INFINITI changed the way it named its cars this year, and the midsize INFINITI Q70 sedan is a direct descendent of the former M. It’s available in rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive models, and all models use a 7-speed automatic transmission mated to a V6 or V8 engine.
The Q70 is also available as a hybrid model.
A new name heads the list of changes this year. An oil cooler, and new shocks/spring configurations are added to rear-drive Sport models.
Your preferred engine and drive type determines which trim level you choose:
The base Q70 features a 3.7-liter 330-horsepower V6. Standard features are numerous, and include active noise control, rain-sensing windshield wipers, 7-inch color display, leather seating, heated front seats, Bluetooth, keyless entry and rear-wheel drive.
Q70 5.6 is equipped with a 5.6-liter V8 that produces 420 horsepower. The senior Q70 comes with navigation, climate-controlled seats, a Bose 10-speaker sound system, and a 9.3 GB hard drive.
Option packages enable customization:
There's a vast difference in price between starting prices for 3.7 and 5.6 models. The latter comes with lots of extras as standard equipment, though, so don't automatically opt for the 3.7 because it's the "cheaper" car—by the time it's equipped like a 5.6, the difference might not be as great.
