a uniquely enjoyable buying and ownership package ā supported by features such
as service loan cars, roadside assistance and trip interruption benefits. [For more
information please visit InfinitiUSA.com.]
The enhancements for the 2016 model year are only the beginning. New production
models based on the Q30 and QX30 Concepts are currently in development. The
2017 Infiniti QX30 premium active crossover and 2017 Infiniti Q30 premium
active compact are both expected to be available in late spring/early summer 2016,
followed by the 2017 Infiniti Q60 coupe in late summer/early fall 2016. Full details
on these vehicles will be available at a later date. As part of the transition to the
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new lineup, the current Q60 Coupe and Q60 Convertible are ending their production
cycles, as is the Q40 Sedan.
Key changes to the 2016 Infiniti lineup include, but are not limited to, the following:
Infiniti Q40
Production of the Q40 ceased in 2015. The Q30 premium compact will be the new
entry-level model for the Infiniti brand when it arrives in showrooms in late
spring/early summer 2016.
2016 Infiniti Q50
ā¢ Enhanced powertrain and model offerings, including a new 2.0-liter turbo 4-
cylinder engine
ā¢ Additional details to be announced later in 2015
ā¢ Expected availability: Winter
Infiniti Q60
There will be no 2016 Q60. The 2017 Q60 ā based on the Q60 Concept shown in
early 2015 ā will be available in late-summer/early fall 2016.
2016 Infiniti Q70
ā¢ New Premium Select Edition available on standard wheelbase models (except
Hybrid)
ā¢ Offered in five Q70 models: Q70 5.6, Q70 5.6 AWD, Q70 Hybrid, Q70 3.7,
Q70 3.7 AWD
ā¢ Offered in four Q70L Long- Wheelbase models: Q70L 5.6, Q70L 5.6 AWD,
Q70L 3.7 and Q70L 3.7 AWD
ā¢ Expected availability: November 2015
2016 Infiniti QX50
ā¢ Standard wheelbase extended by 3.2 inches, resulting in significantly
increased rear seat roominess ā including 4.3 inches of additional legroom
and 3.9 inches of added rear knee room
ā¢ Overall, passenger volume has been increased by 8.3 cubic feet, including an
additional 2.7 cubic feet of cargo capacity
ā¢ Revised exterior with new LED Daytime Running Lights and LED fog lights, a
new side sill design, a new rear fascia and LED side mirror turn signals
ā¢ New 19-inch wheel design
ā¢ New Premium Plus option package added, featuring Infiniti Navigation
System, Around ViewĀ®
Monitor (AVM), Streaming audio via BluetoothĀ®
, and
Front and Rear Sonar System
ā¢ Power moonroof now standard on all models
ā¢ Heated front seats now standard on all models
ā¢ One new exterior color added (seven total): Hagane Blue
ā¢ Offered in two models: QX50 and QX50 AWD
ā¢ Expected availability: September 2015
2016 Infiniti QX60
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ā¢ Details of the 2016 QX60 will be announced at the North American
International Auto Show in January 2016
ā¢ Expected availability: Spring 2016
2016 Infiniti QX70
ā¢ No major enhancements for new model year
ā¢ Available now
2016 Infiniti QX80
ā¢ New QX80 Signature Edition ā includes Driver Assistance and Split Bench
packages, Saddle Tan high-contrast interior, bodyside moldings, chrome mirror
caps; limited to 1,000 units (late availability)
ā¢ One new exterior color for QX80 Limited: Hermosa Blue (replaces Liquid
Platinum)
ā¢ Offered in three models: QX80, QX80 AWD and QX80 AWD Limited
ā¢ Expected availability: October 2015
Following are features and specification summaries on each 2016 Infiniti
model.
2016 Infiniti Q50
Summary Entering its third year in 2016, the Infiniti Q50 again offers
distinctive design, engaging performance, worldās first
technologies and unmatched levels of connectivity and
personalization.
Details on the enhancements will be available at a later date.
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2016 Infiniti Q70
Summary Infinitiās flagship sedan features a refined exterior and interior,
advanced safety technology and a choice of standard and
extended wheelbase (Q70L) models. It is offered in a choice of
5.6-liter V8 and 3.7-liter V6 gasoline engines and a 3.5-liter
V6/electric motor hybrid, along with RWD and AWD.
Models/grades Five Q70 models: Q70 5.6, Q70 5.6 AWD, Q70 Hybrid,
Q70 3.7, Q70 3.7 AWD
Four Q70L Long-Wheelbase models: Q70L 5.6, Q70L 5.6
AWD, Q70L 3.7 and Q70L 3.7 AWD
Options/Packages Premium, Deluxe Touring, Sport, AWD Sport, Sport Touring,
Technology, Performance Tire & Wheel, Premium Select
Edition
Powertrains 420-horsepower 5.6-liter DOHC 24-valve V8 (416 horsepower
for Long-Wheelbase models), 330-horsepower 3.7-liter DOHV
24-valve V6, 360-horsepower (net) Infiniti Direct Response
Hybridā¢ System with 3.5-liter V6, 50 kW electric motor and
Lithium-ion battery
Transmission 7-speed automatic
Drive configuration Rear-wheel or Infiniti Intelligent All-Wheel Drive System (Q70
Hybrid rear-wheel drive only)
Suspension Independent double-wishbone front, multi-link rear
Fuel economy
City/highway/combined
18/26/21 mpg 3.7 / 3.7L 7AT RWD
18/24/20 mpg 3.7 7AT AWD
17/24/20 mpg 3.7L 7AT AWD
29/34/31 mpg 3.5L Hybrid 7AT RWD
16/24/19 mpg 5.6 / 5.6L 7AT RWD
16/23/18 mpg 5.6 / 5.6L 7AT AWD
Key features Standard Japanese Ash wood trim (available silver powdered
genuine White Ash wood trim), Infiniti Intelligent Key with
Push Button Ignition, SiriusXM Satellite Radio (SiriusXM
Satellite Radio subscription required, sold separately),
BluetoothĀ®
Hands-free Phone System, power sliding glass
tinted moonroof and available premium audio and climate
control systems
Key technology Infiniti Drive Mode Selector, Active Noise Control, Blind Spot
Warning (BSW), Blind Spot InterventionĀ®
(BSI), Eco Pedal,
Active Trace Control, Infiniti Navigation System, BoseĀ®
Studio
SurroundĀ®
premium audio system, Intelligent Cruise Control
(Full-Speed Range), Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and Lane
Departure Prevention (LDP) systems, Distance Control Assist
(DCA), Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) with Forward Collision
Warning (FCW), Front Pre-Crash Seat Belts, Forward
Emergency Braking (FEB) and Backup Collision Intervention
(BCI)
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2016 Infiniti QX50
Summary The Infiniti QX50 once again combines a sleek, sculpted,
elegant exterior design, exhilarating driving performance and
an engaging interior environment. Along with the addition of
3.2 inches to the wheelbase, the 2016 Infiniti QX50 also
features a revised exterior that brings its design closer in look
and feel to other Infiniti models such as the sporty Q50 sedan.
Standard content has also been increased, including the
addition of a moonroof for all models.
Models/grades QX50, QX50 AWD
Options/Packages Premium, Premium Plus, Deluxe Touring, Technology
Powertrains 325-horsepower 3.7-liter V6
Transmission 7-speed automatic with Adaptive Shift Control (ASC) and
manual shift mode with Downshift Rev Matching
Drive configuration Rear-wheel drive or Infiniti Intelligent All-Wheel Drive System
Suspension Independent double-wishbone front, multi-link rear
Fuel economy
City/highway/combined
17/24/20 mpg 3.7-liter V6 RWD and AWD
Key features Standard leather-appointed seating, Intelligent Key with push
button start, BluetoothĀ®
Hands-Free Phone System; available
advanced audio systems, power up-folding 2nd
row seat, power
sliding tinted glass moonroof, auto-dimming inside mirror with
HomeLinkĀ®
Universal Transceiver, maple interior accents,
power tilt and telescopic steering column, heated front seats,
Infiniti Navigation, BoseĀ®
11-speaker Premium Audio system
Key technology Available Blind Spot Warning (BSW), Around ViewĀ®
Monitor,
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and Lane Departure
Prevention (LDP), Intelligent Cruise Control (Full-Speed
Range), Distance Control Assist (DCA) and Intelligent Brake
Assist (IBA) with Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
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2016 Infiniti QX60
Summary The popular 3-row / 7-passenger Infiniti QX60 is designed to
push the boundaries of what a luxury crossover can be. Its
unique features include exceptional seating flexibility and easy
access to the roomy 3rd
row (without having to remove a 2nd
row child seat). Available advanced technology includes Infiniti
Connection and Backup Collision Interventionā¢ (BCI) system.
More details on the 2016 QX60 will be available at a later
date.
Models/grades To be announced
Options/Packages To be announced.
Powertrains 265-horsepower 3.5-liter V6 or 230-horsepower 2.5-liter
DOHC supercharged 4-cylinder gasoline engine with 15 kW
electric motor, Lithium-ion battery and Infiniti Direct Response
HybridĀ®
system (250 total system horsepower)
Transmission Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) with manual shift
mode
Drive configuration Front-wheel drive or Infiniti Intelligent All-Wheel Drive System
Suspension Independent double-wishbone front, multilink rear
Fuel economy
City/highway/combined
To be announced
Key features Emotive styling and craftsmanship, large overall passenger
and rear cargo volume, access to 3rd
row without removing a
2nd
row child seat, Infiniti Connectionā¢ and Infiniti Personal
Assistantā¢, extensive safety and security technologies,
available BoseĀ®
Cabin SurroundĀ®
15-speaker sound system
with digital 5.1-channel decoding and Acoustic Waveguide
subwoofer
Key technology Around ViewĀ®
Monitor with Moving Object Detection (MOD),
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and Lane Departure
Prevention (LDP), Intelligent Cruise Control (Full-Speed
Range), Distance Control Assist (DCA), Intelligent Brake Assist
(IBA) with Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Active Trace
Control, Backup Collision Intervention (BCI), Front Pre-Crash
Seat Belts
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2016 Infiniti QX70
Summary A fusion of craftsmanship, performance and SUV utility. Its
aggressive styling and personalized driverās cockpit serve
notice of its performance underpinnings, with its long hood,
stretched wheelbase, short front and rear overhangs and
available 21-inch wheels and tires.
Models/grades QX70, QX70 AWD
Options/Packages Premium, Deluxe Touring, Sport, Technology
Powertrain 325-horsepower 3.7-liter V6
Transmission 7-speed automatic with Adaptive Shift Control and available
solid magnesium paddle shifters
Drive configuration Rear-wheel drive or Infiniti Intelligent All-Wheel Drive System
Suspension Independent double-wishbone front, multi-link rear
Fuel economy
City/highway/combined
17/24/19 mpg 3.7-liter V6 RWD
16/22/18 mpg 3.7-liter V6 AWD
Key features Driver-oriented cockpit with intuitive controls, available sport
seating, 11-speaker BoseĀ®
Premium Audio System, Infiniti
Intelligent Key, Infiniti Navigation System, 8-inch color touch-
screen display
Key technology Available Intelligent Cruise Control (Full-Speed Range),
Distance Control Assist (DCA), Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
and Lane Departure Prevention (LDP), Intelligent Brake Assist
(IBA) with Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Around ViewĀ®
Monitor and Moving Object Detection (MOD)
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2016 Infiniti QX80
Summary The Infiniti QX80 offers an unmatched combination of power,
strength and premium style ā capable of transporting up to
eight adults and their belongings with spacious elegance. In
addition to the ultra-premium QX80 Limited, a new Signature
Edition joins the lineup for the 2016 model year (limited to
1000 total units).
Models/grades QX80, QX80 AWD and QX80 AWD Limited
Options/Packages Driver Assistance, Theater, 22-inch Wheel, Split Bench Seat,
Deluxe Technology, Signature Edition
Powertrains Standard 5.6-liter V8 engine with Infinitiās VVEL (Variable
Valve Event & Lift) technology and Direct Injection Gasoline
(DIGā¢), rated at 400-horsepower and 413 lb-ft of torque
Transmission 7-speed automatic
Drive configuration Rear-wheel or Infiniti Intelligent All-Wheel Drive System
Suspension Independent double-wishbone front and rear, with Dual Flow
PathĀ®
twin tube shock absorbers, stabilizer bars and automatic
rear self-leveling system (air), available Hydraulic Body Motion
Control system
Fuel economy
City/highway/combined
To be announced
Key features A high-stiffness frame structure that enhances ride comfort
while reducing noise, vibration and harshness, 8,500-pound
towing capacity (when properly equipped), standard 7-
passenger seating, up to 8-passenger seating capacity with
available 2nd
row 60/40-split-folding bench seat (replaces 2nd
row captainās chairs and center console), leather-appointed
seating for all three rows, available perforated semi-aniline
leather seating surfaces, standard Infiniti Navigation System,
Around ViewĀ®
Monitor with Moving Object Detection, BoseĀ®
13-speaker Premium Audio System and available BoseĀ®
Cabin
SurroundĀ®
Sound System with digital 5.1 decoding and 15
speakers, available Theater Package with dual 7-inch color
monitors
Key technology Available Intelligent Cruise Control, Lane Departure Warning
and Lane Departure Prevention, Distance Control Assist,
Intelligent Brake Assist with Forward Collision Warning, Blind
Spot Warning and Blind Spot InterventionĀ®
, Front Pre-Crash
Seatbelts, Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS) with auto-
leveling headlights, Backup Collision Intervention, Predictive
Forward Collision Warning (PFCW), High Beam Assist, LED
headlights and fog lights
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About Infiniti:
Infiniti Motor Company Ltd. is headquartered in Hong Kong with sales operations in over
50 countries. The Infiniti brand was launched in 1989. Its range of premium automobiles
is currently built in manufacturing facilities in Japan, the United States and China.
Production in the UK will start in 2015, bringing with it significant expansion of the
brandās portfolio. Infiniti plans to also expand manufacturing into Mexico by 2017.
As the Title Partner and Vehicle Performance Partner of Infiniti Red Bull Racing, Infiniti
has a far-reaching technical collaboration with the four-time FIA Formula One World
Championship winning Team.
More information about Infiniti, its Total Ownership ExperienceĀ® and its industry leading
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