Right now Infinity QX60 The three-row SUV is an important product, selling more examples each year than any other model of the brand. But in terms of driving enthusiasm, it’s something of a stuffed shirt, a little more than that. Nissan Pathfinder With some added chrome and glaze. That may change if the Infinity QX60 monograph is a close preview of the next pay generation midsize crossover.

As a monograph, this QX60 is best described as a prototype rather than a build-ready model. Still, Infinity says the design sets the tone for this Next pay generation QX60, Which the company will announce in 2021. In particular, the monograph is a preview of the proportions and design elements of the SUV, allowing us to make some assumptions about the production model.

Bold new form factor

While the current QX60 is vaguely like a minivan, with an opaque front end and a large greenhouse, the Monograph is an avid SUV design. There is a straight front grille that leads to an almost horizontal hood, while the long wheelbase and tapered greenhouse shape give the prototype a more formal formal, traditional design. Deny anyone there Lincoln Aviator Performance, especially the shape of D-pillars and roof spoilers, but overall, the monograph is a bigger improvement than the 2020 QX60.

Muscular arm lending is the larger, more obvious fenders. The front wheel arches of the bead sit under the hood when viewed in profile, while the rear fenders evolve from the upset rocker panel. Taken together, the bodywork emphasizes the added width of the QX60 monograph. The big wheels (filled with Infinity-script wordmarks) fill the fenders well, again highlighting the bold trend of the prototype.

Between the arches is a strong, sharp, horizontal character line that starts a few inches below the front fenders and disappears only after crossing the bottom of the rear fenders. Infinity says the feature visually elevates the center of gravity, giving the QX60 monograph a low, abundant look. Looking at the side of the body from the front or back, the horizontal line is a bit absurd and distracting, though. We want it to be a little more integrated into the fenders.

There aren’t many complaints about the QX60’s elegant, softly contracted rear end. The license plate rotates from the hatch to the bumper, eating the chrome trim of the current SUV between the lights from the mounting process. Adding visual width is the function of a dark tinted tail light element that extends from corner to corner, booked at the top and bottom by the Infinity logo and wordmark. It’s a very cleaner design that looks very premium, while also retaining brand design hints like wing-shaped lighting and a huge Infinity script.

Exclusive lighting

One of the most interesting design features of the QX60 monograph is its new lighting. Presented in LEDs, the head- and taillights capture the new “digital piano key” motto, with translucent icle lines separating daytime running lamps. The front and rear lighting also get a unique welcome animation, with light emitted from the front symbol illuminated above the headlights and sideview mirror turn signal.

Attractive details

The QX60 monograph has a new greenhouse shape that removes the roof column behind Infinity’s “crescent cut” – at least in principle. However, the unique, tweezer-like design of the window trim conspires with the rear spoiler, to give the old design cue a stronger backbone. Everything above the beltline has turned black, making the chrome window and the roof rails stand out more.

The monograph also promotes many clear Japanese themes, starting with Japan’s three-dimensional, origami-inspired composition. Frequent in the front bumper air inlet, the grille design is unusual and attractive, although it resembles a Lexus spindle grille somewhat. And even though we haven’t seen it on the monograph yet, Infinity says that the panoramic roof folds like a kimono (whatever that means).

Under the skin

Unfortunately, Infinity did not publish images of the interior, but Current QX50 small SUV The right idea of ​​what to expect should be given. The Infinity Intouch infotainment system has potential, and as a good two screen setups out there, it’s good for us. Top-spec m models On the dello, expect wide sweaters with contrasting colors and stitched quilted leather, the possibility of open hole wood trim and suede accents.

The powertrain of the monograph is also a mystery and unfortunately, it is difficult to solve by guessing. It is possible that the current QX60 will donate a front-drive-biased architecture, -.- liter V, and its successor to a continuous variable transmission, which we think is embarrassing about how sporty it looks. We look forward to a selection of engines, starting with the company’s novelty Turbocharged 2.0-liter variable-compression four-cylinder engine. Currently found in the QX50 (where it makes 268 horsepower and 280 pounds feet, or 200 kilowatts and 380 Newton-meters), it will serve as a good entry into the three-row SUV family.

The high-trim models can get the turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 of the Q50 sedan, producing 300 hp (224 kW) and 295 lb-ft (400 nm). The QX60 can also receive Nissan’s new 3.8-liter V6, which has recently been found Frontier shop, Where it makes 310 hp (231 kW) and 281 lb-ft (381 nm). Continuous variable transmission is expected, although we prefer to see the brand’s nine-speed automatic transmission go to the rear-drive platform for the upcoming QQ60.

Will the QX60 monograph make it into construction?

After unveiling the monograph prototype in metal, Infiniti said it is targeting the 2021 launch date for the production-ready QX60 – we think it should arrive in time for the 2022 model year. But when the new crossover comes here, will it look like this? The last time the company called a design theme “Monograph, ”He was on the preview Facelift 2018 QX80, Which is watered down to go from the show stage to the showroom.

But this QX60 design study seems more likely than those prototypes than those mirrors, product-friendly wheels and headlights that look ready for dark country roads. As such, it is possible that the next pay-generation three-row crossover will look like a QX60 monograph. And in the three-row luxury SUV segment – strong Lexus RX L., A rumored new Acura MDX, and upstarts like it Hyundai Palisade calligraphy – Infinity will want to move quickly to advance its entry. If it looks anything like a monograph, the 2022 Infinity QX60 is guaranteed to continue its sales streak for the brand.

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