Infiniti Introduces 3 New Engine Options for 2016 Q50 Sports Sedan

Here’s another reason to get excited about the upcoming release of 2016 Q50 Sports Sedan. Infiniti recently announced the introduction of a trio of powerful turbo engines that will be available in the Q50 for the first time ever. New options include:

• 300- or 400-horsepower 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6
• 208-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder
• Hybrid gas-and-battery powered 3.5-liter V6

The engines all match performance and efficiency, achieving the best fuel economy while offering that same advanced sports sedan driving that has made the Q50 a favorite in the class.

The All-New V6 Available in the 2016 Q50

Infiniti is calling the new turbo-charged V6 its “most advanced” 6-cylinder yet, and the reason is simple. The 3.0-liter – which is available with two different tunes (300 or 400 horsepower) – expertly matches performance and torque with improved fuel economy.

For starters, Infiniti says the new engine has improved fuel economy by about 7 percent, compared to previous versions. Plus, output has been maximized. The higher-output version delivers 400 horsepower and 350 pound-feet of torque. In other words, the sedan’s power-to-efficiency ratio has been greatly improved. How? Infiniti added an updated speed sensor for the turbine and redesigned turbine blade, which enables the turbine to revolve faster. This results in enhanced power and torque.

2.0-Liter and Hybrid Powertrains Delivery Impressive Efficiency

If you’re after maximum efficiency, then the Q50’s new 2.0-liter four-cylinder or the 3.0-liter hybrid V6 are the options you should consider. The turbocharged four-cylinder delivers a respectable 208 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque, and it features newly updated fuel injectors that help to maximize output.

Plus, the entire engine block is new and has been completely redesigned to be lighter. Featuring a lighter aluminium block and cylinder head, as well as lighter camshafts, crankcase, and improved crank assembly, the 2.0-liter has greatly reduced friction and improved efficiency. And for even greater energy savings, the four-cylinder Q50 will be available with idle stop-start system for the first time ever.

Finally, the Q50’s hybrid engine merges a 302-horsepower DOHC V6 with a small 50kW lithium-ion battery that delivers 67 horsepower. The result is a net output of 360 horsepower. In other words, this Q50 might be a hybrid, but it still delivers strong acceleration and more confident driving. One reason the drive is so easy: The battery delivers instant torque, which when combined with the V6’s output, acceleration is off the charts. It’s certainly a performance-minded hybrid.

New Handling Technology and Transmissions

The Q50 is getting a trio of new engines, but that’s not all. Infiniti is also releasing a range of advanced driving technology, including Direct Adaptive Steering and Dynamic Digital Suspension, as well as a 7-speed rear-wheel or all-wheel-drive transmission.

Direct Adaptive Steering – which has been rebuilt from previous iterations – allows drivers to completely customize the vehicle’s steering systems. Drivers can choose response and feel levels so that the vehicle handles and drivers just like they want. Additionally, the Dynamic Digital Suspension – available for the first time – boosts the Q50’s ride comfort to the max.

Finally, with the release of the new engines, Infiniti has also unveiled an all-new 7-speed electronic automatic transmission. The transmission is equipped with a range of features including Adaptive Shift Control, which selects gears based on road condition. The transmission also offers distinctive driving mode, as well as your option of rear-wheel or all-wheel-drive configurations.

Interested in the all-new Infiniti Q50 sports sedan? It’s coming soon to Sawgrass Infiniti. If you’d like to pre-order a custom Q50, visit our location in Tamarac, FL today or give us a call.

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