Handsome and athletic, the 2019 Infiniti Q50 is a sharp luxury sedan alternative to higher priced Germans.
Pros Attractive design Good powertrain options Potent turbocharged V-6 Room for four adults Standard automatic emergency braking
Cons Finicky dual-screen infotainment system Loses value in top trims No electrified powertrain available Losing ground to crossovers
For 2019, Infiniti has simplified the Q50's trim levels, offering just one version of the 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder (available with either rear- or all-wheel drive).Streamlined model lineup.Forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking are now standard.
Pros Turbocharged V6 engines pack plenty of power and excitement Many high-tech entertainment and safety features come standard For a small luxury sedan, it offers a pretty roomy trunk
Cons Infotainment system isn't as user-friendly as many others Interior design looks dated and plain Allows significant road noise into the cabin Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are unavailable
The 2019 Infiniti Q50 ranked #15 in Luxury Small Cars. Currently the Infiniti Q50 has a score of 8.0 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 43 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Potent optional V6 engines Agile handling Comfortable seats
Cons Not as athletic as some competitors Below-average fuel economy Dual-screen infotainment interface has a learning curve
The 2018 BMW X3 ventures into M territory, but doesn’t lose sight of its SUV duties.
Pros Nimble, sedan-like handling Excellent interior space and storage Great turbo-6 powertrain Standard all-wheel drive M40i a blast to drive
Cons Base 6.5-inch infotainment display Forward-collision warnings an option World’s most expensive Apple CarPlay Off-road? More all-weather
Though it has sporty handling, powerful engines, and roomy seats, the fully redesigned 2018 BMW X3 is only a midpack luxury compact SUV. Its drawbacks include a higher-than-average starting price and fewer standard features than the competition.
Pros Agile handling Strong engine lineup Spacious cargo area and cabin Premium interior
Cons Above-average starting price Minimal standard luxury features
