Drew Dorian, with CARandDRIVER, wroteSome will call it a QX50 with a sloped roof, but Infiniti is calling it the 2022 QX55and its fastback styling makes it an artful addition to the Infiniti lineup. The QX55's design is inspired by the brand's striking mid-size FX model that launched for the 2003 model year, but it shares its platform with the compact QX50 SUV. It is powered by the same variable-compression turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder found in the QX50 but offers all-wheel drive as standard. Sporty 20-inch wheels and a more aggressive front fascia serve to further separate the QX55 from its square-back counterpart
The QX55 is an all-new nameplate for the Infiniti brand. It shares an interior, powertrain, and suspension with the QX50 SUV, but it will have a bolder exterior design and a slightly higher price tag. Its sloping roofline will put it head-to-head with the BMW X4 and the Mercedes-Benz GLC coupe.
The QX55 is offered in three trims: base Luxe, midrange Essential, and loaded Sensory. Of those, the Essential trim, like this model, provides the best value by offering popular tech and luxury features at a reasonable price. It comes standard with in-dash navigation, a 360-degree exterior camera system, heated and cooled front seats, and a 16-speaker Bose stereo system