2024 Infiniti QX60 Autograph AWD: The Brand's Three-Row Crossover

Highlight: The vehicle can be outfitted with a co-pilot assist steering system.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $69,445 (Base Model Pure): $50,845

Seating Capacity: 6 or 7, depending on trim

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; forward emergency braking with pedestrian detection; predictive forward collision warning system; rear automatic braking; rear view camera; an electronic blind spot monitoring system; a lane departure warning system with a haptic steering wheel; a hillstart assist system with a brake hold feature; a tire pressure monitor system; and a spare tire

Standard Equipment (Pure- Base Trim): 18-inch wheels; Matte black bodyside molding; solar rear privacy glass; panoramic moonroof with power sunshade; power liftgate; no roof rails; heated power front seats; memory operated front seats; 60/40 spilt second row bench seats; Black lacquer interior accents; grained leather wrapped steering; a tri zone ventilation system; a 12-inch interactive driver’s display screen; 6 USB ports; a voice activation audio system; Wi-Fi hotspot; a manual operated tilt/telescopic steering wheel; and a 360-degree camera

Standard Equipment (Autograph): Second row captain chairs with removable center console; a Black Obsidian roof with black roof rails; semi aniline leather (first and second row); a 11-inch heads up display; 360 mirror; massaging front seats; heated second row seats; illuminated front and rear kickplates; enhance interior ambient lighting; a leather wrapped steering wheel; black open wood ash pore trim; a motion activated liftgate; and a 17-speaker Bose audio system

Options: a welcome lighting package; an Infiniti radiant grille emblem; an Infiniti radiant grille illuminated kick plates; carpeted floormats; and premium paint

Other Trim Levels:

Luxe

Sensory

Standard Audio On Test Vehicle: a 9-speaker audio system with AM/FM/HD with SiriusXM

Bluetooth Connectivity: Standard

USB Connectivity: Standard

Apple/Android Connectivity: Standard

Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty: 4 years or 60,000 miles

Powertrain Warranty: 6 years or 70,000 miles

Standard Engine/Horsepower: 3.5-liter, 6-cylinder engine/295-hp

Recommended Fuel: Premium

Towing: 3,500 lbs 

Standard Fuel Mileage: 20-city/25-hwy (base on AWD model)

What’s New:  This three-row large crossover joined the brand’s portfolio during the 2022 model year. Its essentially a carryover for the 2024 model year.

Why:

The base price has only increased a few hundred dollars since being introduced two years ago

A sexy, stylish design, offering a premium look and feel

A peppy 6-cylinder vehicle

Great road vehicle

Seating for 6 or 7, depending on trim

Massaging front seats on top level trims

Heated and ventilated front seats

Easy one-touch button gives easy access to third row seat on Sensory trim only

Removable second row console for Autograph trim only

Heated second row seats in higher level trims only

Partial reclining 60/40 split rear seats in Sensory model

An air purifier system with Autograph trim only

Seven USB ports in the Autograph trim only

A voice activation audio system

A 17-speaker Bose audio system available on higher level trims

Wi-Fi system standard on all trims

Wireless charger available on higher level trims

A co-pilot steering system standard on higher level trims

A 360-degree camera on higher level trims

Power rear liftgate

AWD available

A high level of standard safety driving aids

 

But: 

Second row bucket seats are only reserved for the top trim, the Autograph

No indication of electrification

Verdict:  The Infiniti QX60, which is available in a front wheel drive or an all-wheel drive configuration, is an all-new addition to the Infiniti portfolio. The stylish three-row crossover is available in a variety of trims, with the capacity to seat 6 or 7 occupants. With a starting price just over $50,000, this well-equipped vehicle can easily land close to $70,000 depending on if one opts for the top-of-the-line Autograph trim, which exclusives offers bucket second row seats.

We spent time behind the wheel of the upgraded Autograph trim. The higher-end trim was outfitted with these added features: a co-pilot assist system, heated/ventilated front seats, heated outboard second row seats, manual rear sunshades, a 360-degree camera and partially reclining third-row seats. 

Moreover, we found the vehicle easy to navigate both inside and outside. Additionally, the easy-touch second row seats allowed easier access to the third row.

In summary, the last time we reviewed the Infiniti QX60 it was our Sensory trim model. The model topped out at $60,000. We thought it was appropriately priced when compared to similar models in its class. However, this time around, we reviewed the higher end Autograph trim, which topped out near $70,000. Is it worth it to spend the extra $10k or is it more practical to cut the cost and stay with the Sensory trim? 

Competition: 2024 Acura MDX; 2024 Cadillac XT6; 2024 BMW X7; 2024 Lexus TX; 2024 Lincoln Aviator; 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS; and 2024 Volvo XC90