Infiniti Teases QX30 Crossover

by Derek Kreindler

Published: February 19th, 2015

Nissan’s deal with Daimler is bearing further fruit in the form of the QX30, a compact crossover that’s based on the Mercedes-Benz GLA.

Like the Q30 concept, the QX30 is a front-wheel drive compact designed to go head to head with the Audi A3 and the upper end of the mainstream market. Expect a range of powertrains similar to the CLA (2.0L turbo gasoline engine, a selection of diesels), as well as a price tag close to the magic $29,995 mark.

#Daimler #Infiniti #InfinitiQ30 #InfinitiQx30 #Mercedes-Benz

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Carguy on Feb 19, 2015

I hate to admit it but that actually looks pretty good. It may be FWD but at least it isn't as ugly as the X1.

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RHD on Feb 19, 2015

Wheels too big. Windows too small. Price too high. Provenance too confusing.

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Wjtinfwb Rivaled only by the Prowler and Thunderbird as retro vehicles that missed the mark... by a mile.
Ravenuer Haven't seen one of these in years! Forgot they existed.
Pig_Iron I one of those weirdos who liked these.
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