The QX Monograph Concept is Infiniti's Take on the Range Rover

by Chris Teague

August 18th, 2023 1:00 PM

the qx monograph concept is infiniti s take on the range rover

Infiniti’s sales numbers are improving, but the brand is still behind many rivals. It’s working on transforming itself, however, and the automaker recently showed off a new concept that previews the changes. The QX Monograph SUV marks a significant departure from Infiniti’s current design language, and it bears a striking resemblance to a certain iconic British luxury SUV brand.

The automaker said it drew inspiration for the new model from traditional Japanese design philosophies, and the SUV features a clean, upright shape. The new “Akane” paint color brings a stunning metallic pink hue, and the QX’s front end gets a prominent grille with Infiniti’s new logo. Around the back, the SUV has a unique light bar tail light setup and a script logo of the automaker’s name.

Infiniti hasn’t shared details of the SUV’s interior yet but said it gets a large panoramic roof and an animated lighting function that illuminates the path to the vehicle. It’s important to note that this is a concept vehicle, so it will likely change drastically if it goes on sale. It is just as likely that the automaker leans on the concept for design inspiration and to showcase new tech, though it’s almost time for a next-gen QX. We could also see some QX elements trickle down to a next-gen Nissan Armada, though there have been no hints on that model to date.

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Tassos on Aug 19, 2023

Nobody but the blind would believe this is a take on the.. Range Rover.

Laughable.

At least this time you can't accuse the Japanese of copying without paying copyright.

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- El scotto on Aug 20, 2023
  
  I'm calling it now, this will be the 1st or 2nd best selling Infinti. Period. Cheaper than RR/LR and much more dependable.
  
  Women like these, I know that an odd concept to you. This America and sometimes big is the only true answer. Look up Chevy Suburban sometime.
  
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- Alan on Aug 21, 2023
  
  Tassos, my Y62 Patrol is larger than a Range Rover, I also think its more comfortable for long journeys. Its even more comfortable than my sisters Toureg or her Grand Cherokee. Also, this doesn't look like a Range Rover. People that consider this Rangy looking need to realise the principle of both vehicles is the same. A little box where the engine is and a big box for the passengers.
  Europe make some good stuff, as does Japan, Korea, US, Thailand, South Africa. But don't overate the Euro stuff.
  
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Wolfwagen on Aug 21, 2023

More importantly, will Erin Andrews be making a reappearance as a spokesmodel for this?

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