Infiniti QX30

Infiniti QX30 (H15)
Infiniti QX30 2.0t AWD (US)
Overview
ManufacturerInfiniti (Nissan)
Production2016–2019[1]
Model years2017–2019[1]
AssemblyUnited Kingdom: Sunderland (NMUK)[2]
DesignerHirohisa Ono (2010)[3]
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact luxury crossover SUV
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
PlatformModular Front Architecture[4]
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission7-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,700 mm (106.3 in)[2]
Length4,425 mm (174.2 in)
Width1,815 mm (71.5 in)
Height1,470–1,530 mm (57.9–60.2 in)
Kerb weight1,490–1,530 kg (3,285–3,373 lb)

The Infiniti QX30 is a subcompact luxury crossover SUV manufactured and marketed by Nissan's Infiniti luxury brand. It is heavily based on the Q30 hatchback with modifications mainly in its ride height in order for it to be marketed as a crossover. Both the Q30 and the QX30 are based on the first-generation Mercedes-Benz GLA and the third-generation Mercedes-Benz A-Class. The QX30 was manufactured from 2016 to mid-2019, at the same time the brand withdrew from Europe altogether.[1]

Concept model

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The QX30 Concept featured 21-inch wheels, large tires, and increased blackout around the wheel opening, with a satin chrome front bumper.[5] It was introduced at the 2015 Geneva International Motor Show,[6] followed by the 2015 New York International Auto Show.[7]

Production model

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Rear view

Based on the Infiniti Q30, the QX30 includes redesigned front and rear bumpers, grained side sills, as well as bodywork finished with satin chrome plated inserts with metallic finish along with an increased ride height. The QX30 was unveiled at the 2015 Los Angeles Motor Show and the 2015 Auto Guangzhou,[8][9][10] followed by the 2016 Geneva Motor Show.[11]

US and Canada models went on sale in the middle of 2016 as model year 2017 vehicles, with a 2.0 liter turbocharged four cylinder engine with 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, followed by Mexico and Latin America in the second half of 2016.[12][13]

European models went on sale in the summer of 2016. Early models included 2.2d AWD with 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.[14]

Engines

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Specs
Model Years Type/code Power Torque
Petrol
2.0t
2.0t AWD		 2016–2019 1,991 cc (121 cu in) turbo I4
(Mercedes-Benz M 270 DE 20 AL)		 211 PS (155 kW; 208 hp) at 5,500 rpm 350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft) at 1,200–4,000 rpm
Diesel
2.2d AWD 2016–2019 2,143 cc (131 cu in) turbo I4
(Mercedes-Benz OM 651 DE 22 LA)		 170 PS (125 kW; 168 hp) at 3,400–4,000 rpm 350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft) at 1,400–3,400 rpm

Production

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The QX30 was assembled in Sunderland, United Kingdom, with the engines assembled in Germany.

Marketing

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As part of QX30 launch in the United Kingdom, a QX30 with 48,000 copper tacks adhered to half of the QX30's bodywork was unveiled in the 2016 London Art Fair at the Islington Business Center.[15]

References

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  1. ^ a b c Capparella, Joey (12 March 2019). "The Infiniti QX30 Gets the Axe as Nissan's Luxury Division Exits the Western European Market". Car and Driver. Retrieved 12 March 2019.
  2. ^ a b "2017 Infiniti QX30 Press Kit". 13 July 2016. Archived from the original on 8 April 2017. Retrieved 16 August 2016.
  3. ^ Woodward, Lyn (19 April 2017). "10 Questions With Hirohisa Ono, Director of Infiniti Design". Automobile Magazine. Retrieved 11 October 2017.
  4. ^ What Nissan learned from Mercedes for Infiniti Q30 production
  5. ^ "Stylish and Capable: Infiniti QX30 Concept debuts in Geneva". Archived from the original on 2017-03-11. Retrieved 2018-11-19.
  6. ^ "Infiniti reveals QX30 Concept at Geneva International Motor Show". Archived from the original on 2018-10-19. Retrieved 2018-11-19.
  7. ^ "Infiniti QX30 Concept makes North American debut in New York". Archived from the original on 2018-10-19. Retrieved 2018-11-19.
  8. ^ Infiniti QX30: a premium active crossover for all purposes
  9. ^ "インフィニティ「QX30」をロサンゼルスオートショーと広州国際モーターショーにて初公開 ～あらゆる運転シーンを満たすプレミアムアクティブクロスオーバー～". Archived from the original on 2017-05-10. Retrieved 2016-08-16.
  10. ^ "进军紧凑型豪华SUV市场 英菲尼迪QX30将于2015广州车展全球同步首发". Archived from the original on 2018-10-19. Retrieved 2017-01-30.
  11. ^ "Infiniti Q60 sports coupe and QX30 premium active crossover set to make European debut at Geneva Motor Show". Archived from the original on 2018-10-19. Retrieved 2018-11-19.
  12. ^ Ewing, Steven .J. (29 December 2015). "The Infiniti Q30 is dead! Long live the Infiniti QX30!". Auto Blog. Auto Blog. Retrieved 20 June 2016.
  13. ^ INFINITI announces U.S. pricing for all-new 2017 QX30 premium active crossover
  14. ^ "Infiniti QX30: Full range prices available now". Archived from the original on 2016-08-17. Retrieved 2016-08-16.
  15. ^ "Infiniti QX30 car-art displayed at London Art Fair". Archived from the original on 2016-09-21. Retrieved 2016-09-11.
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