Nissan’s luxury division Infiniti created the Q50 back in 2014 to compete with the likes of the BMW 3 Series and the Mercedes-Benz C-class sedans. From the outset, it appears that Infiniti did a good job of creating an executive style that is also surprisingly affordable with a starting price well under $40,000 —- $37,625 if you want to be precise. The 2021 Infiniti Q50 comes in four trim levels: Pure, Luxe, Sensory and Red Sport 400. The Sensory trim is all new for the 2021 model year. The top-end Red Sport 400 carries a heftier starting price tag of $56,775 and this trim is the focus of our piece today. Show 2021 Infiniti Q50 Red Sport 400 InfinitiExterior - In Need Of RefreshThe bold lines, 19-inch alloy wheels, angular headlamp and rear light design and enlarged grille give a stately yet dynamic feel to the Q50 Red Sport 400. Two new colors were also added for the new model year, namely Slate Gray and Grand Blue. It is worth mentioning the Q50 hasn’t seen a major redesign, ever. Even though it’s still a nice car to look at, it’s definitely in need of a full update. ADVERTISEMENT 2021 Infiniti Q50 Red Sport 400 InfinitiInterior - Unique But Needs An UpdateWhat you first notice when you get into any of the trim levels is the generous front-seat legroom, but rear seating is not quite as comfortable, unfortunately. The standard features on the Red Sport 400 are impressive, especially ADAS features (more below), but it’s a shame not to see more of an update on the Q50’s interior. It’s starting to feel a little bit dated, even on the higher trim levels. The materials and fit and finish could also use improvement if they want to compete with the Audi A4, Mercedes-Benz C-Class and BMW 3 Series. 2021 Infiniti Q50 Red Sport 400 ADVERTISEMENT On the inside you get a dual-screen infotainment system, operated from the steering wheel controls, touch or control knob. It supports both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, which is handy, but while it is responsive and nicely presented, it is not the easiest infotainment system to use. Some nice additional features in the Red Sport, however, include a 16-speaker Bose sound system and power-adjustable seats with memory function. 2021 Infiniti Q50 Red Sport 400 InfinitiPowertrain and PerformanceOne area in which Infiniti has definitely got right is the 3.0L V6 engine on the Q50. This standard unit outputs 300 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque paired with a 7-speed automatic transmission. The top-end Red Sport 400 has twin turbochargers, giving a horsepower boost up to 400hp, as well as 350 lb-ft of torque, allowing it to get from 0 to 60 in just 4.5 seconds, which is very impressive for a sedan of this size. The Q50 is available in both RWD and AWD. ADVERTISEMENT 2021 Infiniti Q50 Red Sport 400 InfinitiIt’s a solid engine and the Q50 feels good to drive and performs well, but it has to be said that it’s not the most economical sedan out there. The AWD performs less well at 19 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway. If you compare that to the competition it doesn’t look great. Even the AWD BMW M340i manages 33 mpg, and that is the higher-end variant like the Red Sport 400. 2021 Infiniti Q50 Red Sport 400 InfinitiADVERTISEMENT SafetyWhile not the most efficient, Infiniti has spent a great deal of time and attention on providing you with a safe sedan. Regardless of which trim you might consider, you do have to go above the base-level Pure trim to get the best features, but from the Luxe model up the package is quite generous. The mid-level Luxe comes with a 360-degree camera, adaptive cruise control, automatic high beams, blind spot monitoring and lane departure warning. In the Red Sport 400, you also get rear cross traffic alert and forward emergency braking, too. 2021 Infiniti Q50 Red Sport 400 InfinitiVerdict: Solid, But Missing Key ElementsThe Red Sport 400 is a big step up in price but it comes with a lot of additional features plus a major power boost from the base model. While it’s a good performer, there’s really nothing drawing us to the Q50 Red Sport over a BMW M340i or Audi S4. However, where a Q50 could make a lot of sense for the right buyer is on the used side of things. Since the Q50 hasn’t seen any major updates in its entire lifespan, you can get a 2018 or even 2019 Q50 at a significant discount. Never noticed the black mirror change on the 18's until mentioned here. I like the regular Akebono silver vs. the red calipers and not a fan of the quilted seating as well. All years of RS400 have 19x9 sizes for the AWD's. Conventional tires were available for the staggered setups starting in 2016 as they were Bridgestone 245/40R19 front Bridgestone 265/35R19 rear. What is the difference between Q50 3.0t and Red Sport?The difference between the Q50 RED SPORT 400 and the other trim models is that the 3.0-liter V-6 twin-turbocharged engine that powers the entire lineup adds two turbo speed sensors and dual water pumps to the RED SPORT 400 models.
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. What is the difference between Q50 Sport and Red Sport?Its power is matched with 295 LB-FT in torque. With the Red Sport 400 comes a more powerful engine with an increased power output to 400 HP. The Red Sport 400's engine gets 350 LB-FT in torque. Both engines are connected with a seven-speed automatic as their sole transmission, and they have all-wheel drive.
What is the difference between Infiniti Q50 and Q50 sport?What is the difference? While the 3.0t Luxe upgrades the Q50's engine and a few other features, the 3.0t Sport really kicks it up a notch. On top of the base features offered in the 2.0t Pure, the Sport makes the car feel more nimble on the road.
How do I know if my Infiniti is a Red Sport?The easiest way to tell the difference between the RED SPORT 400 and the other INFINITI Q60 trim models is by looking at the exterior. The RED SPORT 400 and RED SPORT 400 AWD boast red brake calipers, larger tires, and fender badging with a red 'S' to signify RED SPORT.
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