2027 Infiniti QX65 First Drive: Special FX
First glance: What the hell, is this really a production car?
When I first saw the 2027 Infiniti QX65, to be honest, I was stunned for two seconds. This thing stopped in front of me, exuding a "I'm making a science fiction movie but I don't want to admit it" aura. Infiniti really went crazy this time-they stretched, lowered, shaved the otherwise normal QX60, and then stuffed it into a set of glowing front grilles and laser headlights. The so-called "Special FX" is not just a casual talk. The LED matrix inside the grille can alternate between light and dark like breathing. When unlocking, it will spread out from the middle and flash around. I almost thought I was in Las Vegas. At the door of the hotel. Don't get me wrong, this is not a derogatory comment-this car is parked on the roadside, and the rate of turning heads definitely exceeds that of some so-called "ultra-luxury" brands.
Side lines: This is not a station wagon, this is a "sports crossover coupe SUV"
You don't care what to call it, Infiniti doesn't know how to position it anyway. The roof of the QX65 slides rapidly from the B-pillar and then retracts over a particularly wide rear wheel arch. Standing from the side, the slightly raised waistline matched with the 20-inch matte gray wheels really looks like a "diving" posture. I squatted down and looked at the rear wheel-goodness, the gap between the tire and the wheel arch is only about two fingers wide. The original factory gave you such a low attitude, and the suspension was definitely adjusted hard. But the most glamorous thing is the through-shaped light band at the rear of the car. It is not a simple LED strip. It has several layers of refractive structures inside. When it lights up at night, it looks like a lightsaber across your butt. I admit, I was convinced by this ass.
Opening the door: The interior is finally no longer synonymous with "old-fashioned"
The moment I sat in the cockpit, I almost said,"Infiniti, you finally understand." Although the interior materials of the QX60 were good, the design always seemed to be a step too late. The QX65 directly reorganized the center console: a huge curved screen extends from the dashboard to the center control, slightly tilted towards the driver, with a resolution high enough that every path on the navigation can be clearly seen. The key is the material-the seat is made of semi-aniline leather and turned fur, and the stitching is a very dense two-color diamond-shaped grid that feels soft and tough. The steering wheel has a full score for its grip, a groove is made at the 39 o'clock position, and there are also two small gearshift paddles behind it, which have a cool metallic texture. The only thing I want to complain about is the new car system-the reaction speed is fast, but the menu logic is still a bit convoluted. Adjusting a seat massage requires a three-level menu. Really.
Rear row space: The slip-back shape is not as potty as imagined
I know what you're worried about-the rear headroom of a slipback SUV is basically a disaster. But the QX65 didn't let me hit the roof. I am 178cm tall, and I still have about two fingers of space when I sit upright. If I sit down a little, I will be completely fine. There is plenty of knee space. After all, the wheelbase is as long as the QX60. The angle of the rear seat can be adjusted electrically, and the length of the cushion supports the thighs well. It's the rear window-because of its shape, the glass is small and narrow, and sitting in the back seat feels like being in the cabin, which is a bit depressing. However, Infiniti equipped it with a panoramic sky cover, and it is an electrochromic glass that can adjust the transparency. Press the button to change from transparent to matte, and you won't feel bored in an instant. This "FX" effect is really something.
Turn it on: This acceleration... Wait, is it a hybrid?
Press the start button, the dashboard flashes an animation, and then it is quiet-yes, this QX65 is equipped with a new 3.0-liter V6 twin-turbocharged engine with a 48V light hybrid system. The maximum power is said to be 430. About horsepower, matching a 9-speed automatic transmission. When I stepped on the first accelerator, the car didn't slow down like a traditional Japanese luxury car, but rushed out very quickly. The turbine started pressing very early, and the feeling of pushing back when it accelerated in the middle made me lean back. The gearbox shifts smoothly like silk in normal mode, but after switching to sports mode, it downshifts decisively, and it will also make up for a few "rumbling" backfires when collecting oil-yes, the original factory exhaust has This kind of adjustment is simply not like Infiniti. The steering feels heavy, but the pointing is accurate, and the body has almost no extra roll in corners, thanks to the set of electronic active anti-roll bars. I drove all afternoon, and the corners of my mouth barely fell.
Chassis and comfort: Hard, but not the kind of hard "pain in the spine"
The suspension is indeed a notch harder than the QX60. After all, this is a "FX" model with a sporty style. You can feel the change in the road surface when you pass the speed bump, but the shock absorber rebounds very quickly and there is no extra shaking. What surprised me the most was the sound insulation-although 22-inch thin tires were used, the inside of the car was very quiet, and the wind noise was basically isolated outside the window. The strong sound could only be heard when the engine was turning high. Infiniti engineers said they stuffed more soundproof material into the chassis and doors, and even sandwiched a layer of soundproof film into the front windshield. The effect is really obvious. You don't need to raise the volume at all when chatting with the co-pilot during high-speed cruising. The only complaint is that although the seat is well wrapped, the padding is too hard and may be a little tiring after a long journey.
What exactly is "Special FX"?
I specifically asked the brand's product manager, and he smiled mysteriously and said,"FX stands for Future X." Well, you just wrapped up the "special effects". But in actual experience, this "FX" is indeed everywhere: in addition to the front luminescent grille and electrochromic canopy, the door handle is hidden, and when it approaches it, it will automatically pop up and light up a circle of white welcome lights; the interior of the car The atmosphere lights can follow the rhythm of the music and are distributed on the door panels, center console and even the carpet under the feet; The coolest thing is that the theme of the dashboard can change the animation effect according to the driving mode, switching back and forth from the traditional double ring to the futuristic prismatic lines. These details may not be much on a single glance, but when combined, they really make you feel like this is a car from 2027-not a 2024-product that is a fast-moving one.
Two final sentences: Is it worth waiting for?
Okay, I admit that I am a fan of this QX65. It's not perfect-for example, the trunk space is much smaller than the QX60 because of the slip-back shape, the rear window view is poor, the car menu logic is stupid, and the price will definitely not be cheap (I guess the price may exceed $70,000). But if you want an SUV that looks cool enough, is fun enough to drive, and can seat four people, this car's "Special FX" can really hit your heart. This time, Infiniti finally didn't follow suit, but made a bold and even risky product. I like this adventure. What about you?
