The 2018 Infiniti Q50 is powerful, well-equipped luxury sedan that doesn't quite match up to Germany's finest yet.
Pros Still beautiful following refresh Red Sport 400's engine is stellar Hybrid's efficiency Updated interior impresses
Cons Direct Adaptive Steering isn't great Still doesn't feel as premium as rivals
Infiniti’s artfully sculpted and muscular midsizer, the Q50, but its performance is less scintillating. The 208-hp turbo 2.0-liter inline-four will disappoint enthusiasts, but a 300-hp twin-turbo 3.0-liter V-6 is offered, as is a hybrid powertrain good for 360 hp and 32-mpg highway. All Q50s get a seven-speed automatic and either rear- or all-wheel drive.
Pros Distinctive and attractive exterior, effortless power.
Cons Numb steering, outdated interior layout, imperfect transmission programming.
The 2018 Infiniti Q50 ranked #16 in Luxury Small Cars. Currently the Infiniti Q50 has a score of 8.0 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 44 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Powerful V6 engines Lots of active safety features Above-average trunk space
Cons Dual-screen setup may be confusing for some Poor gas mileage
Plush, safe, and well-equipped, the 2018 Genesis G80 remains a pure luxury sedan, even as rivals get increasingly sporty.
Pros Handsome, both inside and out Warranty, maintenance, valet service Almost all safety equipment standard Supremely quiet and comfortable ride
Cons Ponderous handling Twin-turbo V-6, V-8 not very efficient Limited cargo space Smaller backseat
The 2018 Genesis G80 ranked #2 in Luxury Midsize Cars. Currently the Genesis G80 has a score of 8.8 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 38 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Upscale interior Long list of standard features Below-class-average starting price
Cons Poor fuel economy
Pros Comfortable seats Materials befitting a luxury vehicle Smooth power from base V-6 Lots of room in the backseat Styling is sharp and modern Plethora of standard safety features
Cons Not very exciting to drive Steering too vague Fuel economy lags the rest of the class Lack of charge points in backseat
