2015 INFINITI Q30 1.5d 6MT FWD (109 HP)

Vehicle Overview

According to a deal between Mercedes-Benz and Renault-Nissan Alliance, some models from a manufacturer had some parts from the other. And this is how the Inifinti QX30 was launched in 2015, based on the first generation of the GLA.

The compact-size premium crossover market was crowded in 2015, so the Infiniti was late to the party. Mercedes-Benz A-Class, BMW 1-Series, Audi A3 and Volvo V40 were already on the market for years.

Created for a new generation of premium buyers, the Q30 had a bold visual statement and joined the Infiniti’s new premium compact model line-up. The specific headlights design and mesh-grille made the car look like a genuine Infiniti from scratch to finish. The sculptured door panels and fenders were according to the Japanese premium brand design language.

The interior design followed the wavy lines from the outside on the dashboard and the door panels. Unlike the GLA that didn’t manage to install the infotainment display. It offered enough room for five adults, but with limited legroom especially for the one that sat in the middle of the rear bench seat. A lot of the interior details were carried over from the Mercedes-Benz, such as the climate controls, the seats, or the infotainment system.

Despite having a good platform for the compact-segment, Inifiniti chose to use the Mercedes-Benz’s platform instead of the Alliance had on its portfolio for the Megane. The only flaw that platform had was the rear suspension with a twisting beam instead of an independent type such as McPherson or even a multi-link. The engines were taken from the Renault-Nissan Alliance.