Infiniti Q50 History
History
The Q50 debuted at the 2013 North American International Auto Show as the direct successor to the G37 sedan, sharing its V36-derived rear-drive platform. It launched for the 2014 model year with a 328-hp 3.7-liter V6 and a hybrid option, introducing Infiniti's drive-by-wire Direct Adaptive Steering as a controversial optional feature.
A twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 replaced the naturally aspirated V6 for 2016, available in 300-hp and 400-hp Red Sport 400 configurations. The Q50 was confirmed as discontinued for North America in August 2024, with 2024 its final model year after an eleven-year run.
Body styles
- Sedan
Notable special editions & performance variants
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Q50 Red Sport 400
The top performance variant — a twin-turbo 3.0L V6 making 400 hp, introduced with the 2016 engine refresh.
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