Infiniti's Vision for the Near-Future SUV | Infiniti
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April 26, 2016

Infiniti's Vision for the Near-Future SUV | Infiniti


Infiniti QX Sport Inspiration


Infiniti's SUV Design Direction


Nissan's global luxury brand, Infiniti, unveiled the concept model for a mid-size SUV, the "QX Sport Inspiration," at the Beijing Motor Show.


Text by HORIGUCHI Yoshihiro (OPENERS)



Global Design Inspired by the World


Unveiled at the Beijing Motor Show, the Infiniti QX Sport Inspiration is a concept model. As the "QX" designation suggests for the brand's SUV models, it represents the future vision for Infiniti's mid-size SUV.


The exterior follows the design language seen in the compact modelQ30and its SUV counterpartQX30. With short overhangs and a wide body, its dimensions are 4,600mm long, 1,900mm wide, and 1,650mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,800mm and a minimum ground clearance of 230mm.


The front features Infiniti's signature double-arch grille, while the D-pillar boasts a distinctive "crescent cut" S-shaped curve. The roof slopes gently towards the rear, creating a coupe-like side silhouette.



Infiniti QX Sport Inspiration

Infiniti QX Sport Inspiration


The distinctive design elements of the QX Sport Inspiration are not merely decorative; many serve practical functions. These include the side sills that act as steps for ingress and egress, the vertical slits on the front fenders that emphasize the body's width while serving as air intakes, and the rear diffuser integrated with the exhaust for a three-dimensional effect.


The driver-centric interior is finished in contrasting black and white leather.


The QX Sport Inspiration presented in Beijing was a collaborative effort between four design studios in London, Beijing, San Diego, and Atsugi, representing a global design model born from the fusion of diverse cultures and inspirations.